Summary - 60 HAWKHURST ROAD BRIGHTON BN1 9GF
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Lifetime-lease option reduces upfront cost for qualifying over-60s.
Private entrance with hallway storage
Light-filled lounge with double windows
One double bedroom and separate bathroom
Compact kitchen — limited workspace
Private side garden, currently overgrown
Dropped kerb and double gates; driveway potential
105+ year lease; low service charge (£576)
Area records above-average crime rates
A light first-floor garden flat with its own private entrance, this one-bedroom home suits someone seeking a manageable retirement base close to local amenities. The lounge has large front windows and built-in storage; the bedroom and bathroom are well proportioned for the size. The flat totals about 539 sq ft and benefits from double glazing and gas central heating.
This property is being offered with a Home for Life Lifetime Lease example price of £139,000 for buyers aged 60+, against a full market price of £210,000. The Lifetime Lease lets qualifying purchasers buy a percentage share (up to 50%) to reduce upfront cost; actual price depends on age and circumstances. Leasehold details are strong: 100+ years remaining, low service charge (£576) and a peppercorn-style ground rent shown as £10.
Outside is a private side garden currently overgrown and requiring landscaping; double gates and a dropped kerb remain from a former garage, so reinstating a driveway is a realistic possibility subject to planning. The property will suit someone wanting low-maintenance living with clear opportunities to improve the outside space, but it is in an area with above-average crime statistics, which should be considered when viewing.
Practical points: the kitchen is compact, so expect limited workspace; some updating and garden clearance will be needed to get the most from the plot. The flat is presented as a retirement option and may particularly appeal to downsizers or buyers seeking a lower-cost Lifetime Lease route into Brighton, but anyone considering purchase should verify tenure, service charges, and appliance/service condition with their solicitor and surveyor.
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