Romans says ..
Offered to the market with no onward chain is this well presented first floor apartment. The property comprises a large, dual aspect living/dining room, separate kitchen, family bathroom and two good sized bedrooms. The property also benefits from communal parking and local shops and a...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment located on Kings Road in Reading, Berkshire, presents a mixed bag of features. The property itself, judging from the provided images, appears to be in a reasonable state of repair. It offers a functional layout with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The kitchen and living areas are adequately sized and although slightly dated, are generally clean and presentable. The lack of private outdoor space is a significant drawback. A shared communal garden is present, which offers minimal useable space, limiting privacy and outdoor living potential. This is especially true in comparison to the nearby properties. It is important to consider the absence of plot size as a significant factor. The location in Redlands, a short distance from Reading town centre, provides a convenient base. Proximity to Reading train station, excellent for commuting to London and other locations and several primary and secondary schools is attractive, although it should be noted that the Ofsted rating of nearby schools should be independently verified. However, the overall area may not be regarded as one of the most sought-after locations within Reading. The list price of £200,000 is competitive with similar properties in the vicinity, and although comparable listings do not provide extensive information, it is reasonable given the size, location and overall condition. Potential buyers should conduct thorough due diligence to assess the property’s value more precisely.
Therefore, we give this property 5 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 534.97
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 429,375.00 £Increased by 2.76 %
- Est sale value
- 353,080.20 £Increased by 67.94 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,283.00 £/moIncreased by 0.16 %
- Est letting value
- 534.97 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.59 %Decreased by 2.45 %
- Crime Rate
- 6.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Balloon Learner Centre Reading | Other Independent School | 0.11 KM | |
| St John'S Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 0.40 KM |
| East Reading Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.58 KM | |
| Reading School | Academy Converter | 0.62 KM | |
| The Deenway Montessori School | Other Independent School | Good | 0.79 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Road | £ 287,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Joseph Huntley Walk | £ 375,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Blake's Wharf | £ 280,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Carraway Street | £ 300,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| London Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3149 | RDG | 1.79 KM |
| Reading West | 3160 | RDW | 3.71 KM |
| Earley | 5694 | EAR | 4.49 KM |
| Winnersh Triangle | 5698 | WTI | 7.45 KM |
| Tilehurst | 3154 | TLH | 8.34 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire | £ 135,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire | £ 135,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Kings Road, Reading, RG1 | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Victoria Street | £ 292,500 | 0.06 KM |
| 6 Victoria Street | £ 297,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 17 Victoria Street | £ 161,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 8 Victoria Street | £ 320,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 21 Victoria Street | £ 275,000 | 0.06 KM |