Summary - AVELEY HOUSE 61 ILIFFE CLOSE READING RG1 2QF
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Long lease, parking and city views — ideal for buy-to-let or convenient owner-occupation..
- Elevated Juliet balcony views across Reading
- Two bedrooms; principal with en-suite
- 673 sq ft living space; 15' x 10'7 living room
- Long lease remaining (978 years)
- Undercroft parking and communal gardens
- Gas central heating and double glazing (post-2002)
- Leasehold with service charge c. £2,568 pa and ground rent £200
- Walking distance to Central Reading and local transport
This two-bedroom apartment in Iliffe Close is a practical, well-presented option for buy-to-let investors or an owner-occupier seeking central Reading convenience. Set on an upper level with a Juliet balcony, the flat delivers elevated views across the town and a bright 15' x 10'7 living space. Bedroom one benefits from an en-suite; a second bathroom serves the principal accommodation. The property has gas central heating, recent double glazing, and an EPC C rating.
The building offers communal gardens and undercroft parking, plus easy walking access to Central Reading and local amenities. With a long lease (978 years) and no onward chain, ownership transfer is straightforward. The apartment’s 673 sq ft layout is typical for the area and should appeal to professionals, sharers or landlords targeting steady rental demand close to transport and services.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold flat with an annual service charge (approximately £2,568) and a small ground rent (£200). The outdoor space is communal rather than private. Council tax is moderate and the neighbourhood is an urban, cosmopolitan mix with generally good digital connectivity and low flood risk. These factors keep ongoing costs predictable but reduce private outdoor space appeal.
Overall, this is a low-management investment or a well-located step-on-to-the-ladder home: strong location, secure parking and long lease balance against service charges and leasehold tenure. Viewing recommended for purchasers who prioritise location and rental potential over private garden space.
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