Two double bedrooms with open-plan kitchen and sitting room
Private enclosed rear garden — rare for apartment living
Own front door, chain-free sale and long lease (c.123–125 years)
Bay windows, high ceilings and period character with modern fittings
Single bathroom only — may be limiting for sharers or families
Located yards from Southsea Common, beach and local amenities
High local crime rate — consider security and insurance implications
Fast broadband; average mobile signal, very cheap council tax
Set within a Victorian townhouse just yards from Southsea Common and the seafront, this two-bedroom garden apartment blends period character with contemporary fittings. The open-plan kitchen and sitting room, tall windows and a private enclosed rear garden give a real sense of light and outside space unusual for apartments at this price.
The layout includes two double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate utility room — practical for everyday living and first-time buyers wanting space for laundry and storage. The apartment is chain-free, has its own front door and a long lease (around 123–125 years remaining), making purchase straightforward and secure for mortgage lenders.
Practical points to note: the property is leasehold, located in a neighbourhood with higher-than-average crime statistics, and has a single bathroom. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal average. Council tax is very cheap, and the location places you within walking distance of shops, cafes, schools and transport — ideal for students, professionals or buyers seeking seaside living.
This home suits first-time buyers seeking a characterful yet low-maintenance base close to the beach, or investors looking for strong rental demand from students and professionals. Buyers should visit to assess condition and suitability, particularly given the urban location and the apartment’s single bathroom.
