Summary - Flat 2, Blue Haze Court, 44 Walpole Road BN2 0AB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
South-facing one-bed flat with sea views, private deck and long lease — ideal first-time buy.
South-facing raised deck and private garden with panoramic sea views
Ground-floor one-bedroom flat — practical 499 sqft layout
Share of freehold with a very long lease (years remaining 956)
Modest service charge £600/year and very cheap council tax
Built 1950–66; cavity walls assumed uninsulated — energy upgrades likely
Double glazing installed before 2002 — may need replacement or improvement
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; strong for students/professionals
Local crime recorded as very high — consider security and local checks
Set on Walpole Road in Brighton, this ground-floor one-bedroom flat offers direct coastal appeal with genuine outdoor space — a south-facing raised deck and garden with panoramic sea views. The layout is practical: an open-plan living area with archway to the kitchen and a conservatory-like connection to the outside, all arranged across an average-sized 499 sq ft footprint. The property is offered with a share of the freehold and a very long lease, which reduces typical leasehold uncertainty for first-time buyers.
The flat is move-in ready in basic terms but carries a few practical considerations. The building dates from the 1950s–60s, glazing was installed before 2002 and walls are cavity with assumed no added insulation, so there is scope to improve energy efficiency and reduce running costs. The service charge is modest at £600 a year and council tax is very cheap, helping keep ongoing costs low.
Location is a strong selling point for students and young professionals: fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and easy access to local amenities, cafés and transport links. That said, local crime levels are recorded as very high, so buyers should factor in security measures and check local data for specific concerns. Flood risk is negligible.
Overall, this property will suit a first-time buyer or investor seeking a compact coastal home with outdoor space and long lease security. It offers clear potential to add value through energy upgrades and cosmetic refurbishment, while the low running costs and share of freehold make it a sensible entry into Brighton’s market.
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