Summary - 45a, Waterloo Street BN3 1AY
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Characterful two-bedroom flat with private courtyard near Hove seafront.
Private lower-ground entrance with separate storage cupboard
Open-plan living/kitchen with French doors to private courtyard
Principal bedroom with curved bay window and fitted wardrobes
Second double bedroom at rear ideal for office or guests
Small paved courtyard: low maintenance, limited landscaping potential
Leasehold with long 989-year lease; service charge approx. £1,200
Solid brick walls with no assumed cavity insulation; secondary glazing
Located in a high-crime-rate area; check local safety and security
Set on the lower-ground floor of a handsome Georgian mid-terrace, this two-bedroom apartment pairs period character with a practical modern layout. The open-plan living and kitchen area benefits from tall ceilings and generous natural light, while French doors open onto a private paved courtyard – a rare outdoor spot for low-maintenance al fresco use. The principal bedroom’s curved bay and fitted wardrobes add charm and storage, while the second bedroom at the rear offers a quiet space for guests or a home office.
The property is well served for transport, local shops and the seafront, making it attractive for first-time buyers, city professionals or pied-à-terre buyers seeking a central Hove address. The flat has its own private entrance, a separate storage cupboard and a modern bathroom, so it functions well as a straightforward urban home with minimal communal circulation.
Buyers should note a few material points: the building is solid-brick with assumed no cavity insulation, glazing is secondary rather than triple, and the apartment sits at lower-ground level. The wider area records higher crime rates, and there is an average service charge of £1,200. The long lease (989 years) is a strong tenure feature, but tenure is leasehold and prospective buyers should check council tax banding and any building management arrangements.
Overall this is a characterful period apartment offering sensible, low-upkeep outdoor space and a smart, sociable layout. It suits buyers who prioritise central location and period features and who are comfortable with lower-ground living and modest maintenance/modernisation rather than extensive landscaping or major structural work.
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