Southside, St Johns Walk, B5 4TN

Essence Property are pleased to present this One and a half Bedroomed, 6th floor apartment, in the ever popular Southside development. The apartment consists of; an entrance hallway leading to a single bedroom, currently equipped with double bed over desk, family size bathroom and 2 storage cupboards.

At the end of the hallway, are the master bedroom and lounge, both benefit from full height windows with Juliet balconies. The fully fitted kitchen adjoins the spacious lounge, dining area.

Southside is minutes walk from New St Station & the City Centre. 

Southside Birmingham, also known as the Southside district, has a rich and diverse history.

Early History (18th-19th centuries)
Southside was initially a rural area, with farms and fields surrounding the city of Birmingham. As the city grew, the area became a popular residential district for the wealthy, with large houses and gardens.
Industrialization and Immigration ( Late 19th-Early 20th centuries)

During the Industrial Revolution, Southside underwent significant changes. The area became a hub for manufacturing, with factories and workshops producing goods such as metalwork, jewelry, and textiles. This led to an influx of immigrants, including Irish, Polish, and Indian workers, who settled in the area.
Post-War Development (Mid-20th century)

After World War II, Southside underwent significant redevelopment. Many of the area's historic buildings were demolished to make way for new housing estates, offices, and shops. The construction of the Birmingham Inner Ring Road also had a major impact on the area.

Chinese Quarter and LGBTQ+ Community ( Late 20th century-present)
In the 1960s and 1970s, Southside became a hub for Birmingham's Chinese community, with many Chinese restaurants, shops, and businesses setting up in the area. The area is also home to Birmingham's LGBTQ+ community, with many gay bars, clubs, and venues.


Regeneration and Redevelopment (Present day)
In recent years, Southside has undergone significant regeneration efforts, with many new developments, including apartments, offices, and shops. The area is also home to the Birmingham Hippodrome, one of the UK's most popular theatres.

Today, Southside is a vibrant and diverse area, known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and lively nightlife.
 

Permitted payments and tenant protection information

What reservation fees & rental funds will be asked for before moving in?

Essence Property would take a reservation deposit which covers the taking the property off the market while we commence referencing, this fee will be transferred to your deposit on move in (subject to passed referencing).To secure an apartment we must be in receipt of the reservation fee. Once acceptable references have been received and approved, a date will be agreed for the start of your tenancy. The tenancy agreement must be signed and the initial monies must be paid in full.

- Reservation deposit: Equivalent to one weeks rent
- First month's rent: Payable in advance of move in
- Deposit: Equivalent to five weeks rent, payable on or before the date of move in (must be cleared funds on the date of move in).


As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments.
Permitted payments

For properties in England, the Tenant Fees Act 2019 means that in addition to rent, lettings agents can only charge tenants (or anyone acting on the tenant's behalf) the following permitted payments:

* Holding deposits (a maximum of 1 week's rent);
* Deposits (a maximum deposit of 5 weeks' rent for annual rent below £50,000, or 6 weeks' rent for annual rental of £50,000 and above);
* Payments to change a tenancy agreement eg. change of sharer (capped at £50 or, if higher, any reasonable costs);
* Payments associated with early termination of a tenancy (capped at the landlord's loss or the agent's reasonably incurred costs);
* Where required, utilities (electricity, gas or other fuel, water, sewerage), communication services "telephone, internet, cable/satellite television), TV licence;
* Council tax (payable to the billing authority);
* Interest payments for the late payment of rent (up to 3% above Bank of England's annual percentage rate);
* Reasonable costs for replacement of lost keys or other security devices;
* Contractual damages in the event of the tenant's default of a tenancy agreement; and
* Any other permitted payments under the Tenant Fees Act 2019 and regulations applicable at the relevant time.

For properties in Wales, the Renting Homes (Fees etc.) (Wales) Act 2019 means that in addition to rent, lettings agents can only charge tenants the following permitted payments
*Holding deposits (a maximum of 1 week's rent);
*Security deposits;
*Where required, utilities (electricity, gas or other fuel, water, sewerage), communication services "telephone, internet, cable/satellite television), TV licence;
*Council tax (payable to the billing authority);
*Payments for the late payment of rent (where required under the tenancy agreement);
*A breach of a term of the contract (where required under the tenancy agreement); and
*Any other permitted payments under the Renting Homes (Fees etc.) (Wales) Act and regulations applicable at the relevant time.

Tenant protection
In addition to publishing relevant fees, Essence Property Investment & Management is a member of Property Ombudsman (Property Redress Scheme).