4-bedroom flat · BH6 3QS
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About
A Rare Opportunity in Central Southbourne Don’t miss the opportunity to put your own stamp on this one-of-a-kind property with around 1,350 sq ft of living space over two floors, just a five-minute walk from the award-winning Southbourne beach.
For those who appreciate coastal living, this location offers the perfect balance of seaside tranquillity and urban convenience.
Morning walks along the shoreline, time on the sand, and watersports are all on your doorstep, alongside the vibrant cafés, shops, and amenities of Southbourne High Street.
This is a work in progress property offering a genuine opportunity to create something highly individual in a sought-after coastal location.
The building provides strong foundations and significant scope for completion and improvement, making it ideal for buyers looking to design a home around their own needs and vision.
• A property in transition, with areas requiring completion • Flexible layout offering multiple future configuration opportunities • Suitable for a range of buyers including owner-occupiers, investors, or bespoke project seekers • Pricing reflects the current condition and level of work still required • Located in a popular and well-connected coastal area What immediately stands out is the way you arrive.
Access is via a private gate from the rear of Southbourne Grove, giving the property a tucked-away feel despite its central location.
Beyond the gate is an enclosed welcoming garden area leading to the front door, offering space for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying outdoor living.
To the rear sits a large, detached garage, with electric garage door suitable for a workshop, storage, or creative use. Inside, the sense of space is clear from the outset.
Arranged over two floors, the layout is generous and flexible, making it ideal for anyone looking for something a little different.
At the front of the property, a standout living/dining room features impressive ceiling height and a bay window overlooking the high street, creating an inviting living space with an interesting outlook and a real sense of connection to the local community.
The first floor also includes a spacious double bedroom with high ceilings and an exposed brick feature wall, alongside a striking main bathroom with bold, design-led finishes including an orange floor with underfloor heating, corrugated detailing, a custom green sink with copper pipe fittings.
The kitchen/breakfast room is well-proportioned and benefits from plenty of natural light, but represents one of the key areas requiring attention, offering a fantastic opportunity to design and create a space tailored to your own style and needs.
The upper floor offers three additional well-proportioned bedrooms suitable for a variety of uses including home offices, hobby or creative spaces.
Property Information: • Tenure: Leasehold (113 years remaining) • Ground Rent: £200 per annum • No service charge • No forward chain In Summary: This is a rare coastal opportunity with strong foundations, generous space, and clear potential.
While the property requires completion in areas, it offers a flexible and exciting opportunities for buyers looking to create something truly individual in a prime Southbourne location.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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