Summary - Tean House, Havergate Way, Reading, RG2 RG2 0GU
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright one‑bed home with parking and excellent transport links for first‑time buyers.
Long lease: 980 years remaining
Comfortable one-bedroom apartment in Kennet Island, offered with a long lease (980 years) and modern fittings. The open-plan living area and fully fitted kitchen provide a bright, low-maintenance home suitable for first-time buyers or a lettable investment. At about 508 sq ft the layout includes a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a spacious bathroom.
Practical running costs include a service charge of approximately £1,620 per year and a ground rent of £532 per year; council tax sits in Band B. The development benefits from allocated permit parking, communal grounds with wetlands, fast broadband (FTTC) and excellent transport links — Reading station and the Elizabeth Line are readily accessible, plus local bus services.
Buyers should note local context: the wider area is classed as deprived with higher crime levels, and the neighbourhood demographic includes many migrant families and an urban cultural mix. The building is modern (2007–2011) with double glazing and gas central heating; the apartment is presented in good condition but offers potential to personalise finishes.
Overall this apartment represents an accessible entry to Reading property — practical, well-located and straightforward to manage — while requiring buyers to weigh service and ground costs against its strong transport and rental appeal.
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