Our Data Sources
Forge Cottage, Maidstone has a single entry in the Land Registry from September 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2015.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Forge Cottage, Maidstone would be worth £506,689, with a potential rental value of £1,964 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £448,782, with a rental value of £1,739 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Forge Cottage, Maidstone occupies a 313 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 11 other houses in this postcode, 9 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 9th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Forge Cottage, Maidstone has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of F. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 29 Oct 2015.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has partial double glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil.
Sold Prices
Forge Cottage, Maidstone last changed hands on 2nd September 2016, selling for £465,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 17.6% since September 2016.
- Sold Sep 2016£465,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 109 sales of comparable properties within 3.0 kilometres of Forge Cottage, Maidstone across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Heath Farm, Maidstone, ME17 2BT, a freehold house, sold at £642,000 on the 21st November 2025.
Read more about house prices in ME17.
- Sold Nov 2025£642,000 | 4 Bed HouseHeath Farm, Maidstone, ME17 2BTHeath Farm, Maidstone, ME17 2BT
- Sold Jan 2019£440,000 | 4 Bed House3 Malt House Cottages, Mount Castle Lane, Maidstone, ME17 2JD3 Malt House Cottages, Mount Castle Lane, Maidstone, ME17 2JD
- Sold Feb 2013£328,000 | 4 Bed HouseThe Old Forge, Lenham Heath Road, Maidstone, ME17 2BPThe Old Forge, Lenham Heath Road, Maidstone, ME17 2BP
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Forge Cottage, Maidstone as the 35th largest and the 34th most expensive of the 64 addresses on Lenham Heath Road, Lenham Heath, Maidstone, ME17.
Against the ME17 postcode district average, it is £31k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Egerton Church of England Primary School2.5 km away
- Lenham Primary School2.7 km away
- Platts Heath Primary School3.2 km away
- The Lenham School3.0 km away
- Chilmington Green School11.1 km away
- Highworth Grammar School11.5 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Lenham|2.7 km away
- Charing (Kent)|4.2 km away
- Harrietsham|5.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
