# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (RH13 6SP)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 45 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX RH13 6SP |
| Price | £97,500 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | TBC |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 49 m² |
| Last sold | £89,500 Mar 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 13/12/2033
- **Current heating cost:** £347/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £225

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/1490-4648-0122-8192-3273)

## Description

Over 55s – Bright and Spacious Two-Bedroom First Floor Apartment with Delightful Garden Views

This bright and spacious two-bedroom first floor apartment enjoys delightful views over the communal gardens.

The accommodation comprises a main bedroom with an additional dressing area, a second bedroom, and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower. The apartment also features a generous lounge/dining room with pleasant views of the communal gardens, a well-presented kitchen, and double glazing throughout. Heating is provided via night storage heaters.

Chesterton Court is an attractive development designed exclusively for residents aged 55 and over, offering a warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Communal facilities include a comfortable Residents’ Lounge and a well-appointed Guest Suite, which can be booked by prior arrangement. Residents also benefit from the reassurance of an on-site Scheme Manager.

The development is conveniently located close to local shops, a post office, and a bus stop with regular services to Horsham station and town centre. The property is set within beautifully maintained communal gardens, featuring several seating areas for residents to enjoy, while to the front there is a pleasant outlook towards the residents’ car park.

‘’Sales Disclaimer’’

‘’These particulars are believed to be correct and have been verified by or on behalf of the Vendor. However any interested party will satisfy themselves as to their accuracy and as to any other matter regarding the Property or its location or proximity to other features or facilities which is of specific importance to them. Distances and areas are only approximate and unless otherwise stated fixtures contents and fittings are not included in the sale. Prospective purchasers are always advised to commission a full inspection and structural survey of the Property before deciding to proceed with a purchase.’’

Agent Notes- Successful buyers will be required to complete online identity checks provided by Lifetime Legal. The cost of these checks is £80 + VAT per purchase which is paid in advance, directly to Lifetime Legal. This charge verifies your identity in line with our obligations as agreed with HMRC and includes mover protection insurance to protect against the cost of an abortive purchase.

## Property Photos

- ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/173773802/858309) - Picture No. 02
- ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/173773802/858311) - Picture No. 04
- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/173773802/858314) - Floorplan
- ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/173773802/858315) - Picture No. 05
- ![Picture No. 08](/listings/photos/173773802/858316) - Picture No. 08
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- ![Picture No. 07](/listings/photos/173773802/858319) - Picture No. 07
- ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/173773802/858320) - Picture No. 09

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/173773802/858321) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/173773802/858322) - EPC Rating Graph

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 45 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £89,500 | 20/03/2025 | Flat |
| 45 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £120,000 | 04/06/2009 | Flat |
| 45 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £78,500 | 08/09/2000 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| GRACE COURT FLAT 18 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4EQ | £230,000 | 18/12/2025 | Flat |
| 28 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SB | £205,000 | 26/11/2025 | Flat |
| OSTERLEY HOUSE 3 GODWIN WAY, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SQ | £210,000 | 17/10/2025 | Flat |
| 16 WALLIS WAY, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SS | £202,500 | 15/12/2023 | Flat |
| RUSSETT COURT FLAT 2 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4HW | £143,434 | 04/09/2023 | Flat |
| GRACE COURT FLAT 9 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4EQ | £273,000 | 17/03/2023 | Flat |
| OSTERLEY HOUSE 2 GODWIN WAY, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SQ | £236,000 | 15/12/2022 | Flat |
| 119 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SD | £236,000 | 25/11/2022 | Flat |
| 109 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SD | £236,000 | 25/11/2022 | Flat |
| GRACE COURT FLAT 7 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4EQ | £280,000 | 04/11/2022 | Flat |
| 7 BEACON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SN | £138,000 | 30/09/2022 | Flat |
| RUSSETT COURT FLAT 3 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4HW | £141,000 | 12/09/2022 | Flat |
| OSTERLEY HOUSE 5 GODWIN WAY, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SQ | £247,000 | 12/09/2022 | Flat |
| 92 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SB | £191,000 | 30/08/2022 | Flat |
| 15 WALLIS WAY, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SS | £205,000 | 08/07/2022 | Flat |
| 3 BEACON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SN | £160,000 | 24/06/2022 | Flat |
| 61 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SA | £210,000 | 16/06/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 28 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £88,000 | 29/03/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 35 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £92,500 | 24/03/2022 | Flat |
| RUSSETT COURT FLAT 4 CRAWLEY ROAD, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH12 4HW | £180,000 | 21/03/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 13 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £100,000 | 18/02/2022 | Flat |
| 111 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SD | £235,000 | 04/02/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 33 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £96,000 | 28/01/2022 | Flat |
| 26 MANOR FIELDS, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SB | £218,000 | 20/12/2021 | Flat |
| [Same street] 18 CHESTERTON COURT, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX, RH13 6SP | £93,000 | 10/09/2021 | Flat |

**Street average:** £93,900 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £208,847 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £237,793 (29 Flat, RH13, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -59%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,314/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,460/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,606/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Crawley & Reigate (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,097/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Flat, Comptons Lane, RH13 | £1,650/mo | 2 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Sycamore Avenue, RH12 | £1,575/mo | 2 | 0.62 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,613/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.65% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £201,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £161,300

*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 £1,613/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 19.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £1,043/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 44.3%

*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:** £1,990/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 18%
- **10y growth:** 14.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -5.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 3.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 6.7%

## 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)