A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of Ashford
Just moments from Ashford’s vibrant town centre and International Station, this end-of-terrace home offers a compelling blend of character, planning precedent, and development potential. With lapsed planning consent for a two storey extension incorporating a garage, utility/cloakroom, bedroom and en-suite, the property invites restoration and reimagination a chance to create a truly beautiful home in a superbly connected location.
For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £175,000 plus Reservation Fee
Accommodation Overview – Approx. 1119 ft² / 103.8 m²
Ground Floor :
- Entrance Hall : 2’11” x 15’0″ (0.91m x 4.58m)
Panelled walls, radiator, stair access, and natural light
- Living Room :11’11” x 11’9″ (3.64m x 3.60m)
Bay window, built-in shelving, gas fireplace, generous proportions and character
- Dining Room : 10’10” x 11’10” (3.31m x 3.63m)
Brick-surround fireplace, arched opening to rear, ideal for open-plan conversion
- Kitchen : 6’8″ x 7’8″ (2.05m x 2.34m)
Compact layout with scope for redesign or extension
- Utility / Cloakroom : 6’10” x 4’7″ (2.09m x 1.40m)
Rear access and plumbing in place, ready for upgrade
- Garage / Outbuilding : 16’7″ x 21’5″ (5.06m x 6.53m)
Attached structure currently dilapidated but primed for redevelopment
First Floor :
- Bedroom One :15’3″ x 12’0″ (4.66m x 3.67m)
Large double with built-in wardrobe, and visible damp, clear scope for refurbishment
- Bedroom Two : 9’5″ x 11’11” (2.89m x 3.63m)
Cast iron fireplace, built-in cupboard, ideal second bedroom or study
- Bathroom : 7’9″ x 8’4″ (2.38m x 2.55m)
Generous proportions with natural light ready for modernisation
- Landing : 2’7″ x 11’11” (0.80m x 3.65m)
Hatch access and stairwell layout suggest loft potential (STPP)
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the “Reservation Period”). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.50% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.
Scope for Improvement
- Cosmetic renovation required throughout
- Period features offer charm and restoration potential
- Damp and water ingress in places investigation advised
- Garage/outbuilding in poor condition suitable for rebuild or conversion
- Historic planning precedent supports future development (subject to new application)
Planning History
- 97/00984/AS : Replacement garage with first floor bedroom
- 02/00038/AS : Two-storey extension forming garage, utility/cloakroom, bedroom and en-suite
- Both permissions are now lapsed, offering a strong precedent for reapplication
Location Overview :
Perfectly positioned on a quiet residential street just moments from Ashford’s vibrant town centre, 27 Norwood Street offers the best of both convenience and connectivity. Residents enjoy a short walk to Ashford International Station, where high-speed services reach London St Pancras in under 40 minutes and continental Europe via Eurostar. Road links are equally impressive, with swift access to the M20 via Junctions 9, 10 and 10a, placing Maidstone, Folkestone, and the M25 within easy reach.
For leisure and lifestyle, the property is ideally placed. Victoria Park, local gyms, cinemas, and cafés are all nearby, while the renowned Ashford Designer Outlet offers premium shopping, dining, and seasonal events just minutes away. Coastal escapes such as Dymchurch, Hythe, and Camber Sands are within 30-40 minutes, perfect for weekend retreats. The historic city of Canterbury, the market town of Tenterden, and picturesque villages like Wye and Chilham provide cultural depth, boutique shopping, and countryside charm all easily accessible.
Whether you’re commuting, investing, or seeking a well-connected home with scope to grow, Norwood Street delivers a rare blend of centrality, character, and future potential.
Material information :
The information above has been provided by the vendor and may not be accurate. Please refer to the property’s Buyer Information Pack. (You can download this on the right hand side of the page) or speak to the Auction Specialist for the most up to date information.
Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Northwood Incorporating Stevens on 01233 640 400
*Guide Price: An indication of a seller’s minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.
Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”
Council tax band: B, Tenure: Freehold, EPC rating: E
