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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · RG6 7XN
Sold STCListed 51 days
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Georgina & Sarah Estate Agents View The ideal first-time purchase or investment opportunity due to the spacious living accommodation, generous bedroom sizes, private front door, no service charges and convenient location.
Residents parking spot just outside the property and a pathway leads to storage cupboard and a private front door.
Coming up to the first floor, the maisonette is bright and airy due to the large windows flooding the rooms with natural light.
The living room is a great size and leads through to the kitchen with integrated oven and hob. There is space for a dishwasher, washing machine and under-counter fridge.
The main bedroom is a fantastic size and has a large cupboard over the stairs offering ample wardrobe space. The second bedroom is also a good-size double.
The neutral bathroom has electric shower over bath.
The property is tastefully decorated throughout with a pleasant outlook from each window, making this an appealing and affordable home for first-time buyers, downsizers or investors.
Sellers View "When we bought our home on Melling Close, we thought we’d stay for a couple of years – five years later, we’re still here!
It’s been the perfect first home for us and somewhere we’ve made so many happy memories. We’ve particularly loved how peaceful it is.
Being at the end of the close means there’s very little passing traffic or footfall, while still being in such a convenient location for shops, amenities and getting around Reading.
We’ve also been incredibly lucky with our neighbours. Everyone is genuinely friendly and welcoming, with a lovely sense of community while still having your own privacy.
They’ll definitely be one of the things we miss most." Location Information This is a peaceful spot in Earley, surrounded by professional family homes.
The maisonette is tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac yet has footpaths to easily connect to Mill Lane for public transport and the nature reserve along the River Loddon, ideal for dog walkers and those who enjoy the outdoors.
Earley train station is about a 20-minute walk with fast access to Reading mainline train station, with connections to London Paddington in as little as 22 minutes.
There are regular buses to Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell and Woodley within a ten-minute walk, making this a convenient location for commuters and professionals.
The George Pub & Restaurant and Showcase Cinema are within a ten-minute walk. Council Tax Band: C Leasehold: 87 years remaining No service or maintenance charges
Value & comps
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Returns
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