2 bed terraced house for sale

William Street, Reading RG1

Located in the heart of central Reading, this beautifully presented two-bedroom terraced home with a converted basement room offers stylish and versatile living just a short walk from Reading town centre and the mainline railway station. Blending character features with modern updates, this property is ideal for first-time buyers, young professionals, or investors seeking a high-demand location with strong transport links and amenities on the doorstep.

Ground Floor:
Upon entry, you are welcomed into a hallway with access to the main living areas, with stairs leading to the first floor. The lounge with high ceilings, original wooden floors and a feature wood burner with plenty of space for seating. A second reception room, currently used as a dining room, but is versatile in uses dependant on requirements.

At the rear of the home is a recently fitted modern kitchen with shaker-style cabinetry, integrated oven and hob, and space for appliances. A rear door leads out to the private garden.

Basement:
Accessed via stairs from the dining room, the converted basement offers a valuable additional living space. Currently used as a home office, it could equally serve as a guest bedroom, home gym, or creative workspace—offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle. It was recently refurbished throughout.

First Floor:
Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, both bright and comfortable with character features and neutral décor. The bathroom features a stylish three-piece suite including a bath with overhead shower, vanity sink unit, and WC.

Loft:
A loft hatch has been added to the property, it comes with a fold down ladder for easy access and is partly boarded in the loft for additional storage space.

Exterior:
To the rear is a private enclosed garden, low-maintenance and perfect for summer evenings, BBQs, or relaxing with a morning coffee. There is also potential for additional landscaping or a small storage shed.

Location

William Street is ideally located just minutes from the Oracle Shopping Centre, Reading Mainline Station (with direct trains to London Paddington in under 30 minutes), and the planned Crossrail/Elizabeth Line connection, further boosting connectivity to the capital and Canary Wharf.

The local area offers schools, a range of cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, green spaces and just a short walk to the Thames river side, with excellent access to major road links including the A33, M4, and A329(M).

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax Band

B

Property Description Disclaimer

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