Summary - SPRING FIRS, 221 FLAT 5 SPRING ROAD SOUTHAMPTON SO19 2NY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Move-in-ready one-bedroom flat with garden views and ultrafast broadband.
One double bedroom; 427 sq ft compact layout
17ft lounge/diner with Juliette balcony and garden view
Communal off-street parking and maintained communal gardens
Leasehold ~89 years remaining; check legal verification
Service charge ~£1,462.88 per year; ground rent £100 pa
Electric room heaters only—heating costs may be higher
EPC Grade C; double glazing; built late 1980s
Area classified as deprived/hampered aspiration locality
This one-bedroom first-floor apartment in Sholing offers a compact, modern living space ideal for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor. The open-plan 17ft lounge/diner with a Juliette balcony overlooks well-kept communal gardens, and the kitchen and bathroom are presented in good order. Ultrafast broadband is available, making the flat suitable for working from home.
Practical extras include off-street communal parking and a communal lawned garden. The flat is double glazed and was constructed in the late 1980s; the EPC is a reasonable C. Transport links into Southampton, local schools and nearby amenities make daily life straightforward.
Important facts to note: the property is leasehold with approximately 89 years remaining, an annual ground rent of £100 and an average service charge of £1,462.88 per year. Heating is by electric room heaters, which can be more expensive than gas central heating. The wider area shows higher levels of deprivation and mixed school inspection results, which may affect long-term resale in some buyer segments.
Overall, this flat is best for a buyer wanting an affordable, move-in-ready one-bedroom close to Southampton with low council tax and strong broadband, who is comfortable with a medium-length lease and quarter/annual service charges.
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