Elm Grove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3DA

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This exciting HMO/investment with 13 en-suite bedrooms and 2 kitchens currently delivers a combined rent of £9,795.00 pcm. 5 mins walk from Brighton General Hospital on a road which leads to the buzz of Lewes Road at the Level at one end and to rolling countryside at the other, it’s good to go as a student let or a professional house share. Brighton and Sussex Universities as well as major employers Amex and 3 hospitals are within a 20 min bus ride – or a short drive. Spanning three storeys it’s an inviting, central base with a sociable living dining room where the fitted kitchen has two hobs, ovens and hoods – and there’s a 2nd kitchen too. All 13 bedrooms are generous double rooms with a contemporary en-suite shower room In a great location there’s something for everyone – including easy access to the sea and to Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London.

In brief:

Style: Detached HMO house:

Monthly rental: £9,795 PCM or £117,540 per annum

Type: 13 bedrooms, 13 en-suite shower rooms, living dining room with kitchen + 2nd kitchen

Area: Elm Grove

Outside Space: Patio Garden

Parking: Parking Zone C

Why You’ll Like It:

Lewes Road is a great place to be, popular with professionals and students, its eclectic mix of exotic street food from around the globe, vintage clothing, antique shops, independent boutiques and fresh produce making it a magnet for locals and tourists – and it’s just a 15 min stroll takes to it and the leafy Level at the foot of the North Laine which also hosts events from foodie festivals to fairgrounds.

Tucked away up the tree-lined hill with plentiful permit parking with no list and lined with bakeries and grocery stores, this fabulous, 1903 detached house has fine architectural detail and outside space for bikes.

Good to go, inside all the rooms are light and airy and there are two access points, one to the lower floor where there are 2 double en-suite bedrooms and the large kitchen, living dining room of 8.02 x 4.21m (26’3 x 13’9) which has French doors to the patio. There are twin hobs and ovens beneath hoods, plenty of storage and working surfaces and space for a big table as well as two fridge freezers. The second entrance leads to the raised ground floor and the 2nd kitchen, which is also well equipped, and leads to a spacious hall with great storage. 4 bedrooms en-suite are on this level where the largest bedroom of the house commands a rent of £930.00pcm. Private and peaceful at the top of the house 4 more double rooms en-suite are also ready to move into.

The tenancies end in September 2026 and the property is currently managed by Brand Vaughan. We have up to date specialist knowledge of HMO compliance and legal requirements. We have long term connections with local employers, international companies, associations and charities and can offer a service tailored to your needs from finding the best tenants for you to organising the tenancy agreements and any maintenance issues.

Agent’s Thoughts

“This is a laid back, unpretentious area which appeals to families, professionals and investors with lots of local amenities and it bridges Kemptown’s beaches, access to the Downs and the city centre.”

Owner’s secret

“The rooms are light, inviting and easy to live in so you don’t feel hemmed in even though ‘The Bib and Tuck’ is just 3 mins drive to the city centre. Both the countryside and the sea are nearby and Elm Grove is friendly and convenient with local organic shops, cafes and bistro pubs. This is a great spot for anyone of any age as there is always something to do whatever you’re into and in the evenings, you won’t need to use the car to go to restaurants or theatres as you can walk or bus everywhere.”

What’s around you:

Shops: Local 1 min walk, Open Market & North Laine 20 mins on foot Train Station: Brighton mainline about 25 on foot, 10ish by cab, 15 by bus Seafront or park: The Level 10-15 mins on foot, 5 by bus, Queen’s Park 10 mins walk, seafront 10 mins by cycle, 15-20 by bus

Closest schools:

Primary: Elm Grove, St Luke’s, Queen’s Park Sixth Form: Varndean, BHASVIC, MET, BIMM Secondary: Varndean/Dorothy Stringer Private: Brighton College

Elm Grove is known for its organic shops, bistro pubs and bakeries as well as its easy access to the open spaces of Queen’s Park and the Level, which holds events during the year - and the city centre. If you teach, Elm Grove Primary is just down the hill and other good schools including St Luke’s and Brighton College are easy to reach. Kemptown is on the doorstep which hosts Amex, Police Station, the hospitals – and Pride- and has a relaxed café culture as well as useful amenities, beach bars and outdoor pool by the sea. The station serving Falmer, Lewes, Gatwick and London is about 25 mins on foot, there is no waiting list for S zone parking and Elm Grove will take you up to the racecourse and open countryside or to London & Lewes Roads for swift access into or out of the city.