Summary - The Forbury, Reading, RG1 RG1 3EJ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Ideal for commuters seeking instant city-centre access and low-maintenance living.
Chain free sale, ready to occupy or let
Located in the heart of Reading, this one-bedroom apartment offers low-maintenance city living for a commuter or first-time buyer. The layout is efficiently arranged across approximately 482 sq ft, with a 14ft living area, well-equipped integrated kitchen and a generous 17ft bedroom. Walkable to Reading Mainline Station, The Oracle and high street amenities, the property delivers genuine convenience for daily travel and city-centre life.
Practical aspects are straightforward: the lease has 980 years remaining, the sale is chain free, and broadband and mobile coverage are good. The building has lift access and is presented in good decorative order, making it possible to move in quickly or let with minimal immediate work.
Buyers should note material negatives plainly. There is no on-site parking and only on-street parking is available. Heating is electric room heaters rather than gas central heating, which can increase running costs. The service charge is approximately £2,200 per year and ground rent is £300 per year (scheduled review in 2040 will double it to £600). The property fronts a busy town street and sits within a very high crime area and a wider deprived, inner-city neighbourhood, which will affect resale and rental perceptions.
Overall this is a practical, well-placed city-centre flat for someone prioritising location and low initial upkeep. It suits a commuter or a first-time buyer able to accept urban living trade-offs — no parking, higher running costs, and service charges — in exchange for excellent access to transport and town-centre amenities.
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