York Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16

A Fantastic First-Time Buy or Investment Opportunity - The Lindens, York Road, Edgbaston!

Situated on the first floor of the Lindens Apartments, just off Rotten Park Road, this one-bedroom apartment presents a brilliant opportunity for first-time buyers or savvy investors looking for a buy-to-let in a popular residential location.

Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the apartment offers an entrance hallway leading into the lounge. The separate kitchen comes equipped with undercounter white goods, providing a practical space for everyday living. The double bedroom benefits from two pine wardrobes which are included in the sale, while the bathroom features a shower fitting over the bath. Double-glazed windows and electric heating service the property throughout, adding to the overall comfort.

While some modernisation is required, this apartment provides a fantastic canvas for any buyer keen to personalise and add value. Externally, the property enjoys well-tended communal gardens and an allocated parking space. The lease was extended in 2023 and now offers a generous 108 years remaining.

Location Highlights

The Lindens enjoys a prime position in a vibrant and well-connected neighbourhood. Within a 2-mile radius, residents can explore the green expanses of Edgbaston Reservoir and Summerfield Park-ideal for weekend walks, jogging, or simply unwinding in nature. Those who enjoy an active lifestyle will also appreciate nearby leisure facilities such as the Edgbaston Sports Complex and Handsworth Park.

Getting around is a breeze, with excellent public transport links via bus routes along the nearby Dudley Road and Hagley Road. Five Ways and Jewellery Quarter train stations are both within easy reach, offering direct connections across Birmingham and beyond. For those commuting by car, there is access to the city's ring road and the M5 motorway.

Birmingham City Centre is just a short journey away, putting the bustling shops of the Bullring, Grand Central, and the thriving business and entertainment hubs all within easy reach. The ever-developing Broad Street and Brindleyplace are also close by, providing a wealth of bars, restaurants, and cultural attractions including the iconic Symphony Hall and The REP.

Viewing comes highly recommended to truly appreciate the potential of this well-located apartment. Don't miss your chance to make it your own!

Council Tax Band: A (Birmingham City Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (108 years)
Ground Rent: £180 per year
Service Charge: £904 per year
Parking options: Residents
Garden details: Communal Garden
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Accessibility measures: Not suitable for wheelchair users


Communal Entrance
Via door to the front or alternatively to rear. There are postal boxes for each apartment and from the communal hall stairs rise to the first floor.

Hall
From communal hall, door opens into the apartments entrance hallway having ceiling light point, electric heater, storage cupboard, cupboard housing the hotwater tank and doors to the lounge, bedroom and bathroom.

Lounge w: 2.95m x l: 3.38m (w: 9' 8" x l: 11' 1")
From the hallway door opens into the lounge having ceiling light point, electric heater, double glazed window to the front aspect and laminate flooring.

Kitchen w: 2.03m x l: 2.54m (w: 6' 8" x l: 8' 4")
Being fitted with a range of wall and base mounted units, roll edge work surfaces, splashback tiling, stainless steel sink and drainer unit, plumbing for a washing machine, cooker space, undercounter space for fridge, tiled effect flooring, ceiling light point and double glazed window to the front aspect.

(The washing machine, cooker and fridge are available for purchasers to include in the negotiations)

Bedroom w: 2.54m x l: 3.1m (w: 8' 4" x l: 10' 2")
Having ceiling light point, double glazed window and laminate flooring.

Bathroom w: 1.65m x l: 2.26m (w: 5' 5" x l: 7' 5")
Fitted with a white suite the bathroom comprises of a panelled bath with shower over, low level flush w.c., wash hand basin, splashback tiling, double glazed window and ceiling light point.

Outside
Communal gardens and the property benefits from having an allocated parking space.

Tenure
We understand the property is leasehold.

The lease was extended in 2023 and now benefits from having 108 years remaining.

The seller has informed of the following:
Service Charge £904 per annum
Ground Rent £180 per annum
The agent has not verified the service charge and ground rent