1 bed flat for sale

The Drive, Hove BN3

Superbly located in central Hove within easy reach of the seafront and the beach, a generously sized one bedroom first floor period apartment with access to communal gardens. Sold with no onward chain.

Set on the first floor of a distinguished Grade II listed yellow-brick detached villa, this light-filled apartment offers a fantastic opportunity to create a beautiful home in a highly desirable central Hove location. Designed in the 1890s by the renowned architect William Willett, the property boasts high ceilings and elegant period features throughout.

The generous proportions flow from a central hallway, leading into the spacious living and dining room. The large sash bay window floods the room with natural light, creating an inviting centrepiece for the home. The spacious double bedroom also boasts impressive high ceilings and large classic sash windows. Completing the accommodation is a separate kitchen and bathroom fitted with a bath and overhead shower.

The property benefits from access to well-maintained communal front and rear gardens, along with the use of a convenient communal bike shed.

EPC Rating: D

The Local Area

Connecting directly to Grand Avenue, The Drive enjoys a prime central Hove location with excellent access to the best of city and coastal living. A wealth of cafés, boutiques, bars, and restaurants can be found moments away around Church Road, George Street and Blatchington Road, while St Ann’s Well Gardens, Hove Recreation Ground, and Hove Park provide inviting green spaces close by. A gentle walk down Grand Avenue leads to Hove Lawns and the seafront, while regular bus services travel all across the city and out to the South Downs, including Devil's Dyke. Hove mainline station is within easy walking distance, providing convenient mainline commuter links to London and Gatwick. Local schools include Hove Junior School, St Andrew's C of E (Aided) Primary School, Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cardinal Newman Roman Catholic School and Sixth Form College, and bhasvic, together with the independent Brighton Girls and St Christopher's School.

Further Information

The Drive is located in parking zone N. The council tax band is B, which is charged at £2,006.23 for 2026/27. EPC Rating - D Council Tax - B Parking Zone - N Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage - Prospect buyers should check the Ofcom Checker Website. Planning Permissions - Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property or properties close by. Tenure & outgoings Tenure: Unexpired term on lease: 937 years Service Charge: £2,520.20 pa Reserve Fund: £555.56 pa This information has been provided by the seller. Please obtain verification via your legal representative.