Lower Rock Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Big, bright and easy to live in, this 1 bed ground floor apartment is in a fashionable period terrace perfect for first time buyers and investors with the sea at one end and vibrant St James’s Street (which hosts a Pride party) at the other – and Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London just a few minutes by cab or bus. Quiet, comfortable and a rare find in the only double fronted villa in the historic street, it spans a generous 28.92m2 (311.29 sq. ft.) just a stroll from local beaches which have café bars, a new Lido and yoga centre, and you can walk along the seafront, past So-Ho House, to the Royal Pavilion and cultural heart of the city. Inside has a sociable open plan living room, a private double bedroom - and you could easily add glamour in the big bathroom – so there’s scope to add value. In the historic artist’s quarter of the city near the pier, it is also within walking distance of major employers like Amex, Brighton University buildings, arts colleges and the County Hospital.

In brief:
Style Ground floor apartment in period terrace
Type 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom, living dining room, kitchen
Area Kemptown
Floor Area
Outside Space N/A
Parking Permit zone C
Council Tax Band A

Why you’ll like it:
Broad bay fronted in an historic terrace which steps down to the sea, this stately double fronted building is set back from a wide street with permit parking and has an impressive frontage, its grand entrance now secured by answer phone entry. Inside, the communal hall is tidy, and this private apartment is on the ground floor, quietly located at the back.

Inside, the hushed hallway has space for organised storage and ahead, spanning 4.10m x 3.10m (13’5 x 10’2) with a large window to bathe the room with light, the open plan living room is a classic beauty with ample floorspace in which to create defined areas where you can relax or enjoy time with friends and family in absolute seclusion. The ceiling is high, so the room is restful and the stylish kitchen is tucked into one corner of the room, so although sociable it doesn’t dominate the whole space.

Well designed to deliver plenty of storage, stylish shaker kitchen units are topped by practical working surfaces. There’s an integrated hob and oven beneath a hood to ensure the space stays fragrant and there’s plumbing for a washing machine as well as designated space for a fridge freezer if you like to entertain at home– although don’t forget St James’s Street has plenty of cafes, bistro bars and restaurants to choose from.

Light, airy and comfortable with calm decoration and space for furniture even with a big bed in situ, the double bedroom is ready for your move and next door, a contemporary bathroom has a practical finish with tiling from floor to ceiling, an electric shower over the bath and a lit mirror, although it would be easy to glam it up, which would add value over time.

Agent says:
“You can enjoy the Brighton lifestyle to the full from this exclusive location by the sea. Ideal as a home with an array of amenities at the end of the terrace, if you are looking for an investment it is a sensible one near major employers and university buildings, so a car wouldn’t be necessary!”

Owner’s secret:
“You can reach the whole city easily on foot or by bus, and the shops and cafes along St James’s Street are really friendly, so if you’re new to Brighton, you won’t feel isolated!”

What’s around you:
Shops: Upper St James’s Street 1 min
Train Station: 15 minutes by bus
Seafront or Park: Seafront 1 min, New Steine Gardens 3 minutes

Closest schools:
Primary: Queen’s Park
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf School, Roedean, Brighton & Hove High

60 seconds from the seafront, cafes and bars, access to Brighton’s shopping, restaurants, clubs and bars is swift, and this sought after location is also within easy walking distance of the Royal Pavilion and famous arts venues and famous Lanes. Convenient for the art colleges, Amex and hospitals, Kemptown is also well served for parks which provide cool green spaces and also host events in our legendary city festivals. The whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and the station with its fast links to Gatwick Airport and London is about a 25 minute walk- or 5 by cab. If you need a car, parking permit zone C has no waiting list.