Summary - Flat 1 Birch Villa, 253, Preston Road, BRIGHTON BN1 6HY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Large Victorian one-bed with parking and communal garden — ideal for first-time buyers..
Large open-plan living, dining and kitchen with plentiful natural light
Spacious double bedroom with built-in wardrobes
Allocated off-street parking and communal garden space
Approximately 647 sq ft — unusually large for a one-bedroom flat
Shared ownership: 35% share (£112,000); full value £320,000
Monthly rent on unsold share c. £539.85 — ongoing cost to budget for
Service charge £291.01 (below average) and council tax cheap
Leasehold with ~118 years remaining
Set within a handsome Victorian building on Preston Road, this spacious one-bedroom flat is offered as a 35% shared ownership share, ideal for first-time buyers seeking a large, well‑appointed home in Brighton. The apartment benefits from high ceilings, generous room sizes and an open-plan living/kitchen that soaks up daylight through sizable windows. Period character blends with modern fitted units and integrated appliances in the kitchen.
Practical features include allocated off-street parking, communal grounds and plentiful built-in storage, plus fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. The large bedroom has built-in wardrobes and the bathroom is finished in a contemporary style with a shower over the bath. At about 647 sq ft, the layout feels roomy for a one-bed and suits buyers wanting space to work from home or entertain.
Important ownership details: the property is leasehold with around 118 years remaining and offered as shared ownership (35% share, £112,000). Monthly rent on the unsold share is approximately £539.85, and the service charge is £291.01. These ongoing costs should be factored into affordability alongside the purchase price.
Location strengths include a mix of good schools nearby, easy access to public transport and local amenities, plus an affluent, professional neighbourhood. No flood risk is recorded. This flat works well for a buyer stepping onto the housing ladder who prioritises space, period character and a central Brighton location, provided they are comfortable with shared-ownership running costs.
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