Summary - Flat 4, 20 Lennox Road South PO5 2HT
3 bed 1 bath Flat
Central Southsea location ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors.
Three double/single bedrooms across a generous 840 sq ft layout
Top-floor apartment with high ceilings and period features
Share of freehold with long 985-year lease; chain free sale
Short walk to Palmerston Road shops, bars and Southsea seafront
Compact kitchen and a single bathroom; may need modernising
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated — potential energy upgrades needed
Local area records higher crime rates; important for buyers/tenants
Council Tax Band B (cheap) and excellent mobile/fast broadband
Set on the top floor of a characterful Victorian building, this three-bedroom apartment combines period charm with practical benefits ideal for a first-time buyer or investor. The living/dining room features high ceilings, hardwood floors and a period fireplace that give the main rooms strong kerb appeal. Two double bedrooms plus a single provide flexible sleeping or rental layouts across approximately 840 sq ft.
Practical ownership is straightforward: the property is chain free with a long lease (985 years) and a share of freehold, removing common leasehold headaches. Its central Southsea location places Palmerston Road’s cafes and bars moments away, with the seafront within easy walking distance — a genuine lifestyle draw for buyers and holiday-let demand.
Buyers should note a few material points. The kitchen is compact and the apartment has a single bathroom, which may limit household convenience or require upgrading. The building’s walls are cavity construction with assumed no insulation, so some thermal improvements could be needed. The local area records higher crime levels, which is an important consideration for residents and tenants.
Overall this is a well-located, character-filled apartment with clear potential: move-in ready for many buyers with cosmetic updates, or attractive to investors seeking a centrally positioned rental with future uplift from targeted refurbishment.
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