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For saleReduced 2 Oct 2026
£195,000

Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, DT1 2ES

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 9 Sept 2026 · price reduced 2 Oct 2026 · Dorchester

How the price compares

This home£195,000
Median 2 bed in DT1£265k128 homes listed · £385 per sq ft
Difference-26%below the area median

About this home

Offered for sale with no onward chain, this well-presented two double bedroom ground-floor flat is situated in the popular Castle Park area of Dorchester. The accommodation further comprises a living/dining room, kitchen, family bathroom, a shower room with seperate WC. Externally, the property benefits from a good-sized front garden, beautifully planted with a variety of flowers and plants, together with a patio area providing a pleasant space for outdoor seating and relaxation. The property also benefits from a single garage, providing valuable off-road parking and additional storage. EPC D.

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, offers a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, and cultural attractions such as the Dorset Museum and the Keep Military Museum. 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 - The property is approached via a small gate leading to the front garden and patio area, providing a pleasant outdoor space. A side door opens into a useful porch, which can also be accessed from the rear of the property. From the porch, a main entrance door leads into the hallway, providing access to all principal rooms.

The spacious living room offers ample room for both comfortable seating and a dining area. A feature electric fireplace provides a focal point, while large windows overlook the front garden, allowing plenty of natural light into the room.

The kitchen is well equipped with a four-ring electric hob and extractor fan, built-in oven, sink and drainer, integral fridge freezer, and space for both a washing machine and tumble dryer.

The hallway benefits from two useful storage cupboards.

The main bedroom is a generous double bedroom with ample space for furnishings and benefits from a built-in wardrobe.

The second bedroom is also a good-sized double bedroom and includes a built-in wardrobe together with a small airing cupboard.

The property benefits from a shower room featuring a corner shower and wash basin, with a separate WC.

Externally, there is side access leading to a pathway at the rear of the property, which in turn provides access to the single garage, offering useful off-road parking and additional storage.

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

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Council tax band B.

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

Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider.

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

Services - Mains electricity and water are connected. Gas fired central heating.

Stamp Duty - Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance. Please visit the below website to check this.

Agents Notes - There is a shared driveway.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Heating
Gas central

Floorplan

32a Maiden Castle Road-high.jpg

Location

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  • Dorchester West Station0.4 mi
  • Dorchester South Station0.5 mi
  • Upwey Station4.0 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
13a, Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester DT1 2QQ
Detached
Freehold
23 May 2025£457,500
44 Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester DT1 2ES
Detached
Freehold
27 Mar 2025£743,000
62 Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester DT1 2ES
Detached
Freehold
25 Oct 2024£812,000

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£975£19,500 deposit · £175,500 loan
Stamp Duty£1,400England 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 9 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 02/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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