Beaconsfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £260,000-£280,000.

GOOD SIZE LEVEL PRIVATE REAR GARDEN.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

CHAIN FREE.

Ideal for first time buyers or buy to let landlords, this one-bedroom garden flat is an attractive home which is ready to move straight into. It sits in the newly regenerated Preston Circus area; just minutes from both Brighton Station and London Road Station – both of which are ideal for commuters into London and the universities.

It is formed from the entire ground floor of a substantial Victorian townhouse, so its rooms are generously proportioned with high ceilings and wide bay windows to fill it with natural light. There is a sunny rear garden which becomes a lovely extension of the home and is a fantastic size for a city space. The green of Preston Park is also on your doorstep, as are plenty of local amenities, and the city centre and beach are within walking distance. With so many winning qualities, this apartment is sure to be snapped up.


Style: Ground floor Victorian garden flat
Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 kitchen, 1 reception, 1 bathroom
Location: Preston Circus/Preston Park
Floor Area: 523 sq.ft.
Outside: east facing rear garden
Parking: Residents’ permit zone J
Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it
With the cool, café culture of Preston Circus on your doorstep and Brighton Station just minutes away on foot, this one-bedroom garden flat sits in a hugely popular location. Set back from the road behind a neat front garden abundant with hot pink hydrangeas, the main house bears classic Victorian features included canted bay windows and decorative corbels below the roofline.

This apartment enjoys easy access on the ground floor, and while it lies on a main road, it is immediately peaceful once inside the flat as the double glazing works well and all you see are flowers as you look out through the wide bay window on the westerly wall of the living room. A high ceiling adds to the feeling of space and there is ample room for dining and relaxation in here. Wood flooring and white walls offer a blank canvas for any new owners who will enjoy putting their own stamp on the place.

Next door, the bedroom is a great size with peaceful garden views and a wall of hand-built, full-height wardrobes to maximise the floor space. This leaves plenty of room for a king bed and further pieces of bedroom furniture, and the tranquil views are a joy to wake up to.

Moving through the apartment, you pass bounteous under stairs storage before entering the kitchen. Modern units in white have been paired with dark granite-effect surfaces, and within these, the washing machine, oven and gas hob have been integrated, leaving space for a tall fridge freezer.

At the far end of the flat, the bathroom simply designed with a white suite and a powerful shower over the bath which is heated by the Valliant gas central heating boiler, wall mounted in the kitchen.

Outside, the garden is a great size, which facing east, receives plenty of light during the morning and through to the afternoon. It has the original brick wall on its southern side and new fencing on its northern edge plus a long area or lawn running centrally. There is a mature tree to bring some dappled shade during the warmer seasons, and there are deep flower beds for planting to add colour and scent to the space. For somewhere so central, it is incredibly peaceful and is a lovely spot to sit out during summer with your morning coffee.

Agent’s thoughts:
This is a very smart and spacious flat in a fantastic location for professionals and commuters. There is plenty to entertain you nearby and the garden is a real bonus.

Owner’s thoughts:
‘There is a fantastic energy to this area with so much to enjoy nearby - namely The Duke of York Cinema and a huge variety of gastropubs, restaurants and cafes to explore. The commute has been a breeze with the station so close by and you can walk everywhere from here to be at the beach or in the city centre in under 20 minutes.’

Where it is
Shops: Local 1 min walk, North Laines 10 min walk
Station: London Road 4 min walk Brighton 6 min walk
Seafront or Park: Preston Park 5 min walk, seafront 20 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Newman College, Varndean 6th Form
Private: Brighton College, Windlesham

This is a fantastic property in a popular location which is well served for shops, parks and schools. There are plenty of local green spaces, and great transport links, but you are also only a short walk from everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. The A23/A27 and two stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.