Summary - Flat 6 Home Peal House, 231, Alcester Road South B14 6DT
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Quiet, low‑maintenance living with garden outlook and local amenities.
Ground-floor retirement flat with direct access to communal gardens
One bedroom with built-in storage; reception opens to patio
Residents’ lounge, launderette and emergency pull-cords included
Chain-free; designed for over-60s only
88 years remaining on the lease — monitor lease length implications
Service charge high (approx £2,686–£3,226 yearly) and ground rent £502 pa
Electric storage heating and double glazing installed before 2002
Residents parking available subject to availability
This ground-floor retirement apartment offers practical, quiet living for the over-60s, with direct access to well-kept communal gardens and off-street residents’ parking. The reception room opens onto a small patio area, bringing natural light and a pleasant outlook over the shared green space. The layout is traditional and easy to navigate, with an entryphone and emergency pull-cords for added peace of mind.
The one-bedroom home is compact but well arranged: a reception room, fitted kitchen with space for freestanding appliances, bedroom with built-in storage and a shower room. Communal amenities include a residents’ lounge and launderette, and the building is located close to Kings Heath high street amenities, bus routes and local healthcare services — a convenient spot for everyday needs.
Notable costs and constraints are straightforward. The lease has 88 years remaining; the service charge is relatively high (about £2,686–£3,226 per year depending on reporting) and ground rent is £502 per year. Heating relies on electric storage heaters, and the glazing predates 2002. These are important factors for budgeting and future maintenance planning.
Chain-free and offered specifically to over-60s, this apartment suits a buyer seeking low-maintenance, community-focused living near shops, parks and transport links. It provides immediate occupation with established communal support but requires acceptance of the lease length, ongoing service charges and electric heating as part of the ownership picture.
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