Summary - CEDAR LODGE, 72 FLAT 1 OAKLEY ROAD SOUTHAMPTON SO16 4LE
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Practical low-maintenance flat ideal for first-time buyers and commuting professionals.
- Ground-floor one-bedroom apartment with French doors to communal gardens
- Allocated off-street parking included
- Compact 442 sq ft — easy to manage
- Leasehold: 105 years remaining
- Service charge approx £1,800 per year
- Ground rent £200 per year
- Built 2003–2006 with double glazing and gas central heating
- Broadband average; local schools have mixed Ofsted ratings
This ground-floor one-bedroom apartment offers a practical, low-maintenance home in a modern development completed in the mid-2000s. The living room is bright and flexible, with space for dining or a home workspace and French doors that open directly onto well-kept communal gardens — ideal for morning coffee or easy outdoor access. The kitchen delivers useful storage and worktop space while the double bedroom includes a built-in mirrored wardrobe.
Practical running costs and conveniences suit a first-time buyer or commuter: allocated off-street parking, gas central heating, double glazing and a very modest council tax band. The flat is a compact 442 sq ft, so it’s straightforward to manage and presents either a move-in home or an entry-level buy-to-let opportunity given the area’s good transport links and local amenities.
Important tenure and cost details: the property is leasehold with 105 years remaining, a current service charge around £1,800 per year and ground rent of £200. Broadband speeds are average and some local schools have mixed Ofsted outcomes. Prospective buyers should budget for standard leasehold administration costs (e.g., lease packs) and verify measurements and appliance conditions during survey and solicitor checks.
Overall, this apartment suits someone seeking an affordable, low-upkeep base close to shops, green spaces and commuter routes. It offers straightforward living with clear running costs — balanced by leasehold charges that buyers should factor into affordability calculations.
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