2-bedroom flat · B18 5BW
Listing removedListed 66 days · slow let
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About
Set within one of the Jewellery Quarter’s characterful historic conversions, this furnished two-bedroom apartment is available to move straight into now.
The Gem Building dates back to 1913 and was originally built as a diamond cutting and polishing works during the height of Birmingham’s jewellery trade.
Today, its industrial heritage lives on through its distinctive architecture and large feature windows, originally designed to provide the craftsmen working inside with exceptional levels of natural light.
Positioned on the top floor, the apartment combines that heritage character with a bright, contemporary interior.
At its heart is a spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, creating an excellent everyday living and entertaining space.
The kitchen is particularly well equipped, with a Smeg integrated oven, separate microwave oven, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer and Hotpoint washer/dryer.
There are two naturally bright bedrooms, making the apartment equally suited to a couple wanting a guest room or home office, or two professional sharers.
A modern bathroom completes the accommodation.
Step outside and you are right in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter, with its independent cafés, restaurants, bars and shops close at hand, alongside excellent transport connections and Birmingham City Centre within walking distance.
Key Features Furnished two-bedroom apartment Top-floor position Historic 1913 Jewellery Quarter conversion Former diamond cutting and polishing works Large feature windows and excellent natural light Spacious open-plan living and dining area Fully equipped kitchen with Smeg oven Integrated dishwasher Large fridge/freezer Washer/dryer Modern bathroom Birmingham City Centre within walking distance Available immediately Please note: The Gem Building is a stairs-only development and does not have a lift TV, toaster, coffee machine, plants, lamps, and bed linen are the property of the previous tenant and are not included.
Bills are not included within the rent. No company lets. Features Fridge Freezer Microwave Oven/Hob Double Bedrooms Mobile signal/coverage: Good. Flooded in the last 5 years: No.
Water source: Direct mains water. Electricity source: National Grid. Sewerage arrangements: Standard UK domestic. Heating Supply: Central heating (electric). Broadband internet type: Adsl copper wire.
Does the property have required access (easements, servitudes, or wayleaves)? Yes. Parking Availability: No.
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