Summary - 37 Penns Lane B72 1AY
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Spacious one-bedroom retirement flat with long lease and communal facilities close to Wylde Green..
One double bedroom with spacious lounge and fitted shower room
117 years remaining on the lease — long lease security
Over-60s retirement development with communal lounge and laundry
Manicured communal grounds; low-maintenance exterior
Service charge approx. £2,892 per year; factor-arranged maintenance
Non-refundable Reservation Fee £6,875 on accepted offer (Secure Sale)
1970s kitchen requires updating to modern standards
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; council tax very low
A bright one-bedroom retirement apartment on the first floor, set within well-maintained communal grounds in Sutton Coldfield. The generous lounge and separate kitchen/breakfast room provide comfortable living space, while a fitted shower room and double bedroom complete the layout. Broadband is fast and mobile signal is excellent — convenient for staying connected.
The development is exclusive to over-60s and offers useful communal facilities including a residents’ lounge and laundry. The long 117-year lease offers ownership security, and the property sits in a very affluent area with good local amenities and easy access to Wylde Green.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold sale with an average annual service charge of £2,892. The sale uses a Secure Sale process requiring a non-refundable Reservation Fee of £6,875 on offer acceptance — read the legal pack carefully before committing. The kitchen dates from the 1970s and will benefit from updating to match modern standards.
This apartment suits downsizers seeking a low-maintenance base with communal support and local services close by. It is also a practical option for those wanting long-lease security and easy access to shops, transport and healthcare — provided they budget for the service charge and potential kitchen refurbishment.
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