Axminster is a small market town on the eastern border of Devon, built on a hill overlooking the River Axe. The town gave its name to a type of carpet created by a power loom capable of weaving numerous colours and patterns, invented in 1775 by Thomas Whitty. Carpet is still manufactured in Axminster, a town that is rich in rural character.
Houses for sale in Axminster are a mix of new-build detached and semi-detached houses; modern bungalows, period cottages and houses, and impressive Grade II listed properties in rural locations. As a guide to prices, semi-detached modern houses offering three bedrooms are from £190,000; modern detached houses offering four bedrooms are from £250,000, and detached bungalows from £280,000. Above £400,000, estate agents in Axminster offer some delightful cottages and houses, often stone-built and set in exquisite rural locations, with up to six bedrooms.
If you are looking for flats for sale in Axminster they are available in period conversions and purpose-built apartment houses, from £120,000 for one bedroom and £135,000 for two. Please contact Axminster estate agents for details of flats, cottages and houses currently available.
Amenities for property in Axminster
Axminster has many interesting shops and attractive streets radiating from the town square, in a charming town surrounded by beautiful parks, stately homes and verdant countryside. The Church of St Mary with its Saxon foundations stands on Minster Green in the centre of Axminster and serves St Mary's Catholic Primary School. Other local schools include Axminster County Primary, All Saints Church of England Primary, and Musbury Primary.
Transport in Axminster
Axminster is situated on the A35 Poole to Honiton road and the A358 Ilminster road. The railway station in Axminster is on the mainline from Exeter to London Waterloo and offers a service to Exeter in 40 mins and to London Waterloo in under 3 hours.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Axminster, which is covered by postcode EX13, you may also like to consider neighbouring Devon towns such as Seaton, Honiton, and Sidmouth; and across the border in Somerset: Chard and Crewkerne.
house, 4 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms
A stunning Grade II Listed detached Devon longhouse with development potential, B&B. 4 Beds. 3 baths. 3 receptions. Kitchen/ breakfast room. Conservatory. 2 detached en-suite rooms. PP for 3 x...
flat, 2 bedrooms
A well presented ground floor retirement apartment in a sought after location offering new double glazing throughout and benefiting from a telephone entry system
house, 3 bedrooms
This detached bungalow was built by the current owners and boast accommodation including three bedrooms (master en-suite), lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, bathroom and utility room....
house, 3 bedrooms
Presented in excellent decorative order, a modern detached family home offering spacious, flexible and adaptable accommodation with three bedrooms (master with ensuite shower room), sitting room,...
house, 2 bedrooms
A semi detached 2 bedroom bungalow benefiting from uPVC glazing, gas central heating, garage and enclosed rear garden, within a popular cul de sac on the outskirts of town. Accommodation briefly...
flat, 1 bedroom
Attractive One Bedroom Retirement Apartment with Balcony Situated within close proximity to Town Centre Amenities. Benefiting from Communal Lounge, Guest Suite, Laundry Room and the Services of a...
house, 2 bedrooms
A detached 2 double bedroom bungalow enjoying far reaching rural views and enclosed rear gardens within a popular location on the outskirts of the town. Set on a corner plot benefiting from level...
house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
A detached bungalow situated in a pleasant quiet residential cul de sac on the outskirts of the town with pleasant views to the countryside from the property. The accommodation offers a porch,...
house, 3 bedrooms
An enchanting and quirky Semi Detached Period Cottage set in Gardens of just over 1/3rd Acre. Tucked away location with rural views but only 5 minutes from Axminster. 2 Recep, fitted Kitchen, 3...
house, 3 bedrooms
Having recently undergone complete modernisation this 3 bedroom semi-detached family home now offers light and spacious accommodation presented in excellent decorative order. Viewing is essential.