Summary - 85 Grange Drive, Streetly B74 3DT
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Light-filled, low-maintenance flat with parking and long lease for first-time buyers.
Spacious open-plan lounge/diner, large for a one‑bed apartment
Allocated off‑street parking space included
Leasehold with c.104 years remaining
Service charge c.£1,776.62 per year; verify exacts
Ground rent c.£200 per year; buyer to confirm
Built 2003–2006; double glazing installed after 2002
Council Tax band C (described as affordable)
Broadband average; mobile signal excellent
A roomy one-bedroom apartment on the second floor, this modern 2003–2006 build delivers an unusually large open-plan lounge/diner ideal for entertaining or flexible home-working. Large windows flood the main living space with light, and an allocated off-street parking space and low-crime, affluent neighbourhood add everyday convenience and peace of mind.
Practical running costs are clear: the property is leasehold with about 104 years remaining, an average service charge of £1,776.62 per year and ground rent of £200. Council tax is band C and described as affordable. Broadband speeds are average though mobile signal is excellent — helpful if you rely on mobile data or remote calls.
This apartment suits a first-time buyer or couple seeking a ready-to-live-in modern home with scope to personalise finishes. The accommodation is straightforward and well-proportioned: large lounge/diner, separate kitchen, good double bedroom and bathroom.
Important facts: the property is sold as leasehold; any buyer should verify service charge, ground rent and lease details with a solicitor. Fixtures, fittings and services have not been tested and should be checked by a surveyor. There are no notable flooding risks and the area benefits from good schools and local amenities.
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