1 bed flat for sale

Sussex House, 6 The Forbury, Reading, Berkshire RG1

A delightful and spacious one-bedroom second floor apartment in the former Post Office building. Ideally positioned in the very heart of Reading town centre, just moments from Reading railway station. The station provides direct services to London Paddington in under 25 minutes and forms part of the Elizabeth Line, offering seamless connections to the City of London and Canary Wharf - perfect for commuters.
Completed in 2015, the development offers modern living throughout. The well-planned accommodation comprises a bright and airy open-plan lounge/diner with a high-specification fitted kitchen, a generous double bedroom, and a contemporary bathroom. Large windows enhance the sense of space and natural light, creating a comfortable and stylish home environment.
Further benefits include secure gated parking and the significant advantage of no chain complications, ensuring a smooth and straightforward purchase.
This exceptional property would make an ideal investment opportunity, with a potential rental income of approximately £1,350 per calendar month, or equally suit commuters and young professionals seeking a prime central location with outstanding transport links.
Early viewing is highly recommended.

Location: Sussex House is located above the post office in Market Place on the corner of The Forbury. Reading is one of the south east's largest towns only 25 minutes from London by train, with trains running every five minutes or so, Reading is home to many of the city's commuters. Reading also has easy links by road or rail to Swindon, Oxford, Basingstoke, Heathrow and farther afield. Beyond the hive of commercial activity, Reading is nestled in the heart of Royal Berkshire offering beautiful riverside walks on the Thames and tow path ambles on the Kennet and Avon canals and with the nearby Berkshire Downs and Chilterns, beautiful countryside is never far away. Reading offers a rich mix of shops and markets. In the heart of the town, The Oracle combines chic boutiques and designer stores and within a minute's walk there are many high-street favourites including John Lewis and Marks & Spencer. There are restaurants, cafes and brasseries to suit every taste in Reading. Plus there are numerous bars and restaurants on the Oracle Riverside.
Reading school founded in 1125 is the 16th oldest school in England, there are 6 other state secondary schools along with 37 state primary schools in the borough. In addition there are some well-recognised and top ranked independent and public schools in Reading and its surrounding catchment. Schools such as Leighton Park, Queen Annes, The Abbey, Crosfields, Bradfield College, The Oratory and Bluecoat are just some of the outstanding public schools in the area. Kendrick girls' school is one of the top grammar schools in the UK. Reading University established in 1892 is a 'red brick' and ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world. There are almost 23,000 students from all over the globe.