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Helena Road, Southsea PO4 9RH

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Floorplan 1Floorplan 2
2

Description

A renovation project with truly immense potential: enjoying a prime location immediately OFF THE SEAFRONT, this substantial and imposing DETACHED 5 BEDROOM CHARACTER RESIDENCE is available to the open market for the first time in over 40 years, now presenting as a rare and highly desirable blank canvas opportunity for an incoming family to create a home of genuine quality and merit. Helena Road runs from Eastern Parade to Salisbury Road, the former being widely regarded as the area's premier residential address. A Conservation Area (No. 29: Craneswater & Eastern Parade), this highly sought-after position is a level walk of minutes only from Seafront leisure and recreation facilities and the open beach, whilst Southsea Town Centre, with its comprehensive public amenities, is just three-quarters of a mile away. A superior and imposing Edwardian residence built in the Mock Tudor style, No. 2 itself affords a generous and well-proportioned 3700 sq ft approx. of living space arranged over four floors. A deep forecourt provides a private driveway in front of a large garage/workshop, and to the rear is an enclosed patio garden with easterly aspect. Presented now with the benefit of NO ONWARD CHAIN, and retaining many of its period features, the house is, as stated, IN NEED OF COMPREHENSIVE MODERNISATION AND RESTORATION, a position amply reflected in a keen and competitive asking price which allows a new owner huge scope to implement their own tastes and ideas, adding significant value, and creating a home with much to commend it. Full particulars of this exceptional opportunity are given as follows and early enquiry is urged:

Steps up to canopied main entrance, having a pair of panelled storm doors, with fanlight, to:

LOBBY - 2.44m x 2.24m (8'0" x 7'4")

Coved ceiling. Quarry-tiled floor. Cloaks rail. Inner door, with period stained-glass lead-light panels and similar surround, to:

RECEPTION HALL

Coved ceiling with period rose. Fine period staircase to upper floors, having turned-wood balustrade. Double panel radiator.

LIVING ROOM - 5.49m x 5.13m (18'0" x 16'10")

Coved ceiling with period rose. Wide splay bay window to front elevation. Regency-style fire surround. Two double panel radiators.

DINING ROOM - 5.64m x 4.27m (18'6" x 14'0")

Coved ceiling with period rose. Sash window to front elevation. Built-in dresser. Two double panel radiators. Door to Kitchen/Breakfast Room. Door to Rear Lounge. Part-glazed door to:

CONSERVATORY - 4.65m x 2.46m (15'3" x 8'1")

Brick, under a reinforced-glass roof. Part-glazed door leading to rear garden. Similar to:

ROOF TERRACE - 4.83m x 4.27m (15'10" x 14'0")

Brick balustrade. Positioned above the property's attached garage.

REAR LOUNGE - 4.88m x 4.6m (16'0" x 15'1")

Being an early extension to the main house. A dual-aspect room having two sash windows to the rear, one to the south elevation. Coved ceiling. Period-style fire surround. Three double panel radiators.

 

Steps down from Reception Hall to:

LOWER HALL

Access to Semi-Basement.

CLOAKROOM & W.C.

White low flush w.c.  and pedestal handbasin. Single panel radiator. One large and one small obscure-glass sash window. Vitrolite tiling to lower walls.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - 6.25m x 3.4m (20'6" x 11'2")

Fitted base and wall cupboards, work surfaces with tiled surround, twin bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Walk-in pantry. Double panel radiator. Two windows to rear elevation, obscure-glass sash window to the side. Side entrance door.

FIRST HALF LANDING

Coved ceiling. Feature period, stained-glass, lead-light window to north elevation.

BEDROOM ONE - 4.22m x 3.4m (13'10" x 11'2")

Coved ceiling. Sash window to rear elevation. Built-in wardrobe. Tiled fireplace. Double panel radiator.

MAIN FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

Coved ceiling. Window to south elevation. Double panel radiator.

BATHROOM & W.C. - 2.44m x 2.24m (8'0" x 7'4")

White suite comprising: panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal handbasin, low flush w.c., and bidet. Single panel radiator. Tiled walls. High-level storage cupboard. Obscure-glass casement window to front elevation.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM (2) - 5.41m x 4.8m (17'9" x 15'9")

Coved ceiling. Wide, splay bay window to front elevation. Pair of fitted wardrobes. Two double panel radiators.

BEDROOM THREE - 5.38m x 4.27m (17'8" x 14'0")

A dual-aspect room with two sash windows to the rear, one to the front. Fitted wardrobes. Two double panel radiators. Oval inset handbasin.

UPPER HALF LANDING

CLOAKROOM & W.C.

High flush w.c., handbasin (cold). Skylight.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM - 4.27m x 3.38m (14'0" x 11'1")

Measurements include partitioned Dressing Area with walk-in store cupboard off. Coloured suite comprising: panelled bath, pedestal handbasin, and tiled shower cubicle. Double panel radiator. Sash window to rear elevation.

TOP (2nd) FLOOR

LANDING

Skylight. Access to eaves storage.

BEDROM FOUR - 5.77m x 4.27m (18'11" x 14'0")

Casement window to south elevation. Built-in wardrobe. Period cast-iron fireplace. Double panel radiator.

BEDROOM FIVE - 4.5m x 3.99m (14'9" x 13'1")

Casement window to front elevation. Fitted wardrobe. Period cast-iron fireplace with inset decorative tiles. Double panel radiator.

SEMI-BASEMENT

Ceiling Height: 9'0  (2.74m) approx.

HALLWAY - 5.66m x 2.24m (18'7" x 7'4")

Single panel radiator. Sash window to side elevation. Cupboard housing fuse boxes and electricity meter. Fitted storage cupboards.

WINE STORE - 2.72m x 1.68m (8'11" x 5'6")

Single panel radiator.

UTILITY ROOM - 2.46m x 2.18m (8'1" x 7'2")

Sash window to side elevation. Fitted cupboards and shelves. Plumbing for washing machine.

FRONT ROOM - 5.23m x 5.13m (17'2" x 16'10")

Wide, splay bay window to front elevation. Double panel radiator.

REAR ROOM - 4.32m x 4.22m (14'2" x 13'10")

Fitted cupboards, one housing hot water tank and slatted shelves. Two built-in storage cupboards, one housing 'Vaillant' gas fired central heating boiler. Access to sub-floor storage spaces. Steps and door to:

GARAGE/WORKSHOP - 10.06m x 3.05m (33'0" x 10'0")

Ceiling height 6'7 (2.01m). Folding and sliding vehicular door. Light and power.

OUTSIDE

FRONT

Width: 45'0 (13.72m)  Depth: 27'0 (8.23m) Generous garden forecourt having westerly aspect and a walled surround. Pair of wrought-iron vehicular gates to PRIVATE DRIVEWAY affording deep off-street parking space in front of the attached Garage/Workshop.

REAR

Width: 45'0 (13.72m) Depth: 20'0 (6.10m) Enclosed courtyard garden with easterly aspect; laid to paving with walled surround. Pedestrian access to front of house via Side Porch.

COUNCIL TAX

Band 'G' - £3,634.87 per annum (2025-26).

EPC

Energy Rating  'E' (Floor Area 343 sq m approx.)

VIEWING

By appointment with SOLE AGENTS,
D. M. NESBIT & CO.
(17965/056408)

Brochures

Brochure 1Full Details
COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: G
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage,Off street
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Nesbits, Southsea

7 Clarendon Road, Southsea, PO5 2ED
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Established in 1921 as an independent practice of Estate Agents, Chartered Surveyors & Auctioneers, and at our address in the heart of Southsea Town Centre since 1965, Nesbit & Co are very much a recognised and trusted name in Estate Agency.

We have carved out a strong reputation among our competitors, based upon the highest standards of service, true professionalism, and a tenacious attitude to our clients’ interests – qualities which, when combined with deep local knowledge and a level of experience second to none (Robin Evans, our Head of Residential Sales, having been with the firm since 1973), allow us to stand out from the field.

Operating throughout Portsmouth and the immediate surrounds, Nesbit & Co handle the sale of all types of residential property. As well as conventional marketing, we are uniquely placed to offer clients the often desirable option of sale by Public Auction through the city’s only Property Auction Saleroom. Probate sales are a speciality. Our associated Antique & Fine Art Division can assist with the valuation and disposal of chattels, ranging from single items to entire house contents.

For all your property needs, choose a name you can rely on – Nesbit & Co.

Established in 1921 as an independent practice of Estate Agents, Chartered Surveyors & Auctioneers, and at our address in the heart of Southsea Town Centre since 1965, Nesbit & Co are very much a recognised and trusted name in Estate Agency.

We have carved out a strong reputation among our competitors, based upon the highest standards of service, true professionalism, and a tenacious attitude to our clients' interests - qualities which, when combined with deep local knowledge and a level of experience second to none (Robin Evans, our Head of Residential Sales, having been with the firm since 1973), allow us to stand out from the field.

Operating throughout Portsmouth and the immediate surrounds, Nesbit & Co handle the sale of all types of residential property. As well as conventional marketing, we are uniquely placed to offer clients the often desirable option of sale by Public Auction through the city's only Property Auction Saleroom. Probate sales are a speciality. Our associated Antique & Fine Art Division can assist with the valuation and disposal of chattels, ranging from single items to entire house contents.

For all your property needs, choose a name you can rely on - Nesbit & Co.

Affordability

Monthly repayments£4,990
Property: £ 995,000
Deposit: £ 99,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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