# 2 bedroom house for sale (TN23 7SP) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 266 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT TN23 7SP | | Price | £220,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £217,500 May 2024 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 31/07/2027 - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £13,500 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£5,000 - £8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0555-2899-6581-9703-2171) ## Description GUIDE PRICE £220,000-£240,000 Presenting this promising end of terrace property. Offering an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or families, this residence is perfectly positioned to take advantage of convenient public transport links, highly regarded nearby schools, and a host of local amenities. The property has real opportunity to create it to your own personalisation, allowing prospective buyers the chance to put their stamp and add value. Inside, the home offers three well-proportioned reception rooms, with the first benefitting from large windows, providing ample natural light and a welcoming atmosphere. The second reception room is distinguished by attractive wood floors and direct views over the garden, creating a versatile space for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen boasts stylish marble countertops and is complemented by the practicality of a utility room, providing both functionality and potential for reconfiguration. Accommodation includes two generous double bedrooms, offering comfortable living for occupants. The main bathroom features a characterful free-standing bath, promising a touch of classic elegance. To the rear, the property benefits from a private garden—ideal for children, pets, or outdoor entertaining—with the potential to create a tranquil outdoor retreat. This property presents an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking a home to transform according to their own tastes and requirements. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the scope and potential of this well-located Ashford property. For more details or to arrange a viewing, please contact our office. **IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:** We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 266 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £217,500 | 23/05/2024 | Terraced | | 266 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £51,320 | 20/08/1999 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 296 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £254,000 | 06/09/2024 | Terraced | | [Same street] 292 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £222,000 | 11/07/2024 | Terraced | | [Same street] 252 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £208,000 | 09/08/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 300 BEAVER ROAD, ASHFORD, KENT, TN23 7SP | £182,500 | 01/10/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £216,625 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £1,910,357 (7 Other, TN23, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -88.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Ashford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,120/mo - **Realistic:** £1,244/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,368/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Chelmsford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/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 Flat, Godfrey Walk, TN23 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,100/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £137,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £110,000 *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 £1,100/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £99/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.9% *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:** £2,558/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 196.4% - **10y growth:** 16.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Ashford; All dwelling types series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.8% - **5y growth (index):** 14.1% - **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)