New Road, St. Bartholomews Place New Road, ME1 1TW
Listed 26 May 2026 · price reduced 22 Oct 2026 · Rochester
How the price compares
Key features
- Top Floor Apartment With River Views
- Stunning Wraparound Balcony
- Beautiful Views Over the River Medway
- Modern Open-Plan Living/Kitchen Area
- Generous Double Bedroom
- Modern Bathroom Suite
- Excellent Built-In Storage Space
- Allocated Parking Space
- Walking Distance to Rochester High Street & Station
- High-Speed Links to London St Pancras in Approx. 35–40 Minutes
About this home
Guide Price £200,000 – £220,000 Freeman & Gray are delighted to present this exceptional top-floor riverside apartment, occupying one of the standout positions within the highly desirable St Bartholomews Place development. Featuring a spectacular wraparound private balcony with far-reaching views across the River Medway, this stylish home offers contemporary living in an enviable riverside setting. Designed to make the most of the natural light and impressive outlook, the spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area provides a superb social space, with direct access onto the expansive balcony. The seamless connection between the interior and outside space makes it ideal for entertaining, alfresco dining, morning coffee or simply relaxing while enjoying the ever-changing river views. The apartment offers a generous double bedroom, contemporary bathroom and excellent built-in storage, together with the added convenience of an allocated parking space. A further benefit is the property's fresh air ventilation system, designed to provide a continuous supply of fresh, filtered air throughout the apartment while helping to maintain a comfortable internal environment. The wraparound terrace is undoubtedly one of the home's defining features. Offering an exceptional amount of private outdoor space rarely found with an apartment, it considerably enhances the living accommodation and sets this property apart from others within the development. Attractive Running Costs – No Ground Rent Importantly, the property benefits from no ground rent, while the service charge is approximately £1,100 per annum. This represents an attractive ongoing cost for a modern development and is a particularly appealing consideration for both owner-occupiers and investment purchasers. Prime Riverside Location St Bartholomews Place enjoys an excellent position on the banks of the River Medway, within easy reach of Rochester's historic High Street. The city offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and bars, together with its famous landmarks, including Rochester Castle and Rochester Cathedral. Excellent Transport Links The property is ideally positioned for commuters, with Rochester railway station within easy reach, providing high-speed rail connections into London as well as services to other destinations across Kent and the capital. For those travelling by road, convenient access to the A2 and M2 provides connections towards London, the M25, Bluewater and the Kent coast. Whether you're searching for a stylish first home, low-maintenance investment or well-connected base, this superb top-floor apartment offers an impressive combination of riverside views, private outside space, allocated parking and attractive running costs. Guide Price £200,000 – £220,000. Early viewing is highly recommended.
EPC Rating: C
Parking - Allocated parking
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Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Size
- 431 sq ft / 40 sq m
- Council tax band
- A
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Parking
- Off street
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chatham Station0.3 mi
- Rochester Station0.6 mi
- Strood Station1.2 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in ME1 over the last 12 months: terraced £295k · semi-detached £341k · flat £213k · detached £525k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 Bishops Court, St. Bartholomews Place, New Road Rochester ME1 1TW | Flat Leasehold | 3 Jul 2026 | £185,000 |
| Flat 16, The Heights, 32, New Road Rochester ME1 1DX | Flat Leasehold | 29 Apr 2026 | £170,000 |
| Flat 16, Robertson Villas, 14 - 17, New Road Rochester ME1 1BF | Flat Leasehold | 17 Mar 2026 | £145,000 |
| Flat 20, The Heights, 32, New Road Rochester ME1 1DX | Flat Leasehold | 18 Sept 2025 | £166,000 |
| Flat 1, The Heights, 32, New Road Rochester ME1 1DX | Flat Leasehold | 2 Sept 2025 | £185,000 |
| 305 Bishops Court, St. Bartholomews Place, New Road Rochester ME1 1TW | Flat Leasehold | 18 Aug 2025 | £286,000 |
| 309 Bishops Court, St. Bartholomews Place, New Road Rochester ME1 1TW | Flat Leasehold | 26 Mar 2025 | £175,000 |
| 308 Bishops Court, St. Bartholomews Place, New Road Rochester ME1 1TW | Flat Leasehold | 21 Mar 2025 | £210,000 |
| Flat 2, The Heights, 32, New Road Rochester ME1 1DX | Flat Leasehold | 11 Feb 2025 | £173,000 |
| 302 Bishops Court, St. Bartholomews Place, New Road Rochester ME1 1TW | Flat Leasehold | 19 Nov 2024 | £230,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in ME1
Buying costs
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 Freeman & Gray, Covering Medway on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 26 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 22/10/2026.
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