Summary - WEST VIEW FLAT 15 THE DRIVE HOVE BN3 6JB
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright second-floor two-bed with balcony, parking and a long lease near Hove seafront..
- South-facing balcony with pleasant treetop views
- Two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
- Modern kitchen and luxury main bathroom plus separate WC
- Allocated under-cover parking and residents' lift
- Chain free sale with newly extended 125-year lease
- Small ground rent (£150) and communal maintenance charges
- Built c.1976–82; some communal fabric and insulation typical of era
- Excellent broadband and mobile signal; close to Hove Station
Light-filled, south-facing and set in the popular West View on The Drive, this second-floor two-bedroom apartment balances comfort and convenience. The open lounge/diner leads onto a pleasant balcony with treetop views and plenty of afternoon sun, ideal for relaxed evenings or socialising. Both bedrooms are doubles with built-in wardrobes; there is a main modern bathroom plus a separate WC for added practicality.
The apartment is well-presented with a modern shaker-style kitchen, wood-effect flooring in the living area and double glazing throughout. Practical features include an allocated under-cover parking space, residents’ lift, communal bike storage and excellent broadband and mobile signal — useful for home-working or streaming. The building is managed under Rights To Manage and appears well maintained.
This is a leasehold home offered chain free with a newly extended 125-year lease, making it straightforward to progress. Ongoing costs to note: a small annual ground rent of £150 and typical service/maintenance charges associated with communal blocks. The property was built in the late 1970s/early 1980s, so buyers seeking a newly built specification should check individual finishes.
Location is a major asset: within easy walking distance of Hove Station, the seafront and Church Road’s cafés, shops and restaurants. Fast transport links into Brighton and good local schools make this an appealing option for first-time buyers, professionals and buy-to-let investors seeking reliable rental demand.
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