Summary - 14 CROW LANE ROCHESTER ME1 1RF
4 bed 2 bath Terraced
Character family home moments from the High Street and station.
Chain free freehold townhouse with four double bedrooms
Garden backs directly onto Grade I-listed Rochester City Wall
Gated resin off-street parking that doubles as planted courtyard
Walking distance to High Street, station, schools and local amenities
Previously approved two-storey rear extension — approval expired
Very high local crime rate may affect insurance and perception
Fast broadband, mains gas heating, double glazing throughout
No flood risk; council tax rated moderate
Set on sought-after Crow Lane in Rochester’s conservation area, this Victorian end-terrace blends period character with practical family living across three floors plus a cellar. The house offers four double bedrooms, a large family bathroom, separate shower/wet room and a modern kitchen/breakfast room. Original fireplaces, sash windows with plantation shutters and high ceilings retain authentic charm while gas central heating and double glazing provide everyday comfort.
The rear garden is a standout feature: a secluded, north-west facing sunken lawn and upper courtyard that backs onto the Grade I-listed Rochester City Wall, plus a gated, resin-laid private area that currently doubles as planted courtyard and off-street parking. The location is exceptionally convenient — a minute’s walk to Rochester High Street, with the castle, river and station all within easy reach — making it well suited to families, professionals or multi-generational households.
There is realistic scope to extend: a two-storey rear extension was previously approved (permission now expired), so further development is possible subject to fresh consent. Practical benefits include chain-free sale, freehold tenure, fast broadband and no flood risk. Council tax is moderate and the property sits in a largely family-oriented area with a range of good and independent schools nearby.
Buyers should note a few material considerations: the area records a very high crime level, which may affect insurance and local amenity perception. The expired planning permission means any extension would need reapplication. While well presented in parts, the house is an average overall size for a townhouse of this era and prospective purchasers should view to assess condition and layout for their needs.
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