Station Road, Cradley Heath, B64 (ref: 528933)

BEING SOLD BY THE MODERN METHOD OF AUCTION


A very well presented two bedroom detached bungalow situated in Cradley Heath within close proximity to Old Hill train station and local amenities. The property comprises of off road parking, entrance hall, spacious lounge, two bedrooms, kitchen, utility boarded loft space with the potential of a further bedroom subject to the usual planning permissions and secluded rear garden. JE 6/2/24 V6

LocationCradley Heath lies to the North of Halesowen and falls within the boundaries of Sandwell Borough Council. As the name suggests it was originally Heathland between Cradley, Netherton and Old Hill. During the early 19th century a number of cottages were built encroaching onto the heath along the banks of the River Stour, mainly occupied by home industries such as nail making. During the industrial revolution Cradley Heath developed and became famous not only for nails but was once known as the world centre of chain making. It was the birthplace for the Black Country Bugle and is thought to be the historic home of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. In fact you would be hard pushed to find anywhere more Black Country than Cradley Heath. Cradley Heath is great place for first time buyers on a limited budget and offers some fantastic opportunity for starter homes. It also retains some of the finest examples of grander Victorian Homes in street such as Sydney Road, which has been used by the BBC for filming Peaky Blinders.
Cradley Heath retains a very traditional High Street with not one but two market halls with a large Tesco in the centre. It has its own Train Station which provides links to Birmingham and to Worcester, alongside a bus interchange just outside to station. It is only a few minutes’ drive from the large Merry Hill shopping centre. Close by is Haden Hill Park, a historical Victorian landscape with a Victorian Mansion and Tudor Hall. The landscape offers stunning views of the surrounding area. The park is a popular venue for historical local events and environmental activities. It has children’s play areas, bowling greens, ornamental lakes and formal garden areas. It is also said that the hall is haunted.

ApproachVia gravelled parking area offering off road parking for two vehicles with security posts at the the end of drive, steps with disabled electric chair lift leading to garden area being laid to lawn and gravel chippings to side, path leading to front door.

Entrance hallCoving to ceiling, dado rail, access to boarded loft, storage closet with shelving and single rail.

Lounge4.9 x 3.6 max 3.4 min (16'0" x 11'9" max 11'1" minCoving to ceiling, dado rail, double glazed window to side, double glazed sliding door to rear, central heating radiator, t.v. point, gas fire with fireplace and surround.

Kitchen3.6 x 3.0 (11'9" x 9'10")Double glazed window to side, door leading to utility, part tiled walls, central heating radiator, range of wall and base units having lights under walls units, roll top work surfaces over, four ring gas hob with chimney extractor, stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, integrated fridge freezer, integrated dishwasher, plumbing for washing machine.

Utility4.3 x 1.0 (14'1" x 3'3")Double glazed door to rear, double glazed window to side, central heating boiler.

Bedroom one4.8 x 3.6 (15'8" x 11'9")Double glazed window to front, coving to ceiling, two central heating radiators, fitted wardrobes, double doors leading to lounge.

Bedroom two2.9 x 3.6 max 2.4 min (9'6" x 11'9" max 7'10" min)Coving to ceiling, double glazed window to front, central heating radiator, dado rail, access to fuse box.

BathroomTiled floors and walls, towel radiator, panelled bath, shower, low level flush w.c., obscured double glazed window to side, pedestal wash hand basin.

Loft spacePart boarded, storage cupboard, w.c.

TenureReferences to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the seller. We are advised that the property is freehold. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.

Council Tax BandingTax Band is C

Money Laundering RegulationsIn order to comply with Money Laundering Regulations, from June 2017, all prospective purchasers are required to provide the following - 1. Satisfactory photographic identification. 2. Proof of address/residency. 3. Verification of the source of purchase funds. In the absence of being able to provide appropriate physical copies of the above, Lex Allan Grove reserves the right to obtain electronic verification.

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AuctionThis property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction which is not to be confused with traditional auction. The Modern Method of Auction is a flexible buyer friendly method of purchase. We do not require the purchaser to exchange contracts immediately, however from the date the Draft Contract is received by the buyers solicitor, the buyer is given 56 days in which to complete the transaction, with the aim being to exchange contracts within the first 28 days. Allowing the additional time to exchange on the property means interested parties can proceed with traditional residential finance. which secures the transaction and takes the property off the market. Fees paid to the Auctioneer may be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property and be included in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Further clarification on this must be sought from your legal representative. The buyer will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Reservation form to confirm acceptance of terms prior to solicitors being instructed. Copies of the Reservation from and all terms and conditions can be found in the Buyer Information Pack which can be downloaded for free from the auction section of our website or requested from our Auction Department. Please note this property is subject to an undisclosed reserve price which is generally no more than 10% in excess of the Starting Bid, both the Starting Bid and reserve price can be subject to change. Terms and conditions apply to the Modern Method of Auction, which is operated by West Midlands Property Auction powered by IAM Sold. Upon close of a successful auction or if the vendor accepts an offer during the auction, the buyer will be required to make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.2% to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT 4.2% of the final agreed sale price including VAT. This is subject to a minimum payment of £6,000.00 including VAT. which secures the transaction and takes the property off the market. Fees paid to the Auctioneer may be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property and be included in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Further clarification on this must be sought from your legal representative. The buyer will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Reservation form to confirm acceptance of terms prior to solicitors being instructed. Copies of the Reservation from and all terms and conditions can be found in the Buyer Information Pack which can be downloaded for free from the auction section of our website or requested from our Auction Department. Please note this property is subject to an undisclosed reserve price which is generally no more than 10% in excess of the Starting Bid, both the Starting Bid and reserve price can be subject to change. Terms and conditions apply to the Modern Method of Auction, which is operated by West Midlands Property Auction powered by IAM Sold.