Summary - 54 BRITANNIA ROAD NORTH SOUTHSEA PO5 1SL
4 bed 2 bath Terraced
C4 HMO terrace with basement, large garden and vehicle access — chain free.
Existing C4 HMO licence — three double bedrooms and basement letting potential
Two reception rooms, modern fitted kitchen plus separate utility room
Two shower rooms (ground and first floor) — useful for multi-occupancy
Rear garden long with off-street vehicle access via private service road
Gas central heating and double glazing; EPC improvement possible
Some cosmetic modernisation required; kitchen tiling and garden need attention
Tenure not provided — buyer should verify ownership details and licences
Neighbourhood: cosmopolitan student area; recorded crime above average
A substantial mid-terraced Edwardian house in central Southsea presented with existing C4 HMO use and no onward chain. The property offers three double bedrooms, two reception rooms, a basement level with utility, a modern fitted kitchen and two shower rooms — features that suit buy-to-let owners, investors or buyers seeking flexible living space close to transport and seafront amenities.
The long rear garden with private service-road vehicle access is a standout for this street, and gas central heating plus double glazing provide practical, everyday comfort. Room proportions are generous for an inner-urban terrace and the basement adds valuable extra floor area for storage or letting rooms.
The house is liveable but not fully finished to a contemporary standard. There is some scope for modernisation and cosmetic updating (kitchen tiling and garden require attention). Construction details suggest original cavity walls with no added insulation, so energy upgrades could improve EPC and running costs. Tenure details are not provided and prospective buyers should confirm this and check HMO licensing requirements before purchase.
Location strengths include proximity to Fratton transport links, local shops and Southsea seafront. Note the neighbourhood profile is a cosmopolitan student and professional mix and recorded crime is above average; this is relevant for owner-occupiers considering long-term family use but typical for investment properties in the area.
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