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More details for 66 New Dover Rd, Canterbury - Build-to-Rent for Sale

Franklin House - 66 New Dover Rd

Canterbury, CT1 3DT

  • Build-to-Rent for Sale
  • £6,375,000
  • 14,789 sq ft
  • Kitchen

Canterbury Build-to-Rent for Sale

Franklin House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a prime, income-producing student accommodation asset in the heart of Canterbury, one of the UK’s most prestigious educational hubs. Constructed in 2019, this modern five-storey property offers 66 high-quality beds arranged across 48 bedrooms, including two wardens’ flats, complemented by a common room and passenger lift. Designed with future adaptability in mind, the building incorporates internal fire compartmental walls and multiple risers, ensuring flexibility for alternative uses. Strategically positioned on New Dover Road, a key arterial route within the city’s Conservation Area, Franklin House benefits from direct pedestrian access to Worthgate School and proximity to leading institutions such as the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University, and the University for the Creative Arts. The surrounding area is affluent and vibrant, with excellent transport links via Canterbury East and Canterbury West stations, offering direct services to London in under 75 minutes. The property is fully let to Cambridge Arts & Sciences Ltd, part of CATS Global Schools, under a 25-year FRI lease expiring in October 2044, guaranteed by Bright Scholar Education Holdings Ltd. The lease includes annual RPI-linked rent reviews (collared at 2% and capped at 5%), with rent increasing to £408,087 per annum from October 2024. At the guide price of £6,375,000, this investment offers a compelling net initial yield of 6.00%, underpinned by strong covenant strength and long-term income security.

Contact:

Fisher German LLP

Property Subtype:

Apartment

Date on Market:

26/11/2025
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More details for 10A Sun St, Canterbury - Retail for Sale

10A Sun St

Canterbury, CT1 2HX

  • Retail for Sale
  • £1,450,000
  • 2,962 sq ft

Canterbury Retail for Sale

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial freehold property in the very heart of Canterbury’s historic city centre, comprising a large top-floor maisonette arranged over three floors together with a commercial unit on the ground floor. The residential accommodation offers five generously sized bedrooms, with the added benefit of a bathroom on each floor for maximum convenience. In addition, there is a separate self-contained unit with its own entrance, kitchen, and bathroom facilities, providing flexibility for long-term rentals or short-term lets. The ground floor is occupied by a popular Sports Bar and Restaurant know as Wing Kingz, currently let on a secure 10-year lease producing an annual rental income of £55,000 per annum. The maisonette has the potential to achieve approximately £3,000 per calendar month, while the self-contained accommodation is currently producing around £4,300 per calendar month. Together, the combined income across the property represents an exceptional return of approximately £130,000 per annum, making this an outstanding investment opportunity. There is also scope and preparation already in place for a lift to be installed from the ground floor up to the maisonette, providing modern access. This means the current door to the maisonette could be repurposed as a dedicated fire exit. With its central position, versatile layout, and proven rental demand, the property also has excellent potential as a holiday let, appealing to Canterbury’s year-round tourist market.

Contact:

Pattinson Commercial

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

24/11/2025
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More details for 26 & 27 St Peters Street – Retail for Sale, Canterbury

26 & 27 St Peters Street

  • Retail for Sale
  • £1,250,000
  • 2,240 sq ft
  • 2 Retail Properties

Canterbury Portfolio of properties for Sale

The freehold interest is offered for sale subject to the existing tenancies described. We are instructed to seek unconditional offers in the region of £1,250,000 subject to contract and exclusive of VAT (if applicable). A purchase at this level will provide a purchaser with a potential net initial yield of around 6.5%.

Contact:

BTF Partnership

Date on Market:

05/06/2025
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More details for Student Accommodation Sale – Build-to-Rent for Sale, Canterbury

Student Accommodation Sale

  • Build-to-Rent for Sale
  • £6,450,000
  • 15,069 sq ft
  • 2 Build-to-Rent Properties

Canterbury Portfolio of properties for Sale

Archbishop's, 57/57A New Dover Road: Location and Situation: 57/57a New Dover Road is situated 0.5 miles from the city centre on the east side of the road. New Dover Road comprises a mix of residential and student accommodation together with educational facilities, alongside accommodation associated with Worthgate School. The nearby Worthgate School campus provides the main teaching facility of the school and comprises of laboratory space, central canteen, classrooms as well as staff room, library and administrative office space. Description: Archbishop's consists of student accommodation; part heritage building and part new-build extension in 2019. These two parts being 57 and 57a Archbishop's. 57 is arranged over the lower ground, ground, first and second floor and extends to 6,103 sq ft. 57a is arranged over the lower ground, upper ground and first floor and extends to 3,030 sq ft. Tenancy: Let on assignment to Cambridge Arts & Sciences Limited with Cambridge Education Group Limited acting as guarantor, for a term of 15 years expiring 31st August 2033. The current rent is £262,082 per annum, which is reviewed annually on 1st September based on the RPI index, with a collar and cap of 2%-5%. The latest increase was based on the index released in June. The lease is drawn on an internal repairing and insuring basis. Tenure: This property is held on two freehold titles. Ersham Lodge, 12 New Dover Road: Location and Situation: 12 New Dover Road is situated approximately 0.4 miles from the city and is on the west side of the road and is adjacent to the New Dover Road Surgery. New Dover Road comprises a mix of residential and student accommodation together with educational facilities, with this accommodation associated with Worthgate School campus. The nearby Worthgate School campus provides the main teaching facility of the school and comprises of laboratory space, classrooms as well as staff room, library and administrative office space. Description: Ersham Lodge was previously used as an B&B Guesthouse and has undergone a comprehensive redevelopment to provide modern student accommodation. The property is arranged over the ground, first and second floors and extends to an approximate total of 8,966 sq ft. Tenancy: Let on assignment to Cambridge Arts & Sciences Limited with Cambridge Education Group Limited acting as guarantor, for a term of 15 years expiring 27th February 2034. The current rent is £223,266 per annum, which is reviewed annually on the 28th February, based on the RPI index, with a collar and cap of 2%-5%. The lease is drawn on an internal and insuring basis. Tenure: This property is held on one freehold title. *Vendor willing to sell separately*

Contact:

Fisher German LLP

Date on Market:

31/01/2025
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More details for 57-57A New Dover Rd, Canterbury - Build-to-Rent for Sale

Student Accommodation - 57-57A New Dover Rd

Canterbury, CT1 3DP

  • Build-to-Rent for Sale
  • £3,450,000
  • 6,103 sq ft

Canterbury Build-to-Rent for Sale

Location and Situation: 57/57a New Dover Road is situated 0.5 miles from the city centre on the east side of the road. New Dover Road comprises a mix of residential and student accommodation together with educational facilities, alongside accommodation associated with Worthgate School. The nearby Worthgate School campus provides the main teaching facility of the school and comprises of laboratory space, central canteen, classrooms as well as staff room, library and administrative office space. Description: Archbishop's consists of student accommodation; part heritage building and part new-build extension in 2019. These two parts being 57 and 57a Archbishop's. 57 is arranged over the lower ground, ground, first and second floor and extends to 6,103 sq ft. 57a is arranged over the lower ground, upper ground and first floor and extends to 3,030 sq ft. Tenancy: Let on assignment to Cambridge Arts & Sciences Limited with Cambridge Education Group Limited acting as guarantor, for a term of 15 years expiring 31st August 2033. The current rent is £262,082 per annum, which is reviewed annually on 1st September based on the RPI index, with a collar and cap of 2%-5%. The latest increase was based on the index released in June. The lease is drawn on an internal repairing and insuring basis. Tenure: This property is held on two freehold titles.

Contact:

Fisher German LLP

Property Subtype:

Shared Accommodation

Date on Market:

31/01/2025
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More details for 12 New Dover Rd, Canterbury - Build-to-Rent for Sale

Student Accommodation - 12 New Dover Rd

Canterbury, CT1 3AP

  • Build-to-Rent for Sale
  • £3,000,000
  • 8,966 sq ft

Canterbury Build-to-Rent for Sale

Location and Situation: 12 New Dover Road is situated approximately 0.4 miles from the city and is on the west side of the road and is adjacent to the New Dover Road Surgery. New Dover Road comprises a mix of residential and student accommodation together with educational facilities, with this accommodation associated with Worthgate School campus. The nearby Worthgate School campus provides the main teaching facility of the school and comprises of laboratory space, classrooms as well as staff room, library and administrative office space. Description: Ersham Lodge was previously used as an B&B Guesthouse and has undergone a comprehensive redevelopment to provide modern student accommodation. The property is arranged over the ground, first and second floors and extends to an approximate total of 8,966 sq ft. Tenancy: Let on assignment to Cambridge Arts & Sciences Limited with Cambridge Education Group Limited acting as guarantor, for a term of 15 years expiring 27th February 2034. The current rent is £223,266 per annum, which is reviewed annually on the 28th February, based on the RPI index, with a collar and cap of 2%-5%. The lease is drawn on an internal and insuring basis. Tenure: This property is held on one freehold title.

Contact:

Fisher German LLP

Property Subtype:

Shared Accommodation

Date on Market:

30/01/2025
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More details for 6 Castle St, Canterbury - Retail for Sale

6 Castle St

Canterbury, CT1 2QF

  • Retail for Sale
  • £300,000
  • 1,225 sq ft
  • 24 Hour Access

Canterbury Retail for Sale

A unique and exciting opportunity to acquire a Grade II Listed freehold building in a prime central position within the Old City walls, where it enjoys a prominent trading position with high footfall. Being sold with vacant possession, this substantial three-storey commercial premises with traditional shop front comprises a large open-plan retail/office area with kitchenette to the ground floor, and the first and second floors are occupied by three separate offices, a large storage room and a cloakroom. Outside, there is a small courtyard which incorporates a brick-built store with WC. The building is thought suitable for a variety of businesses under use Class E. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries relating to planning matters via Canterbury City Council; www.canterbury.gov.uk/planning.

Contact:

BTF Partnership

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

08/07/2024
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More details for 20-21 St Margarets St, Canterbury - Retail for Sale

20-21 St Margarets St

Canterbury, CT1 2TH

  • Retail for Sale
  • £1,805,000
  • 8,161 sq ft

Canterbury Retail for Sale

The proposed transaction structure, a sale and leaseback, means the sale cannot be treated as a transfer of a going concern (TOGC) therefore VAT will be payable on the purchase price. The property will be leased entirely to Loungers UK Limited on a Fully Repairing and Insuring (FR&I) lease for a term of 15 years. The lease is subject to Five yearly upward only, open market rent reviews. The current rent passing is £120,000 per annum.

Contact:

Carrick Real Estate

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

16/04/2025
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FAQs about Commercial Properties For Sale in Canterbury

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How many Commercial Property listings are available for sale in Canterbury?
There are currently 15 Commercial Properties available for sale near Canterbury. These Canterbury Commercial Property listings have an average size of 15,816 sq ft. The largest available listing in Canterbury is 70,323 sq ft. The thriving commercial centre and excellent transport links in Canterbury make it an ideal location for businesses to find suitable Commercial Property for sale.
What factors could affect the prices of Commercial Properties in Canterbury?
Several factors can impact the price of Commercial Properties, including the size and location of the property, its net initial yield, and the amenities it offers. Prices in Canterbury currently range from £150 to £435 per square foot. While the average net initial yield for Commercial Properties is 7.45%.
What other types of commercial property are available for sale in Canterbury?
There is a diverse range of commercial properties available in Canterbury to suit various business needs. Canterbury offers office buildings, retail units and shops, and industrial units & warehouses, catering to a variety of sectors and industries. With a total of 15 Canterbury commercial property listings in the area, potential owners can find suitable options that meet their requirements.
What are the advantages of investing in commercial property in the UK?
Commercial property investment can provide long-term income through leases, capital appreciation, and portfolio diversification. Compared to residential property, commercial leases are often longer and place more responsibility on tenants for repairs and maintenance.
What is a net initial yield and why is it important?
Net initial yield is the annual rental income expressed as a percentage of the purchase price (after acquisition costs). It’s a key measure used by investors to compare return on investment across different commercial properties.
Do I need a commercial mortgage to invest?
Many investors use commercial mortgages to finance purchases. Lenders typically require a larger deposit than for residential property (often 25–40%) and will assess the property’s rental income and condition as part of the loan application.
What should I look for when doing due diligence?
Due diligence includes reviewing lease terms, tenant strength, service charges, planning permissions, condition reports, and title deeds. A commercial solicitor and surveyor are strongly recommended before purchase.
What are the risks of investing in commercial property?
Risks include void periods (no rental income), tenant default, maintenance liabilities, and changes in market conditions or planning regulations. Mitigating these requires proper property management and lease structuring.
Can overseas investors buy commercial property in the UK?
Yes, the UK market is open to international investors. However, you may need a UK-based legal representative and must comply with HMRC tax obligations, including stamp duty and possible capital gains tax on disposal.

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Market Overview for Commercial Properties in Canterbury

Key information for Commercial Properties investors in Canterbury and comparable markets. This summary brings together pricing and building size data to provide a clear view of market conditions and potential investment opportunities.

City Avg Price Per Sq Ft Avg Size Available
Canterbury £297 15,816 sq ft
Stelling Minnis £103 3,611 sq ft
Whitstable £413 2,326 sq ft
Aylesham £144 10,141 sq ft
Herne Bay £50 4,163 sq ft

Rental Price Trends in Canterbury

The price per square foot range for Commercial Properties in Canterbury and nearby cities. These metrics help establish valuation benchmarks and highlight possible value opportunities in the market.

City Min £ Sq Ft Avg £ Sq Ft Max £ Sq Ft
Canterbury £150 £297 £435
Stelling Minnis £103 £103 £103
Whitstable £93 £413 £945
Aylesham £144 £144 £144
Herne Bay £33 £50 £67

Available Building Sizes

A summary of the current sizes of Commercial Property for sale in the Canterbury area. Refine your search based on space requirements and investment level.

City Smallest Property Avg. Sq Ft Largest Property
Canterbury 1,225 sq ft 15,816 sq ft 70,323 sq ft
Stelling Minnis 3,611 sq ft 3,611 sq ft 3,611 sq ft
Whitstable 325 sq ft 2,326 sq ft 4,907 sq ft
Aylesham 10,141 sq ft 10,141 sq ft 10,141 sq ft
Herne Bay 2,059 sq ft 4,163 sq ft 6,156 sq ft

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