Summary - 44A HIGH STREET ROCHESTER ME1 1LD
4 bed 3 bath End of Terrace
Striking historic home with rental potential close to station and High Street.
Four large bedrooms, two en‑suites, plus additional bathroom and WC
Grade II listed — alterations restricted, will cause planning/consent issues
Long lease (~178 years) with £100 pa ground rent; freehold optional to buy
Ground‑floor commercial unit producing ~£15,000 pa (income potential)
Newly renovated with restored beams, fireplaces, upgraded services
Previously used successfully as short‑let (nightly rates £400–£600)
Walking distance to Rochester Station, high street shops and schools
Shared rear courtyard and average broadband; local crime reported very high
This distinctive Grade II‑listed end‑terrace, known locally as “The Wonky House,” blends 16th‑century character with a recent sympathetic refurbishment. The property offers four large bedrooms, two en‑suites, a further bathroom and WC across generous, multi‑storey accommodation (approx. 1,696 sq ft). Original beams, restored fireplaces and reclaimed floorboards have been retained and finished to showcase the historic fabric.
The house sits on a long lease (about 178 years remaining) with a modest ground rent of £100 pa; there is an option to purchase the freehold, which includes a ground‑floor commercial unit currently producing around £15,000 pa. The building has undergone major structural and roof works in the past and benefits from modern upgrades to plumbing, heating (gas boiler and radiators) and insulation, making it useable immediately while preserving period detail.
Location is a clear strength: the property is on Rochester High Street, within walking distance of the station, local shops, cafes and notable schools. It has previously operated successfully as a boutique short‑let (reported nightly rates £400–£600), so it suits a family seeking a character home or an investor targeting holiday or city lettings.
Important considerations: Grade II listing will restrict alterations and may complicate future works. The property shares a rear courtyard with the commercial occupier and broadband speeds are average. Local crime levels are reported as very high, which should be factored into use and insurance decisions. The house is leasehold with a long term remaining, but purchasers should check all lease and freehold details carefully.
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