Summary - 47a, Underdown Road, Southwick BN42 4HN
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact, characterful apartment with outdoor space and long lease.
Two double bedrooms in a 529 sq ft first-floor apartment
Private westerly patio ideal for afternoon sun and al fresco seating
50% share of freehold with 999-year lease for long-term security
Double glazing and underfloor heating for comfort and efficiency
Loft ownership gives storage and potential to extend (subject consents)
Solid brick Victorian walls likely uninsulated — may need thermal upgrade
Compact kitchen and modest overall size — limited entertaining space
Maintenance arranged 'as and when' — controlled costs, reactive repairs possible
This well-presented first-floor apartment sits in a handsome Victorian semi and will appeal to first-time buyers seeking character combined with low-running costs. The layout offers two double bedrooms, a lounge/diner opening to a full-width balcony, a modern bathroom and a compact fitted kitchen — all set within a manageable 529 sq ft footprint.
Practical features include double glazing, underfloor heating and a 50% share of the freehold with a 999-year lease, keeping long-term security straightforward. A private westerly patio to the rear provides a sunny spot for afternoon relaxation and outdoor dining. Loft ownership offers useful storage and scope to extend (subject to consents), adding future value.
Buyers should note the apartment sits in a solid-brick Victorian building constructed before 1900; walls are assumed uninsulated and may benefit from thermal upgrades. The overall internal area is modest, and the kitchen is compact — good for low-maintenance living but with limited entertaining space. Maintenance is handled on an ‘as and when required’ basis, which helps control costs but means communal repairs are scheduled reactively.
Located just off Southwick Village Green, the flat is an easy walk to shops, cafés, rail links to Brighton and London, and several well-regarded schools. For those wanting a compact home with period charm, modern comforts and room to add value over time, this apartment is worth viewing.
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