Summary - DEAN HOUSE, 38, UPPER DEAN STREET B5 4SG
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Ideal buy-to-let close to universities, shops and transport hubs.
Chain‑free upper floor apartment with lift and manned reception
Open‑plan kitchen/lounge, double bedroom with built‑in wardrobes
Balcony, double glazing, EPC rating C
Leasehold: 104 years remaining; ground rent £150 pa
Service charge approximately £150 pa (below average) — confirm exact amount
No private garden; compact footprint suited to single occupancy or let
Electric room heaters — higher running costs likely compared with gas
Located in a high‑crime, deprived student neighbourhood — consider impact
This compact one‑bedroom apartment occupies an upper floor in the Premier Suites development, offered chain‑free and ready for immediate occupation or lettings. The block provides secure entry, a manned reception, lift access and an urban balcony — practical features for city living and short‑let management. Double glazing and an EPC rating of C help keep running costs lower than older stock.
The layout is straightforward: an open‑plan kitchen/living area with fitted units and electric oven, a double bedroom with built‑in wardrobes and a three‑piece bathroom. The flat is small and best suited to a single occupant, student tenant or as a buy‑to‑let; no private garden or external amenity is provided. Heating is electric room heaters, so check running costs against your use.
Location is a strong draw for rental demand: fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and immediate access to shops, cafés and transport links in a busy, multicultural student neighbourhood. However, the surrounding area records very high crime levels and is classed as deprived, which may affect longer‑term capital growth and insurance costs.
Practical lease details are favourable for buyers who want straightforward ownership: a lease of 104 years, a low service charge (around £150) and ground rent of £150 per annum. Buyers should confirm the exact service charge figure, council tax band and any lettings restrictions for the serviced development before proceeding.
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