Summary - 362 COOKS LANE BIRMINGHAM B37 6NF
2 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Affordable starter flat with garage and low monthly charges ideal for first buyers.
- Ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette with private entrance
- Very long lease: 981 years remaining
- Low service charge: approximately £40 per month
- Includes single garage in separate block (check size)
- All-electric heating: electric storage heaters (higher running costs likely)
- Mid-1970s build with dated finishes; likely cosmetic updating needed
- Area: very deprived with above-average crime statistics
- Chain-free sale, council tax Band A (low)
A ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette with its own front door and long lease presents a straightforward first-step home or a buy-to-let starter. The property offers practical benefits: a single garage in a nearby block, very low monthly service charge, and chain-free sale for a quicker move.
Internally the layout is sensible for the size (around 650 sq ft) with a generous hall, lounge, simple kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and a separate WC. The home is all-electric with electric storage heaters and double glazing (installation date unknown). Buyers should expect basic mid-1970s finishes and straightforward cosmetic updating to modernise the accommodation.
Key positives are the extremely long lease (981 years), low running costs from Council Tax Band A, and the low service charge. Important considerations: the property is in a very deprived area with above-average crime statistics, and the building dates from the mid-20th century so there may be maintenance or upgrade needs. Broadband and mobile coverage are adequate locally, and the location has everyday amenities and bus links.
This flat will suit first-time buyers who value affordability and a long lease, or investors seeking a low-entry rental unit. Full technical checks are recommended (heating, electrics, and any building fabric), and buyers should confirm garage suitability and service charge/ground rent details during conveyancing.
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