WITH rental prices soaring in Test Valley, increasing by more than 34 per cent since 2015, we've rounded up five homes you can get in the area for the average rent.
The average price per month to rent a property in the borough was £1,114 in June, compared to £826 in the same month in 2015.
Using Rightmove, Zoopla and On the Market, we've put together a list of the properties you can buy for that price or lower. In no particular order:
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One-bedroom maisonette
Located near Andover town centre, this one-bedroom, first-floor maisonette complete with a driveway comes in below the average at £825 per month.
The unfurnished property offers an entrance hall, living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom, as well as a communal garden.
You will have to pay a deposit of £951 and bring your own furniture to live in the property, and sadly, pets are not allowed.
Ground floor apartment
A newly built two-bedroom apartment is located on the ground floor of a recent development and will set you back £1,100 per month.
The property features a large open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area, with a master bedroom complete with an en suite, as well as a family bathroom and allocated parking.
The property is located near the A303 in Andover, making it easily accessible.
Two-bedroom flat
In the lovely town of Romsey, this two-bedroom flat comes in at just £11 over the average price, costing £1,125 per month.
Although it's unfurnished, this apartment includes two double bedrooms, a large sitting/dining room, a modern fitted kitchen, a bathroom and off-road parking.
Pet's aren't allowed at this property, so unfortunately, you can't move in with your furry friends, and smokers are also a no-go.
Semi-detached house
In the village of Goodworth Clatford, this semi-detached cottage features two bedrooms, costing £1,100 per month.
A double bedroom with a built-in wardrobe, under-stairs storage and a courtyard-style garden complete this property.
Unfortunately, you will have to bring your own furniture, as this property comes bare bones. A parking space is also not included in the listing.
One-bedroom flat
Within walking distance of Andover town centre, this one-bedroom maisonette in Albany Mews will set you back £710 per month, coming well under the average.
The property is complete with a front garden for those with green fingers, as well as a hallway, kitchen, reception area, bathroom, bedroom and plenty of storage.
It also benefits from an allocated parking space, meaning you won't have to battle for on-road parking every evening.
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