1-bedroom flat · SO18 1HJ
No longer listedListed 23 days
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About
This one bedroom first floor flat is available to let in the SO18 area of Southampton and is presented in good condition.
The property offers a straightforward layout with one bedroom and one bathroom, providing practical accommodation well suited to a single occupant or couple.
Positioned in a residential setting off Cobbett Road, the flat is conveniently placed for local amenities in Bitterne.
Bitterne Centre offers supermarkets, a range of shops, cafés and everyday services, all within easy reach.
Riverside walks and green spaces can be enjoyed along the nearby River Itchen, providing opportunities for outdoor leisure close to home.
Southampton city centre is accessible by bus or car, offering a wider selection of retail, dining and entertainment options, as well as the city’s cultural and maritime attractions around the waterfront and Ocean Village.
The area also provides straightforward road links towards the M27 for access across the South Coast.
Public transport is available via nearby bus routes running into central Southampton and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Rail services can be accessed from stations in the Southampton area, including Southampton Central and Bitterne, with services towards destinations such as London, Portsmouth and Bournemouth.
Typical journey times to London from Southampton Central are around 1 hour 20 minutes.
This one bedroom first floor flat to let provides a practical base in Southampton’s SO18 district, within reach of local shops, riverside walks and wider city amenities, supported by bus and rail connections across the region.
EPC rating: D.
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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