3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Old Park Avenue, Canterbury, Kent CT1

For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £180,000 plus Reservation Fee.

Located on the desirable Old Park Avenue in Canterbury, this three bedroom semi detached house presents an exciting opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and personalise a property in a sought after residential area. Believed to have been built in the 1940s or 1950s, the home is of steel frame construction and retains much of its original character, offering plenty of potential for improvement and modernisation.

The accommodation is spacious and has already been extended to the side, creating an additional reception room that could serve as a dining area, home office, or playroom. The ground floor also includes a good sized sitting room, kitchen, and a further dining room. The property also benefits from an outside lift to the front, making the property more accessible for those with mobility needs.

Upstairs are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, all ready for updating to suit a new owner’s style and requirements. With some thoughtful renovation, this house has the potential to become a comfortable and stylish family home.
To the rear is a long garden, offering plenty of space for children to play, for outdoor entertaining, or for further landscaping and development. The property also benefits from driveway parking to the front, providing convenient off street space for vehicles.

Old Park Avenue is a quiet and well established residential road with easy access to Canterbury’s city centre, local schools, and transport links. The area is popular with families and professionals alike thanks to its proximity to local amenities and green spaces.

This property is offered with no onward chain, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to move quickly and invest in a home with great potential in a prime Canterbury location.

Auctioneer Comments:
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The buyer will pay £300 inc VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £7,080 inc VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450. These services are optional.

Location Summary
The property is situated within the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: Golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins).

Entrance Hall

Living Room (13' 5" x 12' 2")

Dining Room (10' 2" x 8' 6")

Kitchen (10' 6" x 8' 6")

Utility Room (9' 6" x 8' 2")

WC (4' 3" x 2' 11")

Bedroom/ Reception (14' 5" x 11' 6")

First Floor

Shower Room (7' 3" x 5' 7")

Bedroom (13' 5" x 8' 6")

Bedroom (13' 5" x 12' 2")

Bedroom (9' 2" x 8' 6")

External

Garden

Driveway