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Hovenden Close, Canterbury

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

1,043 sq ft

97 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • 4 double bedrooms
  • 1 shared bathroom
  • Student house investment
  • £19,800 annual rental
  • Over 7% rental yield
  • Students in situ 2025/2026
  • Located in Canterbury
  • Close to university
  • Ideal for investors
  • Viewing recommended

Description

***Guide Price £270,000 - £290,000***
This four-bedroom student property is a solid investment opportunity in a popular Canterbury location. Each of the four rooms is a good-sized double, making it ideal for student tenants.

The house has a shared bathroom and is currently let, bringing in £19,800 a year – giving a rental yield of just over 7%. Students are already signed up for the 2025/26 academic year, so rental income continues straight away.

Located close to local shops, bus routes, and the city centre, it offers easy access to both universities and all Canterbury has to offer.

A straightforward, reliable investment in the student market with tenants in place and good returns.

Kitchen - 11'5 x 8'9 - A neatly arranged kitchen featuring white cabinetry with integrated appliances including an oven and hob. The worktops are dark and complemented by a light tiled floor, creating a clean and practical space with a window above the sink that brings in natural light.

Lounge - 12'7 x 11'3 - This spacious lounge is filled with natural light from large sliding doors that lead to the garden. It features wood-effect flooring and is large enough to accommodate comfortable seating and a dining area, making it a welcoming space for relaxing and entertaining.

Dining Room - 10'2 x 6'2 - A light and airy dining room located just off the lounge with sliding doors that open directly to the garden patio. It is well suited for casual dining and enjoys pleasant views of the outside, creating an inviting atmosphere for meals.

Bedroom 4 - 9'6 x 8'9 - Bedroom 4 is a versatile room on the ground floor with wood-effect flooring and a large window that fills the space with daylight. This room could serve as a comfortable bedroom or a home office, offering practical space with neutral tones.

Bedroom 1 - 12' x 9'11 - This bedroom on the first floor is well-proportioned with a window providing good natural light. It offers ample space for bedroom furniture and a peaceful setting for rest.

Bedroom 2 - 11'10 x 8'6 - A comfortably sized bedroom with natural light coming through a window, suitable for use as a bedroom or study space. The neutral decoration allows for personal styling.

Bedroom 3 - 9'10 x 8' - Bedroom 3 is a small double

Bathroom - A compact shower room fitted with a modern white toilet, wash basin and a glass shower enclosure. A window brings in natural light and ventilation, complementing the neutral tiling and light walls for a fresh feel.

Storage - A useful storage room with exposed brickwork and wooden fencing panels stored inside, providing practical space to keep household items or tools secure and out of sight.

Rear Garden - The rear garden offers a low-maintenance outdoor space with a paved patio area and a gravelled section, all enclosed by wooden fencing. This garden is perfect for outdoor seating and enjoying the fresh air in a private setting.

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24 Lower Bridge Street, Canterbury, CT1 2LG

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