Beaconsfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £180,000--£200,000.

ANOTHER SALE AGREED BY BRAND VAUGHAN PRESTON PARK OFFICE.

IDEAL FIRST TIME BUYER OR BUY TO LET INVESTMENT.

Well-presented and perfectly located in a vibrant area, this one-bedroom flat offers excellent value for first time buyers looking to get a step on the property ladder. It sits in the newly regenerated Preston Circus area; just minutes from both Brighton Station and London Road Station – both of which are ideal for commuters into London or either of the city’s universities. The green of Preston Park and The Level are also on your doorstep should you hanker for outside space, as are plenty of local amenities including budget gyms and eateries, and the City Centre and beach are within walking distance. With so many winning qualities, this apartment is sure to be snapped up.

Style: 1st floor converted flat
Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 open plan kitchen/living room, 1 shower room
Location: Preston Circus/Preston Park
Floor Area: 498 sq.ft.
Outside: N/A
Parking: Residents permit zone J
Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it
With the cool, café culture of Preston Circus on your doorstep and Brighton Station just minutes away on foot, this one-bedroom flat sits in a hugely popular location. Elevated on the first floor above a commercial premises, this property was converted from offices during the early 2000s, so it has well-proportioned rooms and energy efficient double glazed windows.
Upon entry, a vast storage cupboard has space for hanging coats, organising shoes and for storing household items, so the flat remains clutter free. Newly fitted, the bathroom is stylish with matt black fittings and cabinetry alongside metro brick and patterned tiles on the floor and walls. A second built-in cupboard in the hall is ideal for towels and linen.

Conveniently opposite, the bedroom is a tranquil double with frosted windows for privacy. There is ample space for a double bed and bedroom furnishings, although the hallway cupboard can also be utilised for this.

Spanning the depth of the flat, with dual aspect windows enjoying a leafy outlook, the living room feels deceptively spacious as it is open plan to the kitchen. A peninsula island forms a small breakfast bar and the whole space has been well-designed to provide plenty of storage alongside an integrated oven and hob, leaving space and plumbing for a washing machine and an under-counter fridge. Elsewhere, there is space for relaxation on homely furnishings during the evening.

Agent’s thoughts:
This flat is ready to move straight into. It also sits in a fantastic location for professionals, investors and commuters.

Owner’s thoughts:
‘This flat has been a great first home for me as there is so much to enjoy nearby with The Duke of York Cinema on the doorstep and a huge variety of gastropubs, restaurants and cafes to explore. There is a lovely energy to Preston Circus and you can walk everywhere from here, getting to the beach or city centre in under 20 minutes.’

Where it is
Shops: Local 1 min walk, North Laines 10 min walk
Station: London Road 4 min walk Brighton 6 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 is a fantastic property 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/A27 and two stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.