Summary - Flat 15, 3, Third Avenue BN3 2PB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Quiet, sunlit studio close to seafront and transport links for first-time buyers.
Top-floor studio with vaulted ceiling and skylight, light-filled living space
West-facing aspect; short walk to seafront, Church Road shops and cafés
Share of freehold with 990 years remaining on the lease
Compact size ~365 sq ft — best for single occupancy or rental
Service charge £2,031 pa plus £375 reserve; factor into affordability
EPC rating E and electric heating — likely higher energy bills
No onward chain; excellent commuter links via Hove station and buses
Parking Zone N — permit parking, not private allocated space
A bright top-floor studio in central Hove, tucked into a handsome Victorian villa and offered with no onward chain. The open-plan layout, vaulted attic ceiling and skylight create a light-filled living space with a private split-level sleeping area — ideal for a first home or a hands-off rental. The flat sits west-facing, catching afternoon sun and benefiting from the strong café culture, shops and seafront within easy reach.
Practical strengths include a very long 990-year lease, share of freehold ownership and low council tax (Band A). Transport links are excellent: buses along Church Road and Hove station are close by for regular rail services to Brighton, Gatwick and London. The property’s compact footprint (approximately 365 sq ft) suits someone seeking an affordable entry into Hove or a simple buy-to-let asset in a sought-after neighbourhood.
Buyers should note the EPC rating of E and electric-heating/boiler with radiators — energy costs are likely to be higher than gas-heated flats. The service charge is £2,031 per year (plus a £375 reserve contribution), which is a meaningful ongoing cost for a small property. The apartment is presented in good order but, given its age and construction, prospective purchasers should check details of insulation, glazing dates and any planned building works.
Overall this studio offers a genuine opportunity to secure a period property in a prime Avenues location with long lease security and immediate access to seafront amenities — provided buyers factor in running costs and the compact living area.
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