Shirley Street, Hove

Guide price £500,000 - £550,000. Spread over three floors, with the scope to convert the roof space (STNC), this terraced townhouse offers versatile accommodation for a family. It is located in a highly desirable area in Hove, close to pubs, shops, and the beach, and would make the perfect forever home.

The Property - Grey paved steps lead you up to the well-presented front door of this terraced townhouse. Through the front door, the ground floor has a bright and spacious bedroom (currently used as a study) and a family bathroom with a corner tub and separate shower.

On the first floor is a spacious principal bedroom with a large bay window. Shelved alcoves add to the character of this room and triple-fitted wardrobes provide plenty of storage space. On the landing, stairs lead up to the loft space, which has permission to convert into rooms (STNC).

The lower ground floor provides a calm oasis tucked away from the outside world. Modern kitchen cupboards and appliances hug the walls and there’s space for a dining table in the middle of the room. A pantry cupboard offers additional storage. The living room, with a pretty feature fireplace and shelved alcoves, provides a space for relaxation. Access to the courtyard garden, which has space for a table and chairs, is through the kitchen.

This property is Freehold and the council tax band is C.

The Area - This property is located in the heart of Hove on a quiet and friendly residential street a stone’s throw from popular family pubs, specialty restaurants, and local shops. Less than a mile away is Hove seafront with its popular lawns, promenade, and beaches. The centre of Brighton can be reached on foot along the seafront in forty minutes. Public transport will get you there in less than twenty minutes.

Schools - The area is well-known for its good schools for all ages. Local primary schools within walking distance include Hove Junior School and St Christopher’s Prep School. Secondary schools nearby include Cardinal Newman and Blatchington Mill. Varndean College and BHASVIC offer good further education options.

Transport Links - Located a short seven-minute walk from Hove Station, this property is well-situated for London commuters or those who like to get out of the city on occasion. London Bridge can be reached directly in just under an hour and ten minutes and Gatwick Airport in half an hour. For those with a car, there is permit-holder parking on the street outside. The A27, which connects Brighton & Hove to Worthing in the West and Eastbourne in the East can be accessed in under ten minutes.

What We Think - “Quintessentially ‘Hove’, this well-presented townhouse will make the perfect home for a family looking to settle in the area. Local neighbours have formed a welcoming community and this home offers an oasis from the outside world.”

Abi Radford, CMO & Co-Founder at Number Twenty Four