Summary - WEST FRYERNE FLAT 42 PARKSIDE ROAD READING RG30 2BY
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact two-bedroom maisonette with long lease, garden access and easy transport links..
Two-bedroom ground-floor maisonette with generous kitchen and lounge
Extremely long lease — 944 years remaining
No onward chain — quicker transaction possible
Modest annual service charge (£1,360) and low ground rent (£80)
Approx. 530 sq ft — compact accommodation throughout
Off-street parking available but on a first-come basis
Communal garden and nearby Prospect Park for outdoor space
Local area has above-average crime; buyers should note security
This ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette offers practical city living with a very long lease and no onward chain. The flat has a generous kitchen, lounge with double doors, gas central heating and an EPC rating of C, making it suitable for first-time buyers or investors seeking a straightforward purchase with low initial legal risk.
Set on Parkside Road close to Prospect Park and West Reading station, the location is well connected by bus and rail and benefits from local amenities, schools and green space. The property includes access to a communal garden and off-street parking on a first-come, first-served basis, providing outdoor space and occasional parking in an urban setting.
The apartment is compact (approximately 530 sq ft) and sits in a mid-century development, so buyers should expect standard ceiling heights and contemporary mid-century communal styling. Annual service charge and ground rent are modest (£1,360 and £80 respectively), and the exceptionally long lease (944 years) removes a common leasehold concern.
Notable drawbacks include the small overall size and an above-average local crime rate; parking is not allocated and may be limited. The property is being sold as-is, so any buyer should budget for typical wear-and-tear, potential cosmetic updates and inspect for specific maintenance needs before purchase.
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