Sharpthorne Crescent, Portslade, Brighton

Guide Price £450,000 - £475,000
This semi-detached three-bedroom home in Sharpthorne Crescent, Portslade, has been a much-loved family home for over 20 years. Set in a quiet and friendly neighbourhood where residents tend to stay long term, the property enjoys a welcoming community atmosphere.

A real highlight of the home is its unusually large rear garden, spanning circa 75 feet and offering stunning views towards the South Downs. Planted for year-round interest, the garden has a large lawn, raised flower beds, a greenhouse, an apple tree, a wildflower patch, and a pond. A wide variety of birds are attracted to the garden.

Inside, the open-plan kitchen and dining area creates a sociable space, with stripped wooden flooring running throughout. The kitchen is fitted with a Bosch gas hob and Samsung electric fan oven, with space for both a washing machine and fridge. The Ideal combi boiler is also located here. The dining area benefits from bespoke built-in cupboards and has plenty of room for a large table. The living room at the front of the house is bright and spacious, with a wide bay window allowing in plenty of natural light.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, which includes a white suite with a bath and electric shower. The first-floor landing has a window to the side, that brings in additional light, and there is access to a loft with storage. The entire house has double-glazed windows and doors and the back of the house has been recently redecorated.

The location is ideal for access to green spaces, with two nearby parks and Benfield Valley Nature Reserve within easy reach. Foredown Tower and Devil’s Dyke are also within walking distance for those who enjoy countryside walks. Practical amenities are close by, with local shops on Boundary Road and further amenities in Burlington Gardens, including a bakery, pizza restaurant, and convenience stores. Portslade Station is a 15-minute walk, while regular bus services on Benfield Way provide easy connections to Brighton and Shoreham. A large Sainsbury’s in Hove is just a 10-minute walk from the property.