# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (ME1 2DU)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 46 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY ME1 2DU |
| Price | £310,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £300,000 Jan 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 23/05/2032
- **Current heating cost:** £630/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £20,675

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- 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/2846-3016-8205-6422-6204)

## Description

Ideal first home, for the growing family or investors. This bay windowed three bedroomed terraced house, is set over three floors offering great flexibilty of layout. There is a 27'3 kitchen/living room with fitted units and integrated hob and ovens, a multifuel stove, modern shower room as well as a separate bathroom, a study and an approx. 120' rear garden, are some of the highlights. Located in a popular residential area within a quarter mile of primary schools, just off Delce Road which has a range of shops, the Medical Centre and bus stops.  Rochester High Street is within a half mile with its shops, cafes, restaurants and mainline station with hi-speed services to London St Pancras.  There are also good access roads to the A2, M2 and M20.

**Kitchen / Living Room** - 27'3" x 12'8" - Spanning the lower ground floor, this spacious kitchen and living room area stretches over 27 feet in length and nearly 13 feet in width. It benefits from natural light through the front window and offers ample space for cooking and dining, creating a welcoming hub for family life. Adjacent to this space is a lobby that leads to a practical shower room and a useful workshop at the rear, perfect for hobbies or storage.

**Sitting Room / Bedroom 3** - 11'0" x 9'6" - A cosy sitting room on the ground floor, this room could also serve as Bedroom 3 if required. It features a traditional fireplace set within a dark surround and is complemented by wood flooring, making it a comfortable space to relax or entertain. The bright bay window adds character and floods the room with natural light.

**Bedroom 1** - 12'10" x 11'0" - This well-proportioned bedroom on the first floor benefits from a calming green accent wall and a large window that fills the room with daylight. The room is furnished with a double bed and a wardrobe, creating a restful retreat with space to unwind after a busy day.

**Bedroom 2** - 11'8" x 11'0" - A second double bedroom also on the first floor, this room is painted in a vibrant turquoise shade. It features two single beds, a desk, and shelving, ideal for a shared bedroom or a guest room. A window provides plenty of natural light, enhancing the cheerful atmosphere of the space.

**Bathroom** - 9'8" x 9'5" - Situated on the ground floor, the bathroom has a clean, modern design with light grey tiled walls and dark grey floor tiles. It includes a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink with storage beneath, and a toilet, all arranged efficiently to maximise the available space.

**Rear Garden** - The rear garden is a delightful outdoor space featuring a combination of decking and lawn areas, bordered by fencing and mature planting that provides privacy. A paved path leads through the garden, making it easy to enjoy the space for relaxing or entertaining during warmer months. At the far end, there is a wooden workshop, adding useful storage or workspace.

## Property Photos

- ![Front (Exterior)](/listings/photos/163068695/1286699) - Front (Exterior)
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/163068695/1286702) - Living Room
- ![Study](/listings/photos/163068695/1286704) - Study
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/163068695/1286706) - Living Room
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/163068695/1286708) - Kitchen
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/163068695/1286712) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/163068695/1286713) - Bedroom
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/163068695/1286715) - Bathroom
- ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/163068695/1286719) - Rear Garden
- ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/163068695/1286723) - Rear Garden

## Floorplans

- ![FP 46 Castle Ave.jpg](/listings/photos/163068695/1286726) - FP 46 Castle Ave.jpg

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/163068695/1286727) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #11897639
- **Address:** 46 Castle Avenue, ROCHESTER, ME1 2DU
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/10/2016
- **Work Completed:** 16/09/2016
- **Items:** 2 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 46 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £300,000 | 23/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 46 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £172,000 | 21/02/2014 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 14 CLARENCE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DX | £172,580 | 31/10/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 CLARENCE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DX | £172,000 | 31/10/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 CLIVE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 3BZ | £325,000 | 28/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 ST PETER STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DE | £267,500 | 18/08/2023 | Terraced |
| 132 DELCE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DT | £158,000 | 14/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 118 ROCHESTER AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DR | £220,000 | 27/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 10 CLARENCE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DX | £255,000 | 24/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 17 CLARENCE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DX | £220,000 | 22/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 36 THOMAS STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2ED | £218,000 | 17/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 68B ROCHESTER AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DP | £326,000 | 20/01/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 1 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £290,000 | 20/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 140 ROCHESTER AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DS | £315,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 47 ST PETER STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DD | £290,000 | 21/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 41 QUEEN STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2BZ | £262,000 | 08/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 109 ROCHESTER AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DR | £242,000 | 25/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 14 CHURCH STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DA | £201,000 | 20/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 115 PRINCES STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2EA | £268,500 | 19/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 4 CHURCH STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DA | £217,000 | 17/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 51 LONGLEY ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2HA | £280,000 | 14/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 21 CLIVE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 3BZ | £295,000 | 06/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 7 CHURCH STREET, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DA | £240,000 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 7 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £325,000 | 08/08/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 56 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £280,000 | 04/07/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 23 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £292,000 | 25/02/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 5 CASTLE AVENUE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 2DU | £265,000 | 11/11/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £290,400 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £247,229 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £305,714 (61 Terraced, ME1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +1.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,114/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,238/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,362/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £937/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Rochester St, ME4 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.62 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,300/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.42% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £162,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £130,000

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,300/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 19.9×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-76/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,163/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 1.2%
- **10y growth:** 35.5%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Medway; Terraced series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 16%
- **10y growth (index):** 39.7%

## Flood risk

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

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