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NO UPWARD CHAIN | SOUTH-FACING APARTMENT | CITY CENTRE LOCATION | LOW RUNNING COSTS Smithfield House, 22 Belgrave Middleway, Birmingham, B5 7FF Oakmans are pleased to present this well-maintained one-bedroom apartment, ideally positioned within a secure, gated development in Birmingham city centre.
The property offers a rare balance of central convenience and comfortable, quiet living, making it particularly well suited to owner-occupiers, first-time buyers and students.
Location & Lifestyle: Located on Belgrave Middleway, just off the Bristol Road (A38), the apartment enjoys excellent connectivity to Birmingham city centre and surrounding areas.
A wide range of everyday amenities are within easy walking distance, including supermarkets, restaurants and cafés, with Birmingham’s vibrant Chinatown, Digbeth and the Bullring all close by.
Public transport links are highly accessible, with bus services immediately outside the development and Birmingham New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill stations all within convenient reach.
The property is also well positioned for the University of Birmingham, with a walk-and bus commute of approximately 15 minutes, making it an attractive option for students or those supporting university living while retaining the benefits of a central location The Property: Set within a secure development featuring gated access, CCTV, lift access and wellmaintained communal areas, Smithfield House provides a safe and well-managed residential environment.
Internally, the apartment is thoughtfully laid out and well presented, comprising: • A bright and spacious open-plan kitchen and living area, ideal for modern city living • A well-proportioned double bedroom • A contemporary three-piece bathroom suite The apartment is south-facing, allowing for excellent natural light throughout the day.
The living space benefits from windows on multiple aspects, creating a bright, airy feel with good ventilation.
High-quality glazing provides effective sound insulation, ensuring a peaceful living environment despite the central location.
Combined with gas central heating and gas cooking, the property is economical to run with low ongoing costs.
Investment Potential With a long lease of approximately 994 years, low service charges (1353.38), low running costs and strong rental appeal, this property represents an ideal opportunity for both owner-occupiers and investors alike.
Additional Information • Tenure: Leasehold (approximately 994 years remaining) • Service Charge: £1,353.38 per annum • Ground Rent: N/A • Council Tax Band: C • Parking: No allocated or private parking.
Communal parking may be available subject to application and approval via the managing agent.
• Offered with no upward chain Summary This property represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a bright, well-located onebedroom apartment in Birmingham city centre, offering strong lifestyle appeal, practical commuting options and low running costs.
Early viewing is highly recommended For further information or to arrange your viewing, call Oakmans today.
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