Summary - Flat 7, St. Johns Court, 7 John Street, SHOREHAM-BY-SEA BN43 5DU
2 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Characterful two-bedroom ground-floor flat with parking and gardens, central Shoreham convenience..
Two double bedrooms in a ground-floor converted church apartment
Allocated off-street parking space included
Direct access to well-kept communal gardens; west-facing living room
Modern fitted kitchen and contemporary bathroom; move-in ready
Share of freehold with 100 years remaining on lease
Service charge c. £2,200 and ground rent £2,200 per year (high)
Broadband speeds reported slow; not ideal for heavy remote working
Local recorded crime level is very high — consider security implications
Set within an attractive converted Victorian church, this ground-floor two-bedroom apartment offers characterful living with modern finishes. The living room faces west, delivering afternoon light, and patio doors open onto well-kept communal gardens for outdoor space without maintenance. A contemporary fitted kitchen and bathroom mean the apartment is largely move-in ready.
Practical advantages include an allocated off-street parking space, a share of freehold ownership structure and sale with no onward chain, helping simplify purchase. The 100-year lease gives medium-term security, and the apartment’s compact, efficient layout suits first-time buyers or couples seeking a low-hassle town-centre base close to shops, cafés and transport.
Notable costs and constraints are set out plainly: service charges are approximately £2,200 per year and ground rent is listed at £2,200 per year (described as very expensive), so running costs are above average for a flat this size. Broadband speeds in the area are reported slow, and local recorded crime levels are very high — both factors to weigh for those who work from home or prioritise local tranquillity.
Overall this apartment offers a blend of historic character and modern convenience in Shoreham-by-Sea’s centre. It will suit buyers who value distinctive period features, ready-to-use accommodation and convenient town living, but who can accommodate the elevated annual charges and local service limitations.
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