Summary - 74 OLD SHOREHAM ROAD BRIGHTON BN1 5DD
5 bed 2 bath Semi-Detached
Rare spacious Victorian family house with garden and renovation potential near schools and station.
Victorian Thomas Simpson semi-detached, circa 1886
Spacious 5 beds, 2 baths, 2,142 sq ft over multiple floors
Principal suite with balcony and seasonal sea views
Landscaped, child- and pet-secure rear garden
Needs renovation and modernisation in places
Solid brick walls likely without insulation (higher heating demand)
On‑street permit parking (Zone Q); Council Tax Band F expensive
Cellar with power offers utility or storage potential
A rare Thomas Simpson Victorian semi with generous proportions and original period detail across 2,142 sq ft. High ceilings, bay windows, open fireplaces and intricate plasterwork provide authentic character and flexible family living over multiple floors. The top-floor principal suite enjoys seasonal sea glimpses and its own balcony; three well‑proportioned double bedrooms occupy the first floor with a large family bathroom.
The house sits in a convenient Prestonville location close to Stanford Junior, good state and independent schools, Dyke Road Park and direct routes to Brighton Station. A sociable kitchen/breakfast room and a living/dining room with French doors flow directly to a landscaped, child- and pet-secure garden — a notable asset for city-centre family life.
Practical considerations: the property needs renovation in places (priced accordingly) and has solid-brick walls likely without cavity insulation. Double glazing has been added post‑2002 but further refurbishment will modernise heating, electrics and finishes. On-street permit parking (Zone Q) and an expensive Council Tax Band F apply.
This is an excellent opportunity for an expanding family or buyers seeking a character home with clear scope to update and add value in a highly desirable Brighton neighbourhood.
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