Summary - Westby Road BH5 1HD
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Entry-level purchase with parking, long lease and nearby beaches.
One double bedroom with good natural light
A compact one-bedroom ground-floor apartment with a long lease and off-street parking, set close to Boscombe’s shops and beaches. The apartment has a private entrance, a modern fitted kitchen, and a bright double bedroom that benefits from good natural light.
Practical running notes: heating is electric (room heaters) and the building’s cavity walls are not insulated, so energy costs could be higher than gas-heated homes. Double glazing is installed but is dated (pre-2002). Service charges are around £1,750 per year; council tax is low (Band A).
This property suits a first-time buyer or buyer seeking a low-maintenance, entry-level purchase with immediate access to local amenities and award-winning coastline. The share of freehold and 158 years remaining on the lease are strong tenure positives. Be aware of the neighbourhood profile: the area scores high for deprivation and recorded crime is also high, which may affect resale and rental demand for some buyers.
A straightforward purchase for someone prioritising location, parking and a long lease over high energy efficiency. A basic cosmetic or energy-efficiency upgrade (wall insulation, newer glazing, heating review) would add clear value and reduce running costs.
1 bedroom ground floor flat for sale in Westby Road, Bournemouth, BH5 — £130,000 • 1 bed • 1 bath • 496 ft²
2 bedroom apartment for sale in Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 — £180,000 • 2 bed • 1 bath • 508 ft²
1 bedroom flat for sale in Knole Road, Bournemouth, BH1 — £125,000 • 1 bed • 1 bath • 366 ft²
2 bedroom apartment for sale in The Crescent, Bournemouth, BH1 — £150,000 • 2 bed • 1 bath • 484 ft²
1 bedroom apartment for sale in Knole Road, Bournemouth, BH1 — £150,000 • 1 bed • 1 bath • 356 ft²
2 bedroom ground floor flat for sale in St Johns Road, Bournemouth , BH5 — £220,000 • 2 bed • 1 bath • 592 ft²
