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About This Property

Discover what makes this home special

The Harold is a modern one-bedroom apartment located in the thriving town of Reading. With a thoughtfully designed layout, this property offers a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The bedroom is generously sized, and the bathroom features contemporary fittings. Situated in a newly developed community, The Harold provides a blend of comfort and convenience, ideal for first-time buyers or investors.

Property Features

This property boasts an open-plan living area that combines functionality with style. The contemporary bathroom is fitted with modern fixtures, while energy-efficient appliances contribute to lower utility costs. The Harold also includes an allocated parking space and benefits from the NHBC warranty, ensuring peace of mind for buyers.

Open-plan living areaContemporary bathroomEnergy-efficient appliancesAllocated parking spaceNHBC warranty

Local Amenities

The Harold is conveniently located near Reading Station, providing excellent transport links to London and beyond. The Oracle Shopping Centre is just a short distance away, offering a variety of retail and dining options. Families will appreciate the proximity to local schools and parks, while supermarkets and restaurants are within easy reach, ensuring all daily needs are met.

Reading StationOracle Shopping CentreLocal schoolsParksRestaurantsSupermarkets
Reading Station Train Station (2.1 miles, 7 mins drive) • 25 mins via train to London

Mortgage Calculator

25%
25
4.5%
Monthly Payment-
Purchase Costs
Total Price£219,950
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£219,950
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

Strong Investment
78/100
ChallengingModerateGoodExcellent
Proximity to transport links
High rental demand in Reading

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£219,950
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
5.7%
Based on £1,050/mo rent
Area Price Growth
+4.2%
Average annual increase
5-Year Value Forecast
£270,186
+£50,236 projected gain
5-Year Rent Forecast
£1,247/mo
Based on 3.5% annual growth
Price per Sq Ft£400
Annual Rent Income£12,600
10-Year ROI229%
Break-Even Point17 yrs

Property Value Projection

Based on 4.2% annual growth
£270,186
5yr
£331,895
10yr
£407,699
15yr
£500,816
20yr
£615,201
25yr
Current: £219,950

Monthly Rental Income

Based on 3.5% annual growth
£1,247
5yr
£1,481
10yr
£1,759
15yr
£2,089
20yr
£2,481
25yr
Current: £1,050/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

First Floor

Property Floorplan

Site Plan

Site Plan

Location

Nearby Schools

Caversham Primary SchoolPrimary
Outstanding0.8 miles
The Heights Primary SchoolPrimary
Good1.2 miles
Reading SchoolSecondary
Outstanding2.5 miles
Kendrick SchoolSecondary
Outstanding2.7 miles

Commute Time Planner

London Waterloo
25 mins
1h 10m
Heathrow Airport
1h
45 mins

Sun Path & Natural Light

NESW
South-East-Facing Excellent
10h
Garden Sun (Summer)
Yes
Morning Sun
No
Afternoon Sun

Room-by-Room Light Analysis

Living Room
Morning Excellent
Afternoon Good
Evening Low
Bedroom
Morning Good
Afternoon Moderate
Evening Low

Location Scores

68
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
72
Transit Score
Excellent Transit
55
Bike Score
Bikeable

Area Vibe

Family-Friendly
Green Spaces
Well-Connected

Connectivity

Broadband Speed
100 Mbps
FTTP (Full Fibre)
Excellent
Mobile Signal
Excellent
EE, Three, Vodafone, O2

Future Developments Nearby

Transport+Positive Impact
Reading Green Park Station
3 milesEst. 2025
Commercial+Positive Impact
Town Centre Regeneration
2 milesEst. 2026
* Information based on local planning applications and may be subject to change

Portfolio Analysis

80
Portfolio Fit Score
Excellent Investment Match
Risk LevelLow
Liquidity
75%
Market DemandHigh Demand
This property shows strong fundamentals with low risk and high demand - ideal for conservative investors.
£219,950

The Harold

Reading, Reading GU11 4BE
1
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
550
Sq Ft
apartment
Type

Property Grades

Amenities70
Features75
Growth65
Yield70
Connect80
Transport85
Future68
Location72
Overall73

Developer

Bellway
Available Plot Numbers
179
1 plot available
Ownershipfreehold
0

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