Sold End of terrace

12 WATERSIDE CLOSE

FAVERSHAM, KENT ME13 7AU

4 beds 2 baths 1,582 sq ft Listed 29 Aug 2025 (-284d)

£550,000

Reduced on 8 Sep 2025

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Frontage Balcony Kitchen Kitchen Dining Room & Rear Garden Dining Room Kitchen / Diner Kitchen Kitchen / Dining Room Office Entrance Way W.C. W.C. / Utility Room Bedroom Bedroom / Study Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom Family Bathroom Bedroom W.C. En-Suite Living Room Living Room Rear Garden Rear Garden Rear Garden & Elevation Rear Elevation View from Balcony View From Balcony View from Balcony Creek Walk Faversham Frontage

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

147 m²

Council tax band

E

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1996-2002

Last sold

£548,000 Jan 2026

Price per m²

£3,741/m²

Local average

£339,710 (+61.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (24,922 of 33,755)

Street crime

110 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • End of Terrace Townhouse
  • Family Bathroom, En Suite & Two W.C.
  • Open Plan Kitchen / Diner
  • Driveway for Four Cars
  • Excellent Location
  • Four Bedrooms
  • Office
  • Balcony
  • Rear Garden
  • Stunning Views of the Creek

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

We are excited to bring to the market this beautifully presented four-bedroom end-of-terrace townhouse located within an exclusive private gated development. This property offers versatile living space across three floors. Nestled in a tranquil setting with creek views and direct access to the waterside, this home combines modern comfort with a unique coastal charm.

We are excited to bring to the market this beautifully presented four-bedroom end-of-terrace townhouse located within an exclusive private gated development. This property offers versatile living space across three floors. Nestled in a tranquil setting with creek views and direct access to the waterside, this home combines modern comfort with a unique coastal charm.

The ground floor features a stylish kitchen/diner, a separate office, and a convenient WC/utility room, ideal for modern family living. On the first floor, you'll find a spacious lounge with access to a private balcony overlooking the creek, a peaceful retreat to unwind, along with a bedroom and an additional WC.

Upstairs, the top floor offers three further bedrooms, including a master with ensuite, and a bedroom with built-in wardrobes currently used as a dressing room. The family bathroom is also on this floor.

Outside, the landscaped rear garden boasts a mix of decking, patio, and low-maintenance AstroTurf, with a side gate leading directly to the creek path which also benefits from a communal slipway.

To the front, a private driveway provides off-street parking for up to four vehicles.

Nestled in the charming historic town of Faversham, just a short stroll away. Faversham town centre offers an array of independent shops, cafes, and traditional pubs, as well as a popular market, where fresh local produce and artisanal goods can be found. The property also benefits from excellent transport links.

This rare waterside home offers a perfect blend of privacy, space, and style—ideal for families or professionals seeking a peaceful yet well-connected lifestyle in Faversham.

Service charge for maintaining grounds - £45 per month

Lounge / Diner: - 8.98 x 4.19 (29'5" x 13'8") -

Utility Room / W.C. - 2.37 x1.66 (7'9" x5'5") -

Office: - 2.41 x 1.66 (7'10" x 5'5") -

Living Room: - 5.35 x 3.67 (17'6" x 12'0") -

W.C.: - 1.78 x 1.06 (5'10" x 3'5") -

Bedroom 2: - 3.8 x 2.86 (12'5" x 9'4") -

Balcony: - 5.85 x 2.35 (19'2" x 7'8") -

Master Bedroom: - 3.75 x 2.96 (12'3" x 9'8") -

En Suite: - 1.92 x 1.59 (6'3" x 5'2") -

Bedroom 3: - 3.76 x 2.89 (12'4" x 9'5") -

Bedroom 4: - 3.45 x 2.28 (11'3" x 7'5") -

Bathroom: - 2.89 x 2.48 (9'5" x 8'1") -

Tenure: - Freehold.

We understand that there is a £45 per month service charge for maintaining the grounds.

Local Authority: - Swale Borough Council

Council Tax Band E - £2818.10 2025/26

Listed by

Gravesend

Sealeys Estate Agents

Reference: 166345523

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 07/08/2018

Current heating cost: £652/year

Potential heating cost: £566/year

Recommendations

  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (50)
  • Upgrade heating controls (450)
  • Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (3,000)
  • Solar water heating (6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

EE Rating

EE Rating

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8712169

Property Details

Street: 12 Waterside Close

Town: FAVERSHAM

Postcode: ME13 7AU

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 27/02/2012

Work Completed: 14/02/2012

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #6927201

Property Details

Street: 12 Waterside Close

Town: FAVERSHAM

Postcode: ME13 7AU

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 09/11/2009

Work Completed: 05/10/2009

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

83% since 2009

Event Date Price % change
Sold 28/01/2026 (4 months ago) £548,000 +9.8%
Sold 03/04/2019 (7 years ago) £499,167 +66.4%
Sold 09/06/2009 (17 years ago) £300,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
10 ABBEY PLACE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BG £370,000 22/06/2023 Terraced
17 ABBEY ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BL £465,000 31/03/2023 Terraced
3 PROVENDER WALK, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7NF £360,000 08/02/2023 Terraced
116 UPPER BRENTS, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7DL £206,000 19/12/2022 Terraced
20 - 21 ABBEY STREET, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BE £595,000 04/11/2022 Terraced
3 BELVEDERE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7GQ £517,500 30/09/2022 Terraced
Same street 25 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £640,000 23/09/2022 Terraced
10 ABBEY ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BL £401,000 12/08/2022 Terraced
2 BELVEDERE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7GQ £500,000 05/08/2022 Terraced
37 UPPER BRENTS, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7DN £401,000 18/07/2022 Terraced
Same street 26 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £600,000 09/06/2022 Terraced
3 CHAMBERS WHARF, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7US £585,000 29/04/2022 Terraced
3 BROOK ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7HA £200,000 23/03/2022 Terraced
20 BROOK ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7HA £256,501 04/03/2022 Terraced
Same street 19 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £535,000 18/02/2022 Detached
GOLDINGS WHARF 10 BELVEDERE ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7FB £650,000 11/02/2022 Terraced
Same street 27 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £625,000 04/02/2022 Terraced
Same street 28 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £600,000 04/02/2022 Terraced
Same street 29 WATERSIDE CLOSE, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7AU £650,000 04/02/2022 Terraced
3 ABBEY STREET, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BE £695,527 27/01/2022 Terraced
GOLDINGS WHARF 16 BELVEDERE ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7FB £475,000 05/01/2022 Terraced
GOLDINGS WHARF 4 BELVEDERE ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7FB £465,000 13/10/2021 Terraced
15 ABBEY ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BL £460,000 17/09/2021 Terraced
12 BROOK ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7HA £230,000 11/08/2021 Terraced
18 NEW CREEK ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7BU £425,000 24/06/2021 Terraced
19 BROOK ROAD, FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT, ME13 7HA £271,000 16/06/2021 Terraced

Street average: £608,333 (6 sales)

Area average: £426,426 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 25.3%
10y growth 26.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Swale. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -0.4%
5y (index) 11.5%
10y (index) 37.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Swale. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £982/mo
Realistic £1,091/mo
Optimistic £1,200/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Swale.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Chelmsford: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop Aladdin's Loft 0.1 miles
Shop CEL 0.1 miles
Bus stop Court Street 0.4 miles
Bus stop Crescent Road 0.4 miles
Train station Faversham 0.7 miles
Train station Brogdale Central Station 1.7 miles
Hospital Estuary View Medical Centre 5.2 miles
Hospital Sittingbourne Memorial Hospital 7.0 miles
University Unknown 7.1 miles
University University of Kent 7.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 41
Anti-social behaviour 18
Shoplifting 15
Criminal damage and arson 12
Robbery 7
Burglary 4
Other theft 4
Public order 3
Bicycle theft 2
Other crime 2
Drugs 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 110

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Secondary 0.3 miles Good — 27 Apr 2023
St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Outstanding — 10 Sep 2018
Davington Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 17 Sep 2023
Ethelbert Road Primary School Primary 0.9 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Bysing Wood Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 7 Jul 2024

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.2%
Max investor price (0.8%) £136,375
Target investor price (1%) £109,100
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).