Rushmere Road, Southbourne, BH6 5PE
Listed 25 Aug 2026 · price reduced 16 Oct 2026 · Bournemouth
How the price compares
Key features
- Two bedroom first floor flat
- Long lease
- Off road parking
- Private entrance
- Private garden with cabin/work from home space
- Well presented throughout
- As and When maintenance
About this home
Welcome Homes are delighted to offer for sale this well presented two bedroom first floor flat situated in the popular and convenient location of Iford, BH6. The property benefits from it’s own private entrance, off road parking, private garden with cabin/work from home space as well as a long lease and use of the loft. On entering the property the private entrance has stairs that lead to the main hallway. From the hallway there are doors to all rooms as well as a hatch to the loft space. The loft has a ladder, is fully boarded and has a light. The lounge overlooks the front elevation and has a bay window letting in plenty of light alongside a feature fireplace and corner storage cupboard. The second bedroom also has a bay window and is currently set up as a dining room by the current owners. The main bedroom overlooks the garden and benefits from built in mirror fronted wardrobes with a range of hanging and shelving space. The bathroom is fully tiled with shower over bath, low level WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail and vanity storage. The kitchen is to the rear of the property and has a range of units to eye and base levels with Quartz work top surface over and space for an under counter fridge and freezer, washing machine and slim line dishwasher. There is an induction hob with electric oven under and extractor above as well as a sink with drainer unit. The boiler is located in the kitchen. Outside the garden has been recently updated by the current owners and is laid to a mixture of composite decking and resin and enclosed by panel fencing. There are outside power points, lighting and a tap. In the garden there is a wooden cabin which has been renovated by the current owners and provides an excellent additional outside room or work for home space. It benefits from air-conditioning (hot and cold), power points with USB ports and its own fuse box. It has laminate flooring with insulation and has double opening doors to the front with windows either side. To the front of the property a concrete driveway provides off road parking for one vehicle and there is an EV charging point. Tenure and Maintenance: Tenure: Leasehold 189 years from 30 November 1993 (approximately 156 remaining) Maintenance: As and When Ground rent: N/A Building Insurance: Freeholder arranges they pay 50/50. The property is situated within 2 miles to Southbourne's Award Winning Beach and popular high street, JP Morgan and Bournemouth Hospital are also within 1.2 miles. It is located within easy reach to main travel links providing easy access to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Pokesdown train station is approximately 1 mile away with railway links to London Waterloo and it is also within sought after school catchments. Viewing comes highly recommended.
Agents note: Some photographs in this listing have been digitally enhanced using image-processing and/or AI technology. Enhancements may include adjustments to lighting, colour, or furnishings and are intended to illustrate the property’s potential. EPC: C COUNCIL TAX: B Additional information:
Tenure: Leasehold
Parking: Driveway
Utilities: Mains Electricity/Gas/Water/Drainage
Broadband: Refer to ofcom website (FTTP)
Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website
Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk
IMPORTANT NOTE: These particulars are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. They do not form part of any contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order or have been tested. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase. All measurement quoted are approximate and for guidance only. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included. Solicitors are specifically requested to verify the details of our sales particulars in the pre-contract enquiries, in particular the price, local and other searches, in the event of a sale.
EPC Rating: C
Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Size
- 624 sq ft / 58 sq m
- Council tax band
- B
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 156 years left
- Ground rent
- £0 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
- Heating
- Gas central, Wood burner
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
Floorplan
Location
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- Pokesdown Station0.8 mi
- Christchurch Station1.1 mi
- Bournemouth Station2.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in BH6 over the last 12 months: detached £600k · flat £250k · semi-detached £450k · terraced £365k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rushmere Road Bournemouth BH6 5PE | Detached Freehold | 3 Sept 2026 | £182,000 |
| 20 Rushmere Road Bournemouth BH6 5PE | Detached Freehold | 18 Dec 2025 | £475,500 |
| 33 Rushmere Road Bournemouth BH6 5PE | Detached Freehold | 20 Jun 2024 | £492,000 |
| 7 Rushmere Road Bournemouth BH6 5PE | Detached Freehold | 28 Mar 2024 | £656,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in BH6
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 Welcome Homes, Iford on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 25 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 16/10/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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