2 bed flat for sale

Abbotsmead Place, Caversham, Reading RG4

Shared ownership (Advertised price represents 40% share. Full market value £265,000). A two-bedroom, ground-floor flat in the heart of the desirable Caversham area of Reading, just north of the Thames. There is a Waitrose supermarket plus a range of other shops on, or around, nearby Church Street and riverside public parks such as Caversham Court Gardens and Christchurch Meadows. Rivermead Park and Rivermead Leisure Centre are just south of Caversham Bridge. The property features a dual-aspect (south-west and south-east-facing) reception room, a separate kitchen (accessed via reception), a bathroom with attractive, marble-style tiles and fitted wardrobes in both bedrooms. Outside, there is a communal garden with mature trees and the flat comes with use of an allocated parking space. Reading Station (for rail services to numerous destinations including fast, frequent trains to London Paddington) is within comfortable walking distance or a brief bus or bike ride. Thameside Primary School is just minutes away and there are three other primaries within a half-mile radius, all are Ofsted-rated 'Good'.

Interested parties are required to complete the shared ownership common application form [ ]

(Please note the minimum income and deposit requirements for eligibility. You do not need to request a viewing separately once you have completed the application form.)

Housing Association: A2Dominion.
Tenure: Leasehold (currently 99 years from 01/01/1998,99 year extension in progress).
Minimum Share: 40% (£106,000). The housing association will expect that you will purchase the largest share affordable.
Shared Ownership Rent: £320.88 per month (subject to annual review).
Service Charge: £241.54 per month (subject to annual review).
Guideline Minimum Income: Dual - £34,400 | Single - £40,700 (based on minimum share and 10% deposit).
Council Tax: Band C, Reading Borough Council. Priority is given to applicants living and/or working in this local authority.

This property is offered for sale in the condition seen. The housing association does not warrant to carry out any remedial or redecoration work of a cosmetic nature unless specifically advised in writing. As a general rule, fitted domestic appliances are included in the sale; non-fitted appliances are not. If you require confirmation, you must request this in writing from Urban Moves. The information in this document supersedes any information given verbally either in person or by telephone. Pets not permitted (except assistance animals).

What is shared ownership ?

Shared Ownership is a housing scheme designed to help homebuyers who are unable to afford the cost of buying a property outright on the open market. Properties may be sold off-plan or new build direct from housing associations, or pre-owned from existing shared owners. The rules and terms of the scheme are set by the Greater London Authority (gla) in London and Homes England outside of London.

Is shared ownership for you ?

The gla and Homes England set the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership, but broadly speaking you must:

1. Not own another property in the UK or any other country.
2. Have a household income that falls below £90,000 (£80,000 threshold outside the M25). Every property will have a minimum income level too, determined by its value, rent and service charge costs. In most cases you will need to meet or exceed the given minimum income.
3. Have access to a minimum deposit of 10% of the share being purchased (a minimum deposit of 5% of the share being purchased may be acceptable depending on individual financial status).
4. Be in full time permanent employment.
5. Be a British, EU or eea Citizen or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
6. Have a good credit history.

Bathroom

6' 5" max. X 6' 2" max. (1.96m x 1.88m)

Bedroom 2

9' 3" min. X 7' (2.82m x 2.13m)

Bedroom 1

12' 5" max. X 11' 6" max. Or 9' 11" min. (3.78m x 3.51m/3.02m)

Reception Room

16' 4" x 11' 11" (4.98m x 3.63m)

Kitchen

9' 3" x 7' 4" (2.82m x 2.24m)