Summary - Aquifer House, Exploration Way, Slough SL1 3GU
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
New-build two-bed with top communal facilities and fast Elizabeth Line links..
- 50% share price £197,500; rent payable on remaining share
- Compact 429 sq ft two-bedroom layout, efficient but limited space
- Built 2019 with 10-year builder's guarantee (Berkeley specification)
- Full access to concierge, gym, cinema, rooftop garden and hub
- Walking distance to Slough station; Elizabeth Line under 15 minutes to Paddington
- Electric room heaters (no gas) — potentially higher running costs
- Estimated service charge ~£206.78 pcm (approx. £2,481.36 yearly)
- Located in an area with higher deprivation; mixed local school ratings
This eighth-floor, two-bedroom shared ownership apartment in Aquifer House offers a compact, contemporary home ideal for first-time buyers seeking fast commuter links and low-entry costs. The development is newly built by Berkeley Homes and includes high-spec finishes, Bosch integrated appliances, stone worktops, Karndean flooring and an audio/video entry system, all covered by a 10-year build warranty.
Residents have full access to on-site amenities: 12-hour concierge, private gym, cinema room, co-working hub, rooftop garden and a communal lounge. The location is very commuter-friendly — Slough station with Elizabeth Line services to Paddington is within walking distance, reaching central London in under 15 minutes.
Important practical points: the home is small at 429 sq ft and heated by electric room heaters rather than gas, which can increase running costs. Shared ownership means you buy a 50% share here for £197,500 (rent on the remaining share applies), plus estimated service charge and rent costs. The area shows higher relative deprivation scores, and some nearby schools have mixed Ofsted results, though excellent options like Herschel Grammar are nearby.
Overall, this is a low-entry, low-maintenance new-build option for someone prioritising commuter convenience, modern communal facilities and an affordable route onto the property ladder — with the trade-offs of compact living space and ongoing service charges and rent.
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