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About
Guide price: £250,000--£300,000. Spacious five bedroom H./M/O/maisonette close to preston circus. Consistently let to students. Gross yearly rent of £40,296. 15% gross yield return.
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Situated in the ever-popular Preston Circus area of Brighton, this substantial five-bedroom HMO maisonette represents an outstanding investment opportunity with a proven history of consistent student occupancy and a strong annual return.
Perfectly positioned within easy reach of Brighton Station, the city centre, local universities, and the vibrant cafés, shops and nightlife the area is known for, the property is ideally suited to the student rental market and continues to attract strong demand year after year.
The property benefits from its own private entrance located to the rear, known as 29 Elder Place, providing separate and independent access from the main road and enhancing both privacy and practicality for occupants.
Arranged over two spacious floors and extending to approximately 1,286 sq ft, the accommodation is both generous and well-presented throughout, comprising five well-proportioned bedrooms, a bright communal reception room, fitted kitchen, bathroom and separate shower facilities, creating a practical and comfortable environment for student sharers.
The layout offers an excellent balance of private bedroom space and communal living, making it highly appealing to tenants seeking convenient city living close to everything Brighton has to offer.
Currently achieving a gross annual rental income of £40,296 and offering an impressive 15% gross yield return, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing investment property in one of Brighton’s most established and sought-after student locations.
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This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period").
Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold). If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT.
This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00.
These services are optional.
London Road and Preston Circus form one of Brighton’s most vibrant and well-connected neighbourhoods, offering a lively mix of independent businesses, national retailers, cafés, restaurants and entertainment venues.
The area is centred around the bustling London Road shopping district, home to a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, fitness facilities, artisan coffee shops and the popular Open Market, creating a strong sense of community and convenience.
The area is exceptionally well placed for transport, with London Road and Brighton mainline railway stations both within easy reach, providing regular services across the city, to Gatwick Airport and London.
Excellent bus links and nearby cycle routes also make travelling around Brighton and beyond straightforward.
A number of well-regarded schools are within easy reach, including Downs, Balfour, Dorothy Stringer and Varndean Schools, alongside a selection of respected independent schools such as Brighton College, Brighton Girls, Roedean and Hurst College, making the area attractive to families as well as professionals.
Residents also benefit from being within walking distance of the city centre, the North Laine, the Level and Preston Park, offering an excellent balance of green space, culture, shopping and leisure.
Combining superb connectivity with a thriving local atmosphere, London Road and Preston Circus remain highly desirable locations for those seeking convenient city living with a strong community feel.
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