Summary - 45 KIPLING AVENUE BRIGHTON BN2 6UF
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable, low‑maintenance two-bedroom home ideal for older buyers.
Secure first-floor flat with private balcony and communal gardens
Two-bedroom layout, approx 592 sq ft — compact but well planned
Home for Life Lifetime Lease option for over‑60s (guide price £165,500)
Market price £250,000; Lifetime Lease saving varies by age and circumstances
Leasehold: 83 years remaining; service charge £721; ground rent £10
Residents car park (first-come, first-served) and off-street parking
Cavity walls likely uninsulated; double glazing installed before 2002
Built mid-20th century — may benefit from modernisation/insulation
This secure first-floor flat in Woodingdean offers bright, spacious rooms for its size and a private balcony overlooking well-kept communal gardens. The lounge/diner and two bedrooms make it a practical, low-effort home for someone looking to downsize or settle in a quiet, established neighbourhood with easy bus links and local shops.
The property is available under a Home for Life Lifetime Lease for buyers aged 60+, with a guide Lifetime Lease price of £165,500 (typical saving around 33% versus the £250,000 market price). The plan allows purchasers to buy up to a 50% share to safeguard capital — the exact price depends on age and personal circumstances.
Practical points to note: the flat is leasehold with 83 years remaining, a service charge of £721 (below average) and ground rent of £10. The building dates from the mid-20th century, has cavity walls that are assumed uninsulated and double glazing fitted before 2002 — improvements such as insulation or window upgrades may be desirable.
Overall this is a low-maintenance, well-located retirement-friendly flat with parking and communal grounds. It will suit over-60 buyers seeking value via a Lifetime Lease, downsizers wanting manageable accommodation, or investors looking for a straightforward let, bearing in mind the lease length and potential retrofit costs.
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