Chain free first-floor maisonette with long c.900-year lease
This bright first-floor maisonette is aimed squarely at first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors seeking a well-located, chain-free home in Canterbury. Set on a quiet no-through road, the property sits within comfortable walking distance of the city centre and local amenities, with good schools nearby and fast broadband for working from home.
The accommodation includes a generous lounge/diner, two double bedrooms, bathroom and a modern-feeling kitchen. Extras that add practical value are a long lease (around 900 years) under a share of freehold, no ground rent and a private side garden with a large shed — a rare outdoor space for this property type and location.
Buyers should note some practical drawbacks: heating is provided by electric storage heaters and walls are assumed to be uninsulated cavity construction, which may affect running costs. Double glazing was installed before 2002 and some internal areas show dated finishes; cosmetic updating and possible maintenance work could be needed depending on buyer standards.
Overall, this maisonette offers sensible running costs compared with similar blocks (service charge reported), a generous plot and good rental or owner-occupier appeal thanks to location and long lease. It’s best suited to someone wanting a ready-to-live-in home with scope to personalise, or an investor seeking a steady city-centre rental with outside space.
