Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, CT20
South East
£330,000
Listed on 04/11/2026
Listed on 04/11/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
2Type
MaisonetteFeatures
- Balcony
- Parking
- Tenanted
Description
A mixed-use town-centre property comprising two commercial units, both currently let, with a maisonette above. The residential accommodation is described as requiring full refurbishment and is accessed from the rear on Pleydell Gardens. It also has a sheltered rear balcony. Off-street parking for six vehicles is provided at the rear. Contact Motis Estates in Folkestone for further information.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
41out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This is a substantial project: the photographed maisonette has worn floors, marked finishes, dated fittings and a tired kitchen, while the listing states that it requires full refurbishment. That gives a buyer scope to reshape and renew the interior, with a sheltered rear balcony and parking for six adding useful appeal. The two commercial units are stated to be fully let, but the overall WHOTS score is low at 41/100, reflecting weak condition investability and limited evidence to assess the wider opportunity.
The £330,000 asking price cannot yet be judged against local value because the floor area is missing, so a £/sqf comparison is not possible. The rear hardstanding is cracked in places, and the roof and concealed building fabric are not established by the photographs.
Key opportunities
- A full interior rebuild gives scope to renew the worn floors, finishes and kitchen and create a more coherent home.
- The maisonette’s sheltered rear balcony and access from the rear offer useful features to incorporate into the finished layout.
- Two fully let commercial units provide an existing income element alongside the residential project.
Key risks
- Stripped-back, worn interiors and a heavy full refurbishment programme — allow for a substantial multi-room rebuild rather than a cosmetic refresh.
- The window reveal shows visible disrepair, and the roof and concealed building fabric have not been established; inspect these before committing.
- The rear hardstanding is cracked in places and may need attention.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Folkestone Central Rail Station
0.5 miles
Train · Folkestone
Folkestone West Rail Station
1.1 miles
Train · Folkestone
Hythe Station (RHDR)
4.6 miles
Metro · Hythe
Sandling Rail Station
4.9 miles
Train · Sandling
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