Summary - 51 Usk Road, Tilehurst RG30 4HR
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Chain-free two-bedroom semi with large garden and scope to extend — ideal first-time buy or investment..
Two double bedrooms and practical two-storey layout
60ft rear garden with garage (restricted vehicle access)
Driveway off-street parking and gated front access
Chain free sale — quicker completion possible
Requires general updating and cosmetic refurbishment throughout
Scope to extend subject to planning permission
Good transport links; Tilehurst station and frequent buses nearby
Located in an area of higher deprivation; consider rental demand risks
This two-bedroom semi-detached home on Usk Road offers a practical starter or investment opportunity in Tilehurst. The layout includes a front living room with fireplace, a rear kitchen/diner, two double bedrooms and a shower room—an efficient footprint for everyday family life or rental use. The property is sold chain free, with driveway parking and a garage (restricted vehicle access) plus a generous 60ft rear garden.
The house requires general updating: décor, fixtures and energy-efficiency improvements are needed, so buyers should budget for renovation. There is scope to extend subject to planning, providing potential to add value for an owner-occupier or landlord prepared to invest. No flood risk and good transport links (Tilehurst station and frequent buses) support commuter convenience.
Location strengths include nearby schools rated Good, local shops and easy access to the A4 and M4. The area shows signs of deprivation and a mixed local profile, so buyers prioritising immediate neighbourhood affluence should note this. Overall, the property suits first-time buyers, young families or investors seeking a reasonably priced project with garden space and commuter-friendly connections.
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