Wards says ..
This retirement flat, found on the first floor is in superb condition throughout, having been recently refurbished. It is the perfect size for a single person looking to downsize for convenient living. Available for the over 55s and with resident's parking, communal lounge, gardens and laundrette...
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement flat located at Kingsdale Court in Chatham, Kent, presents a functional and reasonably priced housing option, particularly for those aged 55 and over. The property’s location offers good proximity to transport links (Southeastern train stations) and several schools with varying Ofsted ratings (including one Outstanding primary school). The flat appears to be in good condition, with a recently updated kitchen and bathroom visible in the images. However, buyers should note that there is no mention of any private garden or outdoor space. The lack of detailed square footage data on similar nearby properties makes precise price comparison challenging. The £70,000 list price seems reasonable given the available information, especially in comparison to other retirement flats on Hopewell Drive, though further investigation into specific property sizes would be beneficial for a fully informed decision. The apartment’s size and layout may suit a single occupant or couple seeking convenient and relatively affordable retirement living. The overall condition of the building appears acceptable, based on exterior photos, though more detailed internal images would be advantageous in a full evaluation. Given the nature of retirement living, access to communal areas and support services (if any) provided within Kingsdale Court will be crucial factors for potential buyers to consider.
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
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 480.00
The heatmap indicates the level of crime in the area. The color of the heatmap indicates the crime severity and recency.
Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 261,500.00 £Decreased by 8.10 %
- Est sale value
- 160,800.00 £Increased by 35.08 %
- Average area rental value
- 833.00 £/moDecreased by 9.65 %
- Est letting value
- 480.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.82 %Decreased by 1.80 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
Wards marked this listing as sold.
Wards created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luton Primary School | Community School | Outstanding | 0.77 KM |
| Chatham Grammar | Academy Converter | Good | 0.82 KM |
| Kingfisher Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 1.08 KM | |
| Kingfisher Community Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.08 KM |
| Byron Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 1.22 KM |
Images
Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickfield Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Capstone Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| York Hill | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Greenbank | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Pear Tree Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillingham (Kent) | 5169 | GLM | 2.26 KM |
| Chatham | 5199 | CTM | 3.36 KM |
| Rochester | 5203 | RTR | 4.69 KM |
| Strood (Kent) | 5191 | SOO | 6.27 KM |
| Rainham (Kent) | 5177 | RAI | 7.00 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopewell Drive, Chatham, Kent | £ 70,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Hopewell Drive, Chatham, Kent | £ 87,500 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Kingsdale Court (Chatham), Chatham | £ 65,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
| Hopewell Drive, Chatham | £ 120,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Hopewell Drive, Chatham | £ 90,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Hopewell Drive | £ 125,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 14 Hopewell Drive | £ 164,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 38 Hopewell Drive | £ 225,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 16 Hopewell Drive | £ 230,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 76 Wiltshire Close | £ 235,000 | 0.14 KM |