Sold STC Semi-detached

78 FENTHAM ROAD

SOLIHULL, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, WEST MIDLANDS B92 0AY

2 beds 1 baths 90 m² Listed 12 May 2025 (-446d)

£325,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

90 m²

Council tax band

D

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£315,000 Jan 2026

Price per m²

£3,611/m²

Local average

£338,251 (-3.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (28,519 of 33,755)

Street crime

12 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Characterful Cottage
  • Lounge/Diner with Log Burner
  • Breakfast Kitchen
  • Utility/WC
  • Double Bedroom
  • Spacious 4 Piece Family Bathroom
  • Dressing Room/Nursery with Further Double Bedroom Attached
  • Courtyard to Front of Property
  • Parking for 2 Cars
  • Village Location

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Restrictions
Yes
Rights of way
Yes
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

Nestled in the heart of Hampton-in-Arden, this delightful semi-detached cottage on Fentham Road offers a perfect blend of character and modern living. It is presented to the market with no upward chain, making it an ideal choice for those looking to move in without delay.

Details - Upon entering, you are welcomed into a cosy lounge and dining area, adorned with charming ceiling beams and a warming log burner, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and entertaining. The recently renovated kitchen is a true highlight, featuring a stylish array of units, a Belfast sink, and high-quality appliances including a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and a range-style cooker. A convenient breakfast bar area adds to the functionality of this space, while a door leads to a practical WC and utility room.

The first floor boasts a generously sized double bedroom complete with fitted wardrobes, alongside an exceptionally spacious four-piece family bathroom, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Ascending to the top floor, you will find a versatile room that can serve as a dressing room or nursery, leading to an additional double bedroom, ideal for guests or family.

Outside - Outside, the property offers parking for two vehicles and features a quaint courtyard at the entrance, perfect for placing a small bistro table and chairs to enjoy the fresh air. It is worth noting that number 76 has right of access via the courtyard to their property, ensuring a sense of community.

Location - Boasting central village location in Hampton in Arden this home is within walking distance to the local stores, a reputable primary school and a railway station linking Birmingham New Street with Birmingham International and London Euston. Solihull town centre is a short drive away which offers a wider range of facilities to include shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.

Viewings - Viewings: At short notice with DM & Co. Homes on or by email .

General Information - Planning Permission & Building Regulations: It is the responsibility of Purchasers to verify if any planning permission and building regulations were obtained and adhered to for any works carried out to the property.

Tenure: Freehold.

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Flood Risk Rating - High/Low/Very Low?: No risk.

Conservation Area?: Yes, the property falls under the Hampton in Arden conservation area.

Services: All mains services are connected to the property. However, it is advised that you confirm this at point of offer.

Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.

Council Tax Band: D.

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For further information, please contact our Sales Team.

Listed by

Solihull

Dominic Murphy & Co Real Estate Ltd

Reference: 161825333

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 01/12/2020

Expiry date: 30/11/2030

Current heating cost: £922/year

Potential heating cost: £505/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,600

Recommendations

  • Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #884975

Property Details

Street: 78 Fentham Road

Town: Hampton-in-Arden

Postcode: B92 0AY

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 08/08/2003

Work Completed: 13/06/2003

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

271% since 1996

Event Date Price % change
Sold 30/01/2026 (6 months ago) £315,000 +12.5%
Sold 22/02/2021 (5 years ago) £280,000 +6.5%
Sold 17/08/2006 (19 years ago) £263,000 +209.4%
Sold 20/12/1996 (29 years ago) £85,000

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
Same street 51 FENTHAM ROAD, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AY £550,000 24/08/2023 Detached
Same street 71 FENTHAM ROAD, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AY £390,000 10/08/2023 Terraced
Same street 53 FENTHAM ROAD, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AY £485,000 19/04/2023 Detached
Same street 53 FENTHAM ROAD, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AY £485,000 19/04/2023 Detached
1 MEADOW DRIVE, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0BD £400,000 21/11/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 65 FENTHAM ROAD, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AY £340,000 24/08/2022 Terraced
25 PEEL CLOSE, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AL £435,000 24/06/2022 Semi-detached
10 PEEL CLOSE, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AL £595,000 19/05/2022 Semi-detached
37 MARSH LANE, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AJ £385,000 21/02/2022 Semi-detached
37 MARSH LANE, HAMPTON IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS, B92 0AJ £360,000 17/12/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £450,000 (5 sales)

Area average: £435,000 (5 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 19.1%
10y growth 29.9%

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

1y (index) 2.9%
5y (index) 13.5%
10y (index) 49.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,137/mo
Realistic £1,263/mo
Optimistic £1,389/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Solihull.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Solihull: £823/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Unknown 0.0 miles
Shop The Old Bakery 0.1 miles
Bus stop High St / White Lion 0.1 miles
Hospital Hampton Surgery 0.1 miles
Train station Hampton-in-Arden 0.3 miles
Train station Birmingham International 2.1 miles
Hospital Spire Healthcare Parkway Hospital 2.6 miles
University Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies 6.6 miles
University University of Warwick 6.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 4
Burglary 3
Other crime 3
Criminal damage and arson 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 12

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
George Fentham Endowed School Primary 0.1 miles Outstanding — 9 May 2014
The Island Project School Other 1.3 miles Good — 28 Feb 2024
Coppice Academy Primary 2.6 miles Good — 17 Jul 2023
Mill House School Other 2.6 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
Meriden Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Good — 15 Jan 2023

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 Flat, Meadow Dr Hampton In Arden, B92 £3,750/mo 2 0.17 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Marsh Lane, B92 £1,300/mo 2 0.25 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Corbetts Close, B92 £1,250/mo 2 0.44 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £2,100/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.4%
Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500
Target investor price (1%) £130,000
Gross yield 4.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 20.8×
Monthly cashflow £-135/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -1.7%
  • 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).