Blackall Court, Castle Street, Reading Town Centre
By Sansome & George Residential Sales Ltd
£ 225,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Sansome & George Residential Sales Ltd says ..
Sansome & George Reading - NO ONWARD CHAIN - this 2nd floor characterful Apartment is located in the heart of Reading Town Centre, 5 minutes walk from Reading Train Station. 19' x 18' open plan Living Room, 2 double Bedrooms and smart 3 piece Bathroom.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment in Reading Town Centre presents a mixed bag of attributes. Its central location is a definite strength, offering easy access to Reading Train Station, shops, restaurants and amenities. The proximity to highly-rated primary schools adds to the appeal for families.
The apartment itself seems functional, with a decent sized living area and two double bedrooms. However, based on the images provided, a degree of modernisation would enhance the overall appeal. While the bathroom and kitchen seem well-maintained, a contemporary upgrade would likely increase the market value and curb appeal. The absence of any outdoor space or garden is a notable drawback, which may limit its appeal to buyers who value such amenities.
Considering comparable properties in the area, the price reflects the desirable location but may be slightly on the higher end of the current market value for similar properties considering the condition and lack of outdoor space. Ultimately, prospective buyers should weigh the advantages of location and convenience against the need for potential upgrades and the absence of a garden before making a purchasing decision. The lack of square footage data for nearby properties makes a more precise price comparison challenging.
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
- 9
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 670.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 350,323.00 £Decreased by 1.18 %
- Est sale value
- 288,770.00 £Increased by 20.73 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,334.00 £/moDecreased by 2.49 %
- Est letting value
- 670.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.57 %Decreased by 1.30 %
- Crime Rate
- 39.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
Sansome & George Residential Sales Ltd marked this listing as sold.
Sansome & George Residential Sales Ltd created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coley Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.48 KM |
| Katesgrove Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.52 KM |
| Civitas Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.81 KM |
| E P Collier Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.02 KM |
| Kendrick School | Academy Converter | 1.20 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Street | £ 195,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| West Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cheriton Court | £ 215,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Minster Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Centurion Close | £ 287,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3149 | RDG | 0.71 KM |
| Reading West | 3160 | RDW | 1.69 KM |
| Tilehurst | 3154 | TLH | 6.39 KM |
| Earley | 5694 | EAR | 6.45 KM |
| Winnersh Triangle | 5698 | WTI | 9.43 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackall Court, Castle Street, Reading Town Centre | £ 225,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 235,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Maltings Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Maltings Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Simmonds Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 | £ 240,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 51 Maltings Place | £ 169,950 | 0.06 KM |
| 42 Maltings Place | £ 154,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 22 Maltings Place | £ 184,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 3 Maltings Place | £ 191,950 | 0.06 KM |
| 6 Maltings Place | £ 235,000 | 0.06 KM |