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20 – 26 Feb 2018 ★ Issue 867
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LH CONTENTS 2 | STUDENT HOUSING Ethical, hasslefree property letting through the University of Sussex
5 | ORGANIC GROWTH Oakley’s new office brings sellers something a bit different in ShorehambySea
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6 | MOULD SOLUTIONS
How to make sure your winter is clean and fresh
8 | HOMES ACROSS BRIGHTON & HOVE A wide range of homes to rent or buy from page 8
12 | HOMES FOR AUCTION A wide range of homes up for sale by auction from page 12
14 | LANDLORD ADVICE Khalil Properties shares details of its Tenant Reward Scheme for Students
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HOT PROPERTY Kings castle True splendour is found on Kings Gardens in this glorious two bedroom penthouse apartment. With an elevator taking you straight into your home, as well as balconies that encourage the feeling of living in the sky, views across the city and out to sea, and a breathtaking skylight – it’s magical. £995,000 01273 830919 fosterandcoestateagents.co.uk
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PROFESSIONALISM DRIVES
EXPANSION INTO SHOREHAM BY SEA Oakley’s new office brings sellers something a bit different in ShorehambySea
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ne of the area’s most respected estate agencies, Oakley Property, have opened a new office in a high profile main road location in ShorehamBySea. They opened the doors of their new office in January and are already experiencing an exciting level of new instructions from the residents of the Shoreham area. Local and experienced Estate Agent Nick Williams has been appointed as the Manager of the new branch. Chris Oakley commented; “We are delighted that Nick has been able to join us to run our new Shoreham office, as he is local to the area and has a long history of successfully selling houses in Shoreham over the past 14 years, so his local knowledge will be invaluable to our clients and people looking to buy in the area.”
“ We have built our business off the
back of both recommendation and integrity ”
Chris Oakley first opened the doors to Oakley Property 25 years ago and with his dedicated team has built what is now one of the most wellknown and respected estate agency brands on the south coast, dealing with all types of property throughout Sussex. Chris added, “We have built our business off the back of both recommendation and integrity. As a firm of Chartered Surveyors, professionalism in all we do and providing clients with honest and straight talking advice has been the key to our success.” This year Oakley Property will celebrate their 25th year and things have already got off to a wonderful start, with the much anticipated launch of their residential ShorehambySea office and also, in partnership with Hyde Housing, securing the agency upon one of Shoreham’s most exciting developments for years at Shoreham Waterfront, to the north of Ropetackle. Work commences on this major regeneration scheme this year and will provide 120 new waterfront homes and commercial space.
Oakley is a brand that is already very well known in Shoreham and the company’s expansion will be boosted by their strong estate and letting agency presence in Brighton & Hove and other parts of Sussex. Nick Williams commented; “as an agent that’s always worked in Shoreham I have for years seen a strong trend of families looking to move out of Brighton & Hove to the more affordable Shoreham market, where they get more ‘bang for their buck’ and a great social scene and quality of life as well!’ “I am very excited about now working for Oakley, where their professional reputation, very strong branding presence and office network, will mean that we have a unique offering as a Shoreham agent to our clients, who are looking to expand the marketing and letting of their properties to a wider audience.” Chris Oakley commented; “Our strength as a business has always been our diversity in the housing, commercial, letting and new homes markets. This means we pick up a complete cross section of property enquiries. Our staff are very well trained to seize upon these opportunities if they can help a sale in a different area of the business. We can offer a very diverse database unlike any other agents, and London connections through both the London Office and our national commercial property and new homes and development connections.” Oakley Residential are proud members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and having a team that includes two former presidents of the Brighton & Hove Estate Agents Association, in Chris Oakley and James Epps. Their new office offers the residents of Shoreham something very different, in the form of a highly successful independent and professional sales and letting agent, with unique access to a very diverse database of buyers and tenants looking for property in the area. Chris Oakley finished by saying, “if you are really serious about selling your home pick up the phone to Nick and his team, who will offer an undoubted level of energy into selling your property, with the backup of our marketing and office network, which might just find your buyer!” If you think Oakley could help you move in 2018, Nick Williams and his the team would be delighted to hear from you. 01273 661577 e: shoreham@oakleyproperty.com
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MOULD SOLUTIONS
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he NHS, the Department of Health and the World Health Organisation all regard exposure to excessive mould as a
threat to health. That’s why the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) has classified mould as a Category 1 health hazard. Living with mould can have a detrimental effect on one’s health which is why mould problems should be dealt with quickly and effectively. Paint isn’t your solution
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As tempting as it may be, heading for the
Mould is a Category 1 Health Hazard If left untreated MOULD can:
mouldy wall with a bucket of paint and a brush in hand isn’t going to solve the
• Trigger asthma attacks • Cause allergic reactions • Cause sinus infections • Make you more susceptible to colds and flu
problem. In actual fact, painting over existing mould won’t kill it. Painting over the mould is
If your home, let or business is affected by mould, don’t delay – call us today
simply a waste of time and money, as mould will continue to grow, resulting in the continuous dispersion of mould spores. Even the thickest coats of paint won’t mask your mould trouble. Unless you invest in a proper and professional mould removal procedure, the mould will only just continue to grow! Out with the mould! MOULD SOLUTIONS specialise in mould removal, prevention and ventilation solutions. They can identify the cause, treat the mould and give you advice on how to keep you homes healthy and mould free.
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Residential Sales: (01273) 461144 Commercial & Residential Lettings: (01273) 454234
MARINERS POINT, BRIGHTON ROAD,
SHOREHAM BY SEA Warwick Baker Estate Agents are delighted to offer a selection of one, two & three bedroom new purpose built apartments. The flats benefit from living rooms with private balconies affording views over the River Adur towards the sea, white gloss kitchens, quality bathrooms, audio entry phone system and passenger lift to all floors. Mariners Point is positioned next to the Surry Boat Yard, which has been established in Shoreham since the Second World War. With access to the water edge this development is the perfect location for onlookers and nautical enthusiasts alike. The development also offers a large retail outlet with additional parking and boasts two further riverside outlets.
1 bedroom flats from £222,500 2 bedroom flats from £285,000 3 bedroom flats POA Available to view and reserve now
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Stafford Road
Westfield Avenue
Upper Lewes Road
£350,000 Share of Freehold • Two bed, ground floor flat • Modern fitted kitchen and bathroom • Rear patio garden • EPC D64 Call Fiveways office 01273 566777
Offers in excess of £490,000 Freehold • Close to shops & bus stops • Four Bedrooms • Dining Room & Kitchen/Breakfast Room • NO ONWARD CHAIN EPC D59 Call Woodingdean office on 01273 278866
Offers over £210,000 Share of Freehold • First floor 2 bedroom garden flat • Let until Aug 2018 at £900pcm • Attractive walled garden • Convenient location. EPC D63 Call Lewes Road office 01273 677001
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The Drove £495,000 Freehold • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Modern Fitted Kitchen • EPC D56 Call Fiveways office 01273 566777
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Falmer Road £580,000 Freehold • Perfect Family Home • Open Plan Kitchen Diner • 4 Double Bedrooms • Good-sized Rear Garden. EPC D61 Call Woodingdean office 01273 278866
Price guide £485,000 Freehold An IMPRESSIVE 2/3 bedroom VICTORIAN house located on one of the most SOUGHT-AFTER ROADS within the popular HANOVER DISTRICT of the city. The house is BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED and has well-proportioned accommodation arranged over 3 floors. Highlights include FANTASTIC MASTER BEDROOM SUITE, a PRETTY COURTYARD GARDEN and further ROOF TERRACE, WC facilities on all floors and a KITCHEN/DINER with room to eat. Energy Rating: D63 Exclusive to Maslen Estate Agents. Call Lewes Road office 01273 677001
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Queens Place, Brighton, BN2 £475,000 A newly refurbished two double bedroom penthouse apartment in a quiet mews location. Own private hallway on the ground floor with a private lift. The lift opens in to the apartments large double aspect living room. The living room has an almost full wall of glass with patio doors opening out to the wrap around terrace. There are two double bedrooms. The master benefits from own en-suite bathroom with shower enclosure (Jack & Jill bathroom), built in wardrobes and a private terrace. The second bedroom has built in wardrobes and as the sole use of a shower room and W.C. opposite it. The kitchen is very well thought out with high spec appliances and units. No onward chain will make your move in to this apartment a trouble free and simple experience.
Greenways, Ovingdean, BN2
Capel Avenue, Peacehaven, BN10
Coleman Avenue, Hove, BN3
£595,000
£375,000
£280,000
• Detached Bungalow. 3 Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Master with En-suite • Parking. Potential to Extend
• Detached Bungalow. 3 Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Garage and Driveway • Conservatory. West Facing Garden
• Site With Full Planning Consent • Planning app number: BH2017/01559 • Consent to Build 2/3 Bedroom House • Tree Lined Avenue in Hove
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FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION 11AM WEDNESDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2018 VENUE THE OLD SHIP HOTEL, KINGS ROAD, BRIGHTON, BN1 1NR Simon Caplin 01273 274010 simoncaplin@psandb.co.uk
ROEDALE ROAD, BRIGHTON • Spacious Three Storey 4 Bed Terrace House • In Need of Modernisation • Popular Brighton Area Close to Fiveways
GUIDE PRICE: £310,000+ FH
TORONTO TERRACE, BRIGHTON • Huge Re-Development Potential (STNC) • 6 x Garages, 6 x Lock-Ups & Hard Standing • Garages Let Producing £6,540 PA
GUIDE PRICE: £180,000-£200,000 FH
ST JAMES’S STREET, BRIGHTON • Modern One Bed TFF in Good Order • Right in the Heart of Brighton City Centre • Ideal Buy-to-Let/First Time Buy
GUIDE PRICE: £145,000-£150,000 LH
CLIFFE HIGH STREET, LEWES • Freehold Mixed Investment • Retail Unit Let at £20,000 PA • Maisonette Sold off on Long Lease
GUIDE PRICE: £250,000+ FH
Kelly Landers 01273 274014 kellyl@psandb.co.uk
MEDINA VILLAS, HOVE • Vacant First Floor Studio Apartment • Ideal First Time Buy / Buy-to-Let • Sought After Central Hove Location
GUIDE PRICE: £135,000-£145,000 LH
LANGNEY ROAD, EASTBOURNE • Substantial Commercial Building with Consent to Demolish Existing Building & Erect Two x Four Storey Buildings Comprising 10 Residential Units
GUIDE PRICE: £500,000-£550,000 FH
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LANGNEY ROAD, EASTBOURNE • 2 x Retail Units Over Ground & First Floors • Consent to Convert into Six Residential Units • (5 x 1 Bed and 1 x Studio Apartment)
GUIDE PRICE: £340,000-£350,000 FH
WORTHING ROAD, EAST PRESTON • Double Bedroom 1st Floor Retirement Apartment • Benefiting from a Number of Residents’ Facilities • Popular Location Close to Beach, Shops & Station
GUIDE PRICE: £100,000+ LH
KEYMER AVENUE, PEACEHAVEN • Vacant Two Bed First Floor Apartment • Allocated Parking Space & Juliette Balcony • Ideal First Time Buy / Buy-to-Let Investment
GUIDE PRICE: £150,000-£160,000 LH
DORSET ROAD, BOGNOR REGIS • Three Bedroom End of Terrace House • Good Size Rear Garden, DG & GCH • Close to Shops, Schools & Sporting Facilities
GUIDE PRICE: £185,000-£195,000 FH
TARRING ROAD, WORTHING • 2 Bed Self-Contained First Floor Flat Let on AST • Ground Floor A1 Retail Unit Currently Let • Excellent Opportunity - Investor/Owner Occupier
GUIDE PRICE: £175,000-£185,000 FH
WEST STREET, BOGNOR REGIS • Double Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment • Let on AST Producing £6,780 Per Annum • Close to Town Centre and Seafront
GUIDE PRICE: £100,000-£110,000 LH
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A recently refurbished, two double bedroom end of terrace house occupying an elevated position on Wiston Road providing fantastic views over Brighton and out to sea. The accommodation comprises; recently fitted, modern kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room with stripped wooden floor. On the first floor are two double bedrooms and a modern fitted bathroom. Benefits include gas fired central heating and double glazing and to the rear is a good size lawned garden. This lovely family home is an ideal first time buy/buy-to-let opportunity and is sold with no onward chain.
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AN EASIER AND MORE
AFFORDABLE
WAY FOR STUDENTS
TO RENT Tenant Reward Scheme for Students
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t’s never easy renting out a property as a student. For many people it’s the first time they’ve lived away from home and had to manage bills. And, of course, responsibility for these will usually be spread across all who live in the house. Finding the available funds for deposits – which can be as much as six weeks’ rent – is a real challenge for many. But, on top of this, there’s Student Referencing fees to find the cash for. Other problems can easily arise among the group of friends living together. I’m sure anyone who has been a student can remember the dreaded – and often ignored – rota for cleaning? We love students At Khalil’s we have been renting out property to Brighton students for more than two decades. We understand the problems they face – and we are determined to offer them an easier and more affordable way to rent. That’s why we’ve introduced our Tenant Reward Scheme for Students. The scheme offers a way to pay less money upfront, receive more services and to make sharing bills for utilities so much simpler. This means that you can concentrate on what you came to Brighton for: to study and to enjoy your time in this city. Khalil’s Tenant Reward Scheme for Students Did you know that 14% of Brightonians are students? We have one of the highest concentrations of students anywhere. And, at Khalil’s, we’d like to make all their lives easier.
So that’s the gas, electricity and broadband all taken care of for you. We are also told that disagreements can occur over cleaning rotas and maintaining the garden or outside space. Solution: We provide a fortnightly clean and seasonal gardening services. At the end of your tenancy we also ensure there is a thorough clean of the property and its carpets: it’s all part of what you get when you join our reward scheme. Most rental agreements demand a lot of money upfront: for many students this can be incredibly hard to find. Solution: We can usually waive the need for a deposit if you join – and we will never charge you Student Referencing fees. It’s just one of the ways we ensure your rental accommodation of choice is affordable for you. An easier way for students to rent It certainly is never easy renting out property as a student. But we hope we can make it a lot easier for you with our Tenant Reward Scheme for Students. Come and chat to us to find out more.
We hear time and time again that one of the main headaches can be transferring over all the utilities at the start of the tenancy and then making sure that everyone in the property pays their share throughout. Solution: All utilities and services are included in your rent. 14 | LATEST HOMES
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