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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · B29 5AL
No longer listedListed 397 days
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About
Situated on the edge of Bournville Village Trust, this attractive three-bedroom detached home is well positioned on a sought-after residential road with excellent proportions and scope for further improvement.
The property retains a number of character features and benefits from generous proportions throughout.
On the ground floor, the property is approached through a welcoming hallway leading to a bright front reception room with a feature bay window.
To the rear, a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area has been created through a thoughtfully designed extension, complete with skylights and patio doors that allow in plenty of natural light and provide direct access to the garden.
This versatile space also incorporates a comfortable second living area with an Inglenook fireplace, offering a charming focal point, while a useful pantry cupboard adds to the practicality of the kitchen.
Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, including two well-sized doubles each with bay windows, and a third room ideal for use as a study or single bedroom.
The accommodation is completed by a family bathroom.
The property is set back from the road behind a lawned frontage with hedge borders, while to the rear there is a good-sized garden with mature trees, a patio seating area, and lawn.
In addition, a garage is located at the rear and can be accessed via a shared driveway to the side of number 57, with access arrangements also in place for neighbouring properties.
This area is famed for its wonderful parkland, with the property looking out toward the local Weoley Hill Cricket Park and with another park and play area right on the doorstep.
Situated in a convenient location, the property offers easy access to local schools, transport links, and the excellent range of shops, cafés, and amenities available in Selly Oak and the surrounding areas.
this leafy part of Selly Oak is a vibrant and well-connected area of Birmingham, popular with families and professionals alike.
The property is ideally placed for access to a wide range of local amenities, including supermarkets, shops, cafés, and restaurants, with Selly Oak Shopping Park offering an excellent choice of retail outlets just a short distance away.
For those with children, the area is well served by a number of reputable schools, while nearby parks and green spaces provide opportunities for outdoor leisure.
Transport links are excellent, with Selly Oak train station offering direct services into Birmingham city centre and beyond, and regular bus routes providing convenient travel across the city.
The property is also within easy reach of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the University of Birmingham, both of which are major employers in the area.
With its combination of local convenience, strong transport connections, and access to key institutions, Selly Oak remains a highly practical and appealing location.
Value & comps
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About Shenley Fields Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 5AL
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