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Kitchen/Diner
For saleNew
£550,000

Sandgate Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2LH

3bedrooms
3bathrooms
Apartmenttype
Share of Freeholdtenure

Listed 2 days ago · Folkestone

How the price compares

This home£550,000
Median 3 bed in CT20£325k52 homes listed · £338 per sq ft
Difference+69%above the area median

Key features

  • Three Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment
  • West End of Folkestone
  • Private Courtyard Garden
  • EPC Rating - Awaited

About this home

Occupying an enviable position within an impressive period property, this exceptional ground floor apartment offers a wonderful blend of timeless architectural character, elegant proportions and contemporary living.

Conveniently situated for Folkestone town centre, an excellent range of local amenities and the renowned Leas Promenade, the property provides an appealing combination of town-centre convenience and coastal lifestyle.

Extending to approximately 1,900 sq ft, the beautifully proportioned accommodation retains an abundance of period charm, with impressive high ceilings, some featuring ornate detailing, attractive feature windows and a wonderful sense of space throughout.

At the heart of the apartment is a superb bespoke fitted kitchen, thoughtfully designed with a substantial central island, creating an impressive and sociable space for both everyday living and entertaining.

The accommodation further comprises three generously sized bedrooms, each benefiting from its own en-suite facility, a spacious and elegant living room featuring a striking vaulted ceiling and glazed apex, with French doors opening directly onto a private patio garden. Additional accommodation includes a separate utility room, cloakroom WC and a useful study area. Combining character, space and beautifully considered accommodation, this is a distinctive home offering a rare opportunity to enjoy substantial apartment living in one of Folkestone's sought-after locations.

The property further benefits from a share of the freehold.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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Location The West End of Folkestone is lined with period properties and also features The Grand with it's beautiful seaside promenade, frequented at the turn of the century by Royalty and High Society. There are plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as numerous shops and local amenities. The nearby harbour area includes the renown Rocksalt restaurant and a huge regeneration programme, together with the already established 'creative quarter'. Within a short walk from the high speed rail station, offering fast services to St Pancras in under an hour and with well regarded primary and secondary schools within close proximity. Folkestone is being recognised by commuters as the perfect place to be with its well priced housing stock, easy access to London and glorious situation by the sea. Easy access to the continent by Eurostar services, the Channel Tunnel at Cheriton and ferries via Dover harbour. The M20 motorway is within easy access also.

Private Garden The property has a pleasant private garden to the rear of the building.

Share of Freehold We have been informed by our vendor that the property has a 1/3rd Share of the Freehold.

Lease Details We have been informed by our vendor that the property has a 999 year lease from 25th December 1970.

Service Charge We have been informed by our vendor that the service charge is in the region of £3000 per annum.

Ground Rent We have been informed by our vendor that there is no ground rent payable for this apartment.

Council Tax

Band - C

EPC Rating EPC - Awaited

Agents Note If an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Reeds Rains, all purchasers are required to complete ID verification checks. This is a legal obligation under Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and we use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks. The fee is £30 plus VAT (£36 including VAT) per transaction, payable once the offer is agreed and before the sales memorandum is issued. Please note that once paid, this charge is non-refundable.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
C
Tenure
Share of Freehold
Lease remaining
935 years left
Ground rent
£1 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£3,000 per year
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Folkestone Central Station0.6 mi
  • Folkestone West Station0.7 mi
  • Channel Tunnel Terminal Station1.9 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CT20 over the last 12 months: flat £193k · terraced £287k · semi-detached £355k · detached £670k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 6, Garden House Court, 142, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2FF
Flat
Leasehold
4 Sept 2026£82,000
2 Homepine House, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2XA
Flat
Leasehold
3 Sept 2026£115,000
203d, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2HT
Flat
Leasehold
1 Sept 2026£410,000
Flat 39, Garden House Court, 142, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2FF
Flat
Leasehold
27 Aug 2026£185,000
Flat 10, Waldorf Apartments, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2EE
Flat
Leasehold
14 Aug 2026£200,000
39 Homepine House, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2XA
Flat
Leasehold
24 Jul 2026£93,000
Flat 7, 205, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2HT
Flat
Freehold
22 Jul 2026£255,000
Flat 4, 126, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2BW
Flat
Leasehold
19 Jun 2026£77,000
Flat 6, Westbourne Lodge, 146, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2HS
Flat
Leasehold
14 Apr 2026£187,000
Flat C, 168, Sandgate Road
Folkestone CT20 2LQ
Flat
Leasehold
10 Apr 2026£225,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CT20

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 Reeds Rains, Folkestone on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 6 Nov 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added yesterday.

Agent disclaimer

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