Room to rent

Orchard Road, Southsea PO4

Property Reference: 3035856.

A large double room in a quiet, fully renovated two-person home, with gas, electricity, water, broadband and TV licence included. Available from mid-October.

Located in central Southsea, the property is a short walk from Fratton Station. Only one bedroom is available. The other is occupied by a working professional, so you will share with one person rather than a crowded house.

If you are also considering a studio, compare the full monthly cost. Here, all major household bills are included, giving you predictable outgoings alongside a spacious private bedroom and a home furnished and finished to a high standard.

Pets are welcome, although Some pets may not be allowed currently live at the property.

🛏️ The Rooms

Each room is designed to feel like your own private sanctuary:

• Large double rooms
• High-quality furniture
• Orthopaedic mattress
• 4K Smart TV included
• 10 power sockets - ideal for home working
• Excellent natural light
• New high-quality double glazing for comfort

🏡 The Property

Fully renovated throughout:

• Brand new kitchen
• Highly functional kitchen with swivel corner units, pull-outs & hidden drawers
• Top-range microwave, fridge & washer dryer
• New bathroom
• New energy-efficient boiler and radiators
• Smart boiler controls - set heating from your phone
• Video doorbell with app controls
• Paved garden space
• EPC Rating C
  
  

💡 Bills Included

Up to £2,000 per year total utility allowance for the property, covering:

• Gas
• Electricity
• Water & wastewater
• High-speed broadband
• TV licence

At a £2k annual utility cap, this is exceptional value for Southsea. Council tax is also included in your rent, so nothing else to pay.

📍 Location & Local Amenities

Positioned in the PO4 (Southsea), this property sits in one of Portsmouth's most convenient residential areas, with excellent local amenities on your doorstep:

• 30 seconds' walk to Lidl
• Under 5 minutes to Tesco, Costa, B&Q and retail park amenities
• Three gyms within 5 minutes - 24/7 Fitness, Fusion Fitness, Anytime Fitness
  
• 2-3 minutes' walk to Fratton Station
• 10 minutes' walk to Southsea Seafront
• 10 minutes' walk to Albert Road - Southsea's best independents restuarants, bars and cafes
  
• Excellent transport links - buses and trains to Portsmouth city centre and beyond

Southsea itself combines the charm of seaside living with vibrant urban convenience, parks and cultural spots just minutes away.

💷 Premium Yet Exceptional Value

Rooms locally may advertise from £500-£700, but typically with:

• 5-6 people sharing one bathroom
• Lower spec furnishings
• Older properties
  
• Shared areas in disrepair
• Everything held together with duct tape and a prayer
• Bills on top
• No smart controls or upgrades

Studios at £900+ often exclude utilities and internet, meaning real monthly costs can exceed £1,300.

This property is positioned for professionals who value:
✔ Quality
✔ Location
✔ Comfort
✔ Predictable monthly costs

📅 Viewing & Contact

Available to move in soon.

Viewings available by appointment.

For tenancy, we require references and a deposit equal to one month's rent.

Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £875.00 per month (£201.92 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £875.00
- 2 Bedroom Property (1 room currently available for rent)
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes furnished
- Available to move in from 11 October 2026
- Maximum number of tenants is 1
- Students welcome to enquire
- No Smokers
- Bills Included
- Property has parking
- Property has garden access
- EPC Rating: EPC Not Required (Shared Accommodation)

If calling, please quote reference: 3035856

Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.

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