First Avenue, Hove, East Sussex, BN3

Brilliantly located within The Avenues Conservation Area, amidst everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer, this attractive one-bedroom apartment provides the perfect opportunity to grab a slice of the quintessential Brighton & Hove lifestyle by the sea. It is formed within the second floor of a substantial Victorian townhouse, so it benefits from elegant proportions and tall sash windows bringing in warm light from the west.

Its close proximity to the beach, the city, Hove Station, and the cosmopolitan shops, cafes and restaurants of Church Road, make this property a fantastic option for first-time buyers, investors and commuters alike, looking to invest in a prestigious location which will hold and improve its value over time.


Style: 2nd floor flat in a Victorian townhouse
Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom + WC, 1 living/dining room, 1 kitchen
Location: The Avenues Conservation Area
Floor Area: 580.06 sq.ft.
Outside: West facing balcony
Parking: Permit Parking Zone N
Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it:
Rising several storeys high and richly decorated with Victorian architectural features, the villas of First Avenue are a sight to behold lining the way from Church Road to the sea. While they sit centrally in Hove, they are surprisingly peaceful tucked away from the main thoroughfares. This sweet one-bedroom apartment is found elevated on the second floor, so it is naturally light with high ceilings and tall sash windows providing oblique sea views.

Internally, the flat has a smart, neutral décor throughout, creating a blank canvas for those looking to buy. While it has been modernised in areas, the original heritage and character of the property has been retained, with classic cornicing, dado rails, wall panels and skirtings found in almost every room.

Stepping inside, you are greeted into an entrance hall with rooms running along the westerly elevation to bring in a wealth of natural light. The sitting room is a fantastic size with two tall sash windows opening to a small balcony from which you can see the sea. There is ample space inside for relaxed furnishings and for formal dining, with the kitchen conveniently next door.

Fitted with modern cabinetry offering plenty of storage and worktop space, the kitchen is a great size for the keen cook. While the oven, gas hob and fridge freezer are integrated, space has been left for a washing machine and the sink has been thoughtfully placed below the window.

Peacefully positioned to the rear of the property, the bedroom is an elegant double room with soft carpet underfoot and a wide sash window dressed in white shutters to allow natural light to filter through from the east to gently wake you in the morning. The bathroom is en suite tucked away up a couple of steps, gleaming in white with stylish brick tiles around the bath and shower. For guests, there is a separate WC off the entrance hall.

This generous one-bedroom flat is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach nearby. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this apartment also offers easy access to Hove Station and the A23/A27 which have direct and fast links to the airports and London.