Sold STC Terraced

27 SERPENTINE ROAD

BIRMINGHAM, HARBORNE, WEST MIDLANDS B17 9RD

2 beds 1 baths 73 m² Listed 28 Jul 2025 (-370d)

£375,000

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Front Elevation 1 Kitchen 1 Lounge Dining Room 1 Rear Garden 1 Entrance Hall GF WC Kitchen 2 Kitchen 3 Lounge Dining Room 3 Bedroom One 1 Bedroom One 2 Bedroom Two 1 Bedroom Two 2 Bathroom 1 Bathroom 2 Rear Garden 2 Rear Garden 3 Garden Room/Home Office Rear Elevation Front Elevation 2 Lounge Dining Room 2

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

73 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£362,000 Jan 2026

Price per m²

£5,137/m²

Local average

£379,882 (-1.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (28,942 of 33,755)

Street crime

281 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Immaculately Presented Terraced Home in Central Harborne
  • Two Double Bedrooms
  • Driveway and Separate Garage Included
  • Luxurious Garden Room Included
  • Excellent Access to QE Medical Complex and Birmingham University and Train Station
  • Low Maintenance South Westerly Facing Rear Garden
  • Fantastic Local School Catchment
  • EPC Rating - C

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

A beautifully presented two-bedroom terraced home perfectly situated in Central Harborne just off the High Street. This fantastic property offers superbly appointed internal accommodation with the additional benefit of a driveway, garage and south westerly facing rear garden complete with its own luxury garden room. An ideal purchase for first-time buyers looking for a wonderful first home in a highly desirable location.

The property provides double glazing throughout and gas central heating, set back away from the road via a driveway offering off-street parking for one vehicle.
The main entrance door leads into a porch offering great storage, with secondary door greeting you into a welcoming hallway that provides the staircase to the first floor with further storage underneath, and access to a ground floor WC with wall mounted wash hand basin. A modern kitchen comprises white gloss base units with complimentary work surfaces and matching splash-back, with an integrated oven, induction hob and extractor unit, whilst also including a freestanding fridge, freezer and dishwasher. To the rear of the property is a spacious living space offering ample space for both living and dining, with refurbished timber flooring and large sliding patio doors providing plenty of natural light and access out to the rear garden.

The upstairs accommodation provides two generously sized double bedrooms with the main bedroom including a useful utility cupboard that provides plumbing and space for a washing machine and houses the boiler. The family bathroom completes the property and comprises WC, wash hand basin, bath with a separate shower cubicle and electric shower.

Outside is a beautifully designed low maintenance rear garden with a south-west facing aspect. With decking and a stone pathway leading to an artificial lawn area, rear gated access and to the wonderful garden room complete with light, power and wireless internet connection, an ideal home office or study room.

The separate garage is within easy reach and offers excellent additional storage space.

The property is situated on this highly desirable road in central Harborne, located just off the High Street renowned for its high-end retail supermarkets and boutique independent shops. There is also a vast array of well-known and award-winning restaurants and gastro-pubs providing excellent choice of food and drink all within close proximity of your doorstep. Serpentine Road is also well connected for convenient access to Queen Elizabeth Medical Complex, Birmingham University and Birmingham City Centre, with excellent transport links nearby. Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre is situated just around the corner and the area provides a fantastic school catchment, with St Peters, St Mary's, Chad Vale and Edgbaston Blue Coat schools all within a reasonable proximity.
Leisure facilities are provided by the nearby Harborne Pool & Fitness Centre and Harborne Golf Club, with the world renowned Edgbaston cricket ground playing host to international cricket tournaments.

Estate agents operating in the UK are required to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks in compliance with the regulations set forth by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for all property transactions. It is mandatory for both buyers and sellers to successfully complete these checks before any property transaction can proceed. Our estate agency uses Coadjute’s Assured Compliance service to facilitate the AML checks. A fee will be charged for each individual AML check conducted.

Listed by

Harborne

Hunters Property Group Ltd

Reference: 165036104

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 15/10/2025

Expiry date: 14/10/2035

Current heating cost: £437/year

Potential heating cost: £437/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,000

Recommendations

  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 2

Risk: In flood risk area

Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

Floorplans

2D Floorplan

2D Floorplan

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

EE Rating

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #6691036

Property Details

Street: 27 Serpentine Road

Town: Harborne

Postcode: B17 9RD

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows

Certificate Issued: 11/01/2016

Work Completed: 30/06/2009

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #6787389

Property Details

Street: 27 Serpentine Road

Town: Harborne

Postcode: B17 9RD

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 11/01/2016

Work Completed: 18/08/2009

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

52% since 2016

Event Date Price % change
Sold 23/01/2026 (6 months ago) £362,000 +52.4%
Sold 12/02/2016 (10 years ago) £237,500

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
32 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RA £713,200 18/12/2025 Terraced
21 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QX £770,000 28/11/2025 Terraced
37 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QX £525,000 20/11/2025 Terraced
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 46 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £125,000 06/02/2025 Flat
61 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QX £480,000 21/01/2025 Terraced
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 32 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £80,000 01/11/2023 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 2 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £99,950 20/07/2023 Flat
63 RAVENHURST ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9TB £665,000 28/06/2023 Terraced
2 TUDOR TERRACE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9SB £240,000 28/04/2023 Terraced
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 11 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £100,000 22/09/2022 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 50 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £82,000 24/08/2022 Flat
Same street 7 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £660,000 08/08/2022 Semi-detached
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 2 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £112,000 27/05/2022 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 25 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £69,000 09/05/2022 Flat
3 FRANKLEY TERRACE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QR £210,000 11/04/2022 Terraced
49 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QX £765,000 07/04/2022 Terraced
28 EMERSON ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9LT £620,000 05/04/2022 Terraced
42 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RE £427,000 28/02/2022 Terraced
37 LONSDALE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9QX £352,000 16/02/2022 Terraced
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 53 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £57,500 04/02/2022 Flat
6 RAVENHURST ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9SA £360,000 30/11/2021 Terraced
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 51 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £70,000 22/11/2021 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 35 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £52,000 29/10/2021 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 4 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £120,000 15/10/2021 Flat
Same street TIMBERMILL COURT FLAT 16 SERPENTINE ROAD, HARBORNE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B17 9RD £77,500 02/09/2021 Flat

Street average: £131,150 (13 sales)

Area average: £510,600 (12 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 30.1%
10y growth 52.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Birmingham. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 1.3%
5y (index) 17.8%
10y (index) 60.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Birmingham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £981/mo
Realistic £1,090/mo
Optimistic £1,199/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Birmingham.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Birmingham: £748/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop Love Hair... Love Beauty 0.1 miles
Shop Juliano's 0.1 miles
Bus stop Lordswood Rd / War Lane 0.1 miles
Bus stop High St / Serpentine Rd 0.1 miles
Train station University 1.0 miles
Train station Selly Oak 1.5 miles
University University of Birmingham School of Dentistry 1.9 miles
University BIMM University Birmingham 3.3 miles
Hospital Bilston Street Surgery 9.0 miles
Hospital Brian Oliver Centre 9.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 138
Public order 23
Vehicle crime 23
Burglary 20
Other theft 16
Shoplifting 13
Criminal damage and arson 9
Theft from the person 8
Possession of weapons 6
Robbery 6
Anti-social behaviour 5
Drugs 5
Other crime 5
Bicycle theft 4
Total incidents 281

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Harborne Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Outstanding — 13 Jan 2015
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 8 Mar 2023
Queen Alexandra College Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
St Peters CofE Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 19 Dec 2013
Baskerville School Other 0.4 miles Good — 28 Feb 2013

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Terraced House, Tudor Terrace, B17 £950/mo 2 0.13 miles OpenRent
The Place, Harborne £1,450/mo 2 0.48 miles Rightmove
2 Bed Penthouse, Griffin Gardens, B17 £1,200/mo 2 0.63 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,200/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.32%
Max investor price (0.8%) £150,000
Target investor price (1%) £120,000
Gross yield 3.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 26×
Monthly cashflow £-422/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -4.7%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).