1-bedroom flat · BN1 6LA
For saleReduced £30k (−13%) on 15 SepListed 142 days
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Summary Elegant ground floor one-bed on sought-after Preston Drove overlooking Preston Park. Impressive period features, high ceilings, sash windows & fireplaces.
Spacious living room, modern kitchen & bathroom. Moments from train station, cafés & city centre. Ideal first home or investment.
Description A beautifully presented one-bedroom ground floor apartment set within an attractive period building on the highly regarded Preston Drove, overlooking the open greenery of Preston Park.
Occupying a prime central position just moments from Preston Circus, the property is ideally placed for an array of independent cafés, restaurants and local amenities, while Brighton and London Road mainline stations are both within easy walking distance, offering excellent commuter links.
Approached via a charming tiled pathway and steps, the apartment immediately impresses upon entry with a generous hallway leading through to a striking reception room.
This elegant living space is bathed in natural light, enhanced by high ceilings and large sash windows framing uninterrupted park views.
A feature Victorian fireplace adds a refined focal point, complemented by a stylish contemporary finish throughout.
The double bedroom is equally well-proportioned, retaining period character with a further fireplace and high ceilings, creating a calm and inviting retreat.
The kitchen is smartly appointed with integrated appliances and a modern aesthetic, while the bathroom is well-equipped with a bath and overhead shower, wash basin and WC.
The property further benefits from gas central heating, useful storage throughout, and above all, exceptional views across Preston Park - making this a superb first purchase or investment in one of Brighton’s most desirable locations.
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Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
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General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
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Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants.
Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
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