Guide price
£170,000
1 bed flat for saleHospital Lane, Canterbury CT1
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
About this property
Well presented 1st floor apartment in a quiet yet prime location in Canterbury City centre
Light & spacious open plan living/dining room
Good size kitchen with plenty of storage, integrated appliances & breakfast bar for casual dining
Large double bedroom with 2 fitted wardrobes
Bathroom with matching white suite & shower over the bath
Allocated parking for 1 car in residents car park
Chain free
0.3 miles to Canterbury East & 0.6 miles to Canterbury West train stations
0.2 miles from Canterbury High Street & Dane John Gardens
Easy access onto the A2/M2 & A28
Hospital Lane
Property Description: Guide Price £170,000 - £190,000. Positioned in a quiet yet central location, this first floor apartment presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a convenient and vibrant city lifestyle in Canterbury. The property offers immediate access to the city's amenities while providing a peaceful retreat. The layout is thoughtfully designed for modern living, appealing to professionals, first-time buyers, or those looking for a secure investment.
The heart of the home is a light and spacious open-plan living and dining room, providing a versatile area for relaxation and entertaining. A large window ensures plenty of natural light throughout the day, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Adjacent to this, the good sized kitchen is well equipped with integrated appliances and has ample storage solutions. A practical breakfast bar provides a casual dining option, perfect for morning coffee or quick meals.
The apartment features a generously proportioned double bedroom, complete with two fitted wardrobes, providing significant storage space and maintaining a clean, uncluttered aesthetic. The bathroom includes a matching white suite with a shower over the bath, providing both functionality and comfort. The overall finish is neutral and contemporary, allowing new owners to easily personalise the space to their taste.
One of the significant advantages of this city centre property is the inclusion of allocated parking for one car within the residents' car park, a highly sought-after feature in Canterbury. The property is offered chain-free, simplifying the purchasing process for prospective buyers. Location is paramount, and this apartment excels in connectivity. It is just 0.3 miles from Canterbury East train station and 0.6 miles from Canterbury West train station, offering excellent transport links. Canterbury High Street and the picturesque Dane John Gardens are both only 0.2 miles away, placing shopping, dining, and green spaces within easy reach.
Location: Hospital Lane is located just off Castle Street which is situated inside the city walls just 0.2 miles from the heart of Canterbury's vibrant city centre.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 unesco World Heritage Site Canterbury Cathedral, 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 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 = CT1 2PE / What3Words = slide.wash.wide
Council Tax: Band B (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 leasehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. Maintenance charge £1673 & ground rent charge £292 per annum. There are 102 years remaining on the lease.
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 allocated parking for 1 car in the residents car park behind the apartment building.
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Tenure
Leasehold (99 years)
Service charge
£1,673 per year
Council tax band
B
Ground rent
£292
Ground rent date of next review
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