7 bed semi-detached house for sale

Fountain Road, Harborne B17

Located on popular Fountain Road, this well-maintained property offers an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking a strong, ready-made HMO investment. Offering 2149 square feet of accommodation situated over three floors, it provides seven generous bedrooms, including two with ensuite bathrooms, along with a further shower room and main bathroom, giving the household plenty of facilities for comfortable shared living.

A spacious communal kitchen sits at the heart of the property, complemented by a large rear garden that tenants can enjoy throughout the year. The home benefits from off-street parking, adding convenience for multiple occupants. The current HMO licence holder has cultivated a positive and stable environment for professional tenants, with rooms achieving up to £600 per month and a strong overall gross rental yield of 10.95%. Its proximity to Harborne High Street, university campuses and major employers ensures consistent demand and long-term investment appeal.

Property

The ground floor offers a practical and sociable layout ideal for a busy HMO household, featuring a bright front reception room and a communal dining area or multi-purpose room, the hallway leads to the kitchen at the rear, providing generous space for essential facilities needed for shared living, with direct access to the generously sized rear garden.

Across the first floor, four well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable private spaces for tenants, supported by a shared shower room and one bedroom with an ensuite. The top floor accommodates three bedrooms, one of which benefits from ensuite facilities-an excellent advantage for professional sharers seeking added convenience and privacy.

Outside, the expansive rear garden offers ample space for outdoor use, whether for relaxing, socialising, or simply enjoying a peaceful green outlook. To the front, off-street parking enhances everyday practicality, making the property highly appealing to both students and professionals.

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Area

Fountain Road is ideally positioned for professionals and students seeking convenience, connectivity and a vibrant local atmosphere. Just moments from Harborne High Street, the area offers quick access to cafés, independent restaurants, supermarkets and everyday essentials-perfect for busy schedules.

Its location is one of its biggest advantages. The University of Birmingham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital are both within easy reach, making this a prime spot for medical staff, academics and students. Excellent bus routes and nearby rail links also provide straightforward travel into Birmingham city centre and surrounding areas.

For downtime, residents can enjoy Harborne's popular eateries, gyms and coffee shops, along with green spaces like Harborne Walkway and Queens Park for fresh-air escapes between study sessions or shifts.

Approach

The property benefits from off-street parking, fencing and mature shrubs to boundaries with a porch canopy to front door and a side gate for easy accessibility to the rear garden.

Hall

Two ceiling light points, radiator, under stairs storage with plumbing for washing machine, power points, stairs to first floor and doors leading to:

Living Room

Double glazed bay window to front elevation, wooden flooring, ceiling coving, ceiling light point with ceiling rose, three radiators and power points.

Sitting Room / Multipurpose Room

Three single glazed windows to side elevation, ceiling light point with ceiling rose, radiator, built in storage which houses two boilers and power points.

Kitchen

Single glazed windows and door to rear elevation, wall and base units, ceiling spot lights, ceiling coving, three radiators, integrated oven and four ring gas hob, space for appliances and breakfast Island.

First Floor Landing

Carpeted, ceiling light point with ceiling rose, power points, radiator and doors to:

Bedroom One

Double glazed bay window to front elevation, additional double glazed window to front elevation, laminate flooring, picture rail, radiator, built in wardrobe, power points, ceiling light point with ceiling rose and door to:

Ensuite

Tiling to walls, walk in shower, wash hand basin, low level WC, radiator and ceiling spot lights.

Bedroom Three

Two single glazed windows to rear elevation, two radiators, laminate flooring, picture rail, fitted wardrobe and power points.

Bedroom Five

Two single glazed windows to side elevation, ceiling light point with ceiling rose, laminate flooring, picture rail, power points and fire place feature.

Bedroom Seven

Single glazed window to rear elevation, two windows to side elevation, ceiling light point with ceiling rose, laminate flooring, radiator and power points

Shower Room

Tiling to walls, ceiling spot light, low level WC, wash hand basin, walk in shower and radiator.

Second Floor Landing

Eaves storage, ceiling spot lights, ceiling sky light, radiator, power points and doors to:

Bedroom Two

Double glazed window to front elevation, ceiling light point, Eaves storage, laminate floor, radiator, power points and door to:

Ensuite

Double glazed window to side elevation, tiling to walls, wooden flooring, corner bath with overhead shower, wash hand basin, low level WC, towel rail radiator and ceiling spot lights.

Bedroom Six

Laminate flooring, sky light, ceiling light point, Eaves storage, radiator and power points

Bedroom Four

Double glazed window to rear elevation, built in storage, laminate flooring, ceiling light point, Eaves storage, radiator and power points.

Garden

A long, established rear garden with a wide lawn and mature borders - simple, spacious, and ideal for shared outdoor use.

Further Details

Tenure: Freehold
EPC: D
Council Tax Band: E
Utility supply, rights and restrictions:
Utility supply
Broadband: FTTP
Electricity supply: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Water supply: Mains supply
Other information
Construction materials: Brick
Roof material: Tile

Disclaimer

With approximate measurements these particulars have been prepared in good faith by the selling agent in conjunction with the vendor(s) with the intention of providing a fair and accurate guide to the property.

However, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded as representations, all interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy. No tests or checks have been carried out in respect of heating, plumbing, electric installations or any type of appliances which may be included.