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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · B3 2LX
For saleReduced £25k (−20%) on 25 OctListed 484 days
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DESCRIPTION A unique eighth floor, 474 Sq. Ft., light and spacious one bedroom apartment is offered with no upward chain and is ideal for first time buyer or an investor.
The apartment is situated in the modern conversion, Devonshire House.
Located within close proximity of Grand Central and Snow Hill Station and offering a double bedroom, open plan kitchen diner/lounge, bathroom and storage cupboard.
LOCATION From Michelin-starred fine dining to local eateries and major entertainment hubs to independent stores, the nearby business district is also home to global employers.
Ranked as having the highest quality of life outside London, Birmingham is a young and vibrant city on the rise.
Snow Hill Station is within easy walking distance as well as major transport hubs at New Street and the forthcoming Curzon Street HS2 Station.
The forthcoming new HS2 railway station will provide fantastic opportunities for residents to thrive in Britain's second city.
High speed rail links to London, Leeds and Manchester will open up the area to countless possibilities for those living and working in Birmingham.
Birmingham's waterways are a calm, pleasant starting point for a stroll into the city centre.
Heading south-east, the canal path takes you towards the Mailbox complex, with its prime shopping and dining experiences and on to Brindley Place - housing the Ikon Gallery, Crescent Theatre and numerous places to eat, drink and shop.
JAMES LAURENCE ESTATE AGENTS MATERIAL INFORMATION Agents Note: We have not tested any of the electrical, central heating or sanitary ware appliances.
Purchasers should make their own investigations as to the workings of the relevant items. Floor plans are for identification purposes only and not to scale.
All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales particulars are approximate.
All material information stated below has been provided by our client, but we would request all information to be verified by the purchaser's chosen solicitor.
Fixtures and Fittings: All those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are deemed to be included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded.
However, we would always advise that this is confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer. Tenure: Leasehold Services: All mains' services are connected to the property.
Local Authority: Birmingham City Council Council Tax Band: C Service Charge: TBC Per Annum. Ground Rent: £228.15 Per Annum Ground Rent Review Period: TBC Length of Lease: 238Years Remaining.
To complete our comprehensive service, James Laurence Estate Agents is pleased to offer the following:- Free Valuation: Please contact the office on to make an appointment.
Residential Lettings and Management: If you are interested in letting out your property or are considering renting a property, please contact our office to find out further information.
Conveyancing: Very competitively priced rates agreed with our panel of local experienced and respected Solicitors. Please contact this office for further details.
Financial Services: James Laurence Estate Agents work with an independent Mortgage Service offering face to face mortgage advice to suit your needs.
Please contact the office on to make a free appointment.
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