Summary - St Andrews Road, Southsea PO5 1ET
3 bed 2 bath Apartment
Spacious ground‑floor home with private gardens and flexible basement space.
Three double bedrooms each with an en‑suite shower room
Sole use of front and rear private gardens and decking
Converted basement provides flexible extra living or office space
50% share of freehold; 989 years remaining on 999‑year lease
Potential to convert front garden to parking subject to consents
Built before 1900; cavity walls assumed uninsulated — may need upgrades
Council Tax Band A — comparatively low annual cost
Local area classified as deprived with above‑average crime rates
This spacious three-bedroom garden flat occupies the ground floor of an attractive Victorian semi‑detached house and combines period detail with contemporary living. High ceilings, sash windows and ornate cornicing sit alongside a conservatory-style bay and a fitted kitchen/diner, creating a welcoming family environment. Each of the three bedrooms has its own en‑suite, helping busy households and guests keep their privacy.
The property comes with sole use of front and rear gardens and the converted basement provides flexible extra space for a home office, playroom or guest area. A 2015 999‑year lease extension leaves 989 years remaining and the sale includes a 50% share of freehold, with maintenance costs shared equally with the upper flat. There is potential to convert the front garden to off‑road parking, subject to the necessary planning consents.
Buyers should note practical considerations: the building dates from before 1900 and cavity walls are assumed to have no insulation, so upgrading thermal performance may be needed. The local area is classified as deprived with above‑average crime levels, so prospective purchasers should assess neighbourhood suitability. Council tax sits in Band A, keeping running costs relatively low.
Overall, this is a roomy, characterful home suited to families or purchasers seeking adaptable ground‑floor living with private outdoor space and long lease security. The property offers immediate liveability with clear potential for targeted improvements to heating and insulation, and possible parking conversion subject to permission.
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