Birmingham house buying guide
If you’re looking for houses for sale in Birmingham but you’re struggling to find the right area, read our guide to the best spots in Brum. To work out your budget and how you could boost your borrowing potential, create a free Tembo plan today — or try out our Mortgage Calculator.
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Where should I buy in Birmingham?
Birmingham has it all: traditional family homes in suburban towns, old warehouses transformed into modern apartments, and canalside cottages surrounded by fields. No matter what type of home you’re looking for, you’ll be spoilt for choice in this Midlands metropolis.
With so much to choose from, finding the right location can be a challenge. We’ve outlined below the top 3 areas in Birmingham to buy to give you some inspiration.
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Digbeth
If you want to live as close to the action as possible, a flat in Digbeth could be right for you.
With street food, street art and New Street Station just around the corner, it’s great for creative young professionals or those looking for a good night out.
Plus, it’s just a stone’s throw away from the Bullring shopping centre and O2 Academy!
Once an industrial hub, the area’s currently on the receiving end of a £1bn+ pound makeover. Disused warehouses and factories are being turned into trendy apartments, modern offices and some of the city’s best bars and restaurants.
In fact, Birmingham City Council recently unveiled plans to transform the area into a healthy, walkable and sustainable place to live and work.
While the old Typhoo Tea Factory is set to become the BBC’s new regional headquarters.
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Edgbaston
Home to beautiful green spaces, world-class sports facilities, and an abundance of coffee shops and restaurants, it’s no surprise that Edgbaston is one of the most affluent areas in Birmingham.
Situated right next to the University of Birmingham and within walking distance of Queen Elizabeth Hospital and even the city centre, it’s perfect for professionals looking to slash their commute and get to work easily.
You’ve also got the Botanical Gardens right on your doorstep!
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Solihull
In the south east of Birmingham, you’ll find the suburb of Solihull. It’s home to a number of shopping centres, a mix of independent and chain restaurants, and excellent primary and secondary schools.
With the airport, hospital, university campus, and countless other resources nearby, it’s an ideal location for many professionals who want to live near work.
It’s also just a short drive from the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), a live music and exhibition venue attracting millions of visitors each year.
Love spending time in the great outdoors? There’s plenty of parks, lakes and golf clubs, too.
So if you’re looking to escape city life without living in the middle of nowhere, Solihull can offer the best of both worlds.
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Data sourced from Zoopla's January 2024 House Price Index and Rightmove property prices. Accurate as of 01/02/2024.