Summary - 42 OSCOTT ROAD PERRY BARR BIRMINGHAM B42 2TA
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Compact terrace offering strong rental and first-time purchase potential close to schools and transport.
Freehold Victorian mid-terrace with two bedrooms and two receptions
This mid-terraced Victorian property on Oscott Road offers an affordable entry into Perry Barr with two receptions, two bedrooms and a fitted kitchen. Rooms are compact but functional, and the small rear garden provides outdoor space for drying or a modest seating area. Broadband is FTTP and heating is mains gas with a standard boiler and radiators. The house is freehold with a low Council Tax Band A and an EPC rating of D.
The layout and period features (bay window, brick exterior) give straightforward scope for cosmetic improvement and modest refurbishment. The property would suit a first-time buyer seeking a budget home close to transport links and local schools, or an investor targeting rental income in a student-communal neighbourhood. On-street parking and a shared public right of way run across the rear garden, which affects privacy and access.
Buyers should note practical issues: the building has solid brick walls (likely uninsulated), double glazing with unknown install date, and the entrance hall description suggests potential damp and general maintenance needs. The area records very high crime and very high deprivation indices — factors that influence resale and lettability and which buyers should weigh carefully.
A basic survey is recommended to check damp, insulation, electrics and the boiler. For buyers focused on value, straightforward cosmetic upgrading and insulation work could materially improve comfort and energy efficiency. For investors, the property’s size and local rental demand offer potential but must be balanced against local area risks and management needs.
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