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Bircham Road, Southend-on-sea, SS2
For saleReduced 18 Sept 2026
£185,000Offers over

Bircham Road, Southend-on-sea, SS2 5FY

2bedrooms
2bathrooms
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 27 Aug 2026 · price reduced 18 Sept 2026 · Southend-on-Sea

How the price compares

This home£185,000
Median 2 bed in SS2£225k121 homes listed · £296 per sq ft
Difference-18%below the area median

About this home

A well-proportioned two bedroom first floor apartment situated within the popular Urban Base development on Bircham Road, Southend-on-Sea. Offering approximately 691 sq ft of internal accommodation, the property benefits from an impressive larger than average balcony, allocated parking and a particularly spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/living room. The apartment provides modern, low-maintenance living and would make an excellent first-time purchase, investment or home for those looking for generous proportions.

Tenure: Leasehold Council Tax Band: B

Interior The apartment opens into a welcoming entrance hall with useful storage and access to all principal rooms. The standout feature internally is the substantial open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, measuring approximately 22'6" at its maximum length, providing plenty of space for both relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen is integrated into the open-plan design, creating a bright and sociable heart to the home. There are two well-sized bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from a private en-suite shower room, alongside a separate family bathroom and additional storage.

Exterior A particularly attractive feature is the larger than average private balcony, accessed directly from the main living space and offering an excellent extension of the apartment's entertaining and relaxation space. The property also benefits from an allocated parking space, providing convenient off street parking within the development.

Location Urban Base is situated on Bircham Road, providing convenient access to Southend-on-Sea's extensive range of amenities, shops, restaurants and leisure facilities. Southend town centre and the seafront are both within easy reach, while excellent transport connections provide access towards London and the surrounding areas. Southend Victoria and Southend Central Stations are both accessible, making the property particularly appealing to commuters.

School Catchments The property is well positioned for a range of local primary and secondary schools, with Southend High School for Boys and Southend High School for Girls among the area's sought-after grammar schools. A number of established local primary schools are also within the surrounding area. School catchment information should be independently verified with the relevant admissions authority.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
105 years left
Ground rent
£250 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£1,998 per year
Parking
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Prittlewell Station0.3 mi
  • Southend Victoria Station0.3 mi
  • Southend Central Station0.6 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in SS2 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £362k · flat £188k · terraced £312k · detached £410k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
38 Urban Base, 2 - 8, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
3 Aug 2026£192,500
48 Urban Base, 2 - 8, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
15 May 2026£188,000
51 Urban Base, 2 - 8, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
6 Jun 2025£217,500
33 Urban Base, 2 - 8, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
14 Feb 2025£190,000
Flat 21, Urban Base, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
6 Dec 2024£210,000
31 Urban Base, 2 - 8, Bircham Road
Southend-On-Sea SS2 5FY
Flat
Leasehold
20 Sept 2024£195,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in SS2

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£925£18,500 deposit · £166,500 loan
Stamp Duty£1,200England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Gilbert & Rose, Leigh-on-sea on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 27 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 18/09/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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