3 bed terraced house for sale

Mereworth Close, Gillingham ME8

Set along a quiet cul-de-sac with no through traffic, this three-bedroom mid-terrace home offers generous living space, a substantial rear garden and plenty of scope for a new owner to shape the property around the way they want to live.

The house is approached via a front garden and opens into an entrance hallway, leading through to a spacious lounge at the front. Measuring approximately 16'5" x 12'3", the living room has the proportions for a comfortable family seating area, with a wide front window bringing in plenty of natural light and a feature fireplace creating a natural focal point.

To the rear, the kitchen measures approximately 10'6" x 8'10" and is arranged with a good amount of worktop and cupboard space. Alongside it sits a separate dining room of approximately 8'10" x 8'8". For buyers with an eye on future improvements, these two spaces present one of the most interesting opportunities in the house. Subject to the necessary consents and structural considerations, there is clear potential to create a larger open-plan kitchen and dining area, making the rear of the property more sociable and better suited to modern family life.

Equally, the separate dining room gives the layout useful flexibility as it stands. It could remain as a dedicated dining space, become a home office for those working remotely, a playroom, snug or potentially provide an additional fourth bedroom depending on a buyer's needs and any required alterations.

Beyond the kitchen is a useful utility room, together with additional storage, helping keep laundry, appliances and day-to-day household items away from the main living areas. There is also a brick-built shed attached to the end of the pantry area, accessed from outside but physically joined to the house, providing further practical storage.

Upstairs, the accommodation continues with three well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom measures approximately 14'6" x 10'4", while the second bedroom is around 10'6" x 10'4". The third bedroom, at approximately 11'0" x 8'11", is a particularly useful size and works well as a child's room, guest bedroom or further home office. A family bathroom completes the first floor.

The rear garden is a major feature of the property. Extending to approximately 75 feet, it offers far more outside space than many buyers may expect from a terraced home. There is room for children to play, summer entertaining, gardening, outdoor dining and further landscaping. A bamboo gazebo with a heater creates a ready-made sheltered seating area, ideal for extending the use of the garden beyond the warmer months. Another particularly useful feature is the side access to the garden, an unusual and practical advantage for a terraced house, making it easier to bring through bikes, bins, gardening equipment or outdoor furniture without going through the main living accommodation.

For those looking for a project, this is a home with genuine potential. The existing accommodation extends to approximately 1,037 sq ft, and the layout provides a strong starting point for refurbishment and reconfiguration. There may also be scope to explore a rear extension and loft conversion, subject to planning permission, building regulations and any other necessary approvals.

The appeal here is not about buying a house where every decision has already been made for you. It is about finding a home with space, a practical layout and a long garden, then gradually putting your own stamp on it. Whether that means opening up the kitchen, creating a dedicated office, improving the garden, extending in the future or simply updating the interiors room by room, there is plenty here for a buyer who wants to add value as well as create a home that suits their lifestyle.

The location adds another layer of convenience. Positioned in Gillingham on a quiet no-through road, the property is well placed for local amenities and schools, while Gillingham High Street and high-speed railway station are approximately 1.8 miles away, making the house a practical option for commuters as well as families wanting good access to the town.

With three good-sized bedrooms, flexible ground-floor accommodation, utility and storage space, valuable side access, a particularly long rear garden with heated bamboo gazebo and clear potential to improve and extend, this is a property that deserves to be viewed in person to fully appreciate both the space already on offer and what could be created here in the years ahead.

If you are interested in viewing this property contact the agent who would be delighted to show you around. Viewings strictly by appointment only. When calling please Quote Ref: TD0352.

• EPC Rating: D (66)
• Tenure: Freehold
• Local Authority: Medway
• Council Tax Band: B – 2026/2027 = £1,803.89 pa
• Square Feet: 1037
• Square Metres: 96.4
• Rear Garden Size: 75ft Long x 25ft Wide (approx) with Side Access. Bamboo Gazebo with heater. There is also a brick shed attached the end of the pantry (door outside but is joined to the house)
• Heating Type: Gas Central Heating - Worchester 2000 Combi Boiler
• Boiler Installed: 22/03/21
• Boiler Last Serviced: Boiler will be serviced prior to sale
• Loft: The loft has a pull down ladder, the central area is boarded. Lighting and insulated.
• Surface Water - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• Rivers and Sea - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• This location is outside of a groundwater flood alert area.
• Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Nearest:

Train Station: Gillingham (1.8 miles)
Hospital: Medway Hospital (3.6 miles)
Doctors: Rainham Healthy Living Centre, 103-107 High St, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 8AA (1.2 miles)
Pharmacy: Jhoots Pharmacy, 22 Rainham Shopping Centre, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 7HW (1.4 miles)
Post Office: Rainham Post Office, 119 High St, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 8AN (1.3 miles)
Supermarket: Tesco Extra, Tesco Stores Ltd, Courteney Rd, Gillingham ME8 0GX (1.4 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Hoath Way Household Waste Site, Ambley Rd, Gillingham ME8 0QH (1.8 miles)
Gym: Cozenton Park Sports Centre, 4 Bloors Ln, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 7EG (2.3 miles)
Green Space: Sturry Way Park, Gillingham ME8 6UY (0.7 miles)

Rainham is a popular and well-connected town within the Medway area, offering a comfortable balance between suburban calm and easy access to nearby towns and London. With a strong sense of community, plenty of green space and excellent transport links, it’s easy to see why so many families and professionals choose to make Rainham home.

Rainham enjoys some of the best transport links in Medway. The train station sits on the Chatham Main Line, with regular services to London Victoria, St Pancras and Cannon Street, making commuting straightforward. The A2 runs directly through the town, while the M2 motorway is just a short drive away, connecting you easily to the rest of Kent and beyond. Local bus routes also serve the area well, giving easy access to nearby Gillingham, Chatham and Rochester.

Families in Rainham are spoilt for choice when it comes to schools. Rainham Mark Grammar School is one of the area’s top selective schools, while Rainham School for Girls, The Howard School and the newer Leigh Academy Rainham all offer excellent comprehensive education. There’s also a wide selection of well-rated primary schools, making the area ideal for growing families.

Rainham’s town centre offers a good mix of local shops, national chains, cafés and restaurants, giving residents everything they need close to home. There’s a traditional high street feel with modern conveniences, along with nearby supermarkets and retail parks for larger shopping trips. The town also has a number of local pubs and independent businesses that add to its friendly community atmosphere.

One of Rainham’s biggest attractions is its access to nature. Riverside Country Park is a local favourite, stretching along the River Medway and offering walking and cycling routes, picnic areas and lovely views. There’s also Berengrave Nature Reserve and Foxburrow Wood, perfect for weekend strolls or dog walks. For sports and recreation, Rainham has several parks, playing fields and leisure centres nearby.

Rainham offers the best of both worlds. It’s peaceful yet connected, with great schools, green spaces and local amenities all on your doorstep. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a growing family or someone looking to settle into a well-established community, Rainham makes an excellent place to call home.

What the owners say...

"This has been a much-loved family home, filled with many happy memories, set within a quiet and friendly cul-de-sac. It is ideally placed with convenient links to local shops, amenities and community services.

The home has plenty of potential to be updated and made your own. Due to illness over the past several years, we have unfortunately not been able to make the improvements we had hoped to, but we hope this gives the next owners the opportunity to put their own stamp on the property and create a home they love.

We are now selling as we look to move closer to family, and hope the next owners will enjoy the home and make many happy memories of their own."

For further information including all local transport, the local schools and their Ofsted ratings please contact the agent for a buyer pack on this property.

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