Summary - 59 SOUTH STREET READING RG1 4RA
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact top-floor one-bedroom close to Reading Station — ideal first home or rental.
Central Reading location, short walk to station, Oracle and riverside
Chain free sale — ready for a quick completion
Top-floor converted loft; sloping/low ceilings in parts
Compact footprint: approximately 301 sq ft (small apartment)
154 years remaining on the lease — long leasehold term
Solid brick Victorian building; likely no cavity insulation
High local crime rate — consider security and area checks
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; mains gas heating
Set on the top floor of a converted Victorian terrace, this compact one-bedroom flat offers an affordable entry into central Reading living. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen maximises the 301 sq ft footprint, while a double bedroom with en‑suite provides practical privacy. With Reading Station, The Oracle and riverside amenities within easy walking distance, the location is the property’s strongest selling point.
The lease has 154 years remaining and the flat is being sold chain free, making the purchase straightforward for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor. Modern mains gas heating with a boiler and radiators is in place, and fast broadband plus excellent mobile signal support home working and streaming.
Buyers should note the apartment is small and sits at loft/top-floor level with some sloping/low ceilings typical of converted attic space. The building dates from c.1900–1929 with solid brick walls likely lacking modern cavity insulation, so there may be future retrofit or heating-cost considerations. The immediate area is inner-city cosmopolitan but records a higher local crime rate, which may be a concern for some purchasers.
Overall this is a budget-friendly, well-located city centre flat suited to someone seeking a compact, low‑maintenance base or a straightforward rental investment. It will best suit buyers prepared for compact living and potential minor improvements to maximise comfort and efficiency.
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