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Cook Street, Birmingham

West Midlands

£125,000

Listed on 09/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
N/A
Type
Terraced
Area
717 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom terraced house in Birmingham's B7 area offers a significant opportunity for renovation and investment. The property features spacious accommodation and a generous rear garden, making it ideal for those looking to create a modern family home or an investment property. While the interior requires full refurbishment, it presents a blank canvas for buyers to customize according to their preferences. The well-proportioned living spaces are complemented by a layout that is conducive to contemporary family living. Located conveniently near local shops, schools, and transport links to Birmingham City Centre, this property is well-positioned for commuters. With substantial potential for improvement, it is an excellent prospect for investors seeking a project.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

37out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom terraced house in Birmingham's B7 area is offered at a guide price of £125,000, which is a compelling opportunity as it sits 9.2% below the local average price per square foot. While the price is attractive, the extensive refurbishment required throughout the property means this is a significant project that will demand careful consideration and substantial investment. The renovation range of £100,000–£150,000 brings the all-in costs to around £250,000, which stretches the economics against local benchmarks for similar properties, indicating a challenging margin for potential value uplift.

Despite these hurdles, the property presents a blank canvas that's ripe for transformation. With generous room sizes and a well-suited layout for modern living, there’s great scope to enhance the interior and create a desirable family home or rental investment. The sizeable rear garden also offers potential for landscaping and outdoor amenities, making it appealing for those looking to add their personal touch and increase the property's value in the long run.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout provides flexibility for modern family living and potential reconfiguration.
  • Generous rear garden allows for landscaping and outdoor enhancements.
  • Opportunity to fully modernise and create a desirable investment property.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£150,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Budget around £250,000 before you finish, with refurbishment in the region of £125,000 — roughly 45% above what comparable floor area achieves locally in current condition; post-works value sits outside our data.

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£472
Based on a loan of £93,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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