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About This Property

Discover what makes this home special

The Edgar is a stunning modern two-bedroom apartment located in the thriving town of Reading. Designed for contemporary living, this property offers a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, complemented by two generously sized bedrooms, including a master bedroom with an en-suite. The south-west aspect ensures plenty of natural light throughout the day, making it a bright and welcoming home. Situated in a well-connected area, this property is ideal for professionals, small families, or investors seeking a high-demand rental property.

Property Features

This property boasts a thoughtfully designed open-plan layout, perfect for modern living. The master bedroom includes an en-suite for added convenience, while the south-west aspect ensures abundant natural light. Additional features include a modern fitted kitchen, energy-efficient design, and allocated parking.

Open-plan layoutEn-suite to master bedroomSouth-west aspectEnergy-efficient designAmple storageModern fitted kitchen+1

Local Amenities

The Edgar is ideally located close to key amenities, including Reading Station, offering excellent transport links to London and beyond. Nearby, The Oracle Shopping Centre provides a wide range of retail and dining options. Families will appreciate the proximity to well-regarded schools and parks, while professionals will benefit from the vibrant town center and its array of restaurants and cafes.

Reading StationThe Oracle Shopping CentreReading UniversitySchoolsParksRestaurants+2
Reading Station Train Station (2.5 miles, 8 mins drive) • 25 mins by train to London

Mortgage Calculator

25%
25
4.5%
Monthly Payment-
Purchase Costs
Total Price£292,500
Mortgage Deposit-
Stamp Duty-
Deposit Contribution£0
Searches & Other£1,500
Legal Fees£2,000
Total Cash Required-
Monthly Costs & Income
Service Charge£0/mo
Ground Rent£0/mo
Mortgage-
Landlord's Insurance£25/mo
Agency Fees (10%)-
Est. Rent-
Net Monthly-

Mortgage Calculator

10%
25
4.5%
Monthly Payment-
Purchase Costs
Total Price£292,500
Mortgage Deposit-
Stamp Duty-
Deposit Contribution£0
Searches & Other£1,500
Legal Fees£1,500
Total Cash Required-
Monthly Costs
Service Charge£0/mo
Ground Rent£0/mo
Mortgage-
Home Insurance£30/mo
Total Monthly-

International Suitability

Excellent Opportunity
80/100
ChallengingModerateGoodExcellent
Strong rental demand
Proximity to Reading Station
Modern new-build design

International Buyer Calculator

35%
20
5.5%
Monthly Payment-
International buyers typically require 25-40% deposit with limited lender options
Purchase Costs (Non-UK Resident)
Total Price£292,500
Mortgage Deposit (Min 25%)-
Stamp Duty + 2% Surcharge-
Legal Fees (Intl Complex)£3,500
AML & ID Verification£500
Bank Transfer Fees£1,000
Total Cash Required-
Monthly Costs & Income
Service Charge£0/mo
Ground Rent£0/mo
Mortgage-
Full Management (15%)-
Landlord's Insurance£35/mo
Est. Rent-
Net Monthly-
Key Considerations for International Buyers
+2% Stamp DutyAdditional surcharge for non-UK residents on property purchases
Higher DepositMost lenders require 25-40% deposit for non-UK residents
AML ComplianceEnhanced due diligence and source of funds verification required
Property ManagementFull management service recommended for overseas landlords

Investment Analytics

Key metrics for investors & buyers
Gross Rental Yield
5.9%
Based on £1,450/mo rent
Area Price Growth
+4.2%
Average annual increase
5-Year Value Forecast
£359,306
+£66,806 projected gain
5-Year Rent Forecast
£1,722/mo
Based on 3.5% annual growth
Price per Sq Ft£390
Annual Rent Income£17,400
10-Year ROI238%
Break-Even Point16 yrs

Property Value Projection

Based on 4.2% annual growth
£359,306
5yr
£441,370
10yr
£542,178
15yr
£666,009
20yr
£818,123
25yr
Current: £292,500

Monthly Rental Income

Based on 3.5% annual growth
£1,722
5yr
£2,045
10yr
£2,429
15yr
£2,885
20yr
£3,427
25yr
Current: £1,450/mo
* Projections are estimates based on historical market data and are not guaranteed. Past performance does not indicate future results.

Property Features

Local Area & Amenities

Floorplan

Ground Floor

Property Floorplan

Site Plan

Site Plan

Location

Nearby Schools

Caversham Primary SchoolPrimary
Outstanding1.2 miles
The Heights Primary SchoolPrimary
Good1.5 miles
Reading SchoolSecondary
Outstanding2.8 miles
Kendrick SchoolSecondary
Outstanding2.6 miles
Maiden Erlegh SchoolSecondary
Good3.5 miles

Commute Time Planner

London Paddington
25 mins
1h 20m
Heathrow Airport
1h 10m
45 mins

Sun Path & Natural Light

NESW
South-West-Facing Excellent
12h
Garden Sun (Summer)
No
Morning Sun
Yes
Afternoon Sun

Room-by-Room Light Analysis

Kitchen/Living/Dining
Morning Moderate
Afternoon Excellent
Evening Good
Bedroom 1
Morning Good
Afternoon Excellent
Evening Moderate
Bedroom 2
Morning Good
Afternoon Excellent
Evening Moderate

Location Scores

70
Walk Score
Very Walkable
60
Transit Score
Good Transit
55
Bike Score
Bikeable

Area Vibe

Family-Friendly
Green Spaces
Good Schools

Connectivity

Broadband Speed
67 Mbps
FTTP
Good
Mobile Signal
Strong
EE, Three, Vodafone, O2

Future Developments Nearby

Commercial+Positive Impact
Green Park Business Hub Expansion
3 milesEst. 2025
* Information based on local planning applications and may be subject to change

Portfolio Analysis

78
Portfolio Fit Score
Good Investment Match
Risk LevelLow
Liquidity
75%
Market DemandHigh Demand
This property shows strong fundamentals with low risk and high demand - ideal for conservative investors.
£292,500

The Edgar

Reading, Reading GU11 4BE
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
750
Sq Ft
apartment
Type

Property Grades

Amenities72
Features75
Growth65
Yield71
Connect78
Transport80
Future68
Location75
Overall73

Developer

Bellway
Available Plot Numbers
177
1 plot available
Ownershipfreehold
0

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