# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (ME17 3XE) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 10 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT ME17 3XE | | Price | £500,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Floor area | 118 m² | | Last sold | £507,000 Aug 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** A - **Expiry date:** 20/04/2032 - **Current heating cost:** £288/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0090-3189-9549-2422-9451) ## Description **** **** Less than 12 months old! New to the market is this "Marlow" style four bedroom, two bathroom detached home in the heart of Moncheslea Park Development, move in ready, this stunning home is the epiphany of modern day living! Immediately on entry, "The Marlow" soons gives a warm welcome and will leave all the right lasting impressions. The spacious open plan kitchen/diner is the hub of the home and offers a fantastic space for those that like to entertain and host, with a separate utility and ground floor w/c conveniently located. The kitchen offers an array of integrated appliances finished in a sleek and stylish standard. If that wasn't enough the cosy lounge offers a fantastic space to relax and unwind. The accommodation continues upstairs with four double bedrooms, with a volume of space nobody has to compromise on space. The principle bedroom is great in size but also offers its own contemporary en-suite shower finished to a beautiful specification. The three other double bedrooms have use of the modern family bathroom which makes use of a stunning three piece suite. Externally the property offers a tranquil, low maintenance rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a patio area for those that appreciate al-fresco dining. Towards the front of the property not only will you find curb appeal but a sizeable drive and garage that offers integral access. Monchelsea Park is a highly desirable new development situated on the outskirts of Maidstone city centre offering luxury living for the modern family. Located within close proximity to Maidstone East and West stations and with an array of outstanding schools in the vicinity. Access to the M20 and M2 is just a short drive making this location very accessible to London, Ashford and the Coast. FREEHOLD MAIDSTONE COUNCIL TAX COUNCIL TAX BAND F 10 YEARS NHBC LESS THAN 12 MONTHS OLD SERVICE CHARGE OF £328.00 PER ANNUM   ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227552) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227553) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227554) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227555) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227556) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227557) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227558) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227559) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227560) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227561) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227562) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/133090232/227563) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/133090232/227564) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/133090232/227565) - Floorplan 2 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/133090232/227566) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 10 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £507,000 | 09/08/2023 | Detached | | 10 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £484,995 | 07/06/2022 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 17 DAWE GARDENS, OTHAM, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8YP | £639,000 | 24/11/2023 | Detached | | 3 HOOK WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3FW | £385,000 | 30/10/2023 | Detached | | 15 DAWE GARDENS, OTHAM, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8YP | £607,500 | 13/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 26 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £534,995 | 25/08/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 24 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £509,995 | 26/05/2023 | Detached | | 21 LAMBERT DRIVE, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8WN | £540,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 28 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £509,995 | 31/03/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 32 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £414,995 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 30 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £434,995 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 22 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £495,995 | 10/03/2023 | Detached | | 16 LAMBERT DRIVE, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8WN | £525,000 | 03/03/2023 | Detached | | 12 COBNUT AVENUE, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8WH | £486,000 | 02/12/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 25 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £444,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 23 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £469,995 | 14/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 21 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £399,995 | 21/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 19 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £399,995 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 17 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £464,995 | 30/09/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 15 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £454,995 | 23/09/2022 | Detached | | 2 MALLET AVENUE, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME15 8GT | £373,000 | 08/08/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 20 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £444,995 | 24/06/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 18 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £489,995 | 15/06/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 14 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £394,995 | 15/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 11 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £494,995 | 13/06/2022 | Detached | | 16 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £444,995 | 10/06/2022 | Detached | | 8 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £434,995 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | 13 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £454,995 | 13/05/2022 | Detached | | 9 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £480,995 | 06/05/2022 | Detached | | 7 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £469,995 | 22/04/2022 | Detached | | 1 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £404,995 | 17/12/2021 | Detached | | 2 IRWELL ROAD, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3XE | £404,995 | 06/12/2021 | Detached | | 25 BROADCLOUGH WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3UX | £414,995 | 03/12/2021 | Detached | | 2 BROADCLOUGH WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3UX | £444,995 | 03/12/2021 | Detached | | 27 BROADCLOUGH WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3UX | £434,995 | 03/12/2021 | Detached | | 23 BROADCLOUGH WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3UX | £434,995 | 12/11/2021 | Detached | | 17 BROADCLOUGH WAY, MAIDSTONE, KENT, ME17 3UX | £414,995 | 22/10/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £457,728 (15 sales) **Area average:** £464,572 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £595,358 (44 Detached, ME17, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -16% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Maidstone). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,157/mo - **Realistic:** £1,286/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,415/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Maidstone (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,546/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Terraced House, Plumpton Walk, ME15 | £1,450/mo | 4 | 0.43 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.29% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £181,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £145,000 *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 £1,450/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3.5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 28.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-689/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -5.7% *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:** £4,237/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 3.9% - **10y growth:** 35% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Maidstone; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3% - **5y growth (index):** 19.6% - **10y growth (index):** 28.1% ## 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)