# 3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (B74 4QS) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 21 FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, WEST MIDLANDS B74 4QS | | Price | £700,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1976-1982 | | Floor area | 168 m² | | Last sold | £665,000 May 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 22/12/2034 - **Current heating cost:** £1,433/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £6,125 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - G (£350 - £450) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2573-3945-4202-3194-2204) ## Description This well presented, imposing, deceptively spacious, freehold, detached bungalow, is nestled in a peaceful, centrally located cul-de-sac, just a short stroll from a range of shopping facilities available at ‘The Crown’. The property accordingly offers excellent public transport locally, including access to the Cross City rail line and furthermore is positioned within only a few hundred metres of Sutton Park, with all it’s natural beauty and walkways, together with well regarded schooling for all ages within the area. Complemented by gas central heating and pvc double glazing (both where specified), the property combines style and comfort as either a spacious retirement bungalow or perhaps a well proportioned family home. The property features three good sized bedrooms, the master having an en-suite bathroom, together with a well appointed family bathroom with feature roll top bath. A spacious lounge provides a welcoming reception room, whilst a large dining room seamlessly combines with a garden/sitting area, perfect for relaxation/entertaining. A versatile study, which could also serve as a potential fourth bedroom, adds flexibility to the property. A comprehensively fitted breakfast kitchen is ideal for family meals and indeed there is a separate utility room off, providing additional convenience. Completing the property is a double garage providing ample storage space, furthermore set to the rear is a private lawned garden. To fully appreciate the accommodation on offer and its generous proportions, we highly recommend an internal inspection. A freehold property set in council tax band F. EPC rating - TBC Set back from the roadway behind a multi-vehicular, tarmac driveway having lawn, access is gained to the property via: DEEP CANOPY PORCH: Pvc door with double glazed inset opens to: WELCOMING RECEPTION HALL: Double radiator, wood laminate flooring, large airing cupboard, cloaks cupboard. ATTRACTIVE LOUNGE: 20’9” x 12’ Pvc double glazed window and double glazed double French doors to rear, log effect living flame gas fire set into recess having TV recess above, two double radiators. FITTED BREAKFAST KITCHEN: 20’9” x 10’2” max / 9’2” min Two pvc double glazed windows to front, twin bowl stainless steel sink unit set into sweeping rolled edge work surfaces with matching upstands, there is a comprehensive range of fitted units to both base and wall level including drawers, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher, elevated oven having separate grill, fitted gas hob with extractor canopy over, four space fitted breakfast table, tall contemporary radiator. LOBBY: Pvc double glazed door to side. DINING/GARDEN ROOM: 26’3” x 11’ Wide/deep pvc double glazed window to rear, double glazed patio doors to side, two double radiators, wood laminate flooring. BEDROOM ONE: 16’8” x 11’10” Pvc double glazed window to rear, double radiator. EN-SUITE BATHROOM: Pvc double glazed obscure window to side, matching white suite comprising bath, vanity wash hand basin with double base unit beneath, low flushing wc, enclosed separate shower cubicle, tiling to walls, ladder style radiator. BEDROOM TWO: 14’4” x 11’ Pvc double glazed window to front, double radiator. BEDROOM THREE: 9’6” x 8’ Pvc double glazed window to rear, double radiator. BATHROOM: Pvc double glazed obscure window to side, matching well appointed white suite comprising roll top, claw footed bath, vanity wash hand basin with base unit beneath, low flushing wc, contemporary radiator, tiling to walls and floor. UTILITY ROOM: 9’9” x 8’9” plus recess Single drainer sink unit having base unit beneath, further fitted wall and base units, rolled edge work surfaces, recesses for washing machine, dryer and fridge/freezer, double radiator, natural light tube. SEPARATE WC: Pvc double glazed obscure window to side, white low flushing wc. STUDY/POTENTIAL BEDROOM FOUR: 9’6” x 6’3” Pvc double glazed window to rear, double radiator. DOUBLE GARAGE: 17’6” x 14’10” Remote controlled electric garage door, door to utility. (Please check the suitability of this garage for your own vehicle) OUTSIDE: Paved patio area to a lawned rear garden having shaped pathway to a large shed, timber fencing. ** Please note : Unfortunately, Rightmove automatically remove any hyperlinks added to their site, thus the details of where the information below is available is provided, and not the actual links. These can be copy and pasted in to a browser / search engine ** To check the mobile phone coverage for various networks copy and paste this link into a browser : checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage To check the broadband / internet speeds together with networks for the property copy and paste this link into a browser : checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/broadband-coverage Our vendors are asked to complete a Property Information Questionnaire for the benefit of buyers. This questionnaire provides further information and declares any material facts that may affect your decision to view or purchase the property. This document will be available on request by contacting our offices. Buyer ID legal requirements checks / fees payable. Please click on the tab named “ Paid ID checks for buyers “ contained within the full description tab on Rightmove / see Acres web site tab - Services - Fees and charges, or copy and paste this link into a browser acres.co.uk/services-mh/fees-charges Details of fixtures and fittings included within the sale are contact within the room measurements. The vendors reserve the right to remove any of these items by agreement during negotiation if needed / not wanted. Tenure : Please see the property listing for details. Additionally, further information ( eg length of lease, if applicable ) can be obtained here if applicable / wanted, copy and paste this link into a browser : tinyurl.com/5dvd2hnb Acres Estate Agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixture or services and so cannot verify they are in working order, or fit for their purpose. The buyer is strongly advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor, Surveyor or other qualified party. Additionally, please note all measurements are approximate Very occasionally the EPC may not be available due to reasons beyond our control, the Regulations state that the EPC must be ordered with 7 days of marketing, and presented within 21 days thereafter. For an update on the preparation of the EPC please contact the selling office or regularly monitor our website / portals. Should you require a copy of the full EPC please once more contact the selling office and we will happily forward this to you in PDF format, or by hard copy. Property to sell ? Please contact your local office or email us as we would of course be delighted to assist. ## Property Photos - ![1.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279653) - 1.JPG - ![4.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279654) - 4.JPG - ![5.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279655) - 5.JPG - ![6.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279656) - 6.JPG - ![7.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279657) - 7.JPG - ![8.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279658) - 8.JPG - ![9.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279659) - 9.JPG - ![9a.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279660) - 9a.JPG - ![11.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279661) - 11.JPG - ![dingin new 4.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279662) - dingin new 4.JPG - ![dining new 3.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279663) - dining new 3.JPG - ![dining new 2.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279664) - dining new 2.JPG - ![dining new 1.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279665) - dining new 1.JPG - ![12.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279666) - 12.JPG - ![13.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279667) - 13.JPG - ![new front bed 2.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279668) - new front bed 2.JPG - ![new front bed.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279669) - new front bed.JPG - ![15.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279670) - 15.JPG - ![16.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279671) - 16.JPG - ![17.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279672) - 17.JPG - ![18.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279673) - 18.JPG - ![19.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279674) - 19.JPG - ![20.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279675) - 20.JPG - ![21.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279676) - 21.JPG - ![22.JPG](/listings/photos/156615257/279677) - 22.JPG ## Floorplans - ![21 Farncote Drive fp.jpg](/listings/photos/156615257/279678) - 21 Farncote Drive fp.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/156615257/279679) - EE Rating ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #675350 - **Address:** 21 Farncote Drive, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4QS - **Certificate Issued:** 29/05/2003 - **Work Completed:** 22/04/2003 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 21 FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QS | £665,000 | 28/05/2025 | Detached | | 21 FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QS | £315,000 | 20/03/2013 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 8 FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QS | £513,000 | 06/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 6B FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QS | £975,000 | 08/09/2023 | Detached | | 1B ORCHARD GROVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4AX | £437,500 | 14/04/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 6A FARNCOTE DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QS | £950,000 | 27/02/2023 | Detached | | 4 GROUNDS ROAD, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4SE | £400,000 | 20/02/2023 | Detached | | 14 WELFORD GROVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4BB | £478,000 | 14/12/2022 | Detached | | 16 WELFORD GROVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4BB | £475,000 | 13/12/2022 | Detached | | 3 WOODSIDE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4TY | £740,000 | 16/11/2022 | Detached | | 46 BUTLERS LANE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4SB | £370,000 | 09/08/2022 | Detached | | 87 WALSALL ROAD, FOUR OAKS, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4NH | £500,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 38 KNIGHTON DRIVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4QP | £622,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | 7 ROYAL PARK CLOSE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4RL | £875,000 | 07/04/2022 | Detached | | 32 STREETLY LANE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4TU | £950,000 | 30/03/2022 | Detached | | 80 CLARENCE ROAD, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4AR | £547,000 | 11/02/2022 | Detached | | 12 WELFORD GROVE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4BB | £410,000 | 10/01/2022 | Detached | | 2C BLACKBERRY LANE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4JE | £330,000 | 09/09/2021 | Detached | | 42 CLARENCE ROAD, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4AQ | £500,000 | 15/07/2021 | Detached | | 2B STREETLY LANE, SUTTON COLDFIELD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B74 4TT | £530,000 | 30/06/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £812,667 (3 sales) **Area average:** £544,300 (15 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £880,476 (40 Detached, B74, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -20.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Birmingham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £977/mo - **Realistic:** £1,086/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,195/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Birmingham (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £823/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Bungalow, Sara Close, B74 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 0.33 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Flat, Belwell Gardens, B74 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 0.39 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,550/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.22% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £193,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £155,000 *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 £1,550/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 2.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 37.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,387/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -8.2% *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:** £4,167/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 20% - **10y growth:** 52.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Birmingham; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.6% - **5y growth (index):** 16.2% - **10y growth (index):** 52.7% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)