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Oakville Drive, Bournville, Birmingham

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

453 sq ft

42 sq m

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Key features

  • 50% SHARED OWNERSHIP
  • TWO BEDROOMS
  • OPEN PLAN LIVING - KITCHEN
  • ALLOCATED PARKING
  • NO CHAIN
  • GREAT LOCATION
  • COSTS: £85.09 PER WEEK FOR SERVICE CHARGE AND RENT
  • 100% PURCHASE AVAILABLE

Description

NO CHAIN! BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH LEAFY OUTLOOKS – AVAILABLE ON A 50% SHARED OWNERSHIP BASIS. Tucked away within a quiet cul-de-sac on this highly regarded development, close to the prestigious Bournville Village Trust Estate, this stylish first-floor apartment offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, professionals and downsizers alike. Enjoying attractive green views and a peaceful setting, the property combines modern living with superb convenience. The well-presented accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, two generous bedrooms, a contemporary bathroom, spacious open-plan lounge/dining room and a modern fitted kitchen. The apartment further benefits from an allocated parking space, secure entry system and an impressive EPC Rating of B. Ideally situated for Bournville, Northfield and surrounding amenities, the property is conveniently located for the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, University of Birmingham, Northfield Shopping Centre and excellent transport links into Birmingham City Centre. Well-regarded schools and attractive green spaces are also close at hand. Offered for sale with no upward chain, this superb apartment presents an affordable route into home ownership within one of South Birmingham's most desirable residential locations. Early viewing is highly recommended.

Approach - This beautifully presented first-floor two-bedroom apartment is approached via a front parking area and garden, leading to a communal entrance door opening into a well-maintained communal hallway. Stairs rise to the first floor, where a hardwood front door opens into:

Hallway - With a useful storage cupboard providing excellent storage space, two ceiling light points, central heating radiator, telephone intercom system and doors leading to:

Bathroom - 214.27m x 2.24m (703" x 7'04") - Fitted with a panelled bath with hot and cold taps and a Triton electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin with hot and cold taps, and a low-flush WC. The room is tiled to splashback areas and benefits from a frosted double-glazed window to the front aspect, central heating radiator, tiled-effect flooring, ceiling light point and extractor fan.

Bedroom One - 2.97m x 3.66m (9'09" x 12') - Having two double-glazed windows providing pleasant leafy views to the rear aspect, ceiling light point and central heating radiator.

Bedroom Two - 2.77m x 2.13m (9'01" x 7'110") - Having a double-glazed window to the front aspect, ceiling light point and central heating radiator.

Open Plan Living/Dining And Kitchen - 4.55m x 3.63m (14'11" x 11'11" ) - A bright and spacious open-plan living and dining area with a double-glazed window overlooking the rear aspect, ceiling light point, two central heating radiators and an open walkway leading into:

Kicthen - 2.51m x 2.18m (8'03" x 7'02" ) - Fitted with a matching range of wall and base units with roll-edge work surfaces over, incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Integrated oven with four-ring gas hob and stainless steel extractor canopy over, complemented by a stainless steel splashback. There is plumbing and space for a washing machine, space for a fridge freezer, laminate wood-effect flooring, double-glazed window to the front aspect and ceiling light point.

Communal Gardens - The development benefits from attractive communal gardens which wrap around the rear of the building. Predominantly laid to lawn, the gardens feature a mature selection of plants, trees and shrubs to the boundaries, creating a pleasant outdoor environment for residents to enjoy.

Parking - The apartment comes with an allocated parking space

Tenure - We have been informed this property is leasehold with a lease of 99 Years with 85 years remaining. Ground Rent is £57.43 pa and Service charge is £27.66 Weekly charge, totalling approx £85 for both.
Grounds maintenance £4.87
Leaseholder property insurance £0.75
Administration and management fee £3.46
Electric £1.25
Communal cleaning £1.83
Door entry and alarm £0.89
TV aerial £0.34
Communal fire equipment and maintenance £4.32
Third party management fees £6.69
Communal window cleaning £2.88
Under + or over - recovery £0.38

This is all subject to confirmation from a legal representative.

Additional Information - Also the prospective purchaser is required to meet certain eligibility and affordability checks with the housing association Black Country Housing Group.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: B
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Communal
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£402
Property: £ 80,000
Deposit: £ 8,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Rice Chamberlains LLP, Bournville

243 Mary Vale Road, Birmingham, B30 1PN
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For over fifty years, Rice Chamberlains has been an established and trusted presence within the communities we proudly serve. Deeply rooted in the neighbourhoods where we live and work, our approach has always been built on local knowledge, genuine relationships, and an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing.

From our offices in Moseley, Bournville, and Kings Norton, we offer a carefully considered, full-service property experience for sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants alike. We combine an in-depth understanding of the local market with a thoughtful, hands-on approach—ensuring every property is treated individually and every client receives the care, attention, and expertise they deserve.

We believe that property is ultimately about people. That’s why personal service sits at the heart of everything we do. From first conversation to final completion, we take the time to listen, guide, and support you at every step, always striving to achieve the best possible outcome while making the process as smooth and reassuring as possible.

Now more than ever, we champion the value of a knowledgeable local high street agent—one who is present, accountable, and invested in the community. At Rice Chamberlains, people come first, and always have.

We would be delighted to help you move.

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