# 1 bedroom apartment for sale (B16 9RJ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 37, MOUNTBATTEN HOUSE, 29, WYNDHAM ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS B16 9RJ |
| Price | £105,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 47 m² |
| Last sold | £85,000 Apr 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 15/12/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £487/year

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/5612-9135-0002-0392-7196)

## Description

**** **** This spacious flat is ideally situated in the desirable area of Edgbaston, offering a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to downsize.

The property features a spacious double bedroom, providing a peaceful retreat with ample room for storage and furnishings. The lounge/diner is light and airy, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests, with space for both seating and dining areas. The kitchen is practical and well laid out, equipped to meet everyday needs, while the bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite, offering both functionality and comfort.

Located close to a range of local amenities, including shops, restaurants, and excellent transport links, this flat combines practicality with a sought-after location. It is an excellent opportunity for those looking to live or invest in a vibrant and well-connected part of Birmingham.

ROOM SIZES:

Hallway

Store

Kitchen: 9' 10" x 6' 0" (3m x 1.83m)

Lounge/Diner: 15' 5" x 10' 5" (4.7m x 3.18m)

Bedroom: 15' 5" x 8' 10" (4.7m x 2.69m)

Bathroom: 6' 7" x 6' 2" (2.01m x 1.88m)

LEASEHOLD INFORMATION:

Service Charge - £2,451 pa

Ground Rent - £10 pa

Lease Length - 125 years from 25 March 1988

Lease, ground rent and service charge details have been provided by the seller and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Should you proceed with the purchase of this property, these details must be verified by your Solicitor.

 

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/164544464/1324539) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| MOUNTBATTEN HOUSE, 29 FLAT 37 WYNDHAM ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9RJ | £85,000 | 14/04/2026 | Flat |
| MOUNTBATTEN HOUSE, 29 FLAT 37 WYNDHAM ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9RJ | £75,000 | 06/04/2005 | Flat |
| MOUNTBATTEN HOUSE, 29 FLAT 37 WYNDHAM ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9RJ | £42,500 | 02/05/2000 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| HAGLEY COURT, 207A FLAT 1 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9RE | £175,000 | 04/08/2023 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT B1 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NS | £275,000 | 04/08/2022 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT E4 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NU | £190,000 | 30/06/2022 | Flat |
| 22 FLAT 1 STIRLING ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9BG | £249,999 | 29/06/2022 | Flat |
| 22 FLAT 2 STIRLING ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9BG | £249,999 | 29/06/2022 | Flat |
| MOUNTBATTEN HOUSE, 29 FLAT 38 WYNDHAM ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9RJ | £90,000 | 07/06/2022 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT D5 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NU | £249,000 | 30/03/2022 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT E2 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NU | £172,000 | 17/12/2021 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT D9 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NU | £215,000 | 10/12/2021 | Flat |
| KENILWORTH COURT FLAT D9 HAGLEY ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B16 9NU | £215,000 | 10/12/2021 | Flat |

**Area average:** £208,100 (10 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £126,465 (27 Flat, B16, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -17%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Birmingham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £979/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,088/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,197/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £499/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Birming Center, B16 | £949/mo | 1 | 0.59 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £949/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.9% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £94,900

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £949/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 10.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 9.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £416/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 16.4%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,234/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -29.9%
- **10y growth:** -18.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Birmingham; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 5%
- **10y growth (index):** 36.2%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 2
- **Risk:** In flood risk area
- **Source:** Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)