Brimming with potential to add considerable value, this generous two-bedroom apartment is a rare gem in the city. Elevated on the second floor of an attractive Mid-Century apartment building in central Hove, it also benefits from far-reaching views and easy access to everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. There is on-site parking and walled communal gardens surrounded by mature trees which make it hard to believe you are so central, yet Brighton Mainline Station is an easy stroll for the London commute and the beach is fewer than 5-minutes down the hill. There are several excellent schools within walking distance alongside St Ann’s Well Gardens and every amenity you could wish for on nearby Western and Church Roads. With so many winning qualities, this property would make a wonderful home for professionals, families, downsizers and investors.

Style: 4th floor purpose-built apartment
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom + WC, 1 kitchen, 1 living room
Location: Clifton Hill Conservation Area
Floor Area: 800 sq.ft.
Outside: walled communal gardens
Parking: on-site parking with residents’ permit
Tenure: Share of the freehold
Length of Lease: 995 Years remaining
Maintenance Fees: £120 Per month

Why you’ll like it
The Park Royal development sits within walled grounds and is attractive on the approach having recently come to the end of a five-year exterior renovation plan. Its clean, Mid-Century lines are softened by its leafy environs, and there is plenty of residents’ parking on-site. A secure entry system provides access to a neat communal hallway where a lift awaits to take you to the second floor.

The wonderful thing about purpose-built apartments is their proportions. Every room is bright, open and well insulated for sound and heat, and there is a vast amount of storage to ensure the space remains streamlined. These flats also lend themselves to many styles of decoration, from the modern to the traditional, so they are hugely versatile.

You are greeted into a wide and welcoming hallway, and while the space feels a little dated, the potential immediately clear. The bathroom is first to the left with a bath suite and an electric shower above it. The WC is separate next door so the two rooms could be opened up to create one large bathroom with both a separate shower and bathtub – all food for thought.

The bedrooms sit conveniently opposite the bathroom with a sunny aspect looking out over the surrounding greenery. They are generous double rooms with space for built-in wardrobes or freestanding bedroom furnishings and king size beds.

Larger still is the living room which enjoys a deep box bay window creating the ideal space for a dining table and chairs. There is ample space elsewhere for comfortable furnishings, sideboards and side tables, so you can relax with the family in the evening. Nearby, the kitchen is in fine condition with clean, white cabinetry and freestanding appliances which may be able to stay.

Agents thoughts:
This has clearly been a well-maintained home, so it would be fine to move straight into, yet the potential to add value is also huge. With city centre parking and a brilliant location for the beach, station and shops, it is sure to attract the attentions of many.

Owner’s secret
“This has been a really happy home for many years as the building is warm and comfortable with a lovely sense of community. The residents look out for one another and it is really well-maintained. The views are lovely, and the location could not be more convenient with the city shops – particularly Taj and Waitrose sitting less than a minute down the road. There are several lovely restaurants on Western Road nearby or at Seven Dials, so it will appeal to anyone looking to live the quintessential Hove lifestyle by the sea.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 7 min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 12 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 4 min walk, Seafront 5 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Middle Street Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This smart and spacious second floor apartment is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this home also offers easy access to Brighton Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.