37 Somerton Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands, B23 5SU

Lot 101 · B23 5SU · Auction House West Midlands · West Midlands

£65,000guide price
Residential
37 Somerton Drive, Birmingham, West Midlands, B23 5SU
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2 Bed Maisonette

Residential For Improvement Situated in a quiet cul de sac in a popular residential area, this first floor maisonette has double glazing and central heating (not tested) and although in need of some basic modernisation would make an ideal investment. Conveniently located for all amenities, including public transport services, the property comprises:- “All services are disconnected and it is the buyers responsibility following completion to have the services re-connected by correctly qualified engineers. No warranties or guarantees are given as to the condition of the heating system or any services, the buyer must rely on their own inspection and enquiries” Accommodation Front Door leads to Reception Hall with stairs to first floor off, Landing providing access to Lounge 4.9m x 3.3m leading into Open Plan Kitchen 2.7m x 2.6m. Bedroom One (front) 4m x 2.7m, Bedroom Two (rear) 3m x 2.7m, Bathroom. Tenure Leasehold 99 years (less 3 days) from 9 February 1960 Council Tax Band A Lease Start Date 09/02/1960 Lease Duration 99 years (32 years unexpired) Important Notice to Prospective Buyers We draw your attention to the Special Conditions of Sale within the Legal Pack, referring to other charges in addition to the purchase price which may become payable. Such costs may include Search Fees, reimbursement of Sellers costs and Legal Fees, and Transfer Fees amongst others. Buyers Premium £…

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22 Jun 2026£60,000
6 Jul 2026£65,000 £5,000

Key facts

101Lot number
ResidentialUse class

Recent sold prices nearby

20 registered sales in this postcode sector over the last two years, straight from HM Land Registry. What nearby properties actually sold for — not what they were guided at.

109 CH***** RO**B23 5EY£170,000
341 GR***** LA**B23 5SR£224,000
12 EN***** CL***B23 5SE£75,000

17 more sales with full addresses, sale dates and prices — including any prior sale of this exact lot.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Sales typically register 6–12 weeks after completion, so very recent transactions may not yet appear.

Renovation upside in B23

Evidence from 1002 properties in this postcode district that sold twice with material uplift — the signature of value-add work between sales.

+58%median uplift
£38,500typical value added
4.1 yearstypical hold period

See 1002 example projects — real before/after sale pairs with postcodes, prices and dates. Plus the planning applications that likely explain each uplift.

Derived from 1002 registered sale pairs in B23 where the property gained ≥15% between two arms-length sales (HM Land Registry Price Paid data, OGL v3.0). The planning applications visible above may explain individual uplifts. Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns.

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