Summary - Flat 25, Empress Heights, College Street SO14 3LA
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Move-in ready city flat near Ocean Village marina, ideal for first-time buyers or landlords.
- Second-floor modern apartment, walkable to Ocean Village
- Principal bedroom with en-suite and private balcony
- Open-plan kitchen/lounge with dual-aspect natural light
- One allocated secure indoor parking space included
- Fast FTTP broadband and excellent mobile signal
- Leasehold: c.114 years remaining; ground rent £250
- Annual service charge circa £3,200 (verify with solicitor)
- Electric heating only; no mains gas, and higher local crime
This immaculately presented two-bedroom apartment occupies the second floor of a modern purpose-built block, a short walk from Ocean Village Marina and Southampton city amenities. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite and private balcony, while the open-plan kitchen/lounge has dual-aspect windows that flood the space with light. An allocated secure parking space and communal roof terrace add practical city-living advantages.
Offered with no forward chain and about 114 years remaining on the lease, the flat suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a ready-to-move-in property. Additional practical features include double glazing, FTTP broadband, and an indoor parking bay. The layout is traditional and efficient, with two double bedrooms and two bathrooms providing straightforward rental or owner-occupier use.
Buyers should note the property is electric-heated (no gas) and the annual service charge is relatively high at around £3,200, with ground rent currently £250 per year. The local area is classified as a cosmopolitan student neighbourhood with higher-than-average crime levels; purchasers should consider location suitability depending on household needs or rental strategy.
Overall this apartment offers low-maintenance, modern city living with good connectivity and leisure options nearby. It provides clear potential for a comfortable first home or an income-producing investment, provided buyers factor in running costs, tenure details, and the neighbourhood profile.
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