If you had the money, would you prefer to buy this London flat or own an entire property empire in and around Southampton?
The London housing market has been booming for years, so we all know that the cost of a property in the capital is on the pricier end of the scale.
With the average house price in Southampton coming in at around £307,345, according to Zoopla, you could buy yourself more than 16 homes for the same price as just one in London.
But dare to dream, if you’ve got that much cash to splash you can definitely afford some variety.
Here are the nine properties in Southampton you could buy for the price of this one London home:
£5,000,000
Queen Street, Mayfair, London
Described as fully refurbished to an immaculate standard, this three-bedroom flat in Mayfair comes in at a whopping £5million.
Keeping some period elements throughout including the original façades the property aims to provide contemporary living in a historic setting.
However, for this extreme price you would not get any private outdoor space, sports facilities or parking.
Is it really worth it?
Here's what you could get around Southampton for the same price:
£1,395,000
White Heather Court, Hythe, SO45
Every property mogul needs an impressive pad to live in themselves and what better home than this one in Hythe.
Boasting a prestigious marina location and 24 metre and 10 metre moorings this detached property is a millionaire's dream.
The property has an impressive four-bedrooms, two reception rooms, and four bathrooms.
£750,000
Satchell Lane, Hamble, SO31
This large detached property is situated in the prestigious and picturesque village of Hamble-Le-Rice.
Offering six bedrooms, three reception rooms and four bathrooms this property is an ideal family home.
The large plot benefits from a beautifully landscaped garden, pergola and driveway for multiple cars.
£749,950
Victoria Road, Netley Abbey, SO31
This five-bedroom semi-detached property is situated in the sought after village of Netley Abbey.
Part of the property has been providing income through Airbnb for the past three years and there is potential scope for a high rental yield.
There is also a large garden and ample parking outside the front of the property as well as a garage.
£500,000
Midanbury Lane, SO18
This five-bedroom detached family home is situated in the ever popular location of Bitterne Park.
Located on a large plot boasting generous frontage behind cast iron gates this property is a stunning investment.
The property also benefits from a self-contained annexe.
£500,000
Mill Gardens, West End, SO18
Originally built by Linden Homes this modern, detached property boasts ample living space for a busy family.
There are four bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, four bathrooms and a low maintenance garden with a summerhouse.
£250,000
Seymour Road, Shirley, SO16
A great investment for any property empire is a range of flats that you can rent out to provide a constant flow of income.
This self contained ground floor flat is close to Southampton General Hospital and has two designated parking spaces.
£250,000
St Mary's, Southampton, SO14
Described as an investment, this property is in need of modernisation and could be turned for a profit.
Only cash-buyers are being accepted on this property which has been split to provide two apartments.
£250,000
Vanguard Road, Southampton, SO18
This four-bedroom terraced house is situated in the popular residential location of Bitterne.
The property boasts four good sized bedrooms, two reception rooms and is available for sale with no forward chain.
£250,000
Thornhill Park Road, SO18
Described as a well presented and very stylish two bedroom modern house, this property is set in a convenient location with easy access to the M27.
The property had a large kitchen diner, tow double bedrooms and two parking spaces outside as well as a good-sized garden.
Leaving you with some spare change, this Southampton empire comes in at £4894,950.
Compared to the flat in Mayfair you'd be able to get these nine properties and still have £105,050 left over to complete any renovations.
If you had the money what would you do - buy one home in London or an empire in Southampton? Let us know in the comments.
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