1 bed Flat For Sale £240,000
Wakefield Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

GUIDE PRICE: £240,000--£260,000.

VACANT POSSESSION.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Split level, with sole access to a sunny rear garden and with its own street entrance, this one-bedroom flat feels deceptively spacious and is naturally light. It has undergone some redecoration in recent months, so it is ready to move straight into, yet it is also a blank canvas for first-time buyers looking to put their own stamp on the place. It sits on the lower ground floor of a Victorian townhouse in Brighton’s Roundhill Conservation Area, benefitting from glorious, far-reaching views to the rear which can be enjoyed from the main reception and the garden.

Brighton’s bohemian North Laine Shopping District is on your doorstep, hosting a plethora of cafes, restaurants and boutique shops, or there are several local supermarkets and gastro pubs nearby. Transport links are excellent with Brighton and London Road Stations within walking distance offering links to the universities and London, and the beach is just 20-minutes on foot. With so many brilliant features, this home will appeal to professionals, commuters and investors alike.

Style: Lower ground floor flat within a Victorian terraced house

Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 living room, 1 kitchen

Area: Roundhill Conservation Area

Floor Area: 512 sq. ft.

Outside: East/South facing rear garden

Parking: Residents’ parking zone J

Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it:

Elevated part-way up Wakefield Road on one of Brighton’s famous hills, this apartment enjoys natural light and views; unlike so many lower ground floor apartments. It also feels private with its own street entrance accessed down a few stone steps and its split-level layout adds to the feeling of space.

Upon entry, the kitchen is immediately to the left with modern cabinetry providing plenty of storage and space for a freestanding gas cooker and another under counter appliance. Next door, with a westerly aspect, the living room has space for dining and relaxation – and while it is street facing, it is perfectly private due to its lower ground position, while allowing the afternoon light to stream in.

Peacefully positioned to the rear, the bedroom shares the same generous proportions and neutral palette as the living room, but with a wide bay window to bring in the first of the distant views over the city to Brighton Racecourse in the east. There is ample space for a king size bed and freestanding bedroom furnishings to include a dressing table in the bay if need be.

Stepping down, you come to the bathroom which is spacious and modern with porcelain stone tiling and a rainfall shower over the bath. Also on this level, a door opens to the garden which is a great size for a city pad. It has border walls and glorious views, plus a lawn with space for summer barbecues. It faces east but is open to the south, receiving plenty of sunshine throughout the day, and it is nicely low-maintenance, ready for the modern lifestyle.

Agent’s thoughts:
Well-presented, naturally light and spacious, this home will attract professionals looking to live in a vibrant community close to the city and excellent transport links.

Owner’s thoughts:
“I was impressed with the natural light in the flat when I first bought it. The garden is a huge bonus during the summer, and you cannot beat the location for convenience as the city, beach and stations are so easily accessible.”

Where it is
Shops: Local 2 min walk, North Laines 8 min walk
Station: Brighton Station 8-10 min walk, London Road Station (universities)8-10 min walk
Seafront or Park: The Level 2 min walk, seafront 15-20 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools, Fairlight Primary
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Sixth Form: Newman College, BHASVIC, Varndean Sixth Form College
Private: Brighton College, Windlesham, Montessori School

This is a fantastic home 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 A27/A23 and stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.