Summary - Apartment 6, 4, Parklands Avenue B20 2SY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable city-entry home with parking and modern kitchen.
Chain-free vacant possession, immediate move-in
A vacant, chain-free one-bedroom apartment set within a red-brick period block in Handsworth Wood, offered with immediate possession. At around 679 sq ft this flat reads as spacious for a one-bed, with a modern fitted kitchen, bay windows and allocated undercover parking — practical for a first buyer or a landlord seeking a straightforward let.
The home is double glazed and has new carpets throughout, though heating is by electric room heaters rather than gas central heating; expect higher running costs than a gas-heated property. Service charge and ground rent are modest (annual service charge £920; ground rent £150) and the lease has about 105 years remaining, so no immediate lease-extension urgency.
Location strengths include close access to tram and rail links, several well-regarded local schools and local shops. Notable area drawbacks are a high local crime rate, very slow broadband speeds and no private garden — factors to consider for owners or tenants who need fast internet or outdoor space. The property is also within about 1km of a historical coal/mining area, which may be relevant for mortgage or insurance checks.
Overall this is a practical, ready-to-move-in apartment that suits first-time buyers wanting an affordable city-entry home, or buy-to-let investors looking for a let-ready unit with low immediate maintenance needs. Be realistic about higher energy costs and local area challenges when calculating outgoings and rental expectations.
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