# 1 bedroom flat for rent (BN2 1NB)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 2, 5 CHESHAM ROAD, BRIGHTON, BRIGHTON AND HOVE BN2 1NB |
| Price | £1,250 pcm |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 26 m² |
| Last sold | £285,000 Feb 2020 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 22/07/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £311/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,400

### Recommendations
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- L2 (£400 - £600)
- O (£3,300 - £6,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0340-2957-9430-2324-6055)

## Description

Available EARLY DECEMBER, spacious one bedroom garden flat in the heart of Kemptown. Situated just moments from a range of local shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants, the property is also within easy reach of public transport links into Brighton city centre. The Royal Sussex County Hospital and American Express offices are also just a short distance away, making it an ideal location for both professionals and those seeking a lively, well-connected area to live.

The flat is generously proportioned and has a south-facing living room with a charming feature fireplace. Large double bedroom benefits with floor-to-ceiling sash windows overlooks the cute garden. The well-equipped kitchen includes modern appliances and offers direct access to the private garden. The family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath.

Kemptown is a thriving and eclectic neighbourhood on the eastern side of Brighton, offering a mix of period properties, trendy independent shops, and a fantastic selection of eateries and cafes. The area is known for its relaxed atmosphere, with easy access to the seafront, the nearby Queen's Park, and the famous Brighton Marina. The city centre is just a short walk or bus ride away, providing everything you need for modern city living by the coast.

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## Property Photos

- ![5CheshamOutside](/listings/photos/154884221/1316901) - 5CheshamOutside
- ![TheLounge](/listings/photos/154884221/1316905) - TheLounge
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/154884221/1316912) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/154884221/1316916) - Bedroom
- ![Garden](/listings/photos/154884221/1316921) - Garden
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/154884221/1316924) - Bathroom
- ![IMG_2954-IMG_2956](/listings/photos/154884221/1316928) - IMG_2954-IMG_2956
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/154884221/1316933) - Kitchen

## Floorplans

- ![2D Plan Flat 2 5 Chesham Road ](/listings/photos/154884221/1316937) - 2D Plan Flat 2 5 Chesham Road 
- ![3D Plan ](/listings/photos/154884221/1316941) - 3D Plan 

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/154884221/1316945) - EPC 1

## 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 Maisonette, Western Concourse, BN2 | £1,450/mo | 1 | 0.67 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)**

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,450/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 1392%
- **Monthly cashflow:** £1,275/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 4220.9%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). 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:** £48/m²

## Flood risk

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

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