FLAT 2
12 EARLS AVENUE, FOLKESTONE, KENT CT20 2HW
£169,950
Property details
Floor area
120 m²
Last sold
£280,000 Jan 2025
Local average
£221,286 (-23.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (10,112 of 33,755)
Street crime
358 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- Refurbished Spacious 1st Floor Flat
- Close to The Leas Promenade
- Modern Contemporary Kitchen
- White Bathroom and Separate W.C.
- Level Walk to Station & Shops
- 2 Bedrooms
- Many Splendid Period Features
- Gas Central Heating and Modern Boiler
- Entry Phone System
- No Chain
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
At ground floor level in the main communal entrance hallway a few steps lead up to the front door opening into:
ENTRANCE STAIRCASE
A flight of stairs within the flat leads up to first floor level with leaded light part stained glass window to the side.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY 22' 8 x 0' 0 (6.91m x 0.00m)
Approx 22' 8 long with a dado rail, central heating radiator, entry phone system and doorways leading to the Living Room, Bedrooms 1 and 2, the Kitchen, Bathroom and Separate W.C. and with three further doorways giving access to three large deep built-in storage cupboards to one side of the entrance hallway area.
LIVING ROOM 23' 9 x 17' 4 (7.24m x 5.28m)
Approx. 23' 9 into bay x 17' 4 into chimney breast recesses (7.24m x 5.28m) Three sided sash bay window to the front with views of Earls Avenue, feature fireplace surround to chimney breast (not in use) two central heating radiators, ornate cornicing to ceiling, picture rail.
KITCHEN 9' 9 x 7' 1 (2.97m x 2.16m)
Approx. 9' 9 x 7' 1 (2.97m x 2.16m) Sash window to the rear. The kitchen has recently been refitted with modern contemporary style gloss cream fronted wall and base cabinets, with roll edge work surfaces and inset electric hob with electric oven under and chimney style extractor canopy over. Inset stainless steel sink/drainer with plumbing and space under for automatic washing machine and space for a small table to one corner of the room. Wall mounted gas fired central heating and hot water boiler.
BEDROOM 1 24' 1 x 17' 4 (7.34m x 5.28m)
Approx. 24' 1 into bay x 17' 4 into chimney breast recesses (7.34m x 5.28m) Three sided square sash bay window to the rear with views over the garden area, four central heating radiators, feature fireplace surround to chimney breast with cast iron insert and grate (Not in use) two fitted storage cupboards to the chimney breast recesses, picture rail, ornate cornicing to ceiling.
BEDROOM 2 12' 5 x 7' 11 (3.78m x 2.41m)
Approx. 12' 5 x 7' 11 (3.78m x 2.41m) Sash window to the front, central heating radiator, picture rail, ornate cornicing to ceiling.
BATHROOM / W.C.
Obscured sash window to the side fitted with newly installed white suite including white metal enamel panelled bath, pedestal wash basin with white localised ceramic tiling to the bath and basin area, central heating radiator.
SEPARATE W.C.
Obscured sash window to the rear fitted with a white close coupled W.C. suite.
OUTSIDE
We have not seen the deeds to the property and prospective buyers are therefore advised to verify boundaries through their legal advisors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Prospective buyers are advised to verify details of the Lease and Service Charge accounts through their legal advisors.
LENGTH OF LEASE
Our client has advised us that a new 125 year lease will be created for this property.
GROUND RENT
We have been advised by our client that the Ground Rent will be set at £200 per annum.
MAINTENANCE
We are awaiting confirmation of the Maintenance Charges from our Client.
COUNCIL TAX
We have been advised by our client that the council tax band is B. This is current as at 22nd September 2010 but we would ask you to consider that Council Tax Bandings may be subject to change by the Listing Officer. For further details, please contact Shepway District Council on 01303 850388.
AGENTS NOTE
In accordance with Kent HIP Company who inspected, measured and carried out the Energy Performance Certificate for this property on the 24th September 2010, we understand that the approximate square meteridge is 112m�.
Listed by
Folkestone
Fell Reynolds
Reference: 27914701
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 03/01/2025 (1 year ago) | £280,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRINITY VIEW HOUSE, 24 - 26 FLAT 6 EARLS AVENUE, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2UF | £260,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| 154 FLAT 3 SANDGATE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2HU | £275,000 | 18/12/2025 | Flat |
| GARDEN HOUSE COURT, 142 FLAT 42 SANDGATE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2FF | £110,000 | 18/12/2025 | Flat |
| THE GRAND ETON SUITE THE LEAS, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2LR | £392,500 | 08/12/2025 | Flat |
| 67 BASEMENT BOUVERIE ROAD WEST, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2RL | £285,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| 7 FLAT A CLIFTON CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2EL | £330,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| 7 FLAT 6 TRINITY CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2ES | £210,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| 7 FLAT 5 TRINITY CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2ES | £190,000 | 14/11/2025 | Flat |
| TRINITY COURT 5-7 FLAT 7 TRINITY GARDENS, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2RP | £230,000 | 25/09/2025 | Flat |
| WESTMOORE HOUSE, 50 FLAT 4 BOUVERIE ROAD WEST, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2RL | £280,000 | 08/08/2025 | Flat |
| THE GRAND ELHAM SUITE THE LEAS, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2LR | £305,000 | 28/07/2025 | Flat |
| GARDEN HOUSE COURT, 142 FLAT 16 SANDGATE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2FF | £108,500 | 25/07/2025 | Flat |
| GARDEN HOUSE COURT, 142 FLAT 18 SANDGATE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2FF | £95,000 | 26/06/2025 | Flat |
| 3 FLAT 5 CLIFTON ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2EH | £310,000 | 18/12/2024 | Flat |
| 23 - 25 FLAT 13 EARLS AVENUE, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2HF | £170,000 | 23/08/2024 | Flat |
| 60 FLAT 1 BOUVERIE ROAD WEST, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2RL | £231,000 | 12/12/2023 | Flat |
| 4 FLAT 4 CLIFTON CRESCENT, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2EW | £285,000 | 01/12/2023 | Flat |
| TRINITY VIEW HOUSE, 24 - 26 FLAT 10 EARLS AVENUE, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2UF | £270,000 | 29/11/2023 | Flat |
| 17 FLAT 3 TRINITY GARDENS, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2RP | £310,000 | 17/11/2023 | Flat |
| 154 FLAT 2 SANDGATE ROAD, FOLKESTONE, FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT, CT20 2HU | £230,000 | 03/11/2023 | Flat |
Area average: £243,850 (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): Folkestone and Hythe. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Folkestone and Hythe. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Folkestone and Hythe.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Dover-Shepway: £693/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Trinity Gardens | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | The Metropole | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Plain Road Garage | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Hearbase | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Folkestone Central | 0.5 miles |
| Hospital | Kent Community Health | 0.7 miles |
| Hospital | Royal Victoria Hospital and Folkestone Minor Injury Unit | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Folkestone West | 0.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 115 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 63 |
| Shoplifting | 49 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 35 |
| Drugs | 22 |
| Public order | 20 |
| Other theft | 18 |
| Vehicle crime | 18 |
| Burglary | 8 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 358 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| School of English Studies | Other | 0.3 miles | — (No rating) |
| Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) | Other | 0.4 miles | Good — 14 Jan 2020 |
| Folkestone Beacon Plus | Other | 0.6 miles | — (No rating) |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park | Other | 0.6 miles | Good — 14 Dec 2022 |
| Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 22 Jan 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 Flat, Sandgate Road, CT20 | £1,300/mo | 2 | 0.11 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Aston Court, CT20 | £1,400/mo | 2 | 0.13 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, The Lleas, CT20 | £2,300/mo | 2 | 0.13 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Clifton Gardens, CT20 | £2,200/mo | 2 | 0.14 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Maisonette, Cheriton Place, CT20 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.47 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Chambers House, CT20 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.48 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Varne Lodge, CT20 | £1,500/mo | 2 | 0.66 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Cherry Garden Avenue, CT19 | £1,200/mo | 2 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Sandgate, CT20 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.9 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Charlotte Street, CT20 | £1,400/mo | 2 | 0.92 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £1,445/mo (10 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).