Pelham Square, Brighton

Set on the corner of historic Pelham Square, this three-bedroom period house offers over 1,550 sq ft of space across four floors, with a south-facing garden, generous proportions and enormous potential for its next owner to shape around the way they want to live. 

The house needs modernising, but that is a large part of its appeal. Rather than inheriting somebody else’s choices, there is an opportunity here to work with a brilliant existing footprint and a wealth of original character. Exposed wooden floorboards, feature fireplaces, ceiling roses, dado rails and tall skirting boards remain throughout, while the arrangement across four floors gives the house plenty of flexibility. 

The lower ground floor is currently centred around the kitchen and dining room. The dining space sits at the front, with a bay window and feature fireplace, while the kitchen occupies the rear. There is separate street access at the front, along with a utility area and WC, and a small courtyard to the rear which could potentially be connected more directly to the main garden above. 

On the ground floor, the dual-aspect reception room runs across much of the house, with enough space to create distinct areas for sitting, reading or entertaining.. A few steps down, a separate garden room opens directly onto the south-facing garden and would work equally well as a home office, studio or quieter reading nook.  

Two bedrooms occupy the first floor. The principal bedroom faces the square, with a bay window and original fireplace, while the second looks out over the garden. The family bathroom sits on the half landing, with a bath and shower over, and there is additional storage from the landing. 

The top floor is given entirely to the third bedroom, a generous room tucked into the roofline with eaves storage and another window overlooking the garden. 

At around 1,552 sq ft, this is a substantial house for such a central location. It could work as a long-term Brighton home, somewhere to split time between Brighton and elsewhere, or potentially as a rental investment. In each case, the appeal is much the same: a proper period house, a brilliant central setting and plenty of scope to make your own.  

Additional Property Information 

Property type: End-of-terrace house 
Tenure: Freehold 
EPC rating: TBC 
Council tax band: D 
Outside space: South-facing rear garden and lower-ground-floor courtyard 
Parking: Permit holder parking in Zone Y  

The area 

The North Laine is one of Brighton’s most loved neighbourhoods, known for its creative spirit and strong community feel. Independent coffee shops, vintage boutiques, restaurants and pubs line the surrounding streets, giving the area its distinctive character.  

Brighton seafront, with its iconic pier, promenade and beaches, is approximately half a mile away, while the city centre and cultural quarter are on your doorstep. Living here means having everything within easy reach, yet enjoying the charm of a historic garden square setting.  

Transport links  

Brighton mainline station is approximately a five-minute walk away, making this an excellent choice for London commuters. Direct services reach London Bridge in around 1 hour 10 minutes and Gatwick Airport in approximately 30 minutes. For motorists, on-street permit holder parking is available within the local zone.  

Schools  

The area is well-known for its good schools for all ages. Local primary schools within walking distance include St Paul’s CofE and St Bartholomew’s. Secondary schools nearby include Cardinal Newman and Blatchington Mill. Varndean College and BHASVIC offer good further education options. 

Garden

Private south-facing garden accessed via the ground floor.

Parking - Permit

Permit holder parking in Zone Y.

Disclaimer

All property details have been provided by the owners. While Number Twenty Four strives for accuracy, we cannot guarantee the completeness or correctness of this information. Buyers and renters are advised to conduct their own due diligence before proceeding with a purchase or let.