Summary - BALFOUR COURT, 361 FLAT 3 LICHFIELD ROAD SUTTON COLDFIELD B74 4DB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
First-floor one-bedroom flat with garage, long lease and communal gardens — ideal for downsizers.
Large lounge/diner with two front windows and good natural light
Includes single garage (separate lease — 51 years remaining)
141 years left on flat lease; peppercorn ground rent
Service charge approx. £615.83 per half year (£1,231.66/year)
Electric underfloor heating; electricity is main fuel (running costs variable)
Double glazing present; install date unknown
Communal gardens and convenient Mere Green location
Crime level above average — consider security measures
Light, practical living in a one-bedroom first-floor flat positioned close to Mere Green shops and regular transport links. The sizable lounge/diner and separate breakfast kitchen create a comfortable daily layout for a single occupant or couple. A garage and communal gardens add useful storage and outdoor space rarely found with similar flats.
The lease is long at 141 years with a peppercorn ground rent; service charge is £615.83 per half year (approx. £1,231.66 annually). Main heating is electric underfloor heating and the property is double glazed; buyers should note electricity is the primary fuel source, which can affect running costs.
Important practical points: the garage is on a separate lease with only 51 years remaining — this will affect mortgageability and future value unless extended. Crime levels in the area are above average, so buyers should consider security measures. Overall this is a tidy, mid-20th-century flat that suits downsizers or buyers seeking a low-maintenance home with nearby amenities and good broadband.
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