1 bed Flat For Sale £275,000
Ditchling Rise, Brighton, East Sussex BN1

Internal viewings available on request.

Share of freehold.

Generous room proportions, high ceilings and a sunny southerly aspect are just a few of the
impressive features found in this stylish and deceptively spacious flat. It is formed from the top/first floor of a tall Victorian townhouse on Ditchling Rise, so it has far reaching views across the city through tall sash windows. The interior was completely renovated to include new heating, a full rewire and complete redecoration just 12-years ago – with many additions more recently. It is clear the current owner has an eye for interiors as the fixtures and fittings are of the finest quality with many bespoke elements – all of which will stand the test of time so you can move straight in with ease. Positioned on the top floor and with a share of the freehold, this apartment has the potential to extend up into the loft to create a second bedroom which would add value over time in an area such as this.

The North Laine shops and the newly regenerated Preston Circus are just a few minutes away on foot, as is Brighton Station for the London commute, and London Road Station is on the road for access to the universities and Lewes. Being so well-presented, favourably located, and with so much potential, this bright and spacious apartment is sure to attract many.

Style: First floor flat in a Victorian terrace

Bedrooms: 1 double

Living Rooms: 1 very spacious

Area: 601 sq.ft.

Location: Preston Park/Preston Circus

Parking: Residents permit zone J

Why you'll like it:

Ditchling Rise and the surrounding streets have been hugely popular with families and
professionals alike for many years now. Tree-lined terraces of Victorian townhouses, and the close proximity of two stations, the city and Preston Park have all held its appeal, and these houses are quintessential of the period adorned with ornate mouldings and reliefs around canted bay windows.

This apartment resides on the first (top) floor of a smart townhouse at the upper end of the hill, so the elevation and southerly aspect ensure the flat is gloriously warm and naturally lit throughout the day. It is set back from the road, so you approach up a traditionally tiled path then through a neat communal hallway shared with just one other. Once inside, there is an internal stairwell with quality coir carpet and freshly painted walls which rise up and throughout the main body of the flat. As you near the top, you get a line of sight into the kitchen and it is immediately clear this is a beautifully presented and stylish apartment.

Created using freestanding stainless-steel units, the kitchen has the feel of a professional space with a mini range cooker and worktops made of both solid oak and bamboo. The appliances are also freestanding and will stay – to include a washing machine and an under counter fridge, and the sink unit has been thoughtfully placed below the window, so you have lovely views to wash up to.

Next door, the bathroom has had a contemporary makeover with geometric vinyl flooring and a streamlined suite in white with a rainfall shower over the bath. Both the kitchen and the bathroom have had their ceilings raised into the gabled roof and fitted with Velux skylights, so additional light streams into these already bright rooms.

Stepping up to the galleried landing, the bedroom is next to the right and is a fine size double with peaceful views to the rear of the house looking out over the trees, gardens and rooftops of the local landscape which is lush and green due to the railway embankment. There is plenty of space in here for a king size bed without compromising on floor space. This is maximised by bespoke clothes storage which has been built into the alcove using varnished osb board and hanging rails – an on-trend and industrial look with huge appeal.

Spanning the front of the house, the beautiful living room is generously proportioned and incredibly bright due to its southerly aspect and elevation. When the leaves are off the trees you can see over the cityscape towards the coast where the i360 rises up above it all, reminding you just how close to the coast you are here. There are many original period features including sash windows and wall panels, while the fireplace has been reinstated – and could be open if need be – although it would require professional investigation as it has not been used in recent years. There is ample space for formal dining by the window and for relaxation on comfortable sofas and chairs, and the current owner has also created a work space running along one wall. The decoration is immaculate, and there is further space for shelving or furniture on the landing below the loft hatch. This is the perfect position for a staircase should you convert the loft, creating a second bedroom and potentially an en suite – certainly food for thought.

Agent's thoughts:

Filled with natural light – and beautifully presented throughout, this is apartment is already impressive, and it also sits in one of the most sought-after locations with so much of the city available to explore on foot. We do not expect it to stay on the market for long.

Owner's secret:

"It has been a wonderful 12-years that I have lived here, and I have really enjoyed the space since the renovations were completed. It is beautifully bright, and it feels far more spacious than many one-bedroom apartments in the area. The views are lovely, and the neighbours are incredible – I really don't want to leave them! The parade of shops on Beaconsfield Road is a fantastic bonus with Sunny Foods and Arkwrights Deli being firm favourite, and it is so convenient living here with the city and station just minutes away on foot. I am looking for a house with two/three bedrooms now – but I will not be moving far."

Where it is:

Shops: Local 2 min walk, North Laines 10 min walk

Station: London Road 1 min walk Brighton Station 8-10 min walk

Seafront or Park: Preston Park 5 min walk, seafront 15 min walk

Closest Schools:

Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools

Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman rc

Private: Brighton College

This deceptively spacious apartment 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 and stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.