Summary - Millbrook Road East, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 SO15 1JA
1 bed 1 bath Penthouse
One-bedroom penthouse with terrace, solar panels and long lease near station..
Wrap-around private roof terrace with city views
A light-filled one-bedroom penthouse with a large wrap-around private roof terrace and generous communal gardens, set within a historic Tudor Revival block just minutes from Southampton city centre and the central railway station. The apartment benefits from roof-mounted PV solar panels that supply electricity and hot water, plus a high-quality fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and three built-in storage cupboards — practical features that lower running costs and maximise everyday convenience.
The flat is compact at around 454 sq ft and arranged in an open-plan layout, making it an easy-to-manage home for a first-time buyer or someone downsizing. The long lease (997 years) removes common leasehold timing concerns, and on-site residents parking and secure gated access add practical value. Service charge is stated at £984.40 (noted as below average) and council tax is very cheap, helping keep ongoing costs predictable.
Buyers should note material negatives plainly: the local area records very high crime rates and is classed as deprived, which may affect resale and personal safety perceptions. Heating is electric (room heaters) and the property relies on electricity as its main fuel — although solar panels offset usage, electric heating can be more costly than gas in colder months. The building’s age descriptors include both 1930 and 2021 in the data; buyers must confirm construction/renovation details and materials with their solicitor and surveyor.
This penthouse suits a buyer who wants central-city convenience with private outdoor space and low running costs from solar generation. It offers immediate move-in potential with scope to personalise the interior, while practical positives — long lease, parking, and substantial communal greenery — make it a sensible long-term urban base. Important legal, construction and safety checks should be completed pre-purchase.
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