Bernard Street, Southampton

Grade II Listed 4-Bed Townhouse | Self-Contained Basement Unit | Private Garden | No Service Charges | Prime City Centre Location

Leasehold (982 Years Remaining) | No Onward Chain

Not an apartment – a complete, self-contained Georgian townhouse offering significantly more space, privacy and value than nearby converted flats. Includes a separate entrance basement suite with income potential, private south-facing garden, and zero management or service fees. Versatile layout ideal for families, professionals, or investors. Previous planning consent for extension or conversion already granted.

This elegant Grade II Listed townhouse offers a rare opportunity to own a full period home in Southampton’s highly regarded Old Town / Oxford Street Conservation Area – and represents exceptional value when compared directly to nearby converted apartment schemes.

While 2-bedroom apartments in similar listed buildings (such as Latimer Gate) currently sell for £275,000 – £300,000, here you get 1,254 sq ft of flexible accommodation, four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, your own front door, a private garden, and a self-contained unit potenial  – all for less than the price of two apartments. Unlike apartments, there are no restrictive management fees, no service charges, and ground rent is a nominal peppercorn.

Offered with no onward chain, this well-presented home has been loved and maintained by the current owners for 18 years, and has recently been redecorated throughout. It combines beautiful original features – including high ceilings, original floorboards and tall sash windows – with practical modern upgrades and a layout designed for flexible living.

Accommodation Breakdown

Basement Level. Easily able to use as Self-Contained Suite (Own Front Entrance)

A standout feature with huge potential – a private entrance leads down to a light and versatile space currently used as a bedroom/living area with fitted workspace. This level includes a modern en-suite shower room and storage. Perfect for independent living, guests, older children, or as a rental unit capable of generating £850 – £950 per month (subject to necessary consents).

Ground Floor

Welcoming entrance hallway with access to all floors and garden.

Bedroom Three: Generous double room with original floorboards, sash window with shutters, and radiator.

Rear hallway with natural light from a garden-facing window, plus utility area plumbed for washing machine and tumble dryer.

First Floor – The Heart of the Home

An impressive, bright open-plan living/kitchen/dining room – designed as the main family space – enhanced by a large front bay window and high ceilings.

Kitchen Area: Fitted with a quality Howdens range of units, including integrated Bosch dishwasher, electric oven/hob with extractor, and space for fridge/freezer. Ample work surfaces and a breakfast bar make this ideal for entertaining.

Family Shower Room: Modernised walk-in shower room with Aqualisa mixer (cartridge replaced 2025), new rainhead, tiling, radiator, and new extractor fan.

Upper Floor

Light and open landing leading to:

Bedroom One: Spacious double bedroom with windows to front elevation.

En-suite Shower Room: Modern suite with Aqualisa mixer (cartridge replaced 2025), tiling, radiator and new extractor fan.

Bedroom Two: Well-proportioned double room.

Loft

Part-boarded storage area, with potential for further use (subject to consents).

Outside

Enviable south-facing private rear garden, enclosed by brick walls and timber fencing. A secluded, low-maintenance space perfect for relaxing or alfresco dining – a rare luxury in the city centre. 

Location & Practicalities

Located on Bernard Street, you are approximately 0.4 miles from Ocean Village Marina, West Quay Shopping Centre, Mayflower Park and the waterfront – putting the very best of Southampton right on your doorstep.

• Parking: City centre residents’ on-street permit scheme available, plus a public car park just 2 minutes’ walk away.

• Tenure: Leasehold – 999-year lease with 982 years remaining. Ground rent is a peppercorn (nil value), with no annual service charges or management fees.

• Development Potential: Lapsed planning permission was previously approved for a rear extension and/or conversion into two separate flats – offering significant scope to add value or adapt the property further.

Ideal for buyers who want the character of a listed building, the convenience of city centre living, and the flexibility of a home that works now – and can grow with you later.