Sussex Square, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

A GRAND REGENCY APARTMENT WITH BALCONY AND ACCESS TO SUSSEX SQUARE'S LEGENDARY PRIVATE GARDENS

Guide Price £425,000 - £450,000

On the first floor of one of Britain's most architecturally significant addresses, this extraordinary one-bedroom apartment sits within Grade I listed Sussex Square — Thomas Kemp and Thomas Cubitt's Regency masterpiece, conceived between 1823 and 1827 as Belgravia by the Sea. With 708 sq ft (65.7 sq m) of genuinely grand proportions, a east-facing wrought iron balcony, a living room of breathtaking elegance and access to the 7.5-acre private listed gardens which extend to the seafront, this is a rare and remarkable home — ideal as a luxury first purchase, a sophisticated coastal retreat or a premium investment in one of Brighton's most coveted addresses.

Sussex Square's private gardens are among the city's most cherished secrets — a vast, lush, walled enclosure for the exclusive use of residents, stretching all the way to the sea and available for a modest annual fee. Kemptown Village with its cafés, bistro bars and independent shops is a short stroll, Brighton College and the County Hospital are both within easy walking distance, and Brighton Station's direct trains to Gatwick and London are around 10 minutes by car or 7 by cab. Zone H permit parking has no waiting list.

Inside, soaring ceilings, deeply ornate original plasterwork cornicing, wide oak floorboards and tall sash windows deliver a sense of space and light that simply cannot be manufactured. This is a home of genuine architectural distinction, beautifully maintained and entirely ready to enjoy.

From the moment you step into the living room, the scale and quality announce themselves with unmistakable confidence. Soaring ceilings rise above deeply ornate original plasterwork, two crystal chandeliers cast light across wide oak floorboards and a beautiful period fireplace anchors the room beneath a wall of mirror. Tall sash windows open to the wrought iron balcony — planted with dramatic succulents and looking south over the private gardens — completing a room that is simply one of the most impressive in Kemptown.

A room of rare Regency grandeur — full height sash windows, original cornicing of the highest quality and a period fireplace deliver a formal elegance, whilst the east-facing balcony beyond is the perfect spot for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine above the treetops of the private gardens. The view over that canopy of mature trees to the open sky is one of those quietly extraordinary everyday pleasures that never loses its charm.

Sleek and well-considered with white handleless units, a dramatic black marble worktop and splashback, a gas hob and a sash window opening to the balcony — stylish, practical and with an outlook that makes even everyday cooking feel rather special.

A drop-down ladder in the apartment's entrance area (lobby) provides access at the mezzanine level that has a very useful storage area which extends from the apartment's front door to the kitchen. In the past this mezzanine level was apparently used by previous owners as an extra guest sleeping platform.

A genuinely generous double with original cornicing, a beautiful stained glass detail in the upper window and wide oak floorboards — restful, private and full of period character. The shower room is finished to a luxurious standard with full Carrara marble tiling, a large rainfall shower behind glass and a dark vanity unit beneath a Venetian mirror.

Where It Is:

Shops: Kemptown Village 5 min walk, St James's Street 5 min walk

Train Station: Brighton Station 10 min drive, 7 by cab, 25 min seafront stroll

Seafront or Park: Private gardens to seafront directly accessible

Closest Schools:

Primary: Queen's Park, St Luke's
Secondary: Varndean, Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Roedean

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Situated in the highly sought-after Kemp Town area of Brighton, this property benefits from a vibrant coastal setting known for its Regency architecture, charming garden squares, and close proximity to the seafront. The area offers an excellent selection of independent cafés, restaurants, and boutique shops, along with convenient access to the city centre and mainline transport links. Residents enjoy a lively yet relaxed atmosphere, with nearby green spaces, cultural attractions, and the beach all within easy reach, making it an ideal location for both professionals and those seeking a stylish seaside lifestyle.