Summary - 86, Arderne Drive B37 5HL
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Modern, ready-to-live two-bedroom first-floor flat — affordable entry or buy-to-let opportunity.
Spacious two double bedrooms, modern bathroom and kitchen
Secure first-floor position with communal garden access
Approximately 697 sq ft; average-sized apartment
Leasehold — about 94 years remaining; verify lease terms
Service charge £595 per year (below average)
Area: very deprived classification; high local crime rate
Built 1967–75; cavity walls assumed uninsulated — possible heat loss
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; mains gas heating
This secure first-floor two-bedroom apartment on Arderne Drive offers straightforward, modern living across an average-sized 697 sq ft layout. The flat is presented in a contemporary style with laminate floors, recessed lighting and double glazing, making it ready to occupy or let with minimal immediate work.
The property suits first-time buyers stepping onto the market or investors seeking a manageable buy-to-let in a major conurbation. Practical positives include mains gas central heating, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — useful for working from home or reliable lettings demand. A communal garden provides outdoor space without private maintenance.
Buyers should note material local and property facts: the area is classified as very deprived with high crime rates and hampered neighbourhood indicators; this affects resale and rental appeal and should be considered alongside price. The building dates from the late 1960s–1970s and external walls are cavity with assumed no added insulation, which may influence running costs despite double glazing and a gas boiler.
Leasehold details are favourable for buyers: around 94 years remaining and a below-average service charge of £595 per year, but purchasers must verify ground rent and formal lease terms. Council tax is very low, and there is no flood risk. Overall this is a value-focused, easy-to-manage apartment that rewards buyers willing to accept tougher local area metrics in return for a low entry price and immediate usability.
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