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For saleReduced 7 Oct 2026
£250,000Offers over

Eastry Place, New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3AT

1bedroom
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 20 May 2026 · price reduced 7 Oct 2026 · Canterbury

How the price compares

This home£250,000
Median 1 bed in CT1£140k37 homes listed · £282 per sq ft
Difference+79%above the area median

Key features

  • One bedroom second floor apartment
  • Modern, open plan living
  • Dual-aspect windows in both Lounge and Bedroom
  • Spacious double bedroom with built in wardrobe
  • Retirement Living PLUS - exclusive for the over 70s
  • Tailored domestic support and personal care available should you need it
  • On-site chef-run bistro with changing seasonal menus
  • Staff on-call 24/7 and dedicated Estate Manager to handle day-to-day running of the community
  • Located near the historic Canterbury Cathedral
  • Bus stop outside the development with regular buses into town

About this home

A SUPERB and MODERN one double bedroom SOUTH & WEST FACING apartment, situated on the SECOND FLOOR of Eastry Place, a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living PLUS development. The apartment features a spacious, modern lounge and bedroom, both benefiting from dual-aspect windows that provide an abundance of natural light. The property also includes a separate kitchen and car parking space.

The EXCELLENT COMMUNAL FACILITIES include; an ON-SITE BISTRO serving fresh meals daily, a HOMEOWNERS LOUNGE where social events take place, LIFT access to all floors, 24 hour staffing and careline system for PEACE-OF-MIND, a SALON, a GUEST SUITE for visiting family and friends, LOVELY LANDSCAPED GARDENS, and more!

*Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available*

Development Overview - Completed in 2022, Eastry Place is one of McCarthy Stone’s latest Retirement Living PLUS developments, exclusive for the over 70s.

Boasting a mix of 50, one- and two-bedroom properties, this development is located on the outskirts of the city with superb shopping amenities and the local doctors surgery only a short walk away. Bus stops are located directly outside the property offering regular services to the historic city centre and excellent local and national transport links.

The superb communal facilities include; a subsidised on-site chef-run bistro with changing seasonal menus, a communal lounge with free Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and visual system where social events take place and lovely landscaped gardens.

There is a well equipped laundry room, a salon, and a mobility scooter storage & charging room. If your family or friends wish to stay, there is a beautiful guest suite which can be booked (fees apply). For peace-of-mind, there are staff on-call 24/7 and a dedicated Estate Manager who handles the day-to-day running of the community. In addition, there is a 24/7 call system and camera entry system, as well as lift access to all floors. One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge at Eastry Place, with additional services including care and support available at an extra charge. This can be from as little as 15 minutes per session, which can be increased or decreased to suit your needs.

Entrance Hallway - Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall, where there is illuminated light switches, a front door release with intercom, smoke detector and 24-hour emergency call button in place. The spacious hallway offers room for additional furniture or a desk setup, as demonstrated by the current homeowner’s arrangement. From the hallway there is a walk-in storage/airing cupboard and doors leading to the living area, bedroom and shower room.

Living Room - A bright and spacious dual-aspect living room enjoying sunny south and west-facing outlooks. The room offers ample space for both lounge and dining areas, and benefits from TV and telephone points, two ceiling light fittings, and raised electric power sockets for added convenience.

Kitchen - The kitchen area boasts a contemporary range of pale grey wall and base units with complimentary work-surfaces. Amenities include; sink and drainer unit, Beko electric oven, four ring ceramic hob, cooker hood and integral fridge freezer. Wood effect flooring and spotlight light fitting.

Bedroom - A spacious double bedroom also benefiting from a dual aspect, offering a both south and east facing outlook. Door leads to a walk in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving space. TV and telephone points, ceiling light fitting, raised electric power sockets and emergency pull cord.

Shower Room - A modern wet room style shower room, comprising; walk-in level access thermostatically controlled shower with grab rails and curtain, WC, and vanity wash-hand basin with fitted storage below and mirror above. Electric heated towel rail and emergency pull cord.

Lease Information - Lease Length: 999 years from January 2023 Ground rent review: 2038

Service Charge (Breakdown) - What your service charge pays for: • Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly • CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind • 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment • 24hr emergency call system • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems • Maintaining lifts • Heating and lighting in communal areas • The running costs of the onsite restaurant • Cleaning of communal areas daily • Cleaning of windows • Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds • Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager. Service Charge £11,420.04 per annum (for financial year ending 28/02/2027) Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

Moving Made Easy & Additional Information - Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:

• FREE Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to. • Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home. • Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home. • Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUR WEBPAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES OR SPEAK WITH OUR PROPERTY CONSULTANT

• Full Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
C
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
996 years left
Ground rent
£435 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£11,420.02 per year
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Canterbury East Station0.6 mi
  • Canterbury West Station0.9 mi
  • Bekesbourne Station2.2 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CT1 over the last 12 months: terraced £285k · semi-detached £317k · flat £195k · detached £500k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Apartment 16, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat
Leasehold
3 Feb 2026£100,000
Apartment 22, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
19 Nov 2025£315,500
Apartment 34, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
24 Oct 2025£432,450
Apartment 29, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
24 Oct 2025£490,000
Apartment 11, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
4 Jul 2025£490,000
Apartment 45, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
30 May 2025£335,000
Apartment 46, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
1 May 2025£460,000
Apartment 23, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
30 Apr 2025£365,000
Apartment 13, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
23 Apr 2025£490,000
Apartment 26, Eastry Place, 35 - 41, New Dover Road
Canterbury CT1 3AT
Flat, new build
Leasehold
27 Mar 2025£515,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CT1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,251£25,000 deposit · £225,000 loan
Stamp Duty£2,500England 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 McCarthy & Stone Resales, Bournemouth on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 20 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 07/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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