WE all know that London house prices can be on the extreme end of the scale, but how much could you really buy in Bournemouth for the price of a three-bed home in the capital?
The average house price in Bournemouth is £304,229, according to Zoopla, meaning that you could get more than 16 homes for the price of this £5million Mayfair terrace.
But if you’re going to have a property empire, why not mix it up a bit?
Here are the homes in and around Bournemouth you could own for the price of this one London residency:
£5,000,000
Brick Street, Mayfair, London
Described as fully refurbished to an immaculate standard, this three-bedroom terrace in Mayfair comes in at a whopping £5million.
Set back from a quiet street in a discreet location, some of the best hotels in London even provide room service to the door.
The property has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, one reception room and even a roof terrace.
But is it really worth it?
Here's what you could get around Bournemouth for the same price:
£1,500,000
Berwick Road, BH3
Every property mogul needs an impressive pad to live in themselves and what better home than this one on Berwick Road.
With a mega seven-bedrooms, three reception rooms and a study this property has ample space for a busy family.
The property even has a gym and studio so there's no excuse not to over lockdown.
£700,000
Boscombe Overcliff Drive, BH5
This brand new second floor apartment is located on the prestigious Boscombe Overcliff Drive.
With a large private terrace and direct views of the sea, there's not much more you could want from this two-bedroom flat.
£500,000
McWilliam Road, BH9
Larch Rise is a new build property that spans 1,160 square feet.
Optimising modern living, the property has a fully-integrated kitchen with top of the range appliances and sliding bi-fold doors to the garden.
The property has four bedrooms, two reception rooms and two bathrooms.
£500,000
Trafalgar Mews, Nelson Road, BH4
Nestled in a private gated development is this immaculately presented four-bedroom townhouse.
Close to Westbourne high street this high-spec property has an open plan living area, a private garden and large balcony.
£250,000
Ashley Road, Boscombe, BH1
Described as an investment property, this three-bed semi in Boscombe is in need of some renovation.
The property is currently arranged as two self-contained flats however the ground floor needs complete refurbishment.
The ground floor flat has two-bedrooms whilst upstairs there is one-bedroom.
£250,000
Portarlington Road, Westbourne, BH4
This well-presented first floor flat has two double bedrooms and is offered for sale with a share of the freehold.
A great property to add to any empire there are shared communal gardens and the flat also has it's own private garage.
£250,000
Wakely Road, BH11
Described as a well-presented family home, this semi-detached property is in the popular location of Bear Cross.
Boasting two good-sized bedrooms and a modern kitchen this property is an ideal family home.
£250,000
Manor Road, BH1
An ideal investment this one-bedroom flat is in need of some modernisation.
The property has a spacious living room and benefits from residents and visitors parking.
In a sought-after location with panoramic views across the sea this property has strong rental potential.
Leaving you with some change spare, this Bournemouth empire comes in at £4,200,000.
Compared to the London terrace you'd be able to get these eight properties and still have £800,000 left over to expand.
If you had the money what would you do - buy one home in London or an empire in Bournemouth? Let us know in the comments.
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