Compact one-bed flat near Ocean Village — central, well-connected but short lease to note..
Central city location walking distance to Ocean Village and shops
One double bedroom, open-plan living room with bay window
Secure communal entrance, on-site parking and maintained communal areas
Electric storage heating; double glazing (install date unknown)
Service charge approximately £2,000 per year
Leasehold with 74 years remaining — lenders may refuse mortgages
Low flood risk and very low council tax band
Area has high crime rate and local deprivation indicators
A compact one-bedroom flat in Captains Place, a short walk from Ocean Village, Oxford Street and Southampton city centre. The apartment sits in a modern red-brick purpose-built block with secure communal entry, on-site parking and well-kept communal areas — convenient for students, professionals or a buy-to-let investor seeking central location and tenant demand.
The flat offers an open-plan living room with bay window, a fitted kitchen, double bedroom and three-piece bathroom with shower over bath. Electric storage heating and double glazing are fitted; broadband and mobile signal are both strong in the area. Council tax is very low, and local amenities and transport links are within easy walking distance.
Important practical points: the property is leasehold with 74 years remaining and an average annual service charge around £2,000. Mortgage lenders can be reluctant to lend on leases under around 80 years, so buyer finance should be checked early. The block was built in the early 1990s and the flat will suit buyers willing to maintain or update elements such as heating and fittings over time.
This is a straightforward city-centre one-bed with good rental and commuter appeal, but the short lease and service charge level are material factors for buyers and lenders. Cash buyers or those prepared to investigate mortgage options for shorter leases will find a lot to like in the location and layout.