Summary - 26 Palace Street,CANTERBURY,CT1 2DZ CT1 2DZ
2 bed 1 bath Town House
Retail unit with street frontage and lower-ground storage basement
Two-bedroom split-level flat with cathedral views and rooftop decking
Private rear courtyard approximately 6.27m x 3.63m with w/c
Grade II listed — restrictions on alterations and specialist repairs needed
Commercial EPC 108E; flat EPC 64D — limited energy upgrade options
Located in vibrant King’s Mile; walking distance to cathedral and amenities
Freehold with large overall footprint (approx 1,389 sq ft)
Very high local crime rate — consider security and insurance costs
Set in the colourful King’s Mile of Canterbury, this Grade II listed town house blends period character with a commercial ground floor and a comfortable two-bedroom flat above. The retail unit includes street frontage, a lower-ground storage basement and rear access to a private courtyard. The split-level apartment benefits from a large sitting/dining room with cathedral spire views, a fitted kitchen, rooftop decking and loft storage.
The building’s central location places shops, cafés, theatres and the Cathedral within easy walking distance, making it well suited to buyers seeking city-centre living or a combined residential-and-income opportunity. The property is freehold and offers an unusually large overall footprint for the postcode, useful for flexible use or rental optimisation.
Buyers should note material considerations: the property is Grade II listed, which will restrict alterations and may complicate maintenance or improvements. The commercial element has a poor EPC (108 E) while the flat’s EPC is 64 D; energy upgrades will be limited by listing constraints. The area records very high crime levels, so security and insurance costs should be factored in.
This is a practical proposition for an investor or owner-occupier who values historic charm, centrality and mixed-use potential, and is prepared to manage listed-building responsibilities and local safety considerations. The combination of retail income potential, rooftop views and proximity to transport links offers clear upside for the right buyer.
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