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£595,000

2 bed flat for sale
Abbots Walk, Reading RG1

    • 2 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 1 reception

  • Share of Freehold

Davis Tate - Reading

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About this property

  • Grade II Listed Conversion

  • Private South Facing Balcony

  • Secure Gated Parking

  • 0.3 Miles From Reading Station

  • Family Bathroom & En-suite

  • Overlooking Forbury Gardens

  • Views Over Reading Abbey

  • Quiet Cul-De-Sac Location

A beautifully presented split-level apartment within a Grade II listed Georgian building, ideally positioned in the heart of Reading on a quiet no-through road. This rare home enjoys an enviable setting, with balconies overlooking Forbury Gardens and the listed Reading Gaol to the front and the historic Abbey ruins to the rear, creating an exceptional town-centre lifestyle just 0.3 miles from the mainline station.

The accommodation comprises two double bedrooms, a spacious living room, and a kitchen/diner, along with a re-fitted en suite shower room and a separate modern shower room.

To the rear, the property further benefits from secure gated parking. EPC Exempt.

Local Information
Central Reading is ideal for commuters and families, with fast non-stop services to London Paddington, easy access to M4 Junctions 11 & 12, and proximity to London Heathrow, just 30 miles away. The town blends historic charm with modern amenities, featuring the Town Hall, Abbey Ruins, and Forbury Gardens, alongside the newly developed Train Station and Oracle Shopping Centre, which offers a vibrant mix of bars, restaurants, and shops. Located between the River Thames and River Kennet, Reading boasts numerous leisure opportunities, including gyms, clubs, and sports teams. Its education options are excellent, with a renowned university, college, and top primary and secondary schools.

Accommodation
The property is entered via a central hallway with stairs rising to the second floor. On the first floor there is a sitting room featuring a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Forbury Gardens, along with a wrought iron balcony. To the rear is a kitchen/dining room with a further balcony enjoying views of the Reading Abbey Ruins.

On the second floor are two double bedrooms and a bathroom, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en-suite shower room.

Outside Space
The property benefits from a private rear balcony overlooking the Abbey Ruins, along with secure gated parking.

Additional Information
Water, mains drainage, gas and electric connected
Reading Borough Councll
Council Tax Band C

Leasehold Information
Share Of Freehold
957 years remaining
Service charge: £150 pm
Ground Rent: Peppercorn
Conveyancing

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Mortgages

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Exclusive deals are made available to Embrace Financial Services by primis Mortgage Network, to which Embrace Financial Services are an Appointed Representative

Davis Tate Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of primis Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for mortgages, protection insurance and general insurance products.

Embrace Financial Services Ltd. Is an Appointed Representative of primis Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Lettings and management

We offer a complete range of services for Landlords, from fully managed lets to advertising only. Each Landlord who chooses full management has a personal Property Manager and all our fees are based on a ‘no let - no fee’ basis.
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Buyers information


To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of our appointed compliance provider, Simplify, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a charge of £99 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Simplify.
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