Summary - 1 FLAT 1 PORTCHESTER PLACE BOURNEMOUTH BH8 8JS
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Light-filled ground-level apartment with parking and garden access near town.
Victorian period building with high ceilings and large windows
One double bedroom, approximately 460 sq ft total internal area
Leasehold with 123 years remaining — review charges and terms
Off-street parking and access to large communal garden
Double glazing installed post-2002; mains gas boiler and radiators
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated — consider insulation costs
Area classified as very deprived and high local crime rate
Very low council tax; excellent mobile signal and fast broadband
This one-bedroom ground-floor apartment sits in a handsome early 20th-century red-brick building a short distance from Bournemouth town centre and the seafront. At about 460 sq ft it delivers generous ceiling heights and large windows that flood the living room with light, while double glazing and gas central heating offer practical comfort year-round. Off-street parking and access to a sizeable communal garden give outdoor space that’s rare at this price point.
The layout is straightforward and low-maintenance, making the home easy to run for a first-time buyer or a buy-to-let investor. The long lease (123 years remaining) and very low council tax add affordability, while excellent mobile reception and fast broadband support working from home. The property’s period features and room proportions provide scope to personalise the finish and add value through cosmetic updates.
Buyers should note material local factors: the neighbourhood has a high crime rate and is classed as very deprived, reflecting social and economic pressures in the immediate area. The building’s cavity walls are assumed to lack insulation, so prospective purchasers should budget for potential improvement works to improve thermal performance. Tenure is leasehold — check service charges and ground rent details before exchange. Overall, this is a competitively priced, characterful one-bedroom with clear potential for those prepared to accept location-related trade-offs.
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