Six-bed Victorian investment close to University of Birmingham, strong rental income potential.
Six bedrooms and three bathrooms, arranged across approx. 1,497 sq ft
A six-bedroom mid-terrace Victorian house positioned in Selly Oak’s student neighbourhood, offered freehold and currently let as student accommodation. The property comprises six bedrooms, three bathrooms and an open-plan lounge/kitchen across approximately 1,497 sq ft. The seller reports rental income of £2,704pcm (£32,448pa), giving a gross yield of about 7.2% at the asking price of £450,000.
This is a clear buy-to-let opportunity for investors targeting purpose-built student demand close to The University of Birmingham and local transport links (Selly Oak station and frequent A38 bus routes). The location’s convenience to bars, shops and university facilities supports strong rental demand throughout the academic year.
The house shows signs of wear and needs modernization in parts — the open-plan kitchen/living area is dated and there is general cosmetic updating required. The building is solid-brick Victorian with assumed no cavity insulation; potential purchasers should allow for energy-efficiency improvements. Parking is on-street only and the plot is small, which limits external amenity space.
Buyers should note the area records higher crime levels than average and the immediate locality is classed as a student-digs neighbourhood. Information on council tax band and some services has been supplied by the seller and should be legally verified. This property suits investors seeking near-term rental return and longer-term refurbishment upside rather than purchasers seeking a low-maintenance family home.