Summary - 33A ALBERT ROAD SOUTHSEA PO5 2SE
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact one-bed with long lease and low ground rent in lively Southsea.
One-bedroom leasehold apartment with open-plan living and kitchen
Second versatile room suitable as office, dressing room or occasional bed
Long lease (164 years) and nominal ground rent (£1)
Modest service charge of approximately £1,200 per year
Total area about 453 sq ft — average-sized city flat
Located in a busy, mixed-use Victorian street with urban noise potential
Neighbourhood popular with students and professionals; good rental demand
Local crime levels are above average — consider security measures
This one-bedroom leasehold apartment on Albert Road offers a compact, city-centre home or investment in lively Southsea. The open-plan kitchen and living area make efficient use of the 453 sq ft, and a second versatile room works well as a home office, dressing area or occasional guest space.
Practical ownership benefits include a long 164-year lease, nominal ground rent of £1 and a modestly priced service charge of around £1,200 per year. The modern bathroom and period exterior add kerb appeal while the flat’s location places shops, transport and leisure amenities within easy walking distance.
Notable considerations: the property sits in a cosmopolitan neighbourhood popular with students and professionals and records above-average local crime, which may influence security and rental demand. The apartment is average-sized and located in a mixed-use Victorian building, so some urban noise and footfall from nearby commercial units is possible. Buyers should factor the annual service charge and check what it covers.
Overall, this flat is a straightforward, affordable entry to the Southsea market or a compact rental opportunity for investors seeking low upfront tenure costs and flexible layout potential.
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