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Baltimore Road, Birmingham, B42 1QL

West Midlands

£240,000

Listed on 23/08/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
828 sqft

Description

Discover this well-loved semi-detached home in Great Barr, ideal for family living and offering ample space both indoors and out. The property features a three-car driveway alongside a garage at the rear, leading to a generous garden that promises outdoor enjoyment. Inside, you'll find a welcoming hallway that leads to a spacious front reception room, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This flows seamlessly into the dining area, enhancing family interactions during mealtimes. The kitchen diner is fully equipped with modern amenities including a six-ring burner and integrated dishwasher, providing plenty of room for culinary activities. A practical utility room further complements the kitchen, accommodating your American fridge freezer and laundry appliances while keeping your main cooking area tidy. Upstairs, there are two sizeable double bedrooms and an additional third bedroom above the extension—offering more usable space than typical properties of this age. The family bathroom is fitted with an over-bath shower for convenience. Outside, enjoy the small patio area leading into an extensive garden dotted with mature plants and trees. The garage at the back provides useful storage or potential for vehicle access without entering through the home. Located close to Dorrington Academy, this property benefits from being in a sought-after area with easy access to green spaces and efficient transport links. With no onward chain, this home offers flexibility whether you're aiming to live in or invest. It’s an opportunity not to miss—bring your vision of cosmetic updates to make it truly yours.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

42out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This semi-detached house offers a functional layout with three bedrooms and a generous garden, making it a suitable option for families. The living spaces flow well from the front reception room through to the dining area and into the kitchen, which is adequately equipped for family cooking and entertaining. The utility room adds practicality, helping to keep the main kitchen area tidy and organized. However, the overall opportunity is limited, as the asking price of £240,000 is above the local average, which diminishes the potential for value creation through renovation.

While the house has solid fundamentals such as a decent floor area and a garage for extra storage, the renovation economics remain unclear due to insufficient data, which hampers the ability to estimate future value accurately. The local market has seen a decline in growth, and the current asking price may not align well with what buyers are willing to pay in this area. Therefore, while there are some appealing features in this home, prospective buyers should weigh the cost against local market conditions carefully.

Key opportunities

  • Three good-sized bedrooms, suitable for family living.
  • Generous garden space with potential for landscaping.
  • Functional kitchen and utility room layout that supports family needs.

Key risks

  • Asking price exceeds local average value, impacting investment potential.
  • Unclear renovation economics due to missing data.
  • Negative growth in the local housing market may affect future resale value.

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Location

Baltimore Road, Birmingham, B42 1QL
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£907
Based on a loan of £180,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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