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For sale
£550,000

Cornwall Road, Dorchester, DT1 1RT

4bedrooms
4bathrooms
Terracedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 5 Oct 2026 · Dorchester

How the price compares

This home£550,000
Median 4 bed in DT1£595k27 homes listed · £471 per sq ft
Difference-8%below the area median

About this home

A substantial Victorian house situated in central Dorchester within a designated Conservation Area, offering a distinctive period property with excellent town-centre accessibility. The property has been arranged to provide four self-contained apartments, extending across basement, ground, first and top-floor levels. The accommodation offers a mixture of open-plan living spaces, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, with the basement apartment also benefiting from direct access to the rear garden. Externally, there is a rear lawned garden with off-road parking. The combination of its attractive Victorian character, central location and four-apartment layout makes this a versatile property with clear income-producing potential.

Situation - Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, is a vibrant historic market town that blends rich heritage with modern amenities. Known for its Roman origins and literary links to Thomas Hardy, the town, and the fabulous Brewery Square. Dorchester benefits from excellent travel links, with two railway stations providing direct services to London Waterloo, Bristol, and Weymouth, as well as good road connections via the A35 and A37. The surrounding areas include picturesque villages, rolling countryside, and the nearby Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering stunning coastal walks and beaches. Residents and visitors also enjoy access to leisure centres, schools, parks, and weekly markets, making Dorchester and its surroundings an attractive place to live and explore.

Description - Flat 1 – Basement: Private entrance via steps and porch. Open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge, kitchen currently being replaced, electric storage heaters, double bedroom with access to the garden, and family bathroom with bath and overhead shower.

Flat 2 – Ground Floor: Bright open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge with fitted units and integrated electric oven/hob, airing cupboard, double bedroom and family bathroom with bath and overhead shower.

Flat 3 – First Floor: Living room with two front-facing windows and feature brick wall, fitted kitchen with integrated oven and hob, double bedroom, airing cupboard and family bathroom.

Flat 4 – Top Floor: Open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge with modern fitted kitchen, integrated appliances and skylight, double bedroom and bathroom.

Externally, the property benefits from a rear lawned garden and off-road parking, adding further appeal to the four-apartment configuration.

Agents Notes - Please note the property is unregistered.

Flood Risk - Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.

Broadband And Mobile Service - At the time of the listing, standard, superfast and ultrafast broadband is available.

Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider.

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Local Authorities - Dorset Council County Hall Colliton Park Dorchester DT1 1XJ

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Council tax band A.

Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Electric storage heaters.

Stamp Duty - Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.

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Property details

Property type
Terraced
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Dorchester West Station0.1 mi
  • Dorchester South Station0.3 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.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
5 Cornwall Road
Dorchester DT1 1RT
Terraced
Freehold
27 Oct 2025£725,000
29 Cornwall Road
Dorchester DT1 1RY
Terraced
Freehold
7 Feb 2025£465,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DT1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£2,751£55,000 deposit · £495,000 loan
Stamp Duty£17,500England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Parkers Property Consultants And Valuers, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 5 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 05/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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