Summary - 6 Melrose Apartments, 2a, Bell Barn Road B15 2DN
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Chain-free apartment with parking and long lease, ideal as a first urban home.
Two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
Top-floor penthouse with Juliette balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows
Two bathrooms — en-suite/master and separate shower room
Allocated off-street parking included
245 years remaining on lease (long lease)
Service charge £3,347.60 pa; ground rent £300 pa
Electric room heaters — potentially higher running costs
Area classified as very deprived; recorded crime level very high
Top-floor two-bedroom apartment positioned close to Birmingham city centre. The property offers open-plan living with floor-to-ceiling windows, a Juliette balcony and allocated parking — practical benefits for first-time buyers wanting low-maintenance city living. Both bedrooms are doubles with built-in wardrobes and the apartment includes two bathrooms, useful for sharers or guests.
Practical points that add certainty: the building has an EWS1 cladding certificate and the lease has 245 years remaining. The flat is offered chain free and measures around 776 sq ft, providing an average-sized, contemporary layout with laminate floors and modern fittings.
Buyers should note the recurring costs and heating arrangement. Current service charge is £3,347.60 per year and ground rent is £300 per year. Heating is electric via room heaters, which can be more expensive than gas in long-term running costs. The wider neighbourhood is classified as very deprived with a very high recorded crime level — factor security, travel routes and local amenities into your decision.
Nearby schools and transport links suit city-centre living, and the property’s features make it appropriate for first-time purchasers seeking an urban base or investors targeting lettings. The flat offers immediate move-in potential but also requires that buyers are comfortable with the area profile and the ongoing service and utility costs.
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