House For Sale £550,000
Yardley Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE : £550,000 - £575,000.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Tucked away between Preston Circus and Roundhill is a peaceful lattice of Victorian terraces with this beautiful two-bedroom house sitting in its midst. It is brimming with original period character and charm, and the sunny rear garden is the perfect summer extension of the home. With two reception areas it offers versatile living spaces for families with children of all ages who will appreciate the excellent school catchment. The interior is warm, homely and neutrally decorated, so there remains plenty of scope for further modernisation and extension which would add considerable value in such a sought-after location.

While the location is quiet, it remains incredibly central with a wealth of shops, restaurants and both London Road and Brighton stations nearby with commuter links to the universities and London. For families and professionals alike, this property is a sound investment, meaning it will be coveted by many.

Style: Victorian terraced house
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living/dining room, 1 kitchen breakfast room
Bathrooms: 1
Location: Preston Circus
Floor Area: 905 sq.ft
Outside: East facing walled rear garden
Parking: Residents permit zone J
Council Tax Band: C

Why you’ll like it
For families and professionals alike, the popularity if this area has never waned. Its proximity to two stations and several ‘outstanding’ schools has been a huge pull for many, alongside the excellent transport links by bus and the local amenities at Preston Circus.

The terraces themselves are a delight with sweet front gardens and colourful facades. This house sits mid-terrace; immaculate in white with its architectural plasterwork picked out in black, and a zesty yellow front door. Stepping inside, it feels far more spacious than the modest exterior implies. A long corridor stretches back through the house to the kitchen while the through living and dining room is to the left.

Once two rooms, they have since been opened to create one bright and sociable space with clearly defined areas for formal dining and relaxed seating. Wood flooring in the living area echoes the warm wood tones of the architraves and fireplace, while the dining area has been laid with carpet. The ceiling is high, and the original cornicing wends its way around the perimeter. Dual aspect, the widows bring in natural light throughout the day from east to west and the views are peaceful looking out over the quiet street or floral garden.

Moving through to the kitchen, the cabinets are in solid pine, offering plenty of storage at both base and wall levels. While the oven and gas hob are integrated, space has been left for a washing machine and a tall fridge freezer, plus there is space for a kitchen table for informal dining occasions. It would be possible to modernise in here or paint the units for a fresh makeover which would add value for very little.

Outside, the garden is a fantastic size for a Central Brighton home. Ready for the busy modern lifestyle, it is paved to be low-maintenance and the borders are well-established bringing scent and colour to the space. There is space to dine alfresco, and the side return is ideal for bike storage – or you could extend the kitchen into the side return to increase the foot print and value of the house.

Returning inside, the bathroom is directly ahead from the first-floor landing. While the suite feels a little dated, it is in fine fettle having been well-maintained over the years. Modernisation in here would also add value as the space is fantastic and would lend itself to many styles of bathroom design.

The bedrooms are both double rooms; one looking out over the tranquil garden while the other spans the front of the house with a bay window to echo the one in the living room. Both rooms are carpeted for added warmth and comfort and both have ample space for double beds and generous free-standing wardrobes within their alcoves.

The loft is yet undeveloped, so a third bedroom en suite could be added, subject to the necessary planning consents – although these are easier to come by outside of the nearby conservation areas.

Agent’s thoughts:
This house feels immediately warm and welcoming – yet it is brimming with potential for further improvements making it ideal for families needing that extra bedroom or for professionals requiring a house for entertaining and working from home.

Owner’s thoughts:
“There is a genuine sense of community within Yardley Street which has meant it has been a pleasure to live here. It is incredibly peaceful, as you are off the beaten track, but you’ve got the wonderful Sunny Foods and Arkwrights Deli around the corner, the renowned Duke of Yorks Cinema and Brighton Station; all just a few minutes away. It will definitely be a wrench to leave.’

Where it is
Shops: Local 2 min walk, city centre/North Laine 15-20 min walk
Station: London Road 2 min Brighton 12 min walk
Seafront or Park: Preston Park 9 min walk, seafront 30 min walk/10 min bus ride
Closest Schools:
Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Windlesham Prep.

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