Private entrance with grand central staircase
A substantial Victorian maisonette arranged over three floors, this 148 sq m (1,593 sq ft) home combines period character with contemporary fittings. The property benefits from a private entrance, grand central staircase and a full-width modern kitchen/diner opening to a southerly-facing rear garden. Four double bedrooms and two bathrooms are arranged across the upper floors, offering flexible family accommodation.
The finish is generally high quality — double glazing was installed after 2002 and the kitchen shows a contemporary, well-appointed design. Heating is via a mains-gas boiler and radiators. The long lease (circa 979 years) gives tenure security and the council tax band is very cheap, helping running costs.
Buyers should note material considerations plainly: the building is a solid-brick Victorian terrace with no built-in wall insulation (as originally constructed), the EPC rating is D, and parts of the property would benefit from updating to maximise energy efficiency. The surrounding area is inner-city and vibrant but recorded crime levels are high and the wider locality is classified as very deprived, which may concern some purchasers.
This maisonette will suit growing families or buyers seeking spacious, characterful accommodation close to the city centre. It also offers scope for sensible investment through targeted upgrades (insulation, energy improvements) that could reduce running costs and improve the EPC. Local schools and plentiful amenities are within easy reach, while the city centre is a short distance away.