House · RG1 1SN
Listing removedReduced £1.2k (−37%) on 21 JunListed 201 days · slow let
Opportunity summary
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About
This exceptional commercial retail unit presents a premier opportunity situated in the absolute heart of Reading.
Perfectly positioned to capitalise on the thriving local market, these premises offer a secure and highly visible location for your business to flourish.
The property is spaciously arranged across the ground floor and basement levels. The ground floor provides an inviting open retail space alongside a dedicated consulting area.
Furthermore, the basement level offers additional consulting rooms, ample storage space, and a water closet.
The location is outstanding, placing the unit directly on the doorstep of the vibrant town centre of Reading.
The property enjoys immediate access to a vast array of prominent high-street retail shops, independent cafes, and riverside dining at The Oracle shopping centre, which is just a short stroll away.
This area is widely renowned for its dynamic lifestyle, blending historic charm with modern city conveniences to ensure a consistent and high volume of footfall from business professionals and visitors alike.
Connectivity is another standout feature, with Reading Station located only a short walk from the property.
This major transport hub offers rapid, direct access to London Paddington and extensive routes via the Elizabeth Line.
This excellent transport link makes the property a highly strategic choice for businesses looking to attract customers from both the capital and the wider Thames Valley region.
Value & comps
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Rental comparables are shown in the Rental section below. Sold comparables remain for area capital context only.
Returns
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Deal
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.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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