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2 bedroom Mid Terrace House for sale, Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1
Features and Description
- Two bedroom terraced house
- Spacious reception room
- Kitchen with natural light
- Conservatory
- Quiet neighbourhood location
- Excellent transport links
- Proximity to schools and parks
For sale by modern method of auction: Starting Bid £240,000 plus reservation fee
Your Move is delighted to offer this charming two bedroom terraced house ready for a new owner to bring their vision to life. The property is in need of modernising, providing an excellent opportunity for those looking to put their stamp on their next home.
The ground floor of the house hosts a reception room, a kitchen filled with natural light, and a conservatory leading to the garden. The reception room is spacious and versatile, an ideal space for relaxation or entertaining. The kitchen, while functional, offers a blank canvas for you to customise to your heart's content. The conservatory is a delightful addition to the property, providing an extra living space and a seamless transition to the outdoor garden area.
Upstairs, you will find two well-proportioned bedrooms and a bathroom. Though in need of an update, each room has a good base to work from.
The property boasts an EPC rating of D and falls within council tax band B. One of the standout features of this property is its location. Situated in a quiet neighbourhood, it benefits from excellent public transport links and is within proximity of local schools and parks, making it a desirable location for families or professionals alike.
The garden is another unique feature of this property, providing an outdoor space to relax, entertain, or potentially extend the property (subject to necessary permissions).
This terraced house is a gem waiting to be polished. With its excellent location and potential for transformation, it presents a fantastic opportunity for the discerning buyer.
Location
This is an extremely popular residential area close to the heart of historic Rochester. The lively High Street is just a short walk away, here a great variety of places to eat and drink can be found. The new high speed rail link to London is also within easy walking distance. Rochester is home to a great range of highly regarded schools catering for all age groups, including the very popular Rochester Grammar, King’s and the Math’s School. The local motorway network is via the M2 and M20, so great access to London and the south coast.
Auction Notes
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction which is not to be confused with Traditional auction. The Modern Method of Auction is a flexible buyer friendly method of purchase. We do not require the purchaser to exchange contracts immediately, but grant 28 days to achieve exchange of contracts from the date the buyer s solicitor is in receipt of the draft contracts and a further 28 days thereafter to complete. Allowing the additional time to exchange on the property means interested parties can proceed with traditional residential finance.Upon close of a successful auction or if the vendor accepts an offer during the auction, the buyer will be required to put down a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% subject to a minimum of 6,000 plus VAT which secures the transaction and takes the property off the market.The buyer will be required to sign an Acknowledgment of Reservation form to confirm acceptance of terms prior to solicitors being instructed. Copies of the Reservation form and all terms and conditions can be found in the Legal Pack which can be downloaded for free from the auction section of our website or requested from our Auction Department.
Auctioneer comments
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey). The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded. This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change. Referral Arrangements The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.
Reception Room
13'9" x 10'6" (4.20m x 3.20m)
Kitchen
12'1" x 9'3" (3.68m x 2.82m)
Conservatory
14'2" x 7'11" (4.32m x 2.41m)
Bathroom
5'11" x 5'6" (1.80m x 1.68m)
Bedroom 1
11'2" x 9'2" (3.40m x 2.80m)
Bedroom 2
13'9" x 8'4" (4.20m x 2.54m)
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1
Additional Information
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Property refROC240296
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EPCD
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TenureFreehold
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Council TaxB
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Local authorityMedway Council
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