Looking for a new property?

What can you buy with half a million pounds?

The answer is anything from a five bedroom detached home to a one bedroom townhouse.

We have rounded up 10 properties in the area which are currently available for around £500,000

1.Five bedroom townhouse, Bassett

An impressive three storey five bedroom end of terrace townhouse in a highly sought after gated development.

This impressive three property has high level ceilings throughout, the ground floor is home to the dining room, shower room and kitchen/breakfast room which enjoys direct access to the rear patio style garden.

A particular feature of the first floor is the spacious light and airy lounge complete with sundeck. Bedroom one is also located on this floor and enjoys an ensuite bathroom and further balcony.

The property is valued at £497,500 by Morris Dibben

2.Four bedroom house in Chandler's Ford

This impressive four bedroom home is situated in a private cul-de-sac and offers all of the key ingredients of a family home.

A good sized kitchen/breakfast room along with two reception rooms, a sun room and utility room and cloakroom make up the ground floor accommodation.

While four good sized bedrooms, one with an ensuite and the family bathroom are all located on the first floor.

The garden is a particular feature which has been extended over the years.

This property is being marketed at £500,000 by Goadsby.

3.Two bedroom apartment, Ocean Village

Two bedroom duplex apartment at Alexandra Wharf, Ocean Village, Southampton.

A split level apartment, across the sixth and seventh floors, which benefits from marina views, allocated parking and a concierge service.

The apartment features a south easterly facing open plan living, kitchen and dining room which opens onto a marina facing balcony. There are two spacious bedrooms, one with en suite bathroom and the other with en suite shower room.

Alexandra Wharf is in the heart of Ocean Village, next to the new Southampton Harbour Hotel, which has a gym, spa, swimming pool and two restaurants.

The two bedroom duplex apartment has a guide price of £500,000 by Savills

4.Three bedroom detached house, Otterbourne

Light and bright throughout, this well proportioned three bedroom detached house is an ideal family home. On the ground floor is an entrance hall which leads to the kitchen/dining room. It is fitted with a smart range of units; a door leads out into the rear garden. The reception room overlooks the front garden and there is also a cloakroom. There are three bedrooms and the family bathroom on the first floor; the master bedroom has fitted wardrobes. At the front of the house is a driveway which provides ample parking and leads to the garage and a garden with shrub borders. The pleasant rear garden is enclosed and has a patio area and a lawn.

Charters are asking for offers in excess of £500,000

5.One bedroom townhouse, Winchester

The house is located in a unique setting at the end of the eastern end of the Cathedral, its Close and grounds, in the ancient heart of Winchester, a stone’s throw from the bottom of the High Street and the Broadway.

The property is arranged over three floors with the sitting room, bedroom and second floor attic room all overlooking the Cathedral.

The property has undergone extensive improvements in recent times to create an impressive contemporary yet practical home. There is a newly installed kitchen with gas hob, oven and integrated appliances, Corian

work surfaces and a sink.

Jackson-stops are marketing this property for £500,000

6.Three bedroom bungalow, New Milton

A high quality three bedroom detached bungalow, having recently undergone an extensive modernisation and refurbishment programme and situated in a peaceful and sought after position within easy reach of both New Milton town centre and the open forest of The New Forest National Park.

Other features of Green Gables include a superb kitchen/dining room, a good sized and south facing rear garden, a luxurious and large bathroom and no forward chain.

Being sold for £489,950 by Mitchells.

7. Five bed detached house, Woodfalls

‘Emiviz’ believed to mean ‘Grand View’ could not be a more appropriate name for this substantial five bedroom home enjoying an

elevated position overlooking the New Forest to the fore.

The property enjoys a modern open plan ground floor layout and benefits from a refitted bathroom and cloakroom.

With five good sized bedrooms the master boasts a a newly fitted contemporary ensuite shower room.

The property also enjoys excellent local schooling.

Charles Powell are asking for offers in excess of £500,000

8.Three bedroom Victorian house, Highfield

An outstanding Victorian family house with considerable character with extensive garden and ample parking.

An early viewing is essential to appreciate everything that this Victorian Family house has to offer in terms of space and immense character, with the addition of a delightful garden with 18ft garden room/office, 14ft basement and large garage with additional loft storage.

There are two reception rooms in addition to the kitchen breakfast room, ground floor shower room and an en suite wet room to the large master bedroom. While bedroom two could easily revert to two separate rooms if required.

Morris Dibden are marketing this property for £500,000

9.Four bedroom detached house, Valley Park

Constructed in the late 90s this immaculate four bedroom cottage style home has been meticulously modernised and maintained by the current owner. This detached family residence benefits from a beautiful conservatory overlooking the rear garden, kitchen/breakfast room with modern features including underfloor heating and granite worktops and master bedroom with ensuite shower room.

A guide price of £500,000 by Jonathan Rees

10.Four/five bedroom detached house, Hythe

A spacious family home situated in a popular non estate location. The versatile accommodation offers many beneficial features including a spacious reception hall with galleried landing, well fitted open plan kitchen/dining room, lounge, family room and study which could also be used as a fifth bedroom.

The master bedroom enjoys ensuite facilities and the garden boasts a good sized decked area and playhouse.

Pearsons are marketing this property for £499,950.