Homespire House, Canterbury, CT1 2AB
By Retirement Homesearch
£ 110,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Retirement Homesearch says ..
A REFURBISHED ONE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT WITH VIEWS OF THE CATHEDRAL & EXTENDED LEASE Homespire House was constructed by McCarthy & Stone (Developments) Ltd and comprises 54 properties arranged over 3 floors each served by lift. The Development Manager can be contacted ...
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement apartment in Homespire House, Canterbury, offers a convenient and well-located option for downsizers or those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle. The property’s location within walking distance of Canterbury’s city centre, train stations, and several schools is a significant advantage. The apartment itself is reasonably well-maintained, with a functional kitchen and bathroom. However, some aspects of the décor appear dated, and a refurbishment may enhance its appeal. The lack of a private garden is a potential drawback for some buyers, although communal gardens are available within the development. The list price is fairly competitive when compared to similar retirement properties in the area, although negotiation might be possible given the property’s features. Overall, the property presents a decent option for buyers seeking a convenient and reasonably priced retirement apartment in a desirable location.
Therefore, we give this property 5 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 412.26
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 222,854.00 £Decreased by 15.77 %
- Est sale value
- 118,730.88 £Decreased by 6.19 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,201.00 £/moIncreased by 7.91 %
- Est letting value
- 412.26 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 6.47 %Increased by 28.12 %
- Crime Rate
- 6.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
Retirement Homesearch marked this listing as sold.
Retirement Homesearch created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 0.15 KM |
| The King'S School Canterbury | Other Independent School | 0.27 KM | |
| Riverside Children'S Centre (Canterbury) | Children's Centre | 0.40 KM | |
| St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury | Voluntary Aided School | Outstanding | 0.49 KM |
| St Peter'S Methodist Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 0.67 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duck Lane | £ 90,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Causeway | £ 97,375 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Barton Mill Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St. Peter's Street | £ 499,950 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Canterbury Lane | £ 310,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury West | 5007 | CBW | 0.80 KM |
| Canterbury East | 5164 | CBE | 1.15 KM |
| Sturry | 5029 | STU | 4.88 KM |
| Bekesbourne | 5198 | BKS | 6.46 KM |
| Chartham | 5008 | CRT | 7.64 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homespire House, Canterbury | £ 155,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| Knotts Lane, Canterbury, Kent | £ 80,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
| Knotts Lane, Canterbury, Kent | £ 53,250 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
| St. Radigunds Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 | £ 400,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Homespire House, Canterbury | £ 100,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.03 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Duck Lane | £ 300,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 4 Duck Lane | £ 205,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 5 Duck Lane | £ 282,500 | 0.05 KM |
| 6 Duck Lane | £ 225,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 2 Duck Lane | £ 335,000 | 0.05 KM |