# 2 bedroom flat for sale (SO51 5PL) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 19, MONTFORT COLLEGE, BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, HAMPSHIRE SO51 5PL | | Price | £300,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | | Floor area | 91 m² | | Last sold | £285,000 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** F - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 15/10/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £2,847/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £24,000 ### Recommendations - Q (£7,500 - £11,000) - W1 (£5,000 - £10,000) - D (£150 - £250) - L2 (£1,200 - £2,400) - O (£4,500 - £6,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9160-3955-9200-5685-6204) ## Description Offered with no forward chain, this rarely available and exceptionally presented ground floor two-bedroom apartment is set within beautifully maintained communal grounds. Originally constructed as a school in the early 1900s and thoughtfully converted into private residences in the 1980s, the building retains much of its period charm. The apartment is accessed via a communal entrance and grand double doors that lead into a spacious hallway, featuring high ceilings and elegant sash windows characteristic of the era. The impressive dual-aspect living room offers generous proportions, perfect for both entertaining and everyday living, and seamlessly connects to a well-equipped fitted kitchen. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with the principal bedroom benefiting from a stylish en-suite, while the second bedroom is served by a contemporary family bathroom. The property also includes access to immaculate communal gardens, a garage, and communal parking. Situated in the heart of the sought-after market town of Romsey, the apartment enjoys convenient access to a wide range of local amenities including a Waitrose supermarket, Romsey Library, a variety of coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and healthcare facilities. The town also offers scenic walking routes and is home to the historic Romsey Abbey. Excellent transport links are within easy reach, with Romsey train station just a short walk away, the M27 motorway accessible at junction 3, and the larger centres of Southampton, Salisbury, and Winchester all located within a comfortable travelling distance. Leasehold 999 years Unexpired Years: 959 Annual Ground Rent: £Ask Agent Ground Rent Increase: TBC Ground Rent Review Period: TBC Annual Service: £ Ask Agent These details are to be confirmed by the vendor's solicitor and must be verified by a buyer's solicitor. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Materials used in construction: Ask Aget The land has a tree preservation order For further information on broadband and mobile coverage, please refer to the Ofcom Checker online Set on the outskirts of the historic market town of Romsey approximately 8 miles north-west of Southampton and 10 miles south-west of Winchester. Romsey lies on the River Test and offers many interesting and convenient shops. The cathedral city of Winchester offers many famous amenities and attractions. Communications are excellent with the M27, M3 and A34 within easy reach. ## Property Photos - ![1370786-34-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898431) - 1370786-34-68f0df... - ![1370786-1-68f0d04...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898432) - 1370786-1-68f0d04... - ![1370786-3-68f0d07...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898433) - 1370786-3-68f0d07... - ![1370786-7-68f0d1b...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898434) - 1370786-7-68f0d1b... - ![1370786-11-68f0dd...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898435) - 1370786-11-68f0dd... - ![1370786-12-68f0dd...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898436) - 1370786-12-68f0dd... - ![1370786-17-68f0de...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898437) - 1370786-17-68f0de... - ![1370786-23-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898438) - 1370786-23-68f0df... - ![1370786-25-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898439) - 1370786-25-68f0df... - ![1370786-27-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898440) - 1370786-27-68f0df... - ![1370786-28-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898441) - 1370786-28-68f0df... - ![1370786-31-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898442) - 1370786-31-68f0df... - ![1370786-32-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898443) - 1370786-32-68f0df... - ![1370786-33-68f0df...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898444) - 1370786-33-68f0df... - ![1370786-35-68f0e0...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898445) - 1370786-35-68f0e0... - ![1370786-36-68f0e0...](/listings/photos/168786539/1898446) - 1370786-36-68f0e0... ## Floorplans - ![1370786 (L).jpg](/listings/photos/168786539/1898447) - 1370786 (L).jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/168786539/1898448) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MONTFORT COLLEGE 19 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £285,000 | 20/03/2026 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 19 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £245,000 | 05/01/2016 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 19 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £223,000 | 05/07/2010 | Flat | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MONTFORT COLLEGE 7 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £210,000 | 15/12/2023 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 5 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £260,000 | 24/11/2023 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 36 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £190,000 | 10/10/2023 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 10 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £237,500 | 19/09/2023 | Flat | | GROSVENOR COURT FLAT 6 MONTFORT CLOSE, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PH | £235,000 | 16/12/2022 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 12 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £200,000 | 12/12/2022 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 27 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £212,500 | 10/10/2022 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 10 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £192,500 | 13/05/2022 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 16 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £200,000 | 29/04/2022 | Flat | | MONTFORT COLLEGE 33 BOTLEY ROAD, ROMSEY, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO51 5PL | £263,750 | 12/11/2021 | Flat | **Area average:** £220,125 (10 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £261,450 (20 Flat, SO51, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +14.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Test Valley). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,103/mo - **Realistic:** £1,226/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,349/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Basingstoke (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Flat, The Hundred, SO51 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.17 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Church Street, SO51 | £1,200/mo | 2 | 1.24 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,225/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.41% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £153,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £122,500 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,225/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.9% - **Cost-to-rent:** 20.4× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-104/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.4% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,297/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 8.8% - **10y growth:** 15.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Test Valley; Flats and maisonettes series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2.2% - **5y growth (index):** 1.8% - **10y growth (index):** 18.6% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)