Summary - GROVE COURT, 37 - 39 2 THE DRIVE HOVE BN3 3JG
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Bright ground-floor apartment near shops, station and coastal amenities.
Private balcony and bright living room with outdoor access
Chain free sale — ready for immediate purchase or letting
Approximately 725 sq ft; two double bedrooms with built-in storage
Vacant possession available; rental potential circa £1,250 pcm
Leasehold: 162 years remaining; ground rent £150 (small)
EPC rating E; electric storage heating may raise running costs
Secondary glazing and likely uninsulated cavity walls — retrofit needed
Constructed 1967–75; cosmetic modernisation required in places
Set on The Drive in prime Hove, this chain-free two-bedroom ground-floor flat offers a straightforward investment or first-home purchase close to shops, cafés and Hove Station. The apartment benefits from a private balcony, built-in storage and a sensible 725 sq ft layout that will suit lettings or owner-occupation.
The living room opens onto the balcony, providing fresh air and outside space uncommon for a lower-floor flat. Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles with fitted storage; the separate kitchen is practical and ready for a cosmetic refresh to increase value. The property is sold with vacant possession, though it can also be retained with existing long-term tenants at an advertised gross rent of about £1,250 pcm.
Buyers should note the property’s practical limitations: electric storage heating, secondary glazing, and an EPC rating of E suggest energy-efficiency improvements would be needed. The building dates from the late 20th century and the cavity walls are assumed to be uninsulated, which could mean further insulation work and running-cost savings if upgraded.
The flat is leasehold with 162 years remaining and a small ground rent of £150. Its location in a cosmopolitan, well-connected neighbourhood and strong local rental demand make it particularly appealing to investors seeking predictable income or homeowners wanting easy access to Brighton and London via nearby transport links.
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