Summary - Clarence Parade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 PO5 2HZ
3 bed 2 bath Flat
Extensive split-level penthouse across three floors
Front-aspect lounge with decked balcony and Common/sea views
Large kitchen/breakfast room with rooftop outlooks
Two double bedrooms, both with ensuites; master with sea views
Flexible third room ideal as dining room or bedroom
Very long lease (approx. 990 years); 16% share of freehold
Service charge approx. £3,957.84 per year
No private parking; permit parking and higher local crime levels
Set on Clarence Parade, this split-level penthouse occupies the top floors of an imposing Victorian seafront building, delivering expansive rooms, high ceilings and memorable views over Southsea Common, the Solent and the Isle of Wight. The layout spans three levels and feels more like a house than a flat, with a generous kitchen/breakfast room, a front-aspect lounge opening onto a decked balcony, and flexible space suitable as a dining room or third bedroom.
Two double bedrooms both include ensuite facilities, and the master benefits from elevated windows with sea and Common views. Period features such as sash windows, high skirtings, picture rails and a carved staircase remain intact, giving strong character while the property also offers practical updates like double glazing, gas central heating and a separate utility/WC.
Practical considerations: the home is leasehold with a very long lease (approx. 990 years) and a notable annual maintenance charge (approx. £3,957.84). There is no private parking; on-street parking operates by permit, and council tax is Band D. The immediate area has higher crime levels than average, so buyers should factor security and local environment into their decision.
This apartment will suit buyers seeking a substantial seafront home with period charm and standout views — families or couples who value space and location — and investors attracted to a large, lettable penthouse in central Southsea. An internal inspection is recommended to appreciate the scale and split-level flow.
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