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Property for sale in East Sussex

Property for sale in East Sussex: Coastal living with city connections

Seeking a seaside lifestyle but want to be near the capital? East Sussex offers the perfect solution.

You might be tempted by Brighton’s incomparable atmosphere with its lively beachfront and the fabulous independent shops and cafes in the Lanes. Or perhaps you’ll be drawn to Eastbourne’s Victorian architecture and up-and-coming art scene or the cobbled streets of Rye. Maybe you’ll be tempted by the panoramic views of the South Downs in the commuter town of Haywards Heath. Either way, East Sussex is an excellent choice for those who want to combine urban attractions with countryside - and seaside - living.

Brighton remains the beating heart of East Sussex, with an abundance of creative energy and a beach lifestyle featuring everything from paddleboarding to seafront saunas; high-end restaurants to lively bars. Up-and-coming areas like Madeira Drive are transforming the city’s eastern edge, adding exciting new investment opportunities. Nearby Hove offers elegant period homes just moments from the sea, while Lewes blends history with a strong community feel, cosy pubs and independent boutiques.

 

All these locations offer excellent rail connections to London and beyond. A growing tech hub, top universities and a thriving cultural scene mean competition for the best homes is fierce, so buying your ideal East Sussex home requires expert insight. We offer exclusive access to the most desirable properties, including off-market opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a Regency townhouse in Brighton, a seafront home in Eastbourne or a countryside retreat in Lewes, our personalised approach ensures you find a property that perfectly suits your lifestyle and investment goals.

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Image of Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3
Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3

House, 8.68 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,250,000
Sold STC
Image of Linden Park Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Linden Park Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

Flat, 1234 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 2
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 2
Guide price £975,000
Image of Roedean Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Roedean Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 2811 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £1,350,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 233.56 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £5,950,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 60.65 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £2,250,000
Image of Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 3143 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4 - 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Lomas Lane, Sandhurst, Cranbrook, Kent TN18
Lomas Lane, Sandhurst, Cranbrook, Kent TN18

Bungalow, 6.64 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £995,000
Image of Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17
Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17

House, 11.1 acres

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,950,000
Sold STC
Image of Langton Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4
Langton Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4

House, 3771 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £1,750,000
Image of Manor Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4
Manor Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4

House, 2335 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 2
Guide price £1,350,000
Image of Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 3465 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,550,000
Image of Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 1.22 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,450,000
Image of Brickyard Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Brickyard Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 7.9 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 5
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £2,350,000
Image of Bayham Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Bayham Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 5413 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5 - 6
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 3 - 4
Guide price £2,000,000
Image of Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 3054 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £1,650,000
Image of Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6
Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6

House, 18.34 acres

Image of Bedrooms 8
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £2,950,000
Image of Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 2.6 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,000,000
Image of High Street, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16
High Street, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16

House, 3966 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 5
Guide price £1,200,000
Image of Cross in Hand, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21
Cross in Hand, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21

House, 2023 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 2
Guide price £775,000
Image of Bassetts Lane, Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross, East Sussex TN6
Bassetts Lane, Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross, East Sussex TN6

House, 1981 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3 - 4
Guide price £1,100,000
Sold STC
Image of Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8
Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8

House, 2.15 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 5
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £3,350,000
Image of Park Farm Vineyard, Henfield Road, Poynings, Brighton, West Sussex BN45
Park Farm Vineyard, Henfield Road, Poynings, Brighton, West Sussex BN45

Farm/Estate

Guide price £2,000,000
Sold STC
Image of Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3
Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3

House, 3340 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 1.06 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,250,000
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Period houses for sale in East Sussex

Historic homes are in abundance in East Sussex. Browse some of the finest available today.

Image of Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3
Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3

House, 8.68 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,250,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 233.56 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £5,950,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 60.65 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £2,250,000
Image of Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 3143 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4 - 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17
Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17

House, 11.1 acres

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,950,000
Image of Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 3465 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,550,000
Image of Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 1.22 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,450,000
Image of Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6
Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6

House, 18.34 acres

Image of Bedrooms 8
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £2,950,000
Image of Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 2.6 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,000,000
Image of Bassetts Lane, Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross, East Sussex TN6
Bassetts Lane, Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross, East Sussex TN6

House, 1981 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3 - 4
Guide price £1,100,000
Sold STC
Image of Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3
Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3

House, 3340 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 1.06 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,250,000
Image of Rectory Close, Etchingham Road, Burwash, Etchingham TN19
Rectory Close, Etchingham Road, Burwash, Etchingham TN19

House, 3656 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 5
Guide price £1,395,000
Image of Fontridge Lane, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Fontridge Lane, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 55.59 acres

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 5
Image of Receptions 6
Offers in excess of £4,950,000
Image of High Woods Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3
High Woods Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3

Farmhouse, 1.05 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £1,500,000
Image of Nevill Park, Tunbrige Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN4
Nevill Park, Tunbrige Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN4

House, 2592 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,850,000
Image of Forest Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Forest Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 2089 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,000,000
Image of Camden Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Camden Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 2431 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Offers in excess of £1,500,000
Image of Doucegrove Lane, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex TN31
Doucegrove Lane, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex TN31

House, 40.57 acres

Image of Bedrooms 6 - 7
Image of Bathrooms 5 - 6
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,400,000
Sold STC
Image of Bodle Street Green, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27
Bodle Street Green, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27

Farm/Estate, 3.32 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4 - 5
Image of Bathrooms 2 - 3
Image of Receptions 3 - 5
Guide price £1,150,000

Detached houses for sale in East Sussex

Enjoy some more space and a little more privacy in this lovely part of the South East.

Image of Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3
Spring Hill, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3

House, 8.68 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,250,000
Image of Roedean Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Roedean Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 2811 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £1,350,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 233.56 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £5,950,000
Image of Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7
Butcherfield Lane, Hartfield, East Sussex TN7

House, 60.65 acres

Image of Bedrooms 7
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £2,250,000
Image of Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Woods Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 3143 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4 - 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17
Cross Colwood Lane, Bolney, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17

House, 11.1 acres

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,950,000
Sold STC
Image of Langton Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4
Langton Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4

House, 3771 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £1,750,000
Image of Manor Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4
Manor Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4

House, 2335 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 2
Guide price £1,350,000
Image of Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 3465 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,550,000
Image of Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 1.22 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,450,000
Image of Brickyard Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Brickyard Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 7.9 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 5
Image of Receptions 4
Guide price £2,350,000
Image of Bayham Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Bayham Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 5413 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5 - 6
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 3 - 4
Guide price £2,000,000
Image of Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2
Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2

House, 3054 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £1,650,000
Image of Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6
Chillies Lane, High Hurstwood, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6

House, 18.34 acres

Image of Bedrooms 8
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 4
Offers in excess of £2,950,000
Image of Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5
Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5

House, 2.6 acres

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3 - 4
Image of Receptions 4 - 5
Guide price £2,000,000
Image of High Street, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16
High Street, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16

House, 3966 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 6
Image of Bathrooms 4
Image of Receptions 5
Guide price £1,200,000
Image of Cross in Hand, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21
Cross in Hand, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21

House, 2023 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 2
Guide price £775,000
Sold STC
Image of Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8
Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8

House, 2.15 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 5
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £3,350,000
Sold STC
Image of Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3
Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex TN3

House, 3340 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,500,000
Image of Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19
Westdown Lane, Burwash Common, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

House, 1.06 acres

Image of Bedrooms 5
Image of Bathrooms 2
Image of Receptions 3
Guide price £1,250,000

Modern houses for sale in East Sussex

Searching for an energy-efficient new-build home for your family or just for you? Take a look at these modern gems.

Image of Shortgate Lane, Laughton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8
Shortgate Lane, Laughton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8

House, 3177 sqft

Image of Bedrooms 4
Image of Bathrooms 3
Image of Receptions 2
Offers in excess of £1,250,000

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Frequently asked questions

East Sussex offers a mix of coastline and countryside with slightly lower prices than parts of Kent, though London commuting can take longer. It appeals to buyers seeking a balance of value and lifestyle.

Areas around Rye, Lewes and the South Downs provide a strong mix of coastal access, open countryside and relative seclusion.

Regular commuting is possible, though journey times vary. It suits hybrid working particularly well, where travel into London is not required daily.

Villages near Lewes, Uckfield and parts of the High Weald offer larger properties with land while remaining within reach of transport links.

Well‑located properties tend to perform well, particularly those offering character, views or access to both coast and countryside.

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