For sale End of terrace

31 MURSTON ROAD

SITTINGBOURNE, SITTINGBOURNE ME10 3LA

2 beds 2 baths 753 sq ft Listed 18 Apr 2026 (-93d)

£200,000

Guide Price

Reduced on 8 Jun 2026

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# 2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale (ME10 3LA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 31 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SITTINGBOURNE ME10 3LA |
| Price | £200,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | B |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 70 m² |
| Last sold | £220,000 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 07/01/2031
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £24,525

### Recommendations
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- D (£80 - £120)
- E (£25)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- O (£3,300 - £6,500)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/3039-3929-6000-0858-2206)

## Description

Guide price £200,000 - £230,000

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this well-presented two-bedroom end of terrace home, offering a versatile layout and ideal for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to downsize. Situated in a convenient location, the property combines character with practical living space, making it ready to move straight into.

Internally, the ground floor comprises a welcoming living room leading through to a separate dining room, creating a great space for both relaxing and entertaining. To the rear, you will find a fitted kitchen with access to the garden, along with a downstairs bathroom which can also be used as a utility area, providing added flexibility to suit your needs.

Upstairs, the property offers two bedrooms, with the main bedroom benefiting from an en suite. Externally, the home boasts a good-sized rear garden, ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding. This is a great home with plenty to offer and viewing is highly recommended.

**Exterior**

Rear garden

Brick tool shed

**Key Terms**

Sittingbourne is a bustling town in Kent, located approximately 45 miles from London, offering a blend of modern amenities and historical charm. The town has a rich industrial heritage, with the original brickworks and paper mills still playing a significant role in its  history. Today, Sittingbourne is a vibrant community with a mix of traditional and modern housing, attracting families, professionals, and retirees.

Sittingbourne offers excellent local amenities, including a wide range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The town is home to several good schools and has a strong sense of community.

Transport links are a major draw, with Sittingbourne railway station providing direct trains to London, making commuting easy. The town is also well-connected by road, with the A249 offering access to the M2 and M20 motorways. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Sittingbourne offers a convenient, family-friendly lifestyle with excellent transport links to both urban and rural areas.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/174623420/1355820) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/174623420/1355821) - EPC
- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/174623420/1355824) - EPC Rating Graph

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 15 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ | £227,500 | 16/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 21 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ | £250,000 | 09/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 7 TERRACE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4SF | £210,000 | 20/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 43 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL | £236,000 | 13/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 77 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LB | £216,000 | 05/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 COOMBE DRIVE, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3DA | £315,000 | 16/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 34 HARKNESS COURT, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LE | £255,000 | 22/12/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 13 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £225,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 11 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £225,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 9 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £225,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 31 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £220,000 | 15/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 195 SHORTLANDS ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3JX | £232,000 | 02/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 41A COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL | £245,000 | 25/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 27 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AF | £218,500 | 02/11/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 5 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £220,000 | 27/09/2022 | Detached |
| 25 HOMEVIEW, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3NE | £207,500 | 13/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 25 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL | £200,000 | 09/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 96 SHORTLANDS ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3JU | £230,000 | 30/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 24 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ | £240,000 | 12/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 52 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AQ | £230,000 | 27/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 41 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL | £260,000 | 15/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 21 GREENWAYS, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4UE | £260,500 | 23/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 17 HOMEVIEW, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3NE | £220,000 | 17/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 5 TERRACE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4SF | £282,000 | 10/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 70 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AQ | £225,000 | 01/06/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 3 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £25,000 | 20/10/2021 | Other |
| [Same street] 1 FLAT 1 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA | £20,000 | 20/10/2021 | Other |

**Street average:** £165,714 (7 sales)
**Area average:** £238,000 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £259,833 (74 Terraced, ME10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -23%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £982/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,091/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,200/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £848/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Lime Grove, ME10 | £1,200/mo | 2 | 0.4 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, London Road, ME10 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.13 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, St Pauls St, ME10 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.13 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, London Road, ME10 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.14 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,238/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.63% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £125,000

*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 £1,250/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.5%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 13.3×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £312/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.5%

*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:** £2,857/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 9.3%
- **10y growth:** 33.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 2%
- **5y growth (index):** 11.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 37%

## Flood risk

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

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

70 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£220,000

Price per m²

£2,857/m²

Local average

£259,833 (-23%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (554 of 33,755)

Street crime

318 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Two bed end of terrace house
Rear garden
Two bathrooms
Close to local transport links
Close to local amenities

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

Guide price £200,000 - £230,000

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this well-presented two-bedroom end of terrace home, offering a versatile layout and ideal for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to downsize. Situated in a convenient location, the property combines character with practical living space, making it ready to move straight into.

Internally, the ground floor comprises a welcoming living room leading through to a separate dining room, creating a great space for both relaxing and entertaining. To the rear, you will find a fitted kitchen with access to the garden, along with a downstairs bathroom which can also be used as a utility area, providing added flexibility to suit your needs.

Upstairs, the property offers two bedrooms, with the main bedroom benefiting from an en suite. Externally, the home boasts a good-sized rear garden, ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding. This is a great home with plenty to offer and viewing is highly recommended.

Exterior
Rear garden
Brick tool shed

Key Terms
Sittingbourne is a bustling town in Kent, located approximately 45 miles from London, offering a blend of modern amenities and historical charm. The town has a rich industrial heritage, with the original brickworks and paper mills still playing a significant role in its history. Today, Sittingbourne is a vibrant community with a mix of traditional and modern housing, attracting families, professionals, and retirees.
Sittingbourne offers excellent local amenities, including a wide range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The town is home to several good schools and has a strong sense of community.
Transport links are a major draw, with Sittingbourne railway station providing direct trains to London, making commuting easy. The town is also well-connected by road, with the A249 offering access to the M2 and M20 motorways. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Sittingbourne offers a convenient, family-friendly lifestyle with excellent transport links to both urban and rural areas.

Listed by

Sittingbourne

Robinson Jackson

Reference: 174623420

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 08/01/2021

Expiry date: 07/01/2031

Est. upgrade cost to C: £24,525

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Draughtproof single-glazed windows (£80 - £120)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£25)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing (£3,300 - £6,500)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC Rating Graph

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£200,000	—

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
15 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ	£227,500	16/01/2026	Terraced
21 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ	£250,000	09/12/2025	Terraced
7 TERRACE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4SF	£210,000	20/11/2023	Terraced
43 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL	£236,000	13/07/2023	Terraced
77 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LB	£216,000	05/05/2023	Terraced
26 COOMBE DRIVE, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3DA	£315,000	16/03/2023	Terraced
34 HARKNESS COURT, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LE	£255,000	22/12/2022	Terraced
Same street 13 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£225,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 11 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£225,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 9 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£225,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
Same street 31 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£220,000	15/12/2022	Terraced
195 SHORTLANDS ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3JX	£232,000	02/12/2022	Terraced
41A COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL	£245,000	25/11/2022	Terraced
27 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AF	£218,500	02/11/2022	Terraced
Same street 5 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£220,000	27/09/2022	Detached
25 HOMEVIEW, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3NE	£207,500	13/09/2022	Terraced
25 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL	£200,000	09/09/2022	Terraced
96 SHORTLANDS ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3JU	£230,000	30/08/2022	Terraced
24 HAROLD ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AJ	£240,000	12/08/2022	Terraced
52 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AQ	£230,000	27/07/2022	Terraced
41 COWPER ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AL	£260,000	15/07/2022	Terraced
21 GREENWAYS, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4UE	£260,500	23/06/2022	Terraced
17 HOMEVIEW, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3NE	£220,000	17/06/2022	Terraced
5 TERRACE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 4SF	£282,000	10/06/2022	Terraced
70 GOODNESTONE ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3AQ	£225,000	01/06/2022	Terraced
Same street 3 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£25,000	20/10/2021	Other
Same street 1 FLAT 1 MURSTON ROAD, SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT, ME10 3LA	£20,000	20/10/2021	Other

Street average: £165,714 (7 sales)

Area average: £238,000 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 9.3%

10y growth 33.4%

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

1y (index) 2%

5y (index) 11.6%

10y (index) 37%

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 Medway & Swale: £848/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View ME10 3LA

Address

Thomas Road

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Murston Road Prince of Wales	0.1 miles
Bus stop	The New Inn	0.1 miles
Shop	Chris's Convenience Store	0.1 miles
Shop	St John's Mini Market	0.2 miles
Train station	Sittingbourne	0.8 miles
Train station	Sittingbourne Viaduct	0.9 miles
University	Canterbury Christ Church University	5.8 miles
University	UCA Maidstone Studios	9.7 miles
Hospital	The Somerfield Hospital	11.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Anti-social behaviour	92
Shoplifting	75
Violence and sexual offences	64
Criminal damage and arson	20
Public order	15
Other theft	11
Vehicle crime	11
Drugs	8
Other crime	7
Burglary	4
Bicycle theft	3
Possession of weapons	3
Robbery	3
Theft from the person	2
Total incidents	318

Within 1 mile during May 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
Canterbury Road Primary School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 7 Feb 2019
VTC Independent School	Other	0.3 miles	Good — 18 Jan 2024
Meadowfield School	Other	0.4 miles	Outstanding — 5 Dec 2014
Sunny Bank Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 16 Sep 2024
Lansdowne Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 8 Feb 2023

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
2 Bed Terraced House, Lime Grove, ME10	£1,200/mo	2	0.4 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, London Road, ME10	£1,250/mo	2	1.13 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed End Terrace, St Pauls St, ME10	£1,250/mo	2	1.13 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, London Road, ME10	£1,250/mo	2	1.14 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,238/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.63%

Max investor price (0.8%) £156,250

Target investor price (1%) £125,000

Gross yield 7.5%

Cost-to-rent ratio 13.3×

Monthly cashflow £312/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 6.5%

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).