Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8DJ
Listed 1 Oct 2026 · Canterbury
How the price compares
Key features
- Substantial Victorian Townhouse
- Set Over Four Floors
- Over 1,800 Sq. Ft Of Accommodation
- Close To St Dunstan’s And Canterbury West Station
- High Ceilings And Large Window
- Generous Bedrooms Spread Across Three Floors
- Private Rear Garden Offering A Peaceful Retreat
- Excellent Potential For Family Living Or Investment
- Walking Distance To Canterbury City Centre
About this home
Substantial Victorian Townhouse with Versatile Accommodation and Superb Location
This charming period townhouse, set over four impressive floors and extending to over 1,800 sq. ft, offers a rare opportunity to secure a spacious home in one of Canterbury’s most sought after locations. Just a short walk from St Dunstan’s and Canterbury West station, the property combines classic Victorian character with endless potential to create a stunning family home or continue as an excellent investment opportunity.
The property welcomes you into a bright entrance hallway, which leads to a spacious lounge, a warm and inviting space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The adjoining kitchen provides ample room for dining and cooking, with direct access to the garden, making it ideal for everyday family living. A shower room on this level adds convenience and practicality. The lower ground floor features two generous bedrooms and a bathroom, offering flexibility for use as guest accommodation, a home office, or even a self-contained space for older children or tenants.
On the first floor, there are two particularly large bedrooms, both full of period charm and natural light. Their generous proportions lend themselves perfectly to comfortable family living. The second floor provides three additional bedrooms and a shower room, making this floor ideal for children, visiting guests, or creative use such as a study, dressing room, or hobby space.
Externally, the home enjoys a private rear garden, providing a peaceful outdoor retreat, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in the sunshine.
This substantial home presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to put their own stamp on a classic Canterbury property. With its abundance of space, flexible layout, and prime location just moments from the city’s vibrant cafes, shops, and high speed rail links to London, it offers both lifestyle and investment appeal.
EPC Rating C
Material Information
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Location Summary The property is situated within the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.
Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.
Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins).
Entrance Hall
Lounge 13' 6" x 13' 0"
Kitchen 13' 5" x 11' 2"
Shower Room
Lower Ground Floor
Bedroom 18' 6" x 12' 10"
Bedroom 13' 10" x 10' 11"
Bathroom
First Floor
Bedroom 16' 10" x 13' 3"
Bedroom 12' 4" x 11' 2"
Second Floor
Bedroom 12' 2" x 11' 2"
Shower Room
Bedroom 11' 9" x 7' 11"
Bedroom 11' 9" x 7' 8"
External
Garden
Property details
- Property type
- House
- Size
- 1,990 sq ft / 185 sq m
- Council tax band
- E
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- No parking
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Canterbury West Station0.3 mi
- Canterbury East Station0.8 mi
- Sturry Station2.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in CT2 over the last 12 months: terraced £285k · semi-detached £330k · detached £528k · flat £195k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DQ | Detached Freehold | 29 Jun 2026 | £705,000 |
| 32 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DQ | Semi-detached Freehold | 15 Jun 2026 | £353,000 |
| 17 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DG | Other Freehold | 12 Jun 2026 | £150,000 |
| 36 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 9EB | Detached Freehold | 1 Apr 2026 | £477,500 |
| 52a, Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DJ | Flat Leasehold | 26 Mar 2026 | £175,000 |
| 30 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DQ | Terraced Freehold | 16 Mar 2026 | £386,500 |
| Flat 2, 114, Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8ED | Flat Leasehold | 27 Nov 2025 | £202,500 |
| 136 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8EG | Detached Freehold | 3 Oct 2025 | £800,000 |
| 12 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 8DQ | Other Freehold | 30 Sept 2025 | £310,000 |
| 51 Whitstable Road Canterbury CT2 9EB | Detached Freehold | 26 Sept 2025 | £730,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CT2
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 Miles & Barr, Canterbury on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 1 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 01/10/2026.
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