Searching for houses in Southampton, like much of the UK, can be quite a tricky task, especially with house prices almost continually on the rise.

You might wonder what some of the cheapest properties you can buy in the area are, excluding options such as shared ownership or retirement property.

If you're looking for a property on the lower end of the price scale in Southampton, then Zoopla may have an option for you.

There are several homes which are on sale for £200,000 or under right now, which you can see below.

Houses for sale in Southampton for £200k or below

One-bedroom house on Hardy Close

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Listed price: £150,000

Currently the cheapest house for sale in Southampton, this property is described as an "ideal investment or first-time buy".

On its Zoopla page it says: "Internally, the property offers a spacious open plan lounge/kitchen which offers ample storage & plenty of light throughout.

"Upstairs there is the benefit of a double bedroom and a separate family bathroom including a bath/shower, a W/C and a basin.

"Other benefits of the home include double glazing and an allocated car parking space for the property."

One-bedroom house on Graham Road

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Listed price: £155,000

The second cheapest house in Southampton is located on Graham Road and is another place that is described as an "ideal" first-time buy.

It's another property that makes use of an open-plan living room and kitchen area on the ground floor and a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor.

Externally, there is also permit parking available.

One-bedroom terraced house on Hardy Close

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Listed price: £170,000

We return to Hardy Close with a house that is listed for £170,000 and is described as "beautifully presented" on its Zoopla page.

It adds: "This unique property has a good sized living area and a good sized kitchen which benefits from lots of cupboard space.

"Upstairs, there is a 3-piece family bathroom and a large double bedroom with built in storage.

"This property is a perfect one-bedroom home and an internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the space in which is on offer."

One-bedroom house in Millbridge Gardens

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Listed price: £190,000

The end of terrace home in Millbridge Gardens is described as "an ideal first purchase starter home or investment for letting out".

Its lounge/diner area makes up most of the first floor along with a kitchen fitted with plenty of appliances.

Heading upstairs you will then find the double bedroom, which benefits from built-in wardrobes, and a "modern white suite" bathroom.

Two-bedroom house on Leyton Road

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Listed price: £200,000

Described as an "ideal investment" this property in Leyton Road is situated in the residential area of Northam.

The page adds: "The property comprises; entrance hall leading the living room which is open plan to the dining room and gives access to the garden via double doors. The fitted kitchen is also accessed via the dining room and in turn, leads to the family bathroom.

"The first-floor landing leads to two good-sized double bedrooms with the master being at the front of the house."