South-facing rear garden with patio, lawn and garden shed
Driveway and hard-standing for up to three cars
Boiler located in the loft, freeing interior space
Two good-sized bedrooms and family bathroom
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated — potential upgrade needed
Double glazing present; installation date unknown
No flood risk; council tax described as affordable
Local crime rates are above average — factor into plans
Set on a quiet stretch of Merralls Wood Road in West Strood, this two-bedroom semi-detached home offers straightforward, well-proportioned living for first-time buyers or investors. The ground floor flows from a porch and entrance hall into a bright living/dining room with glazed doors that open onto a south-facing garden, creating a strong indoor–outdoor connection and plenty of daylight.
Practical outside space is a highlight: a generous driveway with shingle and hard-standing provides parking for up to three cars, while the rear garden has a patio, lawn and garden shed — low-maintenance and sunny for most of the day. The kitchen sits to the rear overlooking the garden, and the boiler is housed in the loft which frees up interior storage and keeps living spaces uncluttered.
Upstairs are two good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property is presented ready to live in but offers clear potential for cosmetic updating to add value. Construction dates from the 1950s–1960s mean some fabric improvements (insulation, window update) may be worthwhile investments.
Notable practical points: walls are cavity-built with no known added insulation (assumed), and double glazing is present though installation date is unknown; these factors may affect running costs and should be considered. Local crime rates are above average for the area. Council tax costs are described as affordable and there is no flood risk. Overall, this is a sensible, well-located home with parking and a sunny garden — a good starting property with potential to personalise.
