# 1 bedroom flat for sale (BN1 3AB)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 29A, NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE BN1 3AB |
| Price | £325,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Last sold | £225,000 Apr 2017 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 13/08/2029
- **Current heating cost:** £471/year

### Recommendations
- Q (14,000)
- O (6,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0550-2854-6180-9491-7265)

## Description

Upon entering, you'll find a generously sized living/dining room featuring a striking cast-iron fireplace, adding a sophisticated touch. Double-glazed patio doors invite an abundance of natural light and open onto a serene courtyard garden—ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The sleek, contemporary kitchen is both stylish and practical, complete with an array of wall and base units, solid wood countertops, and a handy breakfast bar for casual meals.

The spacious double bedroom, located at the front of the flat, offers a tranquil escape with its charming sash windows, feature fireplace, and ample built-in storage, providing a peaceful retreat to rest and recharge. This property isn't just about aesthetics—it excels in practicality too. With its private street entrance, engineered wood flooring, and gas central heating, every aspect has been thoughtfully designed for your comfort. The apartment is sold with a long lease, offering future security and peace of mind.

Conveniently located close to Montpelier Place and Western Road, with easy access to Brighton Mainline Station, this flat is perfectly situated for those who seek the tranquillity of a residential area while still being close to the vibrant energy of city life. Seize the chance to make this chic and modern flat your personal haven in the heart of Brighton.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/155419835/1310759) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 29A NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £225,000 | 14/04/2017 | Flat |
| 29A NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £290,000 | 26/10/2015 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 27 BASEMENT FLAT BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DG | £305,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| 26 FLAT 2 YORK AVENUE, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1PH | £330,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| 45 FIRST FLOOR FLAT NORFOLK SQUARE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 2PE | £240,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat |
| 51 YORK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DJ | £175,000 | 18/11/2025 | Flat |
| BRUNSWICK MANSIONS, 45 - 46 FLAT 4 BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DH | £500,000 | 03/11/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] 32 SECOND FLOOR FLAT NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £180,000 | 27/10/2025 | Flat |
| 1A - 1B YORK AVENUE, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1PH | £468,000 | 24/10/2025 | Flat |
| 21 FLAT 1 BELVEDERE TERRACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AF | £327,500 | 22/10/2025 | Flat |
| 26A BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DG | £210,000 | 15/10/2025 | Flat |
| 13 FLAT 2 NORFOLK TERRACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AD | £400,000 | 18/08/2025 | Flat |
| 44 GROUND FLOOR FLAT 1 BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DH | £440,000 | 27/06/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] FLAT 4, 32 NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £195,000 | 14/02/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] 46 NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £790,000 | 06/12/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 48 NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £835,000 | 31/10/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 37 NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £1,040,000 | 22/07/2024 | Terraced |
| 8 FLAT 1-9 NORFOLK TERRACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AD | £450,000 | 19/12/2023 | Flat |
| 123 FLAT 5 WESTERN ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 2AD | £365,000 | 05/12/2023 | Flat |
| 16 GROUND FLOOR FLAT AT NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AA | £417,500 | 01/12/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 42 GROUND FLOOR FLAT NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £380,000 | 29/11/2023 | Flat |
| 21 - 22 FLAT 9 MONTPELIER PLACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3BF | £327,500 | 27/11/2023 | Flat |
| 7 FLAT 3 NORFOLK TERRACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AD | £500,000 | 09/11/2023 | Flat |
| DORCHESTER COURT 6 NORFOLK SQUARE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 2QA | £372,500 | 07/11/2023 | Flat |
| 31 - 33 FLAT 4 BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DH | £281,052 | 26/10/2023 | Flat |
| 23 FLAT 4 BELVEDERE TERRACE, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AF | £300,000 | 26/10/2023 | Flat |
| BRUNSWICK MANSIONS, 45 - 46 FLAT 4 BRUNSWICK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DH | £475,000 | 25/10/2023 | Flat |
| 30 GROUND FLOOR FLAT YORK ROAD, HOVE, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN3 1DL | £330,000 | 06/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 36A NORFOLK ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN1 3AB | £290,000 | 18/03/2022 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £530,000 (7 sales)
**Area average:** £360,703 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £310,247 (133 Flat, BN1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +4.8%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Brighton and Hove). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,634/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,816/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,998/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Brighton and Hove (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £918/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Waterloo St, BN3 | £1,275/mo | 1 | 0.19 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,275/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.39% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £159,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £127,500

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,275/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.7%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 21.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-157/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,869/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** -10.7%
- **10y growth:** 20.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Brighton and Hove; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -3.1%
- **5y growth (index):** -0.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 15.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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