Two-bedroom first-floor maisonette, recently renovated and move-in ready
Only 39 years remaining on the lease — mortgage lenders likely to refuse
Cash buyers preferred; lease extension will be costly and necessary for mortgages
Low annual costs: £25 ground rent, no service charges
Good transport links — walking distance to Acocks Green station
Garden included; semi-detached building with garage potential
High local crime and very deprived area may affect demand and values
Energy rated C with double glazing and gas central heating
This two-bedroom first-floor maisonette on Victoria Road offers a recently refreshed, move-in ready home with low running costs. The property benefits from a modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, new carpeting and tiling, double glazing and gas central heating — ready for occupation or letting without immediate works.
Important practical note: the lease has only 39 years remaining. Many mortgage lenders will refuse loans on this basis, so this property is suitable for cash buyers or investors prepared to manage a short lease (potentially costly to extend) and the associated resale limitations.
Set on a quiet street within walking distance of Acocks Green station, the maisonette has good transport links to Birmingham city centre and Solihull. Local schools have good Ofsted ratings which supports rental demand, but the wider area is classified as very deprived and crime levels are high — factors that can affect long-term capital growth and tenant selection.
Overall, the property suits a cash investor or buyer seeking a renovated, low-running-cost flat in a well-connected location who understands the leasing constraint. Lease extension or purchase by a cash buyer will be key to unlocking full marketability.
