Summary - IMPERIAL APARTMENTS 315 SOUTH WESTERN HOUSE SOUTHAMPTON SO14 3AL
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable central one-bed with period charm — suited to investors or hands-on buyers.
- Grade II listed Edwardian building, high ceilings and period features
- Third-floor one-bedroom flat, approx 55m2 / 593 sq ft
- EPC rating C; electric storage heating and double glazing
- Leasehold with c.99 years remaining (check legal pack for exact term)
- High service charge (believed ~£8,007 pa); ground rent low (~£100 pa)
- Sold at auction — immediate deposit and fees apply on success
- Listed status may restrict alterations and increase repair costs
- Central city location close to docks, station, and strong rental demand
A compact one-bedroom apartment in a Grade II listed Edwardian building, offered for sale by online auction. The third-floor flat (approx. 55m2 / 593 sq ft) sits in Southampton city centre, close to the docks and mainline rail links, making it convenient for commuters and city-based renters. High original ceilings and period character contrast with a mostly modernised interior and neutral finishes in the kitchen and living area.
This is a leasehold lot with 99 years remaining (title states a 125-year term from 1999). Service charges are high (believed about £8,007 pa) with a modest ground rent (believed £100 pa) — buyers should review the legal pack closely for confirmed figures and any additional estate obligations. The building’s listed status means repairs and alterations may require specialist consent and could add cost or restriction.
Heating is by electric storage heaters and the property has double glazing; the EPC is a C. The flat has not been inspected by the auctioneer and appliances/services are untested, so purchasing at auction carries the usual risks. There is no flood risk, mobile signal and broadband are good, and the area is lively with strong student and city-centre rental demand.
This lot suits a hands-on investor or buyer seeking affordable city-centre entry with character — particularly those prepared to manage leasehold costs and listed-building constraints. It may also suit a first-time buyer seeking a central pied-à-terre, but purchasers should budget for service charges, potential listed-building maintenance and ensure they understand auction purchase obligations.
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