Summary - 118 WALDECK STREET READING RG1 2RE
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Compact, low-maintenance home close to shops and fast rail links.
Victorian mid-terrace with period features and high ceilings
This well-presented Victorian mid-terrace offers compact, practical living in central Reading, ideal for a first-time buyer or investor seeking low-maintenance town accommodation. The ground floor’s open-plan living/dining area benefits from high ceilings and period detailing, leading to a modern galley kitchen and a sunny, low-maintenance rear garden. Two double bedrooms and a modern bathroom sit on the upper floors, with a loft partly converted to provide extra space.
The property has been updated with neutral decoration, double glazing and a contemporary kitchen and bathroom, so it is largely move-in ready. The loft conversion offers scope to create a dedicated third bedroom subject to the usual permissions (STPP), adding future value. Council tax is described as cheap and broadband and mobile signal are strong, supporting modern working-from-home needs.
Practical notes: the house is solid-brick Victorian construction with no built-in wall insulation assumed, so buyers should consider thermal improvements. On-street parking requires a permit and outdoor space is limited to a small rear garden and forecourt. The location is highly convenient for Reading town centre, The Oracle and excellent rail links (including direct services to Paddington and the Elizabeth line), making commutes to London fast and straightforward.
Overall, this compact terrace suits buyers wanting central convenience, period character and simple maintenance. It presents straightforward short-term occupation with sensible scope for modest improvements to increase living space or rental income over time.
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