Summary - Oscar Wilde Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 RG1 3FH
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
No onward chain — ready to complete
Set in the heart of Reading, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom first-floor apartment offers practical city living a short walk from The Oracle and Reading mainline station. The open-plan kitchen/lounge/diner opens onto a balcony, and a second balcony provides extra outdoor space — useful in a town-centre setting. Allocated off-street parking and a bike store add daily convenience for commuters and young families.
The property is offered chain-free and sits on a long lease (around 114–116 years remaining). Accommodation is well presented and ready to occupy, making it suitable for first-time buyers seeking a central base or investors targeting rental demand close to transport and amenities. The apartment’s size (approx. 850 sq ft) and two bathrooms are practical advantages for sharers or small families.
Buyers should note the material costs of ownership: an annual service charge of about £2,300 (reported to include gas) and a ground rent around £440 per year. Council Tax is Band D. The immediate area is described as inner-city cosmopolitan with higher-than-average crime and pockets of deprivation; prospective purchasers should consider security and local context when viewing.
Overall this is a convenient, modern-feeling home with good transport links and clear rental appeal, sold with no onward chain. It suits buyers who prioritise location and ease of living, and investors who value proximity to the station and student/young-family demand.
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