The Drive, Hove, East Sussex, BN3

Tucked away behind border walls and leafy grounds, Baltimore Court stands proudly on The Drive in Central Hove, just minutes from Hove Station and Seafront

This generous two-bedroom apartment sits elevated on the second floor with a south and westerly aspect ensuring it is filled with natural light right through the day. It is well presented, with good room proportions, but has potential for modernisation which would add value in this prestigious location. The views are lush and green through each of its wide picture windows, and it also boasts on-site parking within a garage – a huge bonus as parking comes at a premium in this part of the city.

Being so well located with Church Road restaurants, boutique shops and artisan cafes nearby, this property would suit commuters, investors and professionals alike.

Style: 2nd floor flat in a purpose-built development
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living/dining room, 1 kitchen
Location: Hove Station/The Drive
Floor Area: 883 sq.ft.
Outside: South westerly balcony
Parking: Garage
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:
Baltimore Court is a smart red brick development tucked in between Victorian mansion houses on The Drive, surrounded by mature trees while set back from the road behind border walls. It is clearly a well-maintained building with rows of residents’ garages discreetly positioned to the rear of the building. It is eight storeys tall, looking out over the city as it sweeps down to the sea, just ten-minutes away on foot.

This apartment is perfectly positioned on the second floor with easy access via lift or stairs from the neat communal ways. Stepping inside, the scale of the apartment becomes apparent as you enter a wide and welcoming entrance hall stretching right through the depth of the flat, into the living room and out through the wide bay window framing green and leafy views. There are several deep storage cupboards for household items, shoes and coats, which ensure the flat remains clutter free.

While it is well presented throughout, there remains scope for new owners to modernise or put their own stamp on the place which may add value in this prestigious location. It is a wonderful size as it stands with two generous double bedrooms, yet there is potential to create a third by moving the kitchen into the living room where there is ample space for an open plan layout – all food for thought.

Within the living room, soft grey carpet is paired with white walls for a neutral finish to suit all styles of furnishing. A wide box bay window on the westerly elevation brings warming light through during the afternoon, while a door opens on the southerly side to the balcony where there is space for drinks and dinner alfresco as the weather warms. There is space inside within the bay for a formal dining table and chairs without compromising on space for soft furnishings. Nearby, the kitchen is well-appointed with Shaker cabinetry and fully integrated appliances, so you can move straight in with relative ease.

Both bedrooms are excellent double rooms with the same smart, neutral decoration as the living room. Each room benefits from a wall of built-in wardrobes, so even with king size beds, the floor space is not compromised. Conveniently across the hall, the shower room is modern and spacious with ample storage around the basin for toiletries and towels.

This mid-century flat is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and the parks are within easy reach, and this bright apartment also offers easy access to the A23/A27 as well as Hove Station with its regular, fast links to the airports and London.