Sorrento Court, Moseley
By Rice Chamberlains LLP
£ 80,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Rice Chamberlains LLP says ..
**ONE BEDROOM RETIREMENT APARTMENT IN THE HEART OF MOSELEY WITH NO CHAIN!! ** We are delighted to offer to the market this one bedroom second floor retirement apartment in the popular Sorrento Court development close to Moseley Village. The development was originally built by McCarthy Stone devel...
Property Oracle says ..
The property is a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment with a floor area of 530 sqft, listed at £80,000. The apartment is situated in Moseley, Birmingham, which is generally considered a desirable area. The proximity to several well-regarded schools, such as Moseley Church of England Primary School (Outstanding Ofsted rating) and St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School (Good Ofsted rating), adds to its appeal for families. Furthermore, several train stations are within a reasonable distance, providing convenient access to public transportation. However, the images reveal that the property is in need of some modernisation. The décor appears dated, and the carpets show signs of wear. The kitchen and bathroom, while functional, also look dated and could benefit from an upgrade. The lack of a garden or outdoor space is a notable drawback, especially considering the average property size in the area. Considering the average property price in Moseley is £400,449 and the average price per sqft is £354, the list price of £80,000 for this 530 sqft apartment seems significantly below the market average. However, this low price is likely a reflection of the property’s condition and the lack of outdoor space. A potential buyer should factor in the cost of renovations and modernisation to reach a fair market value. In summary, while the location and proximity to amenities are positive aspects, the property’s condition and the absence of a garden significantly detract from its overall value. The price, while low, accurately reflects the need for significant investment in renovation.
Therefore, we give this property 4 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 3
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 530.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 360,833.00 £Decreased by 13.57 %
- Est sale value
- 186,030.00 £Decreased by 9.07 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,178.00 £/moIncreased by 8.17 %
- Est letting value
- 530.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.92 %Increased by 25.24 %
- Crime Rate
- 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.38 KM |
| Moseley Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Outstanding | 0.43 KM |
| Green Oak Academy | Other Independent School | Good | 0.78 KM |
| Anderton Park Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.98 KM |
| Park Hill Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.06 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Court | £ 476,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Laburnum Grove | £ 375,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queenswood Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Church Avenue | £ 425,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Leighton Road | £ 305,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bordesley | 4513 | BBS | 3.07 KM |
| Small Heath | 4530 | SMA | 3.19 KM |
| Yardley Wood | 4537 | YRD | 3.88 KM |
| Hall Green | 4521 | HLG | 3.97 KM |
| Birmingham Moor Street | 4515 | BMO | 4.06 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrento Court, Moseley | £ 80,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Flat , Warwick Court, Wake Green Road, Birmingham | £ 150,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Trinity Court, Moseley | £ 210,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Millmead Lodge, Moseley | £ 125,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Wake Green Road, Birmingham | £ 170,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.07 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 26a Wake Green Road | £ 640,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 31 Wake Green Road | £ 510,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 33 Wake Green Road | £ 727,500 | 0.08 KM |
| 29 Wake Green Road | £ 550,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 139 Anderton Park Road | £ 294,000 | 0.09 KM |