Summary - Second Floor Flat, 23 Montpelier Place BN1 3BF
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Characterful central flat ideal for commuters seeking coastal living and period charm.
Excellent sea views from second-floor aspect
Share of freehold; very long lease (approx. 950 years)
Chain free for a straightforward purchase
Compact 576 sq ft — small overall footprint
Grade II listed — restrictions and additional costs likely
Electric room heaters; potential for higher heating costs
Solid brick walls, likely no insulation — sound/energy implications
Service charge approximately £1,800 per year
Set on the second floor of an elegant Grade II listed terrace, this two-bedroom apartment offers exceptional sea views and a convenient central Brighton location. With 576 sq ft of accommodation, it’s compact but well arranged for first-time buyers or London commuters seeking a well-connected pied-à-terre. The property is sold chain free with a share of the freehold and a very long lease (approx. 950 years).
The building’s period features — high ceilings, sash windows and a stucco façade with balcony — create character and strong natural light in principal rooms. You’re a short walk from the beach, local shops, Waitrose and Brighton Mainline Station, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal for working from home.
There are important practical points to note. The apartment relies on electric room heaters and the building has solid brick walls with assumed no insulation, which can increase heating costs. As a Grade II listed property, alterations will be restricted and may be costly; the listing status is likely to complicate renovations. Annual service charge is around £1,800 and additional leasehold-related fees (e.g., pack costs) may apply when buying.
Overall, this is a characterful central Brighton flat with outstanding views and strong commuter appeal, best suited to buyers who value location and period charm and are comfortable with listed-building constraints and modest running-cost considerations.
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