Summary - 162 HALES LANE SMETHWICK B67 6QY
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Low-entry freehold project with garage and garden, ideal for investors or developers.
Vacant freehold property — vacant possession on completion
Three bedrooms plus box room; two reception rooms and kitchen
Driveway, single garage and decent rear garden included
Gas central heating and double glazing present
Requires comprehensive refurbishment; dated and neglected condition
Possible roof works and external repairs required
Sold at public auction; may suit development subject to planning
Located in a very deprived area; average crime levels noted
This vacant freehold semi‑detached house at 162 Hales Lane is a low‑entry opportunity for a developer or investor prepared to refurbish. The property includes two reception rooms, a kitchen, three bedrooms (one box room), bathroom, driveway, garage and a decent-sized rear garden. Heating is gas central and double glazing is present, but the home requires comprehensive renovation and some external repairs.
The exterior shows signs of neglect: overgrown gardens, dated windows and a sloped roof that may need re-roofing. Internally the accommodation is traditional 20th‑century layout with standard ceiling heights and medium‑sized rooms — suitable for redesign or subdivision, subject to planning consent. The lot is sold at public auction (vacant possession on completion) and may suit development, subject to obtaining necessary consents.
Location strengths include fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and proximity to several well-rated primary and secondary schools. The property sits in an urban cultural mix within a major conurbation; local area classification notes significant Pakistani communities. Be aware the neighbourhood is in a very deprived area with average crime levels, which affects rental demand and resale prospects.
This is a clear renovation project: useful for cash buyers, builders or investors seeking value-add, but not suitable for buyers needing a move-in ready home. Review the legal pack, energy performance information and survey thoroughly before bidding at auction.
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