14 Lenham Road, Platts Heath, Lenham, Maidstone ME17
By Ferris & Co
£ 475,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Ferris & Co says ..
The Old Forge is a beautiful 17th Century period cottage presented in delightful order. Over the last 6 years the present owners have created a wonderful home bursting with charm and character. The gardens are a joy to behold with terraced seating areas, deep shrubbery borders and meandering path...
Property Oracle says ..
The property is a charming cottage located in Platts Heath, a village near Maidstone, Kent. The location benefits from being within a reasonable distance of several primary schools, with Platts Heath Primary School being particularly close. Train stations at Lenham and Harrietsham provide access to Southeastern rail services.
The cottage itself appears to be a period property, well-maintained and presented. The exposed beams and traditional features are evident throughout. The property has undergone some modernisation, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms, which appear to be in excellent condition. The garden is a notable feature, offering a good-sized outdoor space with various features, including a shed and patio area. The size of the garden is approximately the same as the size of the house.
Considering the average price per square foot in the area is £356, and this property is listed at £475,000 with 1,575 sqft, the price per sqft is approximately £301. While the property is smaller than the average for the area, its period features, excellent condition, and substantial garden could justify the slightly lower price per square foot. However, nearby comparable properties show a wide range of prices, making a definitive statement on price reasonableness difficult without further insights into the specific features and condition of those properties. The higher-priced nearby properties may have larger plots or more modern interiors.
Based on the provided images, the property appears to be in good condition and well-maintained. There is no evidence to suggest it needs renovation. The property has character and charm consistent with a period property.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 9
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,575.00
- Lot (est)
- 1,575.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 338,111.00 £Decreased by 28.64 %
- Est sale value
- 535,500.00 £Decreased by 24.28 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,650.00 £/moDecreased by 1.49 %
- Est letting value
- 1,575.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.86 %Increased by 38.21 %
- Crime Rate
- 79.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platts Heath Primary School | Community School | Requires improvement | 0.16 KM |
| The Lenham School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 3.08 KM |
| Lenham Primary School | Community School | Good | 3.11 KM |
| Harrietsham Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 3.39 KM |
| Ulcombe Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 5.08 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Green Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Runham Lane | £ 637,498 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Rectory Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenham | 5111 | LEN | 2.47 KM |
| Harrietsham | 5140 | HRM | 2.87 KM |
| Hollingbourne | 5141 | HBN | 8.06 KM |
| Headcorn | 5220 | HCN | 9.33 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenham Road, Platts Heath, Maidstone ME17 | £ 495,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| 14 Lenham Road, Platts Heath, Lenham, Maidstone ME17 | £ 475,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Lenham Road, Platts Heath, Maidstone, ME17 | £ 275,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| 6 Lenham Road, Platts Heath, ME17 | £ 795,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.05 KM |
| Lenham Road, Platts Heath, ME17 | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Lenham Road | £ 45,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 15 Lenham Road | £ 199,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 1 Lenham Road | £ 465,000 | 0.02 KM |
| Ashdown | £ 352,500 | 0.02 KM |
| 16 Lenham Road | £ 188,000 | 0.02 KM |