# 2 bedroom bungalow for sale (ME2 2TL)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 12 CHETNEY CLOSE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY ME2 2TL |
| Price | £375,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | D |
| Last sold | £370,000 Nov 2023 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 14/08/2033
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,500

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/1900-7454-0422-4299-3873)

## Description

Guide Price £375,000-£400,000

No Forward Chain! Positioned within an idyllic cul-de-sac in the coveted Parkfields of Strood, this captivating semi-detached bungalow awaits your discovery. Hosting two spacious double bedrooms, along with off-street parking and a convenient garage, this residence exudes convenience and potential. Inside, you'll be greeted by a harmonious blend of two welcoming reception rooms, a distinct separate kitchen, and an alluring conservatory. Step into the embrace of a low-maintenance rear garden while savoring the proximity of local amenities – from shops to a bus stop – all conveniently within walking distance. Moreover, swift access to the A2/M2 enhances your connectivity.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/138929591/511238) - EPC Rating Graph

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #9849463
- **Address:** 12 Chetney Close, ROCHESTER, ME2 2TL
- **Certificate Issued:** 14/10/2013
- **Work Completed:** 02/07/2013
- **Items:** 5 window(s), 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12179090
- **Address:** 12 Chetney Close, ROCHESTER, ME2 2TL
- **Certificate Issued:** 06/02/2017
- **Work Completed:** 26/10/2016
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 12 CHETNEY CLOSE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2TL | £370,000 | 28/11/2023 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 4 CHURCHWARDEN DRIVE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2WA | £612,000 | 23/05/2025 | Detached |
| 7 THE SHADES, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2UD | £650,000 | 21/02/2025 | Detached |
| 1 CHURCHWARDEN DRIVE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2WA | £585,000 | 20/12/2023 | Detached |
| 3 CHURCHWARDEN DRIVE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2WA | £520,000 | 20/12/2023 | Detached |
| 9 MILLFORDHOPE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2TE | £500,000 | 15/05/2023 | Detached |
| 41 THE SHADES, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2UD | £515,000 | 15/03/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 CHETNEY CLOSE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2TL | £432,500 | 20/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 17 THE SHADES, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2UD | £563,000 | 15/11/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 16 CHETNEY CLOSE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2TL | £355,750 | 26/01/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £394,125 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £563,571 (7 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £436,399 (19 Detached, ME2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -14.1%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Medway). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,113/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,237/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,361/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Medway & Swale (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £848/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.33% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £154,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £123,700

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £5,000/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 0.7%
- **10y growth:** 16%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Medway; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.8%
- **5y growth (index):** 17.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 43.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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