Summary - Flat 10, Craig House, Marmion Avenue PO5 2BL
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Top-floor two-bedroom flat with balcony, garage and long lease in central Southsea.
Top-floor two-bedroom flat with lift access
Westerly balcony with rooftop and church views
Garage and external storage/cycle shed included
Long lease: 157 years remaining
Service charge approx £1,497.08 per year
Single bathroom; mid‑century construction may need updates
Double glazing and gas central heating throughout
Local area: central Southsea, higher crime statistics
Set on the top floor of a popular central Southsea block, this two-bedroom flat offers a bright lounge, westerly balcony with rooftop views and lift access to all floors. The apartment includes gas central heating, double glazing, an outside storage shed and an included garage — practical extras for city living and commuting.
The accommodation is well laid out with two good-sized bedrooms, a fitted kitchen and a single bathroom. The lease is long (157 years remaining) and service charges average £1,497.08 per year. Council Tax is band B for 2025/26. The block dates from the late 1960s/early 1970s and external and communal upkeep may reflect its age.
Suitable for first-time buyers or investors seeking central Southsea proximity and rental appeal, the flat is in a cosmopolitan student and professional neighbourhood close to shops, transport and the seafront. Note the area records higher local crime statistics and some properties of this era have limited wall insulation; buyers should factor potential refurbishment or energy-improvement costs into their plans.
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