Summary - 26a, Southdown Avenue, Portslade BN41 1XE
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable commuter flat with private outdoor space and low running costs.
Share of freehold ownership with no fixed service charge schedule
Private west-facing garden with shed; currently overgrown and small
Short walk to Portslade station; good A27/A23 road links
Dual-aspect lounge, separate kitchen and useful study area
Very low council tax (Band A)
Neighborhood assessed as very deprived with above-average crime
Maintenance split 50/50 with ground-floor flat; costs are as-and-when
Overall internal space is compact — small one-bedroom layout
This compact one-bedroom first-floor flat offers an affordable entry into South Portslade with practical living space and a private west-facing garden. The flat's dual-aspect lounge, separate kitchen, and additional study area make the layout feel larger than the floorplan suggests — a useful setup for a single occupant or couple.
Practical ownership benefits include a share of freehold and very low council tax (Band A). Commuters will appreciate the short walk to Portslade station and easy road links to the A27/A23. Built between 1930–1949, the building has double glazing and a gas boiler with radiators, giving reasonable energy efficiency (EPC around C).
Buyers should note material negatives plainly: the surrounding neighbourhood scores as very deprived with above-average crime rates, and outdoor space is small and currently unkempt. Maintenance on the building is handled 50/50 “as and when” with the ground-floor flat — there is no regular service charge, which can mean irregular, unpredictable costs for shared repairs.
Overall this flat is best for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor seeking affordable access to transport links and practical accommodation. It offers scope to add value through modest cosmetic improvements to the garden and interiors, but purchasers must be comfortable with the local area profile and the informal shared-maintenance arrangement.
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