Preston Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £475,000- £500,000.

TURN KEY HIGH SPEC TWO BEDROOM MAISONETTE.

PRIVATE REAR PATIO GARDEN.

SHARE OF FREEHOLD.

CLOSE TO PRESTON PARK.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Echoing the graceful arches of Brighton’s historic Victorian viaduct, the Old Technology College is equally beautiful with its decorative red-brick facade. It has recently been converted into contemporary apartments with striking interiors and mezzanine levels taking full advantage of the incredible proportions of the original building. This exceptional two-bedroom apartment also benefits from two bathrooms, a vast open plan living room and kitchen, plus a private patio running alongside the communal garden. Windows rise through both levels and are triple glazed for maximum sound insulation from both the road and the trains which trundle by slowly over the viaduct. For an open and airy space, it is perfectly warm during winter due to under floor heating and the sun naturally lights the space.

The local area has a wealth of amenities from pubs, cafes, delicatessens, health food shops, gyms and a cinema, plus Preston Park is a dream at any time of year. Preston Park Station and Brighton Mainline Station are within easy walking distance, as is London Road Station with access to Lewes and the universities, and the schools within catchment are excellent.


Style: Ground and first floor loft style apartment
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 open plan living room/kitchen
Location: Preston Circus/Preston Park
Floor Area: 853 sq.ft
Outside: west facing rear decked garden and communal garden
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:
Sitting just seconds from the leafy environs of Preston Park, with the cool, café culture of Preston Circus nearby, this two-bedroom loft-style apartment sits in a hugely popular location. Formed within the Old Technological College on Preston Road it is also part of a hugely attractive building bearing the classic features of Victorian industrial architecture with oversized windows, soaring ceilings and decorative brickwork features.

This property sits on the ground and first floors, with dual heigh ceilings and a wealth of glazing to fill it with natural light. It has its own street entrance to the rear of the building which runs alongside a communal garden, with a gate opening to a private west facing patio with space to grow plants or simply keep low maintenance as it is decked with space for alfresco dining.
Stepping directly into the living room, the scale and natural light within the property are immediately apparent. It has clearly been designed by those with an eye for modern interiors, using the vast space to its maximum potential, with open vaults rising two storeys above the front door and stairwell. Windows rise through this height allowing for borrowed light to the upper floors through internal glazing, and white walls feel akin to a gallery space, serving to brighten each room further.

Pale oak flooring, heated from below and zoned, runs throughout the open plan reception room, culminating in a dining area and streamlined kitchen fitted with all the necessary appliances and ample workspace for the keen cook. Stone worktops complete the luxurious finish which can be found in every room. This open plan space invites entertaining which can spill outside during the warmer seasons when the garden becomes a natural extension of the home.

On trend, the main bathroom completes the ground floor with urban concrete wall and floor tiles around a contemporary bath suite with a shower over it. Matt black fittings feel chic and stylish against pale grey, softly lit by LEDs below mirrored cabinets.

Stairs rise to the galleried landing which has a lovely viewpoint through tall windows over the local, yet private landscape. Bedroom two sits to the rear of the building with a large internal picture window allowing plenty of borrowed light through. It is a double room, although dressed as a nursery at present, but would happily house a double bed and freestanding bedroom furnishings, although built-in wardrobes are in place.

Likewise, the principal room is an elegant size with built-in storage and access to a chic en suite shower room decorated in the same style as the bathroom below but with a roomy walk-in rainfall shower.

Agent’s thoughts:
This is a uniquely beautiful and spacious apartment in a fantastic location for professionals, families and commuters. There is so much to enjoy nearby, yet it feels incredibly peaceful here.

Owners’ thoughts:
‘This has been a wonderful home for us, first as a couple and now as a family of three. It has been great for entertaining friends, and we have loved living so close to the park – particularly during the spring and summer. We are looking to move closer to family, otherwise we would happily stay.’

Where it is
Shops: Local 1 min walk, North Laines 10 min walk
Station: London Road 3 min walk Brighton 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: Preston Park 2 min walk, seafront 20 min walk

Closest Schools:
Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Newman College, Varndean 6th Form
Private: Brighton College, Lancing College Prep

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 stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.