Summary - 18 EMMBROOK COURT READING RG6 5TZ
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Comfortable low-maintenance flat with extensive communal support and gardens.
No onward chain; vacant possession ready for immediate occupation
Newly redecorated and recarpeted throughout; brand-new fitted kitchen
First-floor flat with lift access and patio doors to communal walkway
Spacious fully tiled wet room suitable for mobility needs
24-hour on-site assistance, resident lounge, restaurant and guest suite
Well-maintained communal gardens, off-street parking and EV chargers
Leasehold with circa 955 years remaining; council tax Band D
Service charge £9,752.76 pa (includes external maintenance, staff, housework)
This purpose-built first-floor retirement apartment in Emmbrook Court offers practical, low-maintenance living for owner-occupiers aged over 55. The flat has been newly redecorated and re-carpeted throughout, and benefits from a brand-new fitted kitchen, double glazing and gas central heating to radiators. Living space includes a living room with patio doors and a spacious tiled wet room, arranged over an average-sized 528 sq ft layout.
Residents enjoy generous communal facilities: well-maintained gardens, a resident lounge and restaurant, guest suite, ample off-street parking with EV chargers, lift access and 24-hour on-site assistance. External maintenance, window cleaning and 1½ hours weekly housework are covered in the service charge, which keeps day-to-day responsibilities straightforward.
Practical points to weigh: this is a leasehold retirement property with circa 955 years remaining and an annual service charge of £9,752.76 (approx. £812.73 per month), which includes communal services and staffing. The property is offered with no onward chain and vacant possession, making it straightforward to move into. Council tax band D applies.
Located in Reading RG6, the building sits in pleasant communal grounds close to local amenities and good transport links. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal excellent, making it suitable for visitors and keeping in touch with family. The flat will suit downsizers who prioritise security, support and low exterior maintenance over lower ongoing charges.
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