REF: JC0739 - If you’re trying to get on the property ladder without selling a kidney, this one should definitely be on the list.

Sitting on Summerfield Road in Burntwood, this three-bedroom home is exactly the sort of property that makes sense as a first purchase. Equally, if you’re an investor looking for something straightforward rather than a “project” that somehow ends up requiring a new roof, kitchen, boiler and half your sanity, it’s well worth a look.

Inside, the ground floor gives you a really practical amount of living space. There’s a comfortable lounge for the sofas, TV and the inevitable argument over what you’re watching, while the kitchen gives you plenty of storage and workspace without trying to pretend it belongs on an episode of Grand Designs.

To the rear, there’s additional living space overlooking the garden, which is a really useful bonus. Dining room, second sitting area, play space or somewhere to shut yourself away with a coffee for ten minutes, use it however life dictates.

Head upstairs and there are three bedrooms, which is a big part of the appeal here. Bedroom one is a proper double, bedroom two is another genuinely useful room rather than somewhere you’d struggle to swing a sock, and bedroom three works nicely as a child’s room, home office or dressing room.

The bathroom has already had the modern treatment too, with contemporary tiling, vanity storage and a bath with shower over. No avocado suite, no carpet around the toilet and thankfully no immediate trip to the bathroom showroom required.

Outside, the rear garden has been designed to be relatively low maintenance, with paved areas providing plenty of room for seating, BBQs and summer drinks. There’s enough space to enjoy without spending every Saturday pushing a lawnmower around wondering where your weekend went.

Ultimately, this isn't trying to be the biggest or fanciest house in Burntwood. It doesn't need to be. It's a three-bedroom home at an accessible end of the market that you can actually move into and get on with living in.

For a first-time buyer, that's exactly the point. And for an investor? That's exactly why it makes sense.

Location

Summerfield Road is a particularly handy spot for buyers wanting everyday essentials, schools and transport links all within easy reach.

For families, Ridgeway Primary Academy is quite literally around the corner at approximately 0.1 miles away, while Springhill Primary Academy is around 0.4 miles away. Secondary schooling is equally convenient, with Erasmus Darwin Academy approximately 0.6 miles away and Chase Terrace Academy (CTA) around 0.8 miles away.

Day-to-day life is easy too. Chasetown High Street is close by with its selection of shops, cafés, takeaways and other local services, while Burntwood Town Shopping Centre provides further supermarkets and amenities. Chasewater Country Park is also within easy reach for walking, cycling, watersports or simply somewhere to tire the dog and kids out at the weekend.

Commuters are well catered for, with Burntwood sitting conveniently for the A5, A38 and M6 Toll, providing straightforward connections towards Lichfield, Cannock, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield and Birmingham. For rail travel, Shenstone is the nearest station at around 4.1 miles away, while Lichfield also offers rail services into Birmingham and connections onwards to the wider national network.

For a first-time buyer, young family or investor, it’s a location that simply makes sense. Schools nearby, shops close at hand and excellent road links when you need to get somewhere further than Burntwood.


Ground Floor

Entrance Porch
Lounge Area - 4.55m (14'11") x 3.65m (12')
Dining Area - 4.58m (15') x 2.04m (6'8")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 4.58m (15') x 2.93m (9'7")

First Floor

Bedroom One - 3.63m (11'11") x 2.59m (8'6")
Bedroom Two - 3.06m (10') x 2.74m (9')
Bedroom Three - 2.24m (7'4") x 1.89m (6'2")
Bathroom