Athelstan Road, Dorchester, DT1 1FD
Listed 27 Aug 2026 · price reduced 15 Oct 2026 · Dorchester
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About this home
OFFERED WITH NO FORWARD CHAIN and located within a conservation area, this well-presented ground-floor apartment forms part of an excellent conversion of the former farm buildings. The property offers well-proportioned, dual aspect accommodation comprising a sitting/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, family bathroom and en-suite facilities to the principal bedroom. Externally, the property benefits from the exclusive right to use two allocated parking spaces, one of which is a carport. EPC Rating C.
Situation - The property is situated in Fordington, an attractive and much sought after residential area conveniently located for access to the town centre with its shops, eateries and supermarkets. Dorchester South and Dorchester West train stations are located in the town and provide mainline train services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads. The County Town provides a number of highly regarded schools and is in the school catchment area, and within walking distance, of Manor Park First school and St. Osmund's Middle school. Being in close proximity to rural footpaths, there are outstanding walking and riding opportunities across the surrounding countryside and along the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline.
Accommodation - Fordington Dairy is accessed via automatic gates, with entrance to the apartment through a communal hallway leading to the apartment’s front door. The front door opens into a hallway providing access to all rooms. The apartment is presented to a high standard throughout, with a useful storage cupboard / airing cupboard housing the boiler located in the hallway. Neutral décor and wood-effect laminate flooring flow throughout the space and continue into the sitting/dining room.
Sitting/Dining Room - The stylish sitting/dining room boasts generous proportions, with dual-aspect windows flooding the space with natural light. The room is finished in neutral décor, complemented by attractive panelling that creates a striking feature wall. Wood-effect laminate flooring completes the space.
Kitchen - The modern kitchen benefits from dual-aspect windows and is fitted with a range of wall and base units, providing ample storage. Integrated appliances include a double oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor fan over, while space is provided for a washing machine and dishwasher. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and vinyl flooring.
Bedrooms - The home boasts two good sized double bedrooms, with bedroom two offering views over the quadrangle of Fordington Dairy. Bedroom one benefits from en-suite facilities comprising a shower, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity unit under.
Shower Room - The family bathroom is tastefully fitted with a white suite comprising a large step-in shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity storage. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and a fully tiled floor.
Externally - The properybenefits from an exclusive right to use two allocated parking spaces with one being a useful carport.
Agents Notes - Please note that there is planning for four sites currently being built by CG Fry in the local area: Ref P/FUL/2021/02623
Please note there is an annual service charge of £1,938.14 per annum and a £40 monthly communal service charge.
There is a lease of 999 years from 1 January 2000.
Templehill have confirmed pets are by approval.
Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating
Local Authorities - Dorset Council County Hall Colliton Park Dorchester Dorset DT1 1XJ
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Council tax band C.
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Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 973 years left
- Ground rent
- £40 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £1,938.14 per year
- Parking
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Dorchester South Station0.4 mi
- Dorchester West Station0.7 mi
- Upwey Station4.6 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in DT1 over the last 12 months: flat £178k · terraced £300k · detached £530k · semi-detached £360k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Fordington Dairy Dorchester DT1 1FD | Terraced Freehold | 21 Nov 2025 | £315,000 |
| 8 Fordington Dairy Dorchester DT1 1FD | Terraced Freehold | 20 Oct 2025 | £287,000 |
| The Dairy House, 6, Fordington Dairy Dorchester DT1 1FD | Terraced Freehold | 19 Sept 2025 | £305,100 |
| 17 Fordington Dairy Dorchester DT1 1FD | Terraced Freehold | 16 Aug 2024 | £381,000 |
| 25 Fordington Dairy Dorchester DT1 1FD | Terraced Freehold | 15 Jan 2024 | £365,000 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Parkers Property Consultants And Valuers, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 27 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 15/10/2026.
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