Summary - 7 THE PLUMMERY READING RG1 3JQ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
No onward chain with allocated parking and excellent transport links..
- Second-floor one-bedroom with river-facing Juliet balconies
- Share of freehold; long lease (approx 959 years)
- Allocated off-street parking space included
- Well-presented, 552 sq ft; move-in condition
- Service charge £1,384.34 per year
- Council Tax Band C (Reading Borough Council)
- Located in an area with very high crime rates
- Urban centre location; nearby shops and transport links
Set on the second floor with two Juliet balconies overlooking the River Kennet, this well-presented one-bedroom apartment offers a low-entry route into Reading town centre. The compact 552 sq ft layout includes lounge/diner, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, plus an allocated off-street parking space and a long lease of approximately 959 years.
Practical ownership is straightforward: share of freehold, no ground rent, and a service charge of £1,384.34 per year. The property benefits from fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, making it suitable for professionals working from home, first-time buyers, or buy-to-let investors seeking town-centre rental demand.
Buyers should note material local factors: the area records very high crime levels and is classified as deprived, which may influence living experience and rental appeal. The building was constructed in the late 1990s and has double glazing and mains gas heating via boiler and radiators; any ongoing maintenance will be managed through the service charge.
This chain-free flat presents practical, move-in-ready accommodation with sensible running costs and strong transport and amenity access. It suits someone prioritising convenience and river views over large living spaces, or an investor targeting central Reading renters.
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