Affordable three-bed semi with driveway, garage and garden—needs modernising, strong commuter links..
- Three bedrooms with bay-fronted lounge and separate dining room
- Driveway for two cars plus garage with shared access
- Enclosed rear garden with paved and decked seating areas
- Kitchen and bathroom are dated and need modernisation
- Leasehold with c.708 years remaining; ground rent nominal £5
- Local area: very deprived with high recorded crime rates
- Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; cheap council tax
- Built 1930–1949; filled cavity walls and double glazing present
A three-bedroom semi-detached home in Handsworth offering solid space and practical features for a first-time buyer or investor. The house has a bay-fronted lounge, separate dining room, off-shot kitchen and an enclosed rear garden with garage and block-paved driveway for two cars. Tenure is leasehold with a long remaining term and very low ground rent.
The property is structurally typical of its 1930–1949 build with cavity walls, double glazing and gas central heating. Internally the layout works well for family living but the kitchen and bathroom are dated and would benefit from updating to unlock better market value. The plot and room proportions are average for the type, giving scope for modest modernisation rather than major extension.
Buyers should note material location factors: the local area is classified as very deprived with high recorded crime and a communal retirement classification for the wider area, which can affect long-term resale and rental demand. Practical positives include excellent mobile signal, fast broadband and nearby schools rated Good, while council tax and ground rent costs are low.
This is a straightforward purchase for someone prioritising value and convenience over postcode prestige. If you want a roomy three-bedroom home close to commuter routes and Meadowhall, and are prepared to carry out refresh works, this property could be a sensible, affordable option.