3-bedroom house · B29 4JS
For saleReduced £10k (−2.5%) on 18 SepListed 102 days
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A well presented semi detached home within a desirable Bournville Village Trust Location, improved by the current owners and providing two reception rooms, contemporary kitchen, three bedrooms plus additional downstairs shower room & WC.
Viewing recommended to appreciate. Potential to extend.
Ep Rating C Location Founded in 1900 by George Cadbury the very well thought of Bournville Village Trust Estate is renowned for its sought-after schools, delightful parks and gardens and other local amenities.
Birmingham University, Cadbury Works at Bournville and various local hospitals including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Selly Oak and Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Northfield are all readily accessible and railway stations in Bournville, Selly Oak and Northfield provide easy access to Birmingham City centre.
Management Charge - The property falls within the Bournville Village Trust Scheme of Management and a Management Charge of £117.30 per annum (2026/2027) is payable.
Further information relating to Bournville Village Trust can be found via their website Summary * A semi detached home which has been improved by the current sellers to provide an attractive proposition close to highly regarded local schools and green space, yet still within easy access of the train station and city centre.
Potential to extend (subject to local authority & bvt consents) * The property is entered via a porch into the hallway which has understairs storage * Lounge with bay to front and coal effect electric fire * Dining room which enjoys views over the rear garden * Contemporary style kitchen with multi colour units, electric oven and grill, five ring gas burning stove with angled cooker hood, under mount sink unit with hose tap and space for American style fridge freezer * Three bedrooms with fitted wardrobes to bedroom two, over stairs storage cupboard to bedroom three * The loft space has been boarded, carpeted and also has a roof light however, cannot be classed as a habitable room due to building regulations * Good block paved driveway with raised lawn to side and gate providing access to the rear * Garage with doors to front and the added feature of a downstairs shower room comprising: Enclosed shower cubicle with electric shower, low level WC and wash and basin on vanity unit * Rear garden with patio area, outside tap, raised flower beds flanked by railway sleepers, steps up to the pathway with lawn to both side, shed to the rear and fenced boundaries General information Tenure: The Agent understands the property is Freehold Birmingham council tax band D The consumer protection regulations These details are for guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
If there is any point which is of particular importance, verification should be obtained before viewing.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixture or fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are connected, in working order or fit for the purpose intended.
Items in photographs are not necessarily included. All measurements are approximate. These details do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
The Agent has not checked legal documents to verify the Freehold/Leasehold status of the property or that necessary planning permissions have been obtained.
Interested parties are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.
Money laundering regulations Under government regulations we are required to carry out prescribed identity checks on all purchasers and also obtain precise details of funding for their purchase.
This must be done before agreeing a sale. We will carry out these checks, electronically and as soon as you make an acceptable offer on a property.
There is a charge of £36 for one person and £54 for two or more. Prices are inclusive of VAT and are non-refundable.
Floor plans Where shown, the plan is for illustration purposes only and is not to scale.
The floor area shown is taken from the EPC calculations and is therefore approximate and will include only habitable areas.
Property information questionnaire A copy of the Property Information Questionnaire is available about this property at our office.
This has been completed by the Seller to provide comprehensive information about the property which will be of relevance to any intending Purchaser.
Fixtures and fittings Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other items are excluded.
General advice All interested parties should check availability and explore the situation of a property on Google Earth/ Google Street Maps Street View before viewing. Viewings are via the Agents.
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Value & comps
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About 26, Swarthmore Road, Selly Oak
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