Super homes under £150k

Wallets and mortgage advisors at the ready! We've put together some of the most striking starter homes in the region, each boasting enviable locations or features and best of all, under £150,000!

13 Goldthorne Terrace on the Penn Road, Wolverhampton, is a well-presented ground floor apartment situated in a stunning period building and packed with plenty of character. It has a reception hall, lounge with laminate flooring, kitchen, shower room and bedroom. Price £84,950 through Nick Tart Estate Agents on (01902) 755585.nextpage

16 School Road in Himley, Wolverhampton, is a delightful little cottage in a handy spot for both Wolverhapton and Merry Hill. Set back from the road, the property has gas central heating and double glazing, and comprises a lounge, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom. Price £124,950 (no upward chain) through Sanders, Wright & Freeman on (01902) 577775.nextpage

This super studio apartment in Birmingham's exceptional Southside development is a city worker unit, allowing the purchaser a 25% discount for working in the City. Perched in a wonderful location near the Bull Ring and New Street Station, the first-floor property has a living/sleeping area with fitted carpets and double doors to a balcony overlooking the courtyard, smart kitchen area with laminate flooring, and shower room with wc. There is a ground rent of around £300 p.a. and a six-monthly service charge of around £382. Price £82,500 (inc. city worker discount) through Accord Sales & Lettings on (0121) 6439505.nextpage

81 Wolverhampton Road in Kidderminster is a semi-detached family home occupying an elevated position on the outskirts of town with distant countryside views. It has a reception hall, through lounge, kitchen, three bedrooms, re-fitted bathroom, and rear garden with workshop and parking area. Price £120,000 (no upward chain) through Phipps & Pritchard on (01562) 822244.nextpage

61 Offmore Road in Kidderminster is a fantastic first purchase. The immaculately presented Victorian terraced house has single and two storey rear extensions, and includes a spacious lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, cloakroom/wc, bathroom, two double bedrooms (master with en-suite shower room) and lovely rear gardens. Price £125,000 through Phipps & Pritchard on (01562) 822244.nextpage

16 Evolution on Amblecote High Street, Stourbridge is an attractive second floor apartment in a smart, contemporary development set in landscaped grounds. Modern living space and interior features includes a video entry phone system, stylish kitchen with balcony, living room, two bedrooms (master with en-suite shower room), white bathroom, and parking off Piper Close. Price £129,950 through The Lee Shaw Partnership on (01384) 396066.nextpage

Flat 2 and 4 Grange Road, Dudley, is a first floor flat within a well-presented terrace property. It has a bedroom, box room, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, off-road parking to the rear, and front and rear access. Price £84,950 through Halifax Estate Agents on (01384) 455000.nextpage

This picturesque cottage is set on the High Street in the much sought after village of Gnosall. The property has been completely modernised and comprises a lounge, dining room, kitchen, bedroom, study area, shower room and block-paved courtyard outside. Price £139,950 (no upward chain) through Barbers on (01785) 252137.nextpage

This newly built detached property just off Eccleshall High Street presents a wonderful opportunity for conversion - it comes with planning permission for residential use as a one-bedroom bungalow, and has one parking space and electric heaters. Viewing is highly recommended. Price £85,000 through Reeds Rains on (01785) 850241.

By Lara Page