Kent Street, Birmingham, B5 6RD
Southside Residences
Prime Birmingham regeneration zone investment
1- & 2-bedroom apartments
Yields up to 7.95%
Smithfield regeneration zone
Southside Residences – Birmingham’s City-Centre Investment Opportunity
Situated in the thriving heart of Birmingham’s Southside district, Southside Residences offers a boutique collection of luxury apartments in one of the UK’s most dynamic urban regeneration zones. This development comprises approximately 146 one- and two-bed units (with some three-bed options), cleverly designed for modern living and investor appeal. Located near the city’s cultural, retail and entertainment hubs, and adjacent to the major Smithfield regeneration scheme, the project presents outstanding access to employment, transport and lifestyle amenities.
The area’s transformation is well underway, with significant infrastructure improvements, a booming tech and creative sector, and a growing young professional population driving rental demand. With city-centre living in high demand and limited new supply, Southside Residences stands out as a strategic investment suited to both cash-flow and long-term capital growth. Apartments feature high-spec finishes, premium appliances, open-plan layouts, and strong connectivity across Birmingham and beyond.
For investors, Southside Residences delivers compelling fundamentals. Competitive entry prices, strategic location in a major regional city, projected gross yields of up to around 7 – 8 %, and the benefit of large-scale area regeneration combine to offer a robust proposition. With just a modest deposit required and favourable payment terms, this development makes quality city-centre investment accessible and future-proof.
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Key Details
- Boutique city-centre apartments (~146 units)
- One- & two-bed (some three-bed) apartments
- Prime Southside district of Birmingham city-centre
- Entry prices from approx. £225,995
- Gross rental yields up to ~7 – 8 %
- Leasehold with 999-year term (or comparable long lease)
- No ground rent or minimal ground rent structure
- High specification finishes, designer kitchens & integrated appliances
- Direct access to culture, entertainment, retail and transport hubs
- Positioned within the Smithfield regeneration zone
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The Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments
Please be aware that prices displayed for 1-bedroom units at Southside Residences may reflect the lowest entry point available at the time of release. Availability and pricing are subject to change, and units at these prices may no longer be available.
2 Bedroom Apartments
Please be aware that prices displayed for 2-bedroom units at Southside Residences may reflect the lowest entry point available at the time of release. Availability and pricing are subject to change, and units at these prices may no longer be available.
On the Map
Southside Residences
▸ Birmingham Hippodrome – 2 minutes walk | 0.1 miles
▸ Chinatown Birmingham – 2 minutes walk | 0.1 miles
▸ Bullring & Grand Central – 6 minutes walk | 0.3 miles
▸ Birmingham New Street railway station – 7 minutes walk | 0.4 miles
▸ Birmingham Moor Street railway station – 8 minutes walk | 0.4 miles
▸ HS2 Curzon Street Station site – 10 minutes walk | 0.5 miles
▸ Colmore Row – 10 minutes walk | 0.5 miles
▸ Smithfield Birmingham – 4 minutes walk | 0.2 miles
Why Choose Birmingham
Birmingham
Market Summary
Birmingham Property Market Trends and Performance
The Birmingham property market is strategically positioned for growth. Forecasts suggest the West Midlands region will see property price growth of 27.6% over five years, outpacing the UK average of 24.5%. This resilience is built on strong demand, fuelled by a forecasted 15% population growth by 2031. As a result, rental prices are also predicted to soar, with a +22.2% rental increase by 2028 (compared to the UK average of 17% by 2029), making it a high-confidence market for capital appreciation.
Yields
Birmingham Rental Yields and Income
Birmingham's rental yields are strong, averaging 6% for traditional buy-to-let (BTL) and reaching 9% for short-term let (STL) strategies in central, high-demand areas. This is primarily due to a severe housing shortage: Birmingham's housing delivery is only meeting around 60% of its annual target, resulting in an estimated deficit of approximately 3,243 homes per year. Amid the city’s pressing need for 89,000 new homes by 2031, this undersupply creates fierce competition for rental properties, offering a lucrative opportunity for investors.
Regeneration
Major Regeneration Projects in Birmingham
- Smithfield: This £1.9 billion, 17-hectare regeneration site in the heart of Birmingham is one of the largest single city centre developments in the UK. With £172.8 million in grant funding allocated, Smithfield will deliver 3,000+ new homes and 10,000+ jobs.
- Big City Plan: This city framework outlines the expansion of Birmingham’s core by 25%, dividing it into distinct quarters such as Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter. The regeneration aims to enhance connectivity, create up to 50,000 new jobs, and contribute around £2.1 billion to the local economy, strengthening tenant demand beyond the traditional city centre.
- UK Economic Engine: Birmingham's thriving finance and tech sectors, bolstered by major corporate relocations, position it as a key UK economic hub outside of London.
Connectivity
Birmingham Transport Links and Connectivity for Commuters
- HS2 Transformation: The construction of the future HS2 Curzon Street Station is the key driver of future value, cutting the rail journey time to London to approximately 49 minutes. This proximity will push property values in the Eastside and Colmore districts.
- Midland Metro: The Metro is actively expanding, with the Eastside Extension reaching into key investment areas like Digbeth and the future HS2 station, significantly improving city-wide access for residents.
- Air & Rail: Birmingham Airport (BHX) provides international connectivity, and Birmingham New Street remains the busiest rail hub outside London, ensuring high-speed access across the country.
Areas Overview
Best Areas for Birmingham Property Investments
- City Centre (B1/B3) - Capital Growth & Premium Rent: Attracts high-earning tenants due to corporate relocations (PwC, Goldman Sachs) to Paradise Circus.
- Digbeth (B5/B9) - Regeneration Hotspot: Central to the massive Smithfield project and served by the new Metro line. High capital growth forecast.
- Jewellery Quarter (B18) - Heritage & Stability: High demand for unique, character-filled conversion apartments. Strong community and lifestyle appeal.
- Colmore District (B3) - Professional Commuter: Premium location near the financial district and the future HS2 Curzon Street Station. Excellent for capital preservation.
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Walking distance to transport, retail and business districts
Prime Birmingham City Centre Location
Southside Residences is located on Kent Street, B5 6RD, placing it firmly within Birmingham’s established city centre core. Residents are within a 7 minute walk of Birmingham New Street Station, 8 minutes from Moor Street Station and approximately 10 minutes from the HS2 Curzon Street site.
The development also sits moments from Bullring & Grand Central, Chinatown Birmingham and The Arcadian leisure complex. This level of connectivity and lifestyle access is a major driver of rental demand in Birmingham city centre and supports long term tenant retention.
For investors, proximity to major transport infrastructure significantly reduces vacancy risk and strengthens resale liquidity.
Positioned near Birmingham’s £1.9bn Smithfield masterplan
Regeneration Backed Growth
Southside Residences benefits from its proximity to the Smithfield regeneration scheme, one of the most significant transformation projects in Birmingham city centre. The £1.9 billion masterplan will deliver new residential neighbourhoods, public spaces, retail and cultural venues within walking distance of the development.
Large scale regeneration of this nature historically drives capital appreciation and rental uplift. Combined with the ongoing Paradise commercial expansion and infrastructure investment linked to HS2, the area is underpinned by structural long term growth fundamentals rather than short term speculation.
Professional and student tenant base within walking distance
Strong Rental Demand Fundamentals
The B5 postcode attracts a diverse and resilient tenant demographic. Young professionals working in Colmore Row and Paradise, corporate relocations, postgraduate students at Aston University and employees across Birmingham’s expanding financial and legal sectors all contribute to consistent rental demand.
City centre renters prioritise walkability, lifestyle and connectivity. Southside Residences delivers on all three. The ability to access employment hubs, retail, restaurants and rail links within minutes strengthens occupancy levels and supports competitive rental values.
Central B5 postcode with long term infrastructure backing
Why Southside Residences Appeals to Investors
Birmingham continues to attract inward investment, corporate relocation and population growth. Southside Residences sits within the heart of this momentum.
With three train stations nearby, immediate access to retail and entertainment, and proximity to major regeneration, the development is positioned within Birmingham’s prime rental zone.
For investors seeking exposure to Birmingham city centre property, Southside Residences combines location strength, infrastructure investment and established tenant demand in one of the UK’s fastest evolving urban markets.
