Let House

1 GUILDFORD ROAD

CANTERBURY, KENT CT1 3QD

4 beds 2 baths 936 sq ft Listed 27 Jan 2026 (-131d)

£550 pcm

Reduced on 26 Jan 2026

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Property details

Floor area

87 m²

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£290,000 Apr 2025

Price per m²

£6/m²

Local average

£347,417 (-99.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (14,163 of 33,755)

Street crime

495 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
On street
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

Nestled on Guildford Road in the charming city of Canterbury, this delightful four-bedroom shared house presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking to live with other professionals.

This house is particularly suited for individuals looking for a double bedroom available for single occupancy, adhering to HMO regulations. With a bathrooms conveniently located on each floor, residents will enjoy the ease of access and privacy. The shared fully equipped kitchen is ideal for preparing meals, while the inviting sitting room offers a warm space to unwind after a long day.

Outside, the communal garden provides a lovely area for residents to enjoy the fresh air and perhaps indulge in some gardening. Additionally, on-street parking is available, making it convenient for those with vehicles.

This property is not only a comfortable home but also a gateway to the rich history and culture of Canterbury, with its stunning architecture and vibrant local amenities. Whether you are a professional or a student, this house offers a welcoming environment in a prime location. Do not miss the chance to make this charming property your new home.

Rent to include Gas, Electric, Water, Council Tax and Broad Band

Single occupancy only
Deposit 634.61
Rent £550 This can be paid anytime until your tenancy begins (EXCLUDING Holding Deposit)
No pets
Available from 30th January 2026
Furnished
On street parking

Please refer to the fee`s tab on our website ( for all information on fee`s and deposit options

Listed by

Chartham Hatch

Sally Hatcher Estates Limited

Reference: 171474914

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 30/08/2019

Current heating cost: £809/year

Potential heating cost: £432/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,500

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • 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

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EPC Graphs

EE Rating

EE Rating

Price history

66% since 2007

Event Date Price % change
Sold 23/04/2025 (1 year ago) £290,000 +65.7%
Sold 20/07/2007 (18 years ago) £175,000

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
Same street 38 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £300,000 05/05/2023 Terraced
Same street 44 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £350,000 13/04/2023 Detached
Same street 39 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £245,000 21/03/2023 Terraced
Same street 13 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £330,000 09/09/2022 Terraced
Same street 25 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £355,000 22/04/2022 Terraced
Same street 18 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £244,000 22/06/2021 Terraced
Same street 2 GUILDFORD ROAD, CANTERBURY, KENT, CT1 3QD £335,000 18/06/2021 Detached

Street average: £308,429 (7 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 34.6%
10y growth -18.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Canterbury. Series: All dwelling types. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -0.1%
5y (index) 8.7%
10y (index) 28.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Canterbury. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,141/mo
Realistic £1,268/mo
Optimistic £1,395/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Canterbury.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Canterbury: £1,311/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop York Road 0.2 miles
Train station Canterbury East 0.2 miles
Shop Bee Pee Hair Boutique 0.2 miles
Shop Kiki Grocery Store 0.2 miles
University University of the Creative Arts 0.6 miles
Train station Canterbury West 0.9 miles
University Kent Students' Union Advice Service 1.7 miles
Hospital Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital 7.3 miles
Hospital WIlliam Harvey Hospital 11.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 141
Anti-social behaviour 110
Shoplifting 85
Criminal damage and arson 44
Other theft 29
Drugs 28
Public order 20
Other crime 9
Robbery 9
Burglary 8
Possession of weapons 6
Vehicle crime 5
Bicycle theft 1
Total incidents 495

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
Wincheap Foundation Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 18 Jun 2012
The Orchard School Other 0.2 miles Good — 20 Sep 2016
St Nicholas' School Other 0.3 miles Good — 24 Apr 2014
Haven Nook Other 0.4 miles Good — 28 Sep 2023
St Peter's Methodist Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 5 May 2015

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 Semi-Detached House, Elgar Bretts Court, CT1 £2,150/mo 4 0.12 miles OpenRent
4 Bed Terraced House, Canterbury, CT1 £2,850/mo 4 0.47 miles OpenRent
4 Bed Terraced House, Dover Street, CT1 £1,650/mo 4 0.55 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £2,217/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 390.91%
Max investor price (0.8%) £268,750
Target investor price (1%) £215,000
Gross yield 4690.9%
Monthly cashflow £1,908/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 14353.6%
  • 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).
  • 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).