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12 WANDERDOWN CLOSE

BRIGHTON, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON AND HOVE BN2 7BY

3 beds 2 baths 102 m² Listed 11 Nov 2025 (-263d)

£650,000

Guide Price

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

102 m²

Council tax band

E

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£642,000 Mar 2026

Price per m²

£6,373/m²

Local average

£704,553 (-7.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,921 of 33,755)

Street crime

17 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Beautifully presented 3-bedroom home
  • Spectacular views of the South Downs National Park
  • Light-filled entrance with vaulted ceiling and skylight
  • Principal bedroom with en-suite and underfloor heating
  • Flexible second bedroom/office with balcony views
  • Contemporary family shower room with walk-in double shower
  • Open-plan kitchen/living space with breakfast bar
  • Bi-fold doors to landscaped multi-level garden with decks
  • Garage and off-street parking
  • Ample storage including loft and built-in cupboards

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Garage, Off street
Garden
Private garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Guide price 650,000 - 700,000. This beautifully presented three-bedroom home has been tastefully styled by its current owners and offers an ideal setting for a couple or young family. With versatile living space and stunning views across the South Downs National Park, it perfectly balances comfort and functionality.
Steps lead up to the front door, where you’re welcomed into a light-filled central hallway, enhanced by a vaulted ceiling and skylight. To the front of the property sits the principal bedroom, complete with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating. Opposite, a second bedroom enjoys spectacular views over the balcony and rolling hills—ideal as a guest room, office, or nursery. A third bedroom is positioned at the rear, overlooking the garden.
The modern shower room is finished to a high standard, featuring a luxurious double walk-in shower, sleek grey hexagonal tiling, and a wooden vanity unit.
At the back of the home, the space opens into a bright and airy open-plan kitchen/living area. The kitchen complete with sleek units and integrated appliances feels distinct yet connected, with a breakfast bar creating a sociable link to the dining and living spaces. The dining area, set beneath another skylight, looks out to the garden, while the living area wraps around the corner—accessed either through the kitchen or its own doorway—offering a cosy spot to unwind with family or friends.
Bi-folding doors lead to a private patio, perfect for catching the evening sun. The beautifully landscaped, multi-level garden has been cleverly designed to follow the light and maximise the views, with two raised decks offering tranquil spaces to soak up the sun and scenery. A shed and side access add to the practicality.
Additional features include a boarded loft accessible from the hallway, a built-in shoe cupboard, and a garage beneath the property with electrics and an electric door.
Additional property information
Property type: Detached house
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax band: E
Partially boarded loft space
Double glazed windows throughout
A note from the owners
The house has a wonderful flow and an instantly welcoming feel—we felt it the moment we stepped inside. The beautiful west-facing garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day, and its tiered layout makes the most of the far-reaching views to the front. Tucked away in a quiet close, the property also boasts stunning vistas of the South Downs.
The area
Tucked away in the picturesque village of Ovingdean and surrounded by the South Downs National Park, this property is a haven for nature lovers. Scenic trails, Beacon Hill Nature Reserve, and the iconic Rottingdean Windmill are all within walking distance, inviting exploration. The nearby seafront and undercliff walk offer a coastal route through Brighton Marina and into the city, perfect for leisurely strolls by the sea.
Local highlights include Wild Flour, an independent wood-fired pizza takeaway, and a handy convenience store. Just two miles away, the charming village of Rottingdean offers a variety of independent shops, cafés, traditional pubs, and restaurants—reachable on foot in under thirty minutes.
Schools
The property is ideally positioned for many popular and well-regarded schools catering to all ages, including; Ovingdean Nursery (0.6 miles), Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School (2 miles), St Margarets C of E Primary School (2.1 miles) Longhill High School (1 mile), Roedean School (2.8 miles) and Brighton College (3.6 miles).
Transport links
Branching out from the village, this property is just a short drive along the coast from the exciting attractions of Brighton city centre (4.0 miles) and Brighton Marina (2.6 miles). There are regular bus services which run through the city and along the coast, and the village has its own local service (number 52) which stops a short 3-minute walk away from the house. The property has easy access to the A23/A27 with links to the motorway network and Gatwick Airport.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Covering Sussex

Number Twenty Four Limited

Reference: 169217363

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 22/12/2025

Expiry date: 21/12/2035

Current heating cost: £979/year

Potential heating cost: £829/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,700

Recommendations

  • Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14957365 Recent

Property Details

Street: 12 Wanderdown Close

Town: Ovingdean

Postcode: BN2 7BY

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 26/12/2021

Work Completed: 17/12/2021

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

102% since 2014

Event Date Price % change
Sold 23/03/2026 (4 months ago) £642,000 +13.6%
Sold 16/12/2020 (5 years ago) £565,000 +14.1%
Sold 15/08/2016 (9 years ago) £495,000 +55.7%
Sold 30/09/2014 (11 years ago) £318,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
136 LONGHILL ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BD £805,000 05/12/2025 Detached
Same street 11 WANDERDOWN CLOSE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BY £790,000 04/12/2025 Detached
17 WANDERDOWN ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BT £730,000 15/12/2023 Detached
73 ELVIN CRESCENT, ROTTINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7FF £451,000 20/11/2023 Detached
19 THE VALE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7AB £630,000 30/06/2023 Detached
45 WANDERDOWN ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BT £722,000 27/03/2023 Detached
55 AINSWORTH AVENUE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BG £767,000 23/03/2023 Detached
3 LONGHILL CLOSE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7AX £540,000 08/12/2022 Detached
71 ELEY DRIVE, ROTTINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7FG £595,000 25/11/2022 Detached
16 WANDERDOWN ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BT £850,000 18/11/2022 Detached
9 WANDERDOWN WAY, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BX £820,000 10/10/2022 Detached
7 AINSWORTH CLOSE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BH £940,000 21/09/2022 Detached
RUSTY TILES, 12 THE VALE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7AB £600,000 27/07/2022 Detached
118 LONGHILL ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BD £500,000 07/07/2022 Detached
49 WANDERDOWN ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BT £685,000 05/07/2022 Detached
100 LONGHILL ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BD £785,000 01/07/2022 Detached
14 ROWAN WAY, ROTTINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7FP £610,000 15/06/2022 Detached
44 AINSWORTH AVENUE, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BG £875,000 09/03/2022 Detached
128 LONGHILL ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BD £710,000 08/12/2021 Detached
33 WANDERDOWN ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BT £700,000 03/12/2021 Detached
82 LONGHILL ROAD, OVINGDEAN, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE, BN2 7BE £775,000 19/10/2021 Detached

Street average: £790,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £704,500 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -18.9%
10y growth 25.6%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Brighton and Hove. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 0.8%
5y (index) 11.5%
10y (index) 31.7%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Brighton and Hove. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,631/mo
Realistic £1,812/mo
Optimistic £1,993/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Brighton and Hove.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Brighton and Hove: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Wanderdown Road South End 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 1.0 miles
Shop Interior Design 2000 1.0 miles
Train station Black Rock 1.8 miles
Hospital Eye Hospital 2.1 miles
Train station Halfway Station 2.3 miles
University University of Brighton Phoenix Halls 2.9 miles
University Pevensey I 1A6 Lecture Theatre 3.4 miles
Hospital The Montefiore Hospital 3.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Anti-social behaviour 6
Violence and sexual offences 5
Burglary 2
Other theft 2
Criminal damage and arson 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 17

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Longhill High School Secondary 0.2 miles Requires improvement — 13 May 2024
Oxford International College, Brighton Other 0.3 miles Good — 1 Feb 2024
Roedean School Other 0.8 miles (No rating)
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 5 Dec 2014
St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean Primary 0.9 miles Good — 14 Jul 2016

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
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Cowley Drive, BN2 £1,550/mo 3 0.65 miles OpenRent
3 Bed End Terrace, Stanstead Crescent, BN2 £2,600/mo 3 0.76 miles OpenRent
3 Bed End Terrace, Truleigh Close, BN2 £1,850/mo 3 1.17 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £2,000/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.28%
Max investor price (0.8%) £231,250
Target investor price (1%) £185,000
Gross yield 3.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 29.3×
Monthly cashflow £-920/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -5.9%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).