2-bedroom flat · B1 3LD
To rentReduced £100 (−5.9%) on 21 OctListed 56 days · slow let
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About
DESCRIPTION A modern-build and simply stunning development of individually designed, loft style homes in an exclusive development in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter.
Designed by the RIBA award winning Sjolander da Cruz Architects and inspired by the rich history and architecture of the Jewellery Quarter, being modern with an authentic loft style.
This simply breathtaking DUPLEX apartment is located on the second floor and briefly comprises of a spacious and welcoming entrance hall with ample storage, open plan living/kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area, large double bedroom, modern family bathroom, then stairs leading to a spacious living/work area that could easily be used as a second bedroom area.
Other benefits include secure video intercom entry system, floor to ceiling windows allowing plenty of natural light, and fantastic energy efficiency to create a better living experience, with: increased insulation, triple glazing, energy saving lighting and natural ventilation.
Offered Furnished and finished to a high quality, interior designed standard - for that wow factor, offering the peak of city living. Available October.
Other fantastic features include; - Double height open plan living spaces - Custom designed SieMatic kitchens with 20mm Silestone worktops - Integrated Siemens appliances & Quooker Flex 3 in 1 boiling tap - Duravit sanitaryware - Hansgrohe chrome finish brassware - Large Ideal Combi Futura+ triple glazed windows - Sustainability and energy efficiency with natural ventilation and increased insulation - Pre-oiled Kährs engineered hardwood flooring to living and bedroom areas - Designer industrial style lighting - Velux roof lights - 2 way video/audio access control - Communal Fob Entry - Communal Lift Access AREA Located in the historic Jewellery Quarter, Alben Works enjoys all the benefits of a city centre location - less than a 10-minute walk to Birmingham's Central Business District and under 0.4 miles to the JQ station.
Birmingham has three main stations; New Street, Snow Hill and Moor Street, the former two being the closest to Alben Works, around a 10 minute walk and the new HS2 Curzon St Station due to open 2026 making London only a 45 minute journey.
Birmingham's efficient Metro and bus systems make up excellent public transport links, the Jewellery Quarter metro a little over a five minute walk.
The Jewellery Quarter is only a 15 minute walk from everywhere you want to be in Birmingham, the Bullring & Grand Central, Arena Birmingham…and the network of waterways that run through the JQ mean you can often walk to these places free from traffic.
Tenant Fee Act 1019.
Under latest legislation, permitted tenant payments include: - Rent - Utility bills - Holding deposit equivalent of 1 weeks rent - Changes to an AST during tenancy - Company let fees still apply James Laurence are members of The Property Ombudsman and in partnership with the Money Shield Client Money protection Scheme (CMP).
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Birmingham City Council Property Licensing Selective Licensing Of Other Residential Accommodation (Housing Act 2004 Part 3) The local authority has granted a licence in respect of the above property.
A licence has been granted as it is a property to which Part 3 of the Act applies and is required to be licensed under that Part.
Occupation: This property is licensed for a maximum of 4 people living as 1 households.
Notice: All measurements are approximate, and photographs/images provided for guidance only and may not accurately represent the property.
Agents Note: All material information stated below has been agreed/ confirmed with our client, we would request all information to be verified by the interested applicant with a James Laurence Estate Agent Employee prior to proceeding forward with an application.
Rental Per Month: £1700.00 Deposit Amount To Be Held In The Deposit Protection Service (DPS): £ Equivalent to 5-week's worth of Rent.
Further information regarding the scheme can be found here: Custodial terms and conditions | DPS (depositprotection.com) Length Of Tenancy: 6 months minimum term Local Authority: Birmingham City Council Council Tax Band: C Further Material Information:- Part A Council Tax / Domestic Rates: C Rent: 1700.00 Deposit(s): Equivalent to 5-week's worth of Rent.
Part B Property type: Apartment Property construction: Purpose Built Number and types of room: 1 bedroom, a second without a door Electricity supply: Unknown Water supply: Severn Trent Sewerage: Mains Heating: Gas Broadband: You should make your own enquires into the coverage.
Mobile signal/coverage: You should make your own enquires into the coverage.
Part C Building safety: This property has cladding, as far as we know the current position with the property is:- It's been tested and there are no works required.
You should make enquires about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measure in place. Restrictions: N/a. Rights and easements: N/a.
Flood risk: N/a. Coastal erosion risk: N/a. Planning permission: N/a. Accessibility/adaptations: N/a. Coalfield or mining area: N/a. Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)**:
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