287 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST
BIRMINGHAM, ACOCKS GREEN, WEST MIDLANDS B27 7BJ
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
95 m²
Council tax band
B
EPC rating
D
Year built
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Last sold
£235,000 Mar 2025
Price per m²
£2,526/m²
Local average
£262,873 (-8.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,930 of 33,755)
Street crime
441 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- An Extended Semi Detached Property
- In Need Of Internal Refurbishment
- Three Bedrooms
- No Upward Chain
- Living Room
- Extended Living/Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Guest WC
- Family Bathroom
- Rear Garden & Off-Road Parking
Additional details
- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Private garden
Description
The property is set back from the road behind a tarmacadam driveway extending to gated side access through to the rear garden and storm porch with wooden single glazed front door leading into:Entrance Hall
With obscure UPVC double glazed window to the side, stairs leading off to the first floor, radiator and door to:Guest WC
Having an obscure double glazed window to the side, low level flush toilet and wash hand basin, cupboard housing the electric consumer boardLounge to Front - 3.28m x 3.25m (10'9" x 10'8")
Having a single glazed hardwood framed bay window to the front elevation, radiator, tiled fireplace and tiled hearth, corniced coving and electric power pointsExtended Lounge Diner to Rear - 7.06m x 4.32m (23'2" x 14'2")
Having an under-stairs storage cupboard housing the Worcester Bosch central heating boiler, laminate flooring, brick built fireplace with wooden plinth over, wall lighting, two ceiling light points, two radiators, UPVC double glazed aluminium sliding patio doors to the rear garden and door through toKitchen - 4.93m x 1.73m (16'2" x 5'8")
Requiring refurbishment and currently having a range of wall, drawer and base units with laminate work surface over, stainless steel sink and drainer unit, tiling to floor, radiator, ceiling light, obscure single glazed window to the side elevation and single glazed door to rear garden with matching window to sideAccommodation On The First Floor
Landing
Having an obscure double glazed window to the side elevation, over-stairs storage cupboard and doors off to:Bedroom One to Rear - 4.57m x 2.97m (15'0" x 9'9")
Having a double glazed window to the rear elevation, ceiling light point and central heating radiator Bedroom Two to Front - 3.43m x 2.87m (11'3" x 9'5")
Have a UPVC duple glazed window to the front elevation, wood effect laminate flooring and radiatorBedroom Three to Front - 2.44m x 2.26m (8'0" x 7'5")
Having a double glazed window to the front elevation with secondary glazing, wood effect laminate flooring and radiatorBathroom - 2.06m x 2.03m (6'9" x 6'8")
Having a white three piece suite comprising panelled bath with electric Triton shower over, low level flush toilet and pedestal wash hand basin, chrome ladder radiator, tiling to walled areas, tiling to floor, extractor, ceiling light and a UPVC double glazed obscure window to the rear elevation Rear Garden
Being mainly laid to lawn with block paved patio area, centralised pathway leading to rear, timber framed shed, gated side access, hedgerow borders and fencingTenure
We are advised by the vendor that the property is freehold, but are awaiting confirmation from the vendor's solicitor. We would advise all interested parties to obtain verification through their own solicitor or legal representative. EPC supplied by vendor. Current council tax band – BProperty Mis-Descriptions Act:
SMART HOMES have not tested any equipment, fixtures, fittings or services mentioned and do not by these Particulars or otherwise verify or warrant that they are in working order. All measurements listed are given as an approximate guide and must be carefully checked by and verified by any Prospective Purchaser. These particulars form no part of any sale contract. Any Prospective Purchaser should obtain verification of all legal and factual matters and information from their Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Surveyors as appropriate.
Listed by
Shirley
Smart Homes
Reference: 156794522
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 16/10/2015
Expiry date: 15/10/2025 (expired)
Current heating cost: £781/year
Potential heating cost: £481/year
Recommendations
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (14,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (1,200)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (45)
- Solar water heating (6,000)
- Replacement glazing units (1,400)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 2
Risk: In flood risk area
Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)
Price history
37% since 2015
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 28/03/2025 (1 year ago) | £235,000 | +37.4% |
| Sold | 21/12/2015 (10 years ago) | £171,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 SHIRLEY ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7NB | £310,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 127 CIRCULAR ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BZ | £259,000 | 18/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 135 CIRCULAR ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BZ | £198,500 | 31/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 255 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BH | £350,000 | 21/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 8 ANSON GROVE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7DS | £240,000 | 04/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 307 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7DT | £156,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 330 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7DR | £250,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 220 DOLPHIN LANE, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BL | £220,000 | 15/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 31 STARCROSS ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BP | £200,000 | 25/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 226 POOL FARM ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7EU | £215,000 | 21/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 295 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BJ | £290,000 | 20/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 23 BOTTEVILLE ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7YE | £405,000 | 25/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 52 THORNFIELD ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7EB | £225,000 | 06/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 24 WILDFELL ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7DY | £208,000 | 16/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 271 OLTON BOULEVARD EAST, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BJ | £205,000 | 15/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 1 BOTTEVILLE GARDENS, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BF | £265,000 | 30/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 5 WILDFELL ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7DU | £172,500 | 28/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 92 CIRCULAR ROAD, ACOCKS GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS, B27 7BZ | £203,000 | 26/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £247,500 (2 sales)
Area average: £242,313 (16 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Birmingham. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Birmingham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Birmingham.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Birmingham: £823/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Olton Boulevard East / Dolphin Lane | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | The Clip Bar | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | World Wide Travel Agent | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Acocks Green | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | Olton | 0.7 miles |
| University | BIMM University Birmingham | 3.6 miles |
| Hospital | Brian Oliver Centre | 3.7 miles |
| University | University of Birmingham School of Dentistry | 4.0 miles |
| Hospital | Alexandra Hospital | 11.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 213 |
| Public order | 34 |
| Vehicle crime | 34 |
| Burglary | 33 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 26 |
| Other theft | 23 |
| Shoplifting | 20 |
| Robbery | 17 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 11 |
| Other crime | 11 |
| Drugs | 9 |
| Possession of weapons | 6 |
| Theft from the person | 4 |
| Total incidents | 441 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School | Secondary | 0.1 miles | Good — 2 Jul 2018 |
| The Oaklands Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 30 Nov 2018 |
| Holy Souls Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Oct 2023 |
| Acocks Green Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 16 Sep 2024 |
| Kineton Green Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 27 May 2016 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 3-bedroom count for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).