# 2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SO42 7AG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Connaught Place, Brockenhurst, SO42, SO42 7AG | | Price | £499,950 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £465,000 | ## Description Situated in the heart of Brockenhurst, this beautifully presented two bedroom, two bathroom home, with a range of works done by the current owner, offers stylish modern living within a sought after New Forest setting. Located just moments from local amenities and Brockenhurst mainline station, the property combines convenience with contemporary comfort, making it ideal for downsizers, professionals, or those seeking a lock up and leave home in a prime village location. Nestled within one of the New Forest’s most desirable villages, the home is perfectly placed for access to Brockenhurst’s shops, cafés, and renowned local amenities. Excellent transport links are available via Brockenhurst station, offering direct rail connections to London Waterloo and the South Coast. The open forest is also close by, ideal for walking, cycling, and outdoor pursuits. The picturesque village of Beaulieu lies 7 miles to the East with the marina of Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu River. Approximately 4 miles to the South is the Georgian market town of Lymington with its extensive and world renowned yachting facilities, ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight and its famous Saturday county market. To the North is the village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3 giving access to London. The ground floor features an impressive open plan kitchen, dining, and living area, flooded with natural light thanks to a charming front bay window and full width bi fold doors leading onto the rear garden. The room is finished to a high standard with wood flooring throughout, bespoke shelving, and tasteful décor. The modern kitchen includes integrated appliances, generous worktop space, and thoughtful storage solutions, creating a highly functional and attractive cooking environment. A ground floor cloakroom adds further practicality. Upstairs, the property offers two well proportioned double bedrooms, both benefitting from their own private bathroom facilities. The principal bedroom features an en suite shower room, while the second bedroom is served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom. To the rear is a well designed, low maintenance garden, offering a private and peaceful space for relaxing or entertaining. Mature planting, paved seating areas, and decorative archways contribute to its charming appeal. To the front, the property enjoys one allocated parking space, providing convenience for residents and visitors. Tenure: Freehold Parking: Communal parking and one allocated space Council Tax Band: D Energy Performance Rating: B Current: 82B Potential: 94A All mains services connected Heating: Gas central heating Broadband: FFTP - Ultrafast broadband with speeds of 1800 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom) Mobile Coverage: No known issues, please contact your provider for further clarity. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065489) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065490) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065491) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065492) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065493) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065494) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065495) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065496) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065497) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065498) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065499) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065500) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065501) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065502) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065503) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172181156/1065504) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/172181156/1065505) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/172181156/1065506) - EPC 1 ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | CEDAR COTTAGE, 1A GREENWAYS ROAD, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7RN | £495,000 | 09/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 8 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £567,000 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 6 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £465,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | BUTTS COTTAGES 1 MILL LANE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7UA | £450,000 | 21/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 5 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £565,000 | 01/02/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 9 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £570,000 | 28/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 7 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £465,000 | 20/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 11 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £575,000 | 14/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 4 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £455,000 | 12/01/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 10 CONNAUGHT PLACE, BROCKENHURST, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE, SO42 7AG | £575,000 | 12/01/2022 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £529,625 (8 sales) **Area average:** £472,500 (2 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £620,000 (2 Semi-detached, SO42, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -19.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (New Forest). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,116/mo - **Realistic:** £1,240/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,364/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southampton (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £873/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £155,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £124,000 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -43.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for New Forest; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.1% - **5y growth (index):** 6.7% - **10y growth (index):** 23.4% ## 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)