FLAT 5
CROWN HOUSE, VALETTA WAY, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY ME1 1FE
£170,000
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (97 years remaining on lease)
Floor area
46 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Last sold
£165,000 Jan 2025
Price per m²
£3,696/m²
Local average
£192,613 (-11.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (7,130 of 33,755)
Street crime
364 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Allocated parking
- Ideal first time buy
- No chain
- Sought after location
- Move in ready
- Great investment opportunity
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
Description
This well-presented, second floor apartment is offered with no forward chain.
Perfectly situated in the desirable Rochester riverside development, this property is just a short stroll away from Rochester's charming high street.
The apartment boasts a modern design, with high-quality finishes throughout, ensuring a comfortable living space. The spacious open-plan living and dining area is bright and airy, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. The generously sized bedroom offers a peaceful retreat, while the large master bathroom includes a shower over the bath for added convenience.
Viewing is recommended to appreciate the beauty of this unique property, call us today to avoid missing out!
Exterior
Allocated parking. Visitor parking to the rear.
Key Terms
Rochester boasts an abundance of History and is heavily connected to Charles Dickens, the Dickens festival being one of a number of themed weekends held in the high street throughout the year. The cobbled high street is a huge attraction for its independent boutique shops, quaint cafe’s, highly recommended restaurants and traditional pubs. Rochester Cathedral and Castle sit on the edge of a sweeping bend of the River Medway. Whilst famous for it’s historical connections, Rochester has also seen significant new riverside development in recent years, making it attractive from a lifestyle and commuting perspective. Its newly built station offers High Speed rail links to Stratford International in 30 minutes or St Pancras International in 38 minutes. London Victoria is also accessible in just 52 minutes. In any part of the town you are never too far from road links, the A2 and M2 are easily accessible in under 5 miles. With the M20 and M25 approximately 10 miles away. Rochester and near-by Chatham offer a fantastic range of primary and secondary schools, as well as the University.
Listed by
Chatham
Robinson Jackson
Reference: 153265001
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 04/04/2024
Current heating cost: £255/year
Potential heating cost: £255/year
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Floorplan
EPC Graphs
EPC Rating Graph
Price history
34% since 2014
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 31/01/2025 (1 year ago) | £165,000 | +34.4% |
| Sold | 21/07/2014 (11 years ago) | £122,750 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIDGE HOUSE FLAT 46 VALETTA WAY, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1LQ | £249,000 | 06/01/2026 | Flat |
| BRIDGE HOUSE FLAT 8 VALETTA WAY, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TB | £221,500 | 27/11/2025 | Flat |
| BRIDGE HOUSE FLAT 1 VALETTA WAY, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TB | £261,500 | 07/12/2023 | Flat |
| 21 SEALAND COURT, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1QH | £400,000 | 10/11/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 219 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £179,950 | 24/10/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 305 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £260,000 | 06/10/2023 | Flat |
| 16 SEAFORD COURT, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1QA | £277,000 | 05/06/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 204 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £255,000 | 26/05/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 218 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £193,500 | 17/05/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 107 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £154,500 | 28/04/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 205 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £154,000 | 28/04/2023 | Flat |
| MAYFLOWER HOUSE FLAT 8 VALETTA WAY, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1FA | £266,000 | 10/03/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 110 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £297,000 | 17/02/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 211 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £195,000 | 17/02/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 111 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £197,450 | 13/02/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 308 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £192,500 | 26/01/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 206 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £145,000 | 23/01/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 314 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £324,500 | 20/01/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 316 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £180,000 | 18/01/2023 | Flat |
| ST. BARTHOLOMEWS PLACE 315 BISHOPS COURT NEW ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME1 1TW | £300,000 | 17/01/2023 | Flat |
Area average: £235,170 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Medway. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Medway. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Medway.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Medway & Swale: £673/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Valetta Way
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Valetta Way | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | City Minimart | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | Drurys | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Rochester | 0.6 miles |
| University | Unknown | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Strood | 1.0 miles |
| University | University of Kent - Medway Campus | 1.9 miles |
| Hospital | Medway Maritime Hospital | 2.0 miles |
| Hospital | Unknown | 3.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 142 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 59 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 33 |
| Shoplifting | 32 |
| Other theft | 27 |
| Public order | 18 |
| Vehicle crime | 16 |
| Drugs | 14 |
| Other crime | 7 |
| Burglary | 5 |
| Robbery | 4 |
| Bicycle theft | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 364 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's School (Rochester) | Other | 0.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 24 Oct 2013 |
| King's School, Rochester | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Rochester Independent College | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| St Peter's Infant School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 17 Jan 2019 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Flat, Holcombe Road, ME1 | £950/mo | 1 | 0.59 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Borstal, ME1 | £890/mo | 1 | 0.72 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £920/mo (2 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus 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).