Room in a Shared Flat, Orchard Road, PO4
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathrooms
- Southsea
Welcome to your next home in Central Southsea, just a short stroll from Fratton railway station and the vibrant heart of Portsmouth. This fully renovated property offers two large double bedrooms available individually, ideal for professionals, commuters, or discerning tenants seeking quality living and convenience.
If you are comparing this with studio flats in Southsea, this is worth considering. Most studios at this price do not include bills, internet, TV licence or high-quality furnishings. Here, you get a large private double bedroom in a modern shared home, with predictable monthly outgoings and a better overall finish.
**Please note just one room is available. ** The other room is already taken by a working professional, so this home would suit another professional looking for a clean, comfortable and well-kept place to live.
While there isn't a pet at this property right now, you are welcome to move in with your pet.🛏️ The Rooms
Each room is designed to feel like your own private sanctuary:
- Large double rooms
- High-quality furniture
- Orthopaedic mattress
- 4K Smart TV included
- 10 power sockets - ideal for home working
- Excellent natural light
- New high-quality double glazing for comfort
🏡 The Property
Fully renovated throughout:
- Brand new kitchen
- Highly functional kitchen with swivel corner units, pull-outs & hidden drawers
- Top-range microwave, fridge & washer dryer
- New bathroom
- New energy-efficient boiler and radiators
- Smart boiler controls - set heating from your phone
- Video doorbell with app controls
- Paved garden space
- EPC Rating C
💡 Bills Included
Up to £2,000 per year total utility allowance for the property, covering:
- Gas
- Electricity
- Water & wastewater
- High-speed broadband
- TV licence
At a £2k annual utility cap, this is exceptional value for Southsea. Council tax is not included.
📍 Location & Local Amenities
Positioned in the PO4 (Southsea), this property sits in one of Portsmouth's most convenient residential areas, with excellent local amenities on your doorstep:
- 30 seconds' walk to Lidl
- Under 5 minutes to Tesco, Costa, B&Q and retail park amenities
- Three gyms within 5 minutes - 24/7 Fitness, Fusion Fitness, Anytime Fitness
- 2–3 minutes' walk to Fratton Station
- 10 minutes' walk to Southsea Seafront
- 10 minutes' walk to Albert Road - Southsea's best independents restuarants, bars and cafes
- Excellent transport links - buses and trains to Portsmouth city centre and beyond
Southsea itself combines the charm of seaside living with vibrant urban convenience, parks and cultural spots just minutes away.
Rooms locally may advertise from £600–£700, but typically with:
- Lower spec furnishings
- Older properties
- Shared areas in disrepair
- Everything held together with duct tape and a prayer
- Bills on top
- No smart controls or upgrades
This property is positioned for professionals who value:
✔ Quality
✔ Location
✔ Comfort
✔ Predictable monthly costs
Available to move in now.
Viewings available by appointment.
For tenancy, references will be required, along with a deposit equivalent to one month's rent.Available rooms
Room
Max Tenants
Size
Monthly Rent
Deposit
Bedroom 1
AvailableMax Tenants: 1
Size: Double
Monthly Rent: £900.00
Deposit: £900.00
Room: Already let
Already letMax Tenants: xxxxxxxx
Size: xxxxxxxx
Monthly Rent: £x,xxx.xx
Deposit: £xxx.xx
Price & Bills
| Deposit | £900.00 |
| Rent PCM | £900.00 |
| Bills Included | |
| Broadband | View Offers |
Tenant Preference
| Student Friendly | |
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Families Allowed
The landlord has indicated they are unable to accept families. Landlords are only able to refuse applicants on this basis where one of the following exceptions applies:
The landlord has confirmed that one of these exceptions applies. You can still submit an enquiry if you wish to be considered for this property. |
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| Pets Allowed | |
| Smokers Allowed | |
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DSS/LHA Covers Rent
The broad rental market area (BRMA) of this property is Portsmouth. The Local Housing Allowance for this property is £422.84, which is insufficient to cover the advertised rent for this property and number of bedrooms. However, anyone is welcome to submit an enquiry if they wish to be considered for this property. This indicator is designed to make searching for suitable properties easier for tenants and local housing authorities. |
Availability
| Available From | Today |
| Preferred Minimum Tenancy This is the landlord's preference only. Under the Renters' Rights Act, all tenancies are open-ended and tenants can give 2 months' notice at any time. |
12 Months |
Features
| Garden | |
| Parking | |
| Fireplace | |
| Furnishing | Furnished |
| EPC Not Required | Shared Accommodation |
| Live-In Landlord |