Summary - 26 DOWNS ROAD CANTERBURY CT2 7AY
3 bed 1 bath End of Terrace
Chain-free three-bed with scope to modernise in a well-connected Canterbury spot.
- Three bedrooms with conservatory and lounge/diner
- Corner-plot garden; small but private outdoor space
- Chain free freehold; straightforward purchase process
- Requires updating and cosmetic renovation throughout
- Downstairs cloakroom plus separate shower room available
- Built 1967–1975; filled cavity walls and double glazing
- Excellent bus links to city centre and Kent coast
- Local area records above-average crime; consider security
This three-bedroom end-of-terrace on a corner plot offers sensible family accommodation and straightforward scope for improvement. The layout includes a generous lounge/diner, conservatory, kitchen, downstairs cloakroom plus a separate shower room—useful for morning routines and family life. Being sold chain free on a freehold tenure simplifies the purchase process.
The property is liveable but needs updating and cosmetic renovation throughout; buyers should expect modernisation works rather than a turnkey home. Structural details are conventional for a 1967–1975 build (filled cavity walls, double glazing, mains gas boiler and radiators). The small garden is a practical outdoor space rather than a large plot, and the corner position gives slightly more privacy and light.
Location is a genuine strength: excellent bus links to Canterbury city centre and the Kent coast, fast broadband and strong mobile signal support home working or students. Local schools rated Good and a mix of professionals and students in the area make this a flexible option for families or first-time buyers seeking long-term value. Note the local area records above-average crime; buyers should factor this into their decision and security choices.
Overall, this is a sensible purchase for someone wanting a manageable renovation project in a well-connected Canterbury neighbourhood. It will suit a buyer who values location and potential over an already-refurbished finish, with clear opportunities to add value through updating and redecoration.
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