Castle Vale, Birmingham · B35

Merlin Way, Castle Vale

Merlin Way, Castle Vale, Birmingham B35

£70,000 ↓ 17.6%

Guide Price · Originally listed at £85,000

Agent's summary

Available through modern method of auction. A well-presented one-bedroom end-terraced home offering an open-plan first-floor living space, double bedroom and modern shower room. An ideal first-time purchase or buy-to-let investment, combining low-maintenance living with a practical layout in a convenient location.

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The home, in the agent’s words

  • Investment Opportunity
  • For Sale by Modern Auction – T & C’s apply
  • Subject to Reserve Price
  • The Modern Method of Auction
  • Buyers fees apply
  • Chain Free
  • One Double Bedroom
  • Open-Plan Living
  • First-Time Buyer
  • Great Commuter Links
Read the full agent description

Step inside and you'll find a home that's simple, practical and easy to maintain, making it an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers looking to get onto the property ladder, professionals wanting a low-maintenance home, or investors seeking to add to their portfolio.

Entering through the front door, the entrance hall provides access to the bedroom, shower room and staircase leading to the first floor. The double bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and offers plenty of room for a double bed alongside additional furniture, storage under the stairs, and a window allowing in natural light throughout the day.

The shower room sits conveniently off the hallway and is fitted with a walk-in shower enclosure, wash hand basin and WC, creating a functional space ready to use from day one. There is also a space for a washing machine/washer dryer.

Heading upstairs, the property opens into a bright open-plan kitchen and living area. This sociable space makes the most of the available floor area, comfortably accommodating both a lounge and dining area while remaining easy to furnish. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base units, work surfaces, integrated oven with electric hob, sink and space for additional appliances, providing everything needed for everyday living.

Large windows and French doors with Juliet style balcony help to fill the room with natural light, creating a bright and airy feel, while the open-plan layout offers flexibility whether you're relaxing at home or entertaining friends.

Compact, easy to look after and conveniently laid out, this one-bedroom end-terraced home offers an ideal lock-up-and-leave lifestyle in a highly convenient location within proximity to local shops, reputable schools and excellent transport links, making it ideal for both owner-occupiers and investors. Further benefits include double glazing throughout and gas central heating, ensuring comfort and efficiency all year round.

The property also enjoys the rare advantage of having heating, hot water and electricity included within the service charge, offering exceptional value and peace of mind for future owners. It also features its own allocated parking space which is gated, and there is also a dedicated resident storage space at the back. Care & Maintenance: The entire building is looked after, with the communal grounds regularly cleaned, and all exterior windows and see-through French doors regularly washed and maintained for complete peace of mind.

Auctioneer Comments

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).

If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.

A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.2% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Any payment that will be received by the Agent or Auctioneer will be confirmed to you in writing before services are taken. Services are optional.

Additional Information

Property Construction - Standard

Electricity supply - Mains - included in service charge

Water supply - Mains - included in service charge

Sewerage - Mains

Heating - Gas CH - included in service charge

Parking - One allocated parking space, and on road

Broadband Connection - Standard 6 mbps/Superfast 66 mbps/Ultrafast 1000 mbps

Mobile Signal/Coverage - EE Good/ 3 Good/O2 Good/Vodafone Good

Flood Risk - None

Is the property listed? - No

Planning Permissions - No

Building safety - N/A

Restrictions - N/A

Rights and Easements - Ask

Coastal Erosion Risk - N/A

Accessibility/adaptations - N/A

Coalfield or mining area - N/A

Floor the entrance is on - Ground Floor

Council Tax - Band A Birmingham

EweMove has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is in the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances. Service charges and leasehold charges may be subject to change upon review periods.

AML & ID Verification Notice:

In line with current Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, EweMove Castle Bromwich is legally required to carry out identity and verification checks on all parties involved in a property transaction, including buyers. Once an offer has been accepted and prior to the property being marked as Sold Subject to Contract, all purchasers will be required to complete an electronic AML and ID check. This is not a credit check and will not affect your credit rating. A fee of £25 plus VAT (£30 inc. VAT) per purchaser applies for this service and is non-refundable. All records will be stored securely in accordance with data protection regulations.

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Connected for everyday life

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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode B35 6QN · residential premises

Getting about

1.8 miles

to Water Orton Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
8.1 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
15.2 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit

Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.

Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km area

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