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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SO15 2LX
Sold STCListed 607 days
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About
Nestled in a quiet, family friendly cul-de-sac in the heart of Banister Park, with popular schooling nearby, this beautifully presented and characterful detached family home offers a unique blend of charm, space, and practicality.
Thoughtfully extended and altered, the property now provides a highly functional and sociable layout, perfect for modern family living.
From the roadside, the home exudes curb appeal with its classic red brick facade, complemented by a maturely planted front garden and a private driveway with an EV charger.
Upon entering through the original door with stained glass windows, a welcoming hallway greets you, complete with stairs leading to the first floor and a conveniently positioned WC beneath.
The ground floor features two versatile reception rooms.
The front-facing sitting room benefits from a large bay window that fills the space with natural light from its southerly aspect, while a charming focal fireplace adds warmth and character.
The second reception room, also with a charming focal fireplace has direct access to the garden, serves as an ideal additional lounge or even a fourth bedroom with convenience of the ground floor shower room.
The heart of the home is the stunning extended kitchen-dining room, designed to be both practical and sociable.
Flooded with natural light from multiple triple glazed roof windows and bi-folding doors opening onto the garden, this space is perfect for family gatherings.
The kitchen itself is well-appointed with a range of base and wall cabinetry, oak work surfaces, and provisions for appliances.
A handy additional shower room, featuring a mosaic-tiled shower and wash basin, is accessible from the kitchen and benefits from further natural light through another roof window.
Both of these spaces have underfloor heating, and there is an internal door providing access to the garage.
Upstairs, the landing is bright and airy thanks to a side window and offers access to the boarded loft.
The three well-proportioned bedrooms include two spacious doubles, both nearly identical in size, providing ample room for all furnishings, along with an original sink in bedroom two.
A well-equipped four-piece family bathroom completes the first floor.
To the rear, the beautifully established garden featuring a mix of patio areas, lawn, and an abundance of mature plants and trees, is an inviting outdoor space is perfect for both relaxation and play.
Offering a wonderful combination of character, charm, and modern practicality, this delightful home is a rare find in such a desirable location, being in easy reach of Southampton Common, Mainline Train Station and everything the vibrant city centre offers.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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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About 8, Banister Gardens, Southampton
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