Summary - OSBORNE HOUSE, 1B FLAT 17 CANUTE ROAD SOUTHAMPTON SO14 3GL
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Central Southampton flat with parking and outdoor communal space.
Top-floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom flat (approx. 692 sq ft)
Principal bedroom with en-suite and built-in storage
Allocated gated off-street parking and communal gardens
Juliet balcony provides city views and daylight
Electric storage heating — potentially higher energy costs
Leasehold with 99 years remaining; ground rent £200 pa
Service charge approx. £1,740 per year (average)
High local crime rate and deprived area classification
Set on the top floor, this two‑bedroom, two‑bathroom flat offers a practical, low‑maintenance home in central Southampton. The principal bedroom includes an en‑suite and built‑in storage; the living room opens toward a Juliet balcony for city views and light. At about 64.3 m² (692 sq ft), the layout suits first‑time buyers looking for a compact but comfortable urban base.
Practical benefits include an allocated gated parking space, communal gardens, ample hallway storage and double glazing. The building is modern (constructed c.1996–2002) and the long lease (99 years remaining) gives buying certainty for mortgage purposes. Council Tax Band C is described as affordable for the area.
Buyers should note material running and location factors: heating is by electric storage heaters, which can be more expensive than gas; there is an annual service charge (approx. £1,740) plus ground rent (£200). The immediate neighbourhood has a high crime statistic and is classified as deprived, which may affect insurability, resale speed and rental yields. There is no private garden — outdoor amenity is limited to the Juliet balcony and communal grounds.
Overall this is a sensible option for a first‑time buyer or buy‑to‑let investor seeking a modern, low‑maintenance flat in a central location with parking. The property presents straightforward living now and potential to personalise over time, but purchasers should factor service charges, heating costs and local area considerations into their budget and plans.
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