Sold STC Semi-detached

162 MINSTER ROAD

SHEERNESS, MINSTER ON SEA, KENT ME12 3LJ

3 beds 1 baths 904 sq ft Listed 9 May 2024 (-803d)

£260,000

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (ME12 3LJ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 162 MINSTER ROAD, SHEERNESS, MINSTER ON SEA, KENT ME12 3LJ |
| Price | £260,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 84 m² |
| Last sold | £258,000 Oct 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 04/03/2025 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting)
- **Current heating cost:** £731/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,790

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£65)
- 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/8575-6627-6020-7715-0906)

## Description

Price Range £260,000 - £270,000

Welcome to this charming extended three-bedroom semi-detached house nestled in a convenient location. As you approach the property, you'll notice the generous frontage, possibly consider adding a driveway if desired, yet positioned directly at the rear of this home is its own garage accessible through the garden. This versatile space offers endless possibilities, whether you envision it as a traditional garage, a cosy man-cave retreat, a home office for remote work, or even a workshop for your creative projects.

Stepping inside, there is a spacious kitchen, ideal for culinary enthusiasts eager to craft delicious meals for their family and friends. The living area boasts generous dimensions, thanks to the thoughtful extension at the rear, providing ample room for comfortable sofas and a dining area where cherished memories can be shared over meals.

Ascending to the upper level, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms awaiting you. The bathroom has been tastefully transformed into a shower room by the current owners, offering modern convenience, though the option to reinstall a bath remains available to suit your preferences.

Beyond the confines of this lovely abode, convenience abounds. Nearby, you'll find both primary and secondary schools, ensuring educational needs are met for growing families. Local shops provide easy access to everyday essentials, simplifying errands and enhancing daily living. Additionally, the close proximity of the A249 ensures swift connections to the M2 and M20 motorways, catering perfectly to commuters seeking efficient travel routes.

Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful property your new home, where comfort, convenience, and modern living converge seamlessly.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/147791033/1303312) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/147791033/1303313) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #15854603
- **Address:** 162 Minster Road, Minster on Sea, ME12 3LJ
- **Certificate Issued:** 16/07/2023
- **Work Completed:** 02/05/2023
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 162 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LJ | £258,000 | 04/10/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 162 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LJ | £130,000 | 01/10/2010 | Semi-detached |
| 162 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LJ | £60,000 | 19/12/1997 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 23 COMMODORES CLOSE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3UU | £340,000 | 28/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 104 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2SR | £275,000 | 03/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 1 MARR CLOSE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2RQ | £300,000 | 24/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 215 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LH | £300,000 | 24/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 57 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LG | £290,000 | 24/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 6 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN | £350,000 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 20 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN | £285,000 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 49A PARSONAGE CHASE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JX | £445,000 | 25/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 39 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2TB | £310,000 | 25/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| LABURNUM VILLA PARSONAGE CHASE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JX | £278,000 | 27/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN | £326,000 | 27/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 13 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN | £315,000 | 24/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 216 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL | £365,000 | 18/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 59 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2TB | £287,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 33 SUMMERVILLE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LB | £305,000 | 08/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 226 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL | £350,000 | 03/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 29 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LF | £280,000 | 24/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 51 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LG | £260,000 | 23/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 1 SANDERS COURT, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JA | £200,000 | 10/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 224 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL | £343,500 | 03/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Area average:** £310,225 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £269,012 (62 Semi-detached, ME12, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -3.4%

## 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 Chelmsford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,197/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.42% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £136,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £109,100

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,095/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -0.7%
- **10y growth:** 31%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Swale; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 13.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 38.7%

## 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

84 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£258,000 Oct 2024

Price per m²

£3,095/m²

Local average

£269,012 (-3.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (16,894 of 33,755)

Street crime

108 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Extended three bedroom semi-detached house
Garage with direct access via rear garden
Spacious Lounge/Diner
Tasteful Shower room
Modern Kitchen/Diner
Close to shops, schools and transport links

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

Price Range £260,000 - £270,000

Welcome to this charming extended three-bedroom semi-detached house nestled in a convenient location. As you approach the property, you'll notice the generous frontage, possibly consider adding a driveway if desired, yet positioned directly at the rear of this home is its own garage accessible through the garden. This versatile space offers endless possibilities, whether you envision it as a traditional garage, a cosy man-cave retreat, a home office for remote work, or even a workshop for your creative projects.

Stepping inside, there is a spacious kitchen, ideal for culinary enthusiasts eager to craft delicious meals for their family and friends. The living area boasts generous dimensions, thanks to the thoughtful extension at the rear, providing ample room for comfortable sofas and a dining area where cherished memories can be shared over meals.

Ascending to the upper level, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms awaiting you. The bathroom has been tastefully transformed into a shower room by the current owners, offering modern convenience, though the option to reinstall a bath remains available to suit your preferences.

Beyond the confines of this lovely abode, convenience abounds. Nearby, you'll find both primary and secondary schools, ensuring educational needs are met for growing families. Local shops provide easy access to everyday essentials, simplifying errands and enhancing daily living. Additionally, the close proximity of the A249 ensures swift connections to the M2 and M20 motorways, catering perfectly to commuters seeking efficient travel routes.

Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful property your new home, where comfort, convenience, and modern living converge seamlessly.

Listed by

Sheerness

Spicerhaart

Reference: 147791033

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

This certificate expired on 04/03/2025. A new EPC may be required before the property can be marketed or let.

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 05/03/2015

Expiry date: 04/03/2025 (expired)

Current heating cost: £731/year

Potential heating cost: £458/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,790

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

Recommendations

Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£65)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #15854603 Recent

Property Details

Street: 162 Minster Road

Town: Minster on Sea

Postcode: ME12 3LJ

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 16/07/2023

Work Completed: 02/05/2023

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

330% since 1997

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	04/10/2024 (1 year ago)	£258,000	+98.5%
Sold	01/10/2010 (15 years ago)	£130,000	+116.7%
Sold	19/12/1997 (28 years ago)	£60,000	—

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
23 COMMODORES CLOSE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3UU	£340,000	28/11/2025	Semi-detached
104 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2SR	£275,000	03/07/2025	Semi-detached
1 MARR CLOSE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2RQ	£300,000	24/01/2025	Semi-detached
215 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LH	£300,000	24/01/2025	Semi-detached
57 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LG	£290,000	24/01/2025	Semi-detached
6 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN	£350,000	01/12/2023	Semi-detached
20 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN	£285,000	30/11/2022	Semi-detached
49A PARSONAGE CHASE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JX	£445,000	25/11/2022	Semi-detached
39 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2TB	£310,000	25/11/2022	Semi-detached
LABURNUM VILLA PARSONAGE CHASE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JX	£278,000	27/09/2022	Semi-detached
8 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN	£326,000	27/09/2022	Semi-detached
13 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2EN	£315,000	24/08/2022	Semi-detached
216 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL	£365,000	18/08/2022	Semi-detached
59 APPLEFORD DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 2TB	£287,000	11/03/2022	Semi-detached
33 SUMMERVILLE AVENUE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LB	£305,000	08/02/2022	Semi-detached
226 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL	£350,000	03/12/2021	Semi-detached
29 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LF	£280,000	24/09/2021	Semi-detached
51 DARLINGTON DRIVE, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LG	£260,000	23/09/2021	Semi-detached
1 SANDERS COURT, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3JA	£200,000	10/08/2021	Semi-detached
224 MINSTER ROAD, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, SWALE, KENT, ME12 3LL	£343,500	03/08/2021	Semi-detached

Area average: £310,225 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -0.7%

10y growth 31%

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

1y (index) 2.9%

5y (index) 13.6%

10y (index) 38.7%

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 Chelmsford: £1,197/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Scrapsgate Road	0.1 miles
Shop	Halfway Tanning	0.4 miles
Shop	Londis	0.5 miles
Train station	Unknown	1.2 miles
Train station	Queenborough	1.7 miles
University	University of Essex	8.7 miles
Hospital	Wellesley Hospital	9.6 miles
Hospital	Southend University Hospital	10.2 miles
University	Unknown	10.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	38
Anti-social behaviour	33
Criminal damage and arson	13
Other theft	7
Vehicle crime	4
Burglary	3
Possession of weapons	3
Shoplifting	3
Public order	2
Other crime	1
Robbery	1
Total incidents	108

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
Leigh Academy Minster	Secondary	0.2 miles	— (No rating)
The Elmley Dray School	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 13 Jan 2020
Halfway Houses Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 21 May 2015
Thistle Hill Academy	Primary	0.7 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Minster in Sheppey Primary School	Primary	0.9 miles	Good — 22 May 2022

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.42%

Max investor price (0.8%) £136,375

Target investor price (1%) £109,100

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).