Summary - 21 BARNSDALE ROAD READING RG2 7JG
2 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Compact home with garden, garage and easy commuter links.
Two-bedroom first-floor maisonette with private rear garden
A well-presented two-bedroom first-floor maisonette arranged over two floors, offering bright living space, a private mature garden and a single garage with driveway parking. The lounge/diner and fitted kitchen provide practical everyday living; a boarded loft adds useful storage and houses the gas boiler. Located in a popular Reading neighbourhood close to schools, shops and transport links, the flat suits first-time buyers, downsizers or buy-to-let purchasers.
Important practical strengths include private outside space — a deep lawned garden ideal for relaxing or entertaining — secure off-street parking and a garage with light and power. The property is comfortable now, with double glazing, gas central heating and a modern family bathroom, which reduces immediate refurbishment costs.
Key financial and legal points are factual and material: the property is leasehold with only 81 years remaining and a ground rent of £100 per year. The short lease will almost certainly require a formal lease extension, which affects mortgageability and costs; buyers should obtain specialist legal and valuation advice before committing. The building dates from c.1930–49 and cavity walls are uninsulated, so buyers may wish to consider insulation improvements to reduce running costs.
Overall this is a compact, practical home offering outside space and parking in a convenient Reading location, but the lease length is the primary constraint and should be factored into budgeting and mortgage arrangements.
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