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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · RG6 1QB
Listing removedReduced £15k (−2.1%) on 21 JunListed 246 days
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About
Located in one of Reading’s most sought-after residential settings within the highly regarded University area, this attractive Victorian semi-detached home offers versatile accommodation arranged over three floors.
Positioned just moments from Palmer Park, the property blends character features with contemporary family living.
The heart of the home is a well-appointed open-plan kitchen/dining/family space, thoughtfully designed for modern lifestyles, with bi-fold doors opening onto a patio terrace, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining.
To the front, a formal living room showcases a charming period fireplace, while an additional reception room with adjoining shower room provides excellent flexibility, ideal as a family room or guest suite if required.
The property retains a number of original fireplaces adding character throughout. Outside, there is a part-walled private garden along with the valuable benefit of off-road parking.
The location is exceptionally convenient, offering easy access to Reading town centre and its mainline station, Earley station and the A329M.
Business parks, local amenities and a wide choice of highly regarded independent and state schools are all within close proximity.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, this is a rare opportunity to secure a substantial period home in a prime University area address.
Additional Information: Parking The property has a driveway parking for one vehicle and there is on-street parking that requires residents and visitors permits which are issued upon application by Reading Borough Council, charges apply, for an up to date list of charges please check "permit charges" Property construction – Standard form Services: Gas - mains Water – mains Drainage – mains Electricity - mains Heating - gas central heating Broadband connection available (information obtained from Ofcom): Ultrafast – Fibre to the premises (FTTP) Mobile phone coverage For an indication of specific speeds and supply of broadband and mobile, we recommend potential buyers go to the Ofcom web-site “Broadband and mobile coverage checker” Garden The rear garden incorporates a paved patio terrace with side pedestrian gate access to the front of the house.
The part-walled garden is lawned with a paved pathway and interspersed by a number of mature apple trees.
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About 22, College Road, Reading
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