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** PENTHOUSE ** ** PRIVATE BALCONY ** ** NO CHAIN ** ** MAILBOX ** ** UNDERGROUND PARKING ** ** IMMACULATE CONDITION ** ** SKYLINE VIEWS ** ** NO CLADDING ISSUES ** Luxurious Penthouse Apartment at Canal Wharf, Birmingham Canal Wharf, 14 Waterfront Walk, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 1SR.
This exceptional top-floor penthouse at Canal Wharf represents one of the most prestigious and sought-after residences in Birmingham city center.
Perfectly positioned near The Mailbox and along the picturesque Birmingham canal, this stunning apartment offers an unrivaled combination of style, convenience, and security.
This penthouse is a rare opportunity to own a luxurious, secure, and beautifully designed home in one of Birmingham’s most desirable developments, offering a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and sophistication.
The waterfront walk behind the Mailbox — the stretch along the Worcester and Birmingham Canal between Gas Street Basin and Salvage Turn — is actually the result of over 200 years of layered redevelopment rather than one single urban project.
After the closure of the Royal Mail sorting office in 1998, the site was acquired for major mixed-use redevelopment and transformed into what is now the The Mailbox.
Between 1998 and 2001, the former industrial building was stripped back to its structural frame and converted into a retail, office, hotel and residential complex.
A key part of this regeneration was the opening up of the canal-facing rear of the site, which had previously functioned as a service yard.
New pedestrian routes and bridges were introduced to connect the development directly to the Worcester & Birmingham Canal towpath and nearby Gas Street Basin, creating continuous public access along the waterfront for the first time in the modern era.
In the 2010s, the adjacent The Cube development further enhanced this canal-side environment.
It introduced additional active frontages such as restaurants, improved lighting, landscaping, and public realm works, helping to extend the leisure-focused character of the Mailbox onto the towpath itself.
Since then, increased residential and commercial use along the canal has reinforced the waterfront walk’s role as a well-used pedestrian route and city-centre leisure space, replacing its former back-of-house and industrial functions with an integrated public promenade.
Prime City-Center Location: Canal Wharf is at the heart of the action: a short stroll will take you to Brindley Place and Colmore Row, the vibrant hubs of Birmingham’s business district.
Just along the canal lies the trendy Jewellery Quarter, home to boutique shops, bars, and restaurants.
Residents are also only minutes from New Street and Snow Hill train stations, with excellent bus connections including routes 8, 11, 16, and 74.
The Bullring Shopping Centre, one of Europe’s largest, is also within easy walking distance.
Secure, Modern Living: The building has undergone full cladding replacement, earning an ESW1 rating—ensuring mortgage accessibility for buyers.
Canal Wharf benefits from a 24-hour concierge, on-site security team, CCTV, and advanced facial recognition access, ensuring peace of mind for all residents.
Communal areas are meticulously maintained, and a lift provides easy access to the penthouse.
Interior Features: Step inside to discover a beautifully designed, open-plan lounge and bespoke kitchen with integrated appliances.
The apartment boasts: Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, flooding the space with natural light Space for a large dining area and a dedicated home office Designer flooring and high-quality finishes Spacious hallway with ample storage Generously sized bedroom with built-in storage Stylish, modern bathroom in excellent condition Exceptional Balcony & Views: The penthouse’s private balcony is a true standout feature.
Positioned on the top floor, it enjoys maximum sunlight and total privacy, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Birmingham’s skyline, including the University of Birmingham Library, The Mailbox, and The Octagon.
The balcony is ideal for: Relaxing or working from home Entertaining friends with BBQs or alfresco dining Experiencing the city at all times of day—from the morning bustle to evening city lights Additional Benefits: Allocated secure underground parking Excellent transport links and proximity to employment opportunities Generous lease length, ensuring long-term investment security This property is perfect for first time buyers, young professionals, down-sizers or investors.
The property an excellent investment as it is forecasted to benefit from significant capital growth due to the construction of HS2, the high speed rail network from Birmingham to London, with Canal Wharf in close proximity.
Lease - 130 years Service Charge - 2,628 Ground Rent - 250 Call Oakmans today to arrange a viewing.
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