Chain-free two-bed flat with gated parking and strong rental potential near airport and rail links.
Chain-free two-bedroom first-floor apartment, approx 759 sq ft
Strong rental potential ~£950 per month
Secure gated parking included
Communal lawned gardens for residents
Long lease: 135 years remaining
Service charge circa £1,747.26 per year
Electric storage heating — higher running costs likely
Located in a very high crime area (consider insurance/letting impact)
This chain-free, first-floor two-bedroom apartment sits in a well-connected part of Birmingham close to Birmingham Airport, the international rail station and major motorways. At around 759 sq ft it offers a spacious lounge, separate fitted kitchen, two double rooms and communal gardens — practical accommodation that rents easily in this area.
For investors the headline is straightforward: strong rental potential of around £950pcm and secure gated parking provide reliable income prospects. The property benefits from a long lease (135 years remaining) and recent double glazing, reducing immediate capital outlay for replacements.
Buyers should note this is a 1967–1975 building with electric storage heating and electric main fuel, which can mean higher running costs than gas-heated homes. Service charges total approximately £1,747.26 per year. The building and fittings reflect their era and present clear refurbishment potential to increase capital value and rental income.
The property sits within a very high crime area classification, which may affect lettability and insurance costs; prospective buyers should factor local market conditions into their decision. Overall, this is a practical, well-located apartment offering steady rental income and scope for value improvement for investors or first-time buyers willing to modernise.