Summary - Apartment 169, 41, Essex Street B5 4TU
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable eighth-floor apartment ideal for first-time buyers or investors seeking central location..
- One-bedroom eighth-floor flat with city-centre views
- Approximately 441 sq ft; compact but practical layout
- Double glazing and modern fitted kitchen and bathroom
- 24-hour concierge and allocated off-street parking included
- Leasehold tenure; service charge approx £2,438 per year
- Ground rent approx £300 per year; check lease length
- Electric room heating (no gas) — higher running costs possible
- Located in a high-crime, student-dominated, deprived area
This eighth-floor one-bedroom apartment in Birmingham city centre offers compact, modern living with clear commuter advantages. The flat measures about 441 sq ft and benefits from double glazing, electric heating, and contemporary fixtures throughout, including a fitted kitchen and bathroom.
Residents have 24-hour concierge service and an allocated off-street parking space, plus city-centre views from the upper floor. The building’s EPC rating is B and broadband and mobile signals are strong — practical points for first-time buyers and occupants who work or study from home.
Buyers should note material ownership costs: the property is leasehold with an average service charge of £2,438 and ground rent around £300 annually. Heating is electric room heaters rather than gas, and the neighbourhood records higher crime levels and sits in a deprived, predominantly student area — factors to consider for lifestyle and rental prospects.
Overall, this apartment suits a buyer seeking an affordable city-centre entry point or an investor targeting student or short-term rental demand. The flat is habitable now but its compact size and service charges are important when assessing monthly affordability and yield.
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