Summary - Flat 3 Edward Place, 240, Kings Road RG1 4NY
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Move-in-ready apartment with parking and a long new lease near Reading centre.
Two bedrooms with open-plan lounge/diner (approx. 657 sq ft)
Modern fitted kitchen and bathroom, move-in ready
Allocated off-street parking plus visitor permit
New 125-year lease to be granted on completion
Service charge circa £2,041 per year; ground rent £200 pa
Electric storage heating — check likely energy costs
Located ~1 mile to Reading town centre and mainline station
Local area records higher-than-average crime rates
This well-presented two-bedroom apartment on Kings Road offers a practical, move-in-ready home for first-time buyers. Set on the first floor of a contemporary block, the flat delivers an open-plan lounge/diner, a modern fitted kitchen and a smart bathroom across about 657 sq ft of living space.
Practical benefits include an allocated off-street parking space, communal bike store and a new 125-year lease to be granted on completion. The location is a major selling point: a mile’s walk to Reading town centre, close to the mainline station, Royal Berkshire Hospital and local colleges, making daily travel and amenities straightforward.
Be aware of running costs and local context: the service charge averages £2,041 pa and ground rent is £200 pa. Heating is provided by electric storage heaters, so anticipated energy costs should be checked. The area records higher crime levels than average — buyers should satisfy themselves on local safety and security measures.
Overall, this apartment suits buyers seeking an affordable entry into Reading with good transport links and low immediate refurbishment needs. The combination of a long new lease, allocated parking and proximity to universities and town-centre amenities gives clear potential for both homebuyers and buy-to-let investors.
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