2-bedroom terraced house · RG7 5BG
Sold STCReduced £10k (−3.6%) on 30 SepListed 56 days
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About
Parkers – Situated in a popular central location in the heart of Theale village, this characterful two-bedroom period property offers an outstanding opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, or builders seeking a project.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, the home boasts generous proportions and immense potential to modernise and add value.
Conveniently located just a short walk from Theale Mainline Station and the bustling High Street, this property represents an exciting blank canvas in a highly desirable Berkshire setting.
Property Overview EPC Rating: Tbc Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: West Berkshire, Band C (£2,227 annual estimate).
Interior Highlights Condition: This property presents an exciting investment or renovation opportunity for buyers looking to undertake a full refurbishment project.
While requiring comprehensive cosmetic updating, modernizing, and general repairs throughout-including to the walls, flooring, and kitchen/bathroom fittings-the home boasts solid proportions, original character features, and a generous footprint, Living Space: This spacious reception room offers fantastic potential as an investment opportunity or a project for buyers looking to put their own stamp on a home, featuring light wood-effect laminate flooring, a window providing natural light and garden views, direct access through a front entry door, open doorways leading to the kitchen and adjoining areas, and an exposed brick fireplace with a tiled hearth as its central focal point-all presenting an ideal canvas for aesthetic updating and modern refurbishment.
Kitchen: This kitchen space offers fantastic scope for complete modernization and redesign, featuring a central exposed-brick alcove housing a freestanding cooker, wooden cabinetry with tiled splashbacks, a window above the sink unit that brings in natural daylight, and convenient layout connections leading directly to both the main reception room and an adjoining rear utility area.
Bedrooms: The bedrooms offer well-proportioned accommodation with plenty of natural light and excellent potential for cosmetic enhancement, with the primary bedroom featuring extensive dark grey built-in wardrobes alongside neutral carpeting, while the second bedroom includes built-in alcove shelving, bright windows with radiators underneath, and a blank canvas of solid proportions ready for complete redecoration.
Bathroom: This functional bathroom space offers great scope for full refurbishment, featuring an accessible wet room-style layout equipped with an electric shower, wall-mounted safety grab rails, a low-level WC, a pedestal hand wash basin, white tiled walls, vinyl flooring, and an frosted double-glazed window that ensures both privacy and natural light.
Exterior & Grounds Garden: This generous rear garden offers fantastic potential for landscaping, featuring a fully enclosed boundary, mature trees and greenery, an outbuilding at the rear of the garden for storage, and ample space to design a customized outdoor living area.
Utilities & Services Heating: Gas radiator central heating. Utilities: Mains electric, gas, water & Sewage.
Connectivity: The area offers ultrafast broadband availability (up to 1800 mb/s) and mobile coverage across O2, EE, Three and Vodafone networks.
Location & Amenities Education: The area is ideal for families, benefitting from excellent local schooling options nearby. Theale C.E. Primary School (approx.
0.3 miles) holds an "Outstanding" Ofsted rating, while Theale Green Secondary School (approx. 0.4 miles) offers strong secondary education with a "Good" Ofsted rating.
Transport: Commuters benefit from exceptional transport connections right on the doorstep. Theale Mainline Railway Station (approx.
0.3 miles) offers direct, frequent services to Reading, Newbury, and London Paddington, while Junction 12 of the M4 motor-way is just over a mile away for seamless road travel across the region.
Daily Essentials: Perfectly positioned for effortless everyday living, the property is located within an easy five-to-ten-minute stroll of Theale's bustling and vibrant High Street, which provides an excellent array of essential amenities.
For daily shopping, residents can choose between a freshly renovated, comprehensive Co-op Food store and a handy One Stop convenience store, while the local Theale Pharmacy and village Post Office cater seamlessly to everyday healthcare and postal needs.
Leisure Facilities Located in a well-connected West Berkshire village, this area offers convenient access to a diverse array of leisure and recreational facilities perfect for supporting an active lifestyle.
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Theale Golf Club, an established 18-hole parkland course set in 150 acres of picturesque countryside, complete with a practice range and a welcoming clubhouse.
For water sports, Burghfield Sailing Club sits just a short drive away, offering structured courses and taster sessions for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding alongside dedicated youth programs.
Additionally, Theale Green School serves as a vital community hub, extending its reach beyond education to host active sports clubs, indoor basketball, and vibrant community performing arts productions.
Agent Disclaimer These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems, and appliances have not been tested.
The title is currently under review for any potential covenants or restrictions and will be available upon request shortly.
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A small fee is payable to cover the cost of the identity verification and aml checks. These checks are a legal requirement and must be completed before we can fully progress with your purchase.
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