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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · SO18 4SZ
Sold STCListed 249 days
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About
INTRODUCTION Situated in the highly sought-after area of Midanbury, this well-presented two bedroom semi-detached house offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers and young families alike.
With well-proportioned accommodation, landscaped gardens, off-road parking, and a detached garage, this home combines comfort and practicality in a desirable setting.
LOCATION Midanbury is close to Bitterne which has a thriving centre that offers a good range of shops, general amenities and a railway station.
Southampton's city centre with its broad range of shops including WestQuay shopping centre, its bars, cinemas, restaurants, amenities and mainline railway station is within easy reach, along with Southampton Airport being around twenty minutes away.
All main motorway access routes are also close by including M27, M3 & A3 to London.
INSIDE Upon entering through the UPVC front door, you are welcomed into a bright entrance porch featuring tiled flooring, a radiator, a double glazed side window, and stairs rising to the first floor.
The porch provides access to the main living areas. The lounge is positioned to the front of the property and benefits from a double glazed window allowing for plenty of natural light.
The room is finished with carpeted flooring and a radiator, creating a comfortable and inviting living space. An open access leads seamlessly into the dining room.
The dining room overlooks the rear garden via double glazed patio doors, offering an ideal space for entertaining or family meals.
Additional features include carpeted flooring, a radiator, and a useful understairs storage cupboard. From here, there is direct access to the kitchen.
The fitted kitchen enjoys views over the rear garden through a double glazed window and has a double glazed side door providing external access.
Finished with tiled flooring, the kitchen offers a range of wall and base units with roll-top work surfaces and an inset stainless steel sink.
Integrated appliances include a fridge freezer, washing machine, oven, and hob with extractor over. The first floor landing features carpeted flooring, a loft hatch, and access to all principal rooms.
Bedroom one is a generously sized double room with a double glazed window to the front, carpeted flooring, radiator, and built-in wardrobe storage.
Bedroom two is positioned at the rear of the property and benefits from a double glazed window, carpeted flooring, and a radiator.
The modern family bathroom comprises an obscure double glazed window, tiled walls and flooring, heated towel rail, panel-enclosed bath with shower over, WC, and wash hand basin.
OUTSIDE To the front, steps lead up to the entrance with the garden attractively landscaped in tiers, featuring flowerbeds and mature planting.
A pathway runs along the side of the property, leading to a wooden gate providing access to the rear garden.
The rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped and includes a hard-standing patio and shingle area directly from the back door.
Steps lead up to the upper section of the garden where off-road parking and the detached garage are located.
The garden also features flowerbeds and additional shingle areas for low maintenance enjoyment. The detached garage benefits from power, lighting, and an up-and-over door.
SERVICES Gas, electricity, water and mains drainage are connected. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by White & Guard.
Full Fibre Broadband is available with download speeds of up to 1600 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 115 Mbps. Information has been provided by the Openreach website.
EPC Rating: C Disclaimer Buyers: If you have an offer accepted on a property through White & Guard, under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (2017) we are required by law to conduct Anti Money Laundering Checks.
There is a charge of £30 + VAT for these checks per applicant.
Sellers: Upon receipt of instructions to act in the selling of your home, under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (2017) we are required by law to conduct Anti Money Laundering Checks.
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