Summary - 49 ASHMERE CLOSE CALCOT READING RG31 7EN
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Conveniently placed flat ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let purchasers.
Chain-free ground-floor one-bedroom apartment, ready to move in
Allocated off-street parking and communal rear garden
Stylish fitted kitchen and modern bathroom
Approximately 536 sq ft; average-sized accommodation
Long lease — c.960 years remaining (leasehold)
Service charge approx. £1,500 pa; ground rent approx. £100 pa
Secondary glazing installed; may need future upgrade for efficiency
0.2 miles to Linear Park; about 1 mile to M4 J12 and Sainsbury's
Ground-floor one-bedroom apartment in a modern 1980s development, offered chain-free and ready to move into. The flat has a stylish fitted kitchen and bathroom, an open-plan living area with bay window and a double bedroom with built-in wardrobes — practical accommodation for a first-time buyer or a buy-to-let investor.
Practical perks include allocated off-street parking, access to a communal garden, and proximity to local amenities: 0.2 miles to Linear Park, about 1 mile to Sainsbury’s and M4 Junction 12. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, the area is affluent with very low crime, and nearby schools are rated Good.
This is a leasehold property with a long lease (around 960 years remaining). Annual costs to factor in include a service charge of about £1,500 and ground rent of about £100. The apartment is an average size (approx. 536 sq ft) and uses secondary glazing; buyers should consider potential future upgrades if higher thermal performance or modern double glazing is preferred.
Overall this is a low-risk, conveniently located flat that suits first-time buyers seeking ease of access to transport links, or investors looking for a straightforward let. Important practical costs and the leasehold status are stated clearly for transparent decision-making.
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