Grand Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Guide Price: £180,000 - £220,000

A great first buy or central investment this ground floor 1 bedroom apartment is a rare find, good to go in a fashionable location within moments of the trees and fountains of Victoria Gardens, the Royal Pavilion and the vibrant al fresco lifestyle of North Laine. As end of a Regency Grade II listed terrace it is bright and cheerful with light coming in from the south and east, and 48.65m2 (523.66 sq. ft.) deliver a living room, a kitchen which opens to the patio and en-suite bedroom which all blend beautiful period proportion with a stylish, contemporary finish.

On the edge of the fabulous Circus development with its pedestrian square, there’s easy access to bus routes to take you to all parts of the city as well as to the universities – and both the sea and the station (with direct trains to Gatwick and London) are just a 10 min walk.

In Brief:
Style Ground floor patio apartment in Grade II end of terrace
Type 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom en-suite, living room, kitchen
Area Central Brighton
Floor Area Please see floorplan
Outside Space
Parking Permit zone C no list
Council Tax Band TBC

Why You’ll Like It
Chic, central and secure this spacious apartment is on the ground floor of a grand, Grade II listed Regency building which is end of terrace, and through an organised communal hallway, you step into a hushed hall with a deep cupboard for storage.

Ahead, the large living room has plenty of space to put your feet up – or let your hair down, and it’s ready to move into with timeless décor, a high ceiling and an oak floor. Light and airy with a window to the south, unusually it is not directly overlooked and it leads to a bright, streamlined kitchen. Galley by name but not by nature with plenty of storage and practical work surfaces which are also on trend, it’s good to go with an integrated electric hob, oven and hood, space for an under counter fridge freezer and plumbing in place for a washing machine. In the far wall, the door opens to a private patio.

At the front of the apartment, you won’t feel hemmed in as the generous principal bedroom is raised from the street for privacy, where the broad west bay brings in the trees of the historic gardens whilst the south window looks over the broad side street, so the neighbours aren’t too close either. The floor is timeless oak and although there’s ample floor space, there are also alcoves, perfect for wardrobes. The chic shower room is en-suite but cleverly placed so guests don’t need to go into the main bedroom area, and it has a spa like feel where designer tiles in natural colours help you to relax, the walk in shower is large enough to share, the broad hand basin has storage and there’s a heated rail for towels. Perfect.

Agent says:
“This is a fashionable location with everything you could possibly want within walking distance whatever your mood.”

Owner’s secret:
“The London Road which takes you into the heart of the city – or out to the National Park or A23/27 with bus routes (and Gatwick Express coach) if you don’t want to drive. The gardens opposite with fountains in the summer are sociable as people gather there for lunch in the sun, who always say hello, and it is extremely useful to have Budgens on the doorstep which opens early and closes late if you work at the hospitals, universities or commute.”

What’s around you:
Shops: Budgens 2 on foot, North Laine 3 to walk
Train Station: Brighton10 on foot, 4 by cab
Seafront or Park: Victoria Gardens opposite, Seafront 10 to walk

Closest schools:
Primary: Carden Hill Primary
Secondary: Dorothy Stringer, Varndean
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, MET, BIM,Varndean
Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove High

In a popular location with an unpretentious vibe, friendly local amenities and within walking distance of great shopping, restaurants, bars, theatres and music venues, this stylish apartment offers easy access to the Brighton lifestyle with something to fit every mood. Convenient for the art colleges and universities it is well served for parks and gardens which provide cool green spaces and host events in our famous city festivals. Close to the commercial districts and international cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus, rental bike or by car as the A23 and A27 are just minutes away, and Brighton Station serves Lewes, Gatwick and London.