High Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2HW
Listed 8 Apr 2025 · price reduced 24 Sept 2026 · Portsmouth
How the price compares
Key features
- Four Bedroom Apartment
- Character Features Throughtout
- Share of Freehold
- Allocated Parking to the Rear
- Close to Portsmouth Grammer School
- No Forward Chain
About this home
A fantastic opportunity to purchase a historic residence in Old Portsmouth. Vernon House, we believe was constructed circa 1850 which was previously known as Cambridge House. The current owner has informed us that the property was office quarters opposite the Grammar school which was known as The Cambridge Barracks which has been converted to the Portsmouth Grammar School. Step forward to the present time and the building has been converted into three luxurious homes.
The four bedroom duplex apartment is situated on the ground floor and lower ground level with a private courtyard garden and off road parking to the rear. On entering the property via its own private entrance, the main reception is grand in stature with large concertina doors separating the room from the hallway and features a gas fireplace as the main focal point. The kitchen has a traditional feel with a Belfast style sink, shaker style wall and base units offering plenty of storage, built in double oven and gas hob and space for a breakfast table. The utility room leads to the ground floor cloakroom and access to the private courtyard. There is a spiral staircase leading to the lower floor and comprises the four well proportioned bedrooms. The master bedroom is a spacious double with a separate dressing area and en suite shower room for added convenience for the home owner. A further three bedrooms are generous in size with a separate study, family bathroom with walk in shower and secret room.
In conclusion, the residence boasts a plethora of character features, seamlessly blending modern conveniences with traditional charm and being within easy reach of Portsmouth Harbour Train Station making access in and out the city a breeze. Set within the much sought after location of Old Portsmouth, coastal walks and local pubs and restaurants with a traditional feel add to the appeal of this stunning property.
The property is being sold with no forward chain and a share of freehold.
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Property details
- Property type
- Duplex
- Size
- 2,308 sq ft / 214 sq m
- Council tax band
- E
- Tenure
- Share of Freehold
- Lease remaining
- 98 years left
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Portsmouth Harbour Station0.5 mi
- Portsmouth & Southsea Station0.7 mi
- Fratton Station1.2 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in PO1 over the last 12 months: terraced £225k · flat £205k · semi-detached £209k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat B, 45, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2LU | Flat Leasehold | 19 Jun 2026 | £175,000 |
| Flat H, 45, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2LU | Flat Leasehold | 23 Jan 2026 | £175,000 |
| 121 High Street Portsmouth PO1 2HW | Other Freehold | 12 Dec 2025 | £125,000 |
| 121a, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2HW | Flat Leasehold | 12 Dec 2025 | £230,000 |
| 54 High Street Portsmouth PO1 2LU | Other Freehold | 11 Jun 2025 | £675,000 |
| 108 High Street Portsmouth PO1 2HJ | Terraced Freehold | 23 May 2025 | £455,000 |
| Flat 4, The Reldas, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2HN | Flat Leasehold | 11 Apr 2025 | £219,995 |
| Flat 16, Fountain Court, 55, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2TJ | Flat Leasehold | 14 Mar 2025 | £188,500 |
| 80 High Street Portsmouth PO1 2HH | Terraced Freehold | 8 Oct 2024 | £755,000 |
| Flat 4, Fountain Court, 55, High Street Portsmouth PO1 2TJ | Flat Leasehold | 16 Jul 2024 | £200,000 |
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Buying costs
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 Leaders Waterside Properties Sales, Gunwharf Quays on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 8 Apr 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 24/09/2026.
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