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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · BN1 9AF
Listing removedReduced £35k (−9.3%) on 13 MarListed 351 days
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GUIDE PRICE: £340,000--£350,000. ANOTHER SALE AGREED BY CHARTERS PRESTON PARK SALES OFFICE. TWO RECEPTION ROOMS. SOUTH FACING GARDEN. VACANT POSSESSION.
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Perfect for updating/modernisation, this is a rare chance to put your own stamp on a home on the edge of the city centre with free street parking.
This 3 bed semi-detached house has a big plot with a large southwest garden at the back, a glimpse of the sea from the top and a versatile 99.21m2 (1067.88 sq.
ft.) to make your own – excluding a spacious loft which some neighbours have extended into, stnc.
Priced to sell in popular Hollingdean, where local stores include a pharmacy, post office and a doctors surgery, and schools from primary to 6th form are nearby, inside the bones of a dream home are there.
The ground floor has an easy layout all on one level with a spacious lounge which spans the building from front to back, a private dining room with garden views next to the kitchen, a w.c.
for visitors and a covered passageway leading to a versatile room used as a utility.
Outside, the back garden is a tranquil oasis with a gazebo for dining, a greenhouse and a workshop with power and separate storeroom.
Upstairs, the family bathroom needs tweaks but has a Triton shower above the bath and all three bedrooms are peaceful and private with open views.
Delivering peaceful nights, space and generous gardens, properties here sell fast as at the bottom of the hill Lewes Road offers swift links to Brighton and it’s beaches, universities at Falmer, County Town of Lewes, Gatwick and London.
Fiveways Village, given a top spot in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide is just a 5-10 min stroll - but you don’t pay the premium for enjoying it - and there’s a pathway to the skate park and countryside walks of Hollingbury Park & Woods around the corner from this house.
There’s also a choice of railway stations serving Lewes or London within a 5- 11 min radius.
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction Style: Semi-detached house built for modern living Type: 3 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom + ground floor W.C, living room, kitchen/breakfast/dining room, utility room Location: Coldean, Brighton Floor Area: Approx.
1043 sq.ft / 96.9m² Outside Space: Large gardens front and back Parking: Detached garage (used as a bike store), plentiful off-street parking, Council Tax Band: C ________________________________________ Why you’ll like it: Set back from the quiet road with leafy surroundings, this attractive semi-detached home immediately gives a sense of space and calm.
A footpath around the corner leads to Coldean Woods, and a convenience store is just a few minutes’ stroll away.
Buses stop right outside for easy connections to Brighton city centre, Falmer, and Lewes, while the A23 and A27 are within quick reach for commuters. Inside, the layout is both sociable and practical.
A spacious porch and broad hallway provide plenty of room for coats, bags and bikes, leading into the bright living room where a large picture window draws in the sunshine and frames garden views.
With over 14ft of floorspace, it’s a warm and welcoming space that feels immediately like home.
Across the back of the house, the newly fitted kitchen and dining area span over 21ft, creating an impressive open-plan space perfect for family life or entertaining friends.
The contemporary kitchen features ample storage, sleek worktops, a gas hob and oven beneath a hood, and space for a breakfast or dining table.
Adjoining this is a generous utility room—over 17ft long—ideal for laundry and storage, with a handy ground floor W.C. and side access to the garden.
Upstairs, the light and airy shower room has a modern finish, complete with a sleek vanity unit and rainfall shower.
All three bedrooms are doubles, each with plenty of room for storage and study space, and two include built-in wardrobes.
The home’s décor is fresh, neutral and ready to move into, with new carpets and a contemporary finish throughout.
Outside, the fenced rear garden is a sunny retreat and easy to maintain, designed with relaxation and practicality in mind.
A solid wood picnic table sits on the lawn—perfect for summer dining—and the detached garage currently serves as a secure bike store.
________________________________________ Agent’s thoughts: “This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a spacious, move-in-ready three-bedroom home in a peaceful and well-connected part of Brighton.
The combination of a generous layout, sunny garden, and plentiful parking makes it ideal for a wide range of buyers.
The property also retains its HMO licence, offering added flexibility for investors seeking a compliant rental option in a high-demand area.” ________________________________________ Owner’s secret: “The house has such a lovely feel — bright, private and really easy to look after.
The living room and kitchen are great for socialising, and the garden gets the sun all afternoon.
We modernised the kitchen and bathroom to make it stylish but low-maintenance, and the location has been brilliant — quiet but with everything close by.
You can reach both universities, the Downs, and even the sea really easily from here.” ________________________________________ What’s around you: Shops: Local 4 min walk; Asda and M&S 5 min drive Train Station: Falmer 3 min drive / 8 min cycle; Moulsecoomb 5 min drive; bus stop for routes 24, 74 and 75 outside Seafront or Park: Footpath to woodland 5–10 min walk; Stanmer Park 5 min drive; seafront 15 min drive Closest schools: Primary: Coldean Primary Secondary: Brighton Aldridge Community Academy, Patcham High School Private: Brighton College, Brighton Girls, Lewes Grammar A relaxed community with local shops, cafés and a popular primary school, Coldean offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle within minutes of the city.
Excellent transport links connect you to Falmer, Brighton, Lewes and Gatwick, while the countryside and coast are both within easy reach.
The nearby Coldean Woods, Wild Park Nature Reserve and Stanmer Park offer wonderful outdoor escapes, and Lewes Road’s independent cafés and shops are just moments away.
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