6 bed detached house for sale

Highcrown Street, Southampton SO17

Investment buyers only ( student HMO )
Kings Estates are delighted to present this substantial six bedroom detached house situated in the highly sought after Highfield area of Southampton. Currently arranged and operating as a successful student let, the property offers spacious and versatile accommodation including six bedrooms, three bathrooms with one ensuite, a communal lounge, fitted kitchen with white goods, and off road parking. Ideally positioned close to both the University of Southampton and Southampton Solent University, this property represents an excellent opportunity for investors seeking a well located income producing asset in one of Southampton’s strongest student rental areas. The seller has advised the property currently achieves approximately £3,000 to £3,200 per calendar month.

Investment buyers only ( student HMO )

Kings Estates are pleased to bring to the market this impressive six bedroom detached house, situated on Highcrown Street in the ever popular Highfield area of Southampton. The property is currently arranged as a student let and is ideally suited to investors seeking a ready made rental property in a consistently strong and well established lettings location.
The accommodation is generous and practical throughout, making it particularly well suited to shared student occupation. The property comprises six bedrooms, three bathrooms including one ensuite, a communal lounge, and a fitted kitchen with white goods. The detached nature of the house, combined with its size and layout, provides a rare opportunity within this location for those looking to acquire a larger investment property close to the city's major university campuses.
The University of Southampton confirms that Highfield Campus, its main campus, is located on University Road, Southampton, SO17 1BJ and is the university's oldest and largest campus, positioned close to Southampton Common. University of Southampton This makes the property particularly attractive to student tenants seeking convenient access to lectures, campus facilities, and surrounding amenities. Southampton Solent University is also easily accessible from the property, adding to the appeal for the student market.
Internally, the property provides well proportioned bedroom accommodation alongside practical communal living space. The fitted kitchen offers the facilities expected for multi occupancy use, while the communal lounge creates an important shared living area for tenants. The three bathroom arrangement, including an ensuite, is a strong feature for a property of this size and helps support comfortable occupation for multiple residents.
Further benefits include off road parking, gas central heating, mains services, and fibre to the premises broadband. The property is freehold and, based on the information provided by the seller, currently produces approximately £3,000 per calendar month, increasing to £3100.00 from August 2026 making it a compelling investment prospect in a prime Southampton lettings location.
Overall, this is a substantial detached investment property in one of the city's most sought after student areas, offering scale, strong rental appeal, and excellent positioning for long term demand.
Accommodation


Entrance Hall
Entrance door to front aspect, radiator, stairs rising to first floor, under stairs storage.

Communal Lounge
12'2 x 12'4
3.71m x 3.76m
Double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, television and power points. A well proportioned shared living space suitable for communal use.

Kitchen
10'9 x 7'6
3.28m x 2.29m
Double glazed window to rear aspect, fitted with a range of wall and base units, stainless steel sink and drainer, gas hob with oven and extractor hood, space for appliances, radiator.

Downstairs WC
Low level WC, wash hand basin, radiator, extractor fan.

Bedroom One (Ground Floor)
16'7 x 8'0
5.05m x 2.44m
Double glazed window, radiator, power points.

Ensuite (Bedroom One)
Shower cubicle, low level WC, wash hand basin.

First Floor Landing
Radiator, loft access, airing cupboard, doors to all rooms.

Bedroom Two
13'1 x 12'3
3.99m x 3.73m
Double glazed window, radiator, fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Three
9'11 x 10'7
3.02m x 3.23m
Double glazed window, radiator.

Bedroom Four
7'5 x 4'5
2.26m x 1.35m
Double glazed window, radiator, fitted wardrobe.

Bedroom Five
7'5 x 4'5
2.26m x 1.35m
Double glazed window, radiator, fitted wardrobe.

Bedroom Six
4'10 x 6'6
1.47m x 1.98m
Double glazed window, radiator.

Bathroom One
9'0 x 6'10
2.74m x 2.08m
Bath with overhead shower, low level WC, wash hand basin, radiator.

Bathroom Two
8'1 x 7'5
2.46m x 2.26m
Bath, walk in shower, low level WC, wash hand basin, radiator.
External


Front Garden
Laid to lawn with driveway providing off road parking for two vehicles.

Rear Garden
Medium sized, low maintenance rear garden suitable for tenant use.
Tenure and investment information


Tenure: Freehold
Guide Price: £500,000
Current Letting Arrangement: Student HMO
Approximate Rental Income: £3,000 to £3,200 pcm
Council Tax Band: D
Heating: Gas Central Heating
Utilities: Mains Electricity, Water and Drainage
Broadband: Fibre to the Premises
Location description

Highcrown Street is situated within the highly desirable Highfield area of Southampton, widely recognised for its close proximity to the University of Southampton and its continued demand within the student and academic rental market.
The University of Southampton's main Highfield Campus is located nearby on University Road, providing convenient access for students and staff. Southampton Solent University is also easily accessible, further increasing the appeal of the location.
The area benefits from strong transport links, with regular bus routes operating through Portswood and Highfield, connecting to Southampton City Centre and surrounding areas. Southampton Central railway station is also within reach, along with the M27 and M3 motorway networks.
Local amenities can be found in nearby Portswood, offering supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and general retail facilities.
School information

Nearby schools include Portswood Primary School rated Good, Cantell School rated Outstanding, and St Denys Primary School rated Good. Buyers should verify catchment areas directly with the relevant authority.
Directions

From Kings Estates on Portswood Road, proceed north towards Highfield and continue in the direction of the University of Southampton. Follow the local road network towards Highcrown Street, where the property can be identified.
Important notice for buyers

Successful buyers will be required to complete online identity verification checks The cost of these checks is £50 including VAT per purchaser, payable in advance directly to Kings Estates. An invoice will be provided, and this fee is non refundable.
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