Once an innovative industrial launchpad that helped to birth modern society, Birmingham is now renowned for its arts and music scene and five universities. It is also considered a hub for retail, business, and commerce. This, in turn, is driving new high-quality developments throughout the area. Today, we’re looking at the Top 10 Birmingham apartments for sale. Ready for a slice of the action? Read on to learn all you need to know about England’s ‘second city’.
Birmingham apartments for sale: Top 10 developments
Below, we’ll explore the Top 10 Birmingham apartments for sale in and around the city, factoring in everything from design to management and on-site facilities. Which proved themselves worthy of a high rating? It’s time to discover the developments that impressed their residents the most.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
Where is Birmingham?
Wrapped by countryside in the West Midlands 100 miles north-west of London, Birmingham is an important hub for the entire region. It’s very well connected to its neighbours via the M5, M6, M40, M42, and the famous Spaghetti Junction. Thanks to this extensive network, Birmingham is within easy reach of Wolverhampton, Worcester, Leicester and Coventry. The character-packed towns of Warwick, Royal Leamington Spa, and Stratford-Upon-Avon also lie just to the southeast.
When HS2 Phase One is fully operational, the city centre will have a shiny new direct link to London and the network from Curzon Street Station. Currently, three major train stations operate in the area, including a national hub for CrossCountry – the most extensive long-distance train network in Britain. Over thirty smaller stations, various bus routes, and an expanding tram system further serve local residents.
What’s it like living in Birmingham?
Boasting more miles of canals than Venice, a well-known industrial past, and a fusion of cultures, Birmingham is always exciting, something it showed to the fullest during its time hosting the 2022 Commonwealth Games. At its heart, Birmingham has four distinct areas, each with its own personality and highlights. Other than the city centre, these are Chinatown, the Jewellery Quarter, and Eastside.
Starting in the city centre, you’ll find everything from striking architecture to fantastic restaurants and street entertainment. The Bullring & Grand Central shopping centre, along with galleries, museums, and an aquarium, provide more welcome diversions too. Meanwhile, the O2 Academy and the city’s world-famous symphony orchestra combine for a diverse live music scene.
The adjacent Chinese Quarter also presents musical and performing spectacles at the Hippodrome theatre. Besides this, there’s a feast of eateries championing multicultural cuisine and some beautiful Chinese architecture and thriving independent businesses. Talking of food, the city features seven Michelin-star restaurants, plus cocktail and rooftop bars and amazing curry houses. Plus, there are plenty of halal and veggie and vegan options.
Head across to the Jewellery Quarter, which English Heritage describes as ‘a national treasure’. Hundreds of years old and with a similar number of jewellery shops, it’s the perfect place for those who love history with a bit of bling. Further along, Eastside’s appeal lies in its 6.75-acre park and a vibrant creative scene. Additionally, Birmingham’s finance district acts as the city’s economic lifeblood, helping to attract new developments and amenities to the area.
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What are Birmingham property prices like in 2024?
According to Rightmove, the average property in Birmingham has a property price average of just over £271,000 (August 2024). Recent data from the Office of National Statistics showed that this is about £20,000 cheaper than the UK-wide average of £290,000. Breaking down the average by type, flats went for £155,000 while terraced and semi-detached homes sold for £222,000 and £283,000 respectively.
HomeViews is the only independent review platform for residential developments in the UK. Prospective buyers and tenants use it to make an informed decision on where to live based on insights from carefully verified resident reviews. Part of Rightmove since February 2024, we’re working with developers, house builders, operators, housing associations and the Government to give residents a voice, recognise high performers and to help improve standards across the industry.