# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (BN7 2FW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Park Drive, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7, BN7 2FW | | Price | £685,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £650,000 | ## Description A superbly presented 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse in Lewes. Features include an open-plan living area, stylish decor, a double carport with EV charging, and an established garden with a decked seating area. Immaculate throughout. The covered entrance porch leads to the entrance hall with a stylish feature wall. There is a downstairs cloakroom and a door to the utility room with plumbing for the washing machine and a cupboard housing an 'Ideal' gas fired combi boiler. On the first floor double black 'crital' style doors open to the open-plan kitchen/living, and dining room which forms the central living space. This area is suitable for daily family life and entertaining. The kitchen is well appointed with storage and workspace. There is a 'Bosch' 5-ring induction hob with extractor over, oven, microwave, warming drawer, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is a breakfast bar and ample food preparation area with Quartz worktops. Off the kitchen is a walk in larder/storage room with display shelving a further worksurface, a wine cooler and space for a small desk if this was to be a study.The lounge area has a feature acoustic wall, feature radiators, central pendant ceiling lights and a balcony leading off. The second floor the property includes three bedrooms and a bright landing with opening Skylight and a deep linen cupboard. The main bedroom provides a private space to the front with a built in wardrobe and an en suite shower room with a fully tiled shower featuring Porcelanosa tiles. The bedroom to the rear has a fitted wardrobe and bedroom three has a window to the front of the property. The family bathroom has a contemporary suite with a bath with shower over and a concealed WC, vanity unit below the wash hand basin and a heated towel rail. A key feature is the double carport, which includes integrated separate secure storage to the rear. An 'Ohme' EV charging point is installed, providing a modern amenity for electric vehicle owners. Outside, the established garden offers a private outdoor area. A decked seating area is suitable for outdoor dining or relaxation. There is an area of lawn, outside lighting and raised flower beds with established contemporary style pants. This garden is designed for low maintenance and is bordered by wooden fence. Lewes is a sought-after location known for its streets, independent shops, and cultural scene. It offers good transport links. Residents have access to local amenities, schools, and countryside walks. The mainline railway station provides direct services to London and Brighton, suitable for commuters. Having been recently built this property is a stylish well equipped home in a prime location with the remainder of a new home warranty. Its presentation, modern features, and desirable location make early viewing recommended to appreciate this Lewes townhouse. **Material Information**Estate Management Charge - £460 Per Anum EPC - B Council Tax Band - F ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541107) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541110) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541111) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541112) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541114) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541116) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541117) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541119) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541120) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541123) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541125) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541127) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541128) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541130) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541133) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541135) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541136) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541137) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541138) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541141) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88016286/541142) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/88016286/541143) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/88016286/541145) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | | £650,000 | 01/01/2024 | — | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] AMBERLEY HOUSE, 4 FLAT 4 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £192,500 | 27/10/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 6 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £850,000 | 20/09/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] AMBERLEY HOUSE, 4 FLAT 1 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £217,000 | 03/08/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] AMBERLEY HOUSE, 4 FLAT 5 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £280,800 | 09/02/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 10 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £695,000 | 31/01/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 22 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £850,000 | 31/01/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] GLYNDE HOUSE, 2 FLAT 3 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £390,000 | 22/12/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 8 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £875,000 | 30/11/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] GLYNDE HOUSE, 2 FLAT 10 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £395,000 | 20/10/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] GLYNDE HOUSE, 2 FLAT 9 PARK DRIVE, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX, BN7 2FW | £400,000 | 07/10/2022 | Flat | **Street average:** £514,530 (10 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £506,114 (22 Terraced, BN7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +35.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Lewes). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,190/mo - **Realistic:** £1,322/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,454/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South East Herts (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,366/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed End Terrace, Boughey Place, BN7 | £1,950/mo | 3 | 0.31 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Malling Street, BN7 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,625/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.24% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £203,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £162,500 *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 £1,625/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 2.8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 35.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,260/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -7.6% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -2.2% - **10y growth:** 43.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Lewes; Terraced series; as of February 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2.4% - **5y growth (index):** 6.8% - **10y growth (index):** 21.7% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)