Summary - 53, RATHLIN CROFT, BIRMINGHAM B36 0PL
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Chain-free terraced house with garage and garden, ideal for DIY buyers.
Freehold three-bedroom mid-terrace, chain-free
Probate sale — purchase subject to grant of probate
Non-standard Bryant Wall Frame construction — specialist conveyancing advised
Small rooms and small rear plot with lawn and paving
Garage included; rear patio doors to garden
Warm-air mains gas heating; older double glazing (pre-2002)
Area: very deprived with above-average crime — affects resale/rental
Council tax Band A; fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
This three-bedroom mid-terrace on Rathlin Croft offers straightforward living and renovation potential for a first-time buyer or investor. The house is freehold, chain-free and sold via probate, allowing a prompt purchase once probate is granted. Accommodation includes a front kitchen, rear lounge with patio doors, three bedrooms, separate toilet, and a small rear garden with a garage.
Important practical points are clear: the property is of non-standard construction (Bryant Wall Frame) so buyers should seek specialist conveyancing and mortgage advice. The home has older double glazing and warm-air gas heating; some updating and possible insulation work will be needed to improve comfort and efficiency. The plot is small and rooms are modest in size, typical of mid-1970s system-built terraces.
Location offers convenience: fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and access to local shops, buses and leisure facilities. Council tax is low (Band A). However the neighbourhood is in a very deprived area with above-average crime rates and nearby schools with mixed Ofsted outcomes, which will influence resale and rental demand.
For someone prepared to take on a non-standard, dated property this house represents an affordable entry into Smiths Wood with immediate letting or DIY-upgrade potential. Confirm timeframes for the probate sale and get professional checks on construction type and any remediation costs before committing.
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