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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · BN2 9SY
For saleListed 54 days
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Description An opportunity to purchase this two bedroom flat in Old College House.
The benefits of this 1895 prestigious building include attractive communal hallways, on site concierge, communal gardens, and is offered to the market with no onward chain.
Situated in a surprisingly quiet yet highly central position, Old College House offers the perfect balance of peaceful living and city convenience.
London Road is just moments away, providing an excellent selection of cafés, shops, restaurants and everyday amenities, while Brighton's vibrant Open Market is also within easy reach.
With excellent transport links and the city centre close by, the flat is ideally placed for enjoying everything Brighton has to offer while remaining pleasantly removed from the hustle and bustle.
Communal hallway: Cupboards housing meters. Entrance hall: Newly fitted Intercom, nest thermostat, built in cupboard housing consumer unit.
Through lounge/ kitchen: Vinyl flooring, laminate topped base units, electric hob with electric oven under and cooker hood over, 'Worcester' gas fired combination boiler (installed 2024), stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space and plumbing for washing machine (new) and fridge/freezer, radiator, built in shelves and storage, tall UPVC double glazed windows.
Bedroom one: Vinyl flooring, radiator, built in storage. Bedroom two: Vinyl flooring, UPVC double glazed window, radiator.
Bathroom: Tiled flooring, panelled bath with thermostatic shower apparatus, W.C, pedestal wash hand basin, extractor fan, towel radiator. Outside: Attractive rear communal gardens.
Tenure..........Leasehold lease............103 years remaining maintenance...........£2592 per annum ground rent.............£175 per annum viewing By appointment with Hanover Homes telephone Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose.
A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller.
The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor.
Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation.
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Council Tax Band: B (Brighton & Hove City Council) Tenure: Leasehold
Value & comps
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Returns
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