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3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Forty Acres Road, Canterbury

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Key features

  • Spacious & well presented family home located in a popular area just 0.5 miles from Canterbury city centre
  • Large, dual aspect living room with box bay window
  • Separate dining room with double doors onto the garden
  • Modern kitchen with integrated oven & hob & space for free standing appliances
  • 3 bedrooms; 1 with fitted wardrobes. 2 modern shower rooms
  • No onward chain
  • Established rear garden with small patio & good size lawn. Garage & free on street parking
  • Potential to extend into the garden or up into the loft (STPP)
  • 0.5 miles from Canterbury West station with fast links to London St Pancras. Easy access onto the A2/M2
  • Great location for several well regarded primary, secondary & private schools

Description

Property Description: Guide Price £400,000 - £425,000. Located on the popular Forty Acres Road, this spacious and well presented family home provides an exceptional opportunity for families seeking a comfortable and conveniently located home. The property is ideally situated just 0.5 miles from Canterbury West train station and the vibrant Canterbury city centre, providing easy access to an array of shops, restaurants, cultural attractions, and amenities.

The ground floor features a large, dual aspect living room filled with natural light from an attractive box bay window, creating an ideal space for relaxation and family gatherings. A separate dining room provides an ideal setting for formal meals or entertaining, with double doors seamlessly connecting to the rear garden, extending the living space during warmer months.

The modern kitchen is well-appointed with an integrated oven and hob and ample space for freestanding appliances, ensuring functionality and style for the keen cook. The thoughtful layout provides a practical and efficient space for daily routines.

On the first floor, you will find three generously proportioned bedrooms, one with convenient fitted wardrobes. The property also has two modern shower rooms, ensuring comfort and convenience for all residents, a significant advantage for a family home of this size. One of the most compelling aspects of this property is its significant potential for future expansion.

Subject to the necessary planning permissions, there is scope to extend into the garden or convert the loft space, allowing new owners to tailor the home to their evolving needs and add considerable value.

The property is currently let as a four bed student property and the tenancy agreement will end on 30th June 2025.

Outside: The established rear garden is a true highlight, featuring a charming small patio area perfect for al fresco dining, leading onto a good sized lawn, providing ample space for children to play or for keen gardeners to cultivate. The property also has a garage for secure parking or additional storage, complemented by readily available free on street parking.

Location: Canterbury has a wealth of cultural and leisure amenities, excellent schools, a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants and good road and rail links. These include The King's Mile, Whitefriars Shopping Centre, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and The Marlowe Theatre. There are good road links with the A2 providing access to the channel port of Dover, Canterbury and the M2. The two mainline railway stations offer fast and frequent services with the high speed link from Canterbury West to London St Pancras (approximately 56 mins). 'The Riverside' which is situated on the other side of the Great Stour River boasts Curzon's 5 screen cinema as well as restaurants and bars that wrap around the new public square that overlook the river. The Spitfire Ground is home to Kent County Cricket in the South Canterbury area (just over 2 miles away) with regular cricket games. Summer concerts are hosted here with big names which have included Sir Elton John and Michael Bublé. Canterbury is also the home to Kent & Canterbury Hospital and The BMI Chaucer Hospital.

Directions: SatNav = CT2 7HL / What3Words = event.faces.cross

Council Tax: Band C (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.

Local Authority: Canterbury City Council . Kent County Council .

Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.

Identity verification: Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc.VAT per property and accepted offer. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

Additional Property Notes: The property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is free on street parking available in the immediate area and a single garage behind the property.
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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: C
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Rear garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Sandersons, Canterbury

Head Office, 26a Castle Street, Canterbury, CT1 2PU

BRITISH PROPERTY AWARDS GOLD WINNER : BEST ESTATE AGENT IN CANTERBURY

Since 1992, Sandersons UK has traded as an independent agent focused on providing the very best quality of customer care and marketing.

We were founded on strong values which have evolved into our defining principles. We have built our reputation by consistently providing added value at every step for our clients. Our in-depth local knowledge ensures we always provide them with the best advice.

Our ongoing dedication to deliver the best possible service has been recognised by industry awards including The Best Estate Agent Guide. We have been selected for the award every year since 2019. Only the very best agents are selected, giving people a simple way to find the best estate agent in their area. We believe the quality of our service should be the reason clients choose to remain loyal to us, this is why we don’t tie any of our sales into a fixed term contract. This demonstrates confidence in our ability, clients can leave at any time.

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