Summary - 23 St. James Wharf, Forbury Road RG1 3JJ
1 bed 1 bath Penthouse
Light-filled one-bedroom penthouse with wrap-around balcony, minutes from Reading station.
- Wrap-around balcony with riverside and Reading Abbey views
- Lift access to top-floor private entrance
- Light open-plan kitchen/living area, modern bathroom
- Double bedroom with built-in wardrobes
- No allocated parking; on-street parking only
- Electric ceiling heating (potentially higher running costs)
- Lease c.100 years remaining; ground rent £100 rising to £125 (2026)
- Located 5-minute walk from Reading station; fast broadband
A light-filled top-floor penthouse in the heart of Reading, this one-bedroom apartment offers immediate town-centre convenience and memorable riverside views from a large wrap-around balcony. The open-plan living and kitchen space feels airy and practical, while the double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes for tidy storage. Lift access to the shared landing makes the top floor easy to reach.
This home is well suited to first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors seeking a compact, modern property within a five-minute walk of Reading station, shops and Forbury Gardens. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting remote working and streaming. The apartment sits on a long lease (c.100 years remaining) with a low ground rent of £100 pa, rising to £125 in 2026.
Buyers should note there is no allocated parking; only on-street parking is available. Heating is electric ceiling heating which can be more expensive than gas alternatives. The local area is lively and well connected but has a higher-than-average crime level, which may be a consideration for some purchasers.
Overall this penthouse offers strong central location and view-driven appeal, with straightforward, modern interiors and clear potential for someone wanting a low-maintenance, city-centre base or a rental income opportunity.
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