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Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG2

Letting details

Let available date:
01/08/2026
Deposit:
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Furnish type:
Furnished
Council Tax:
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PROPERTY TYPE

Flat

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Key features

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  • Students Can Enquire
  • Property Reference Number: 2976014

Description

Property Reference: 2976014.

Characterful one bedroom Victorian Flat with parking. Pets welcome - friendly, experienced, local landlords. 

£1,250 per calendar month
Available from 1 August 2026
Part furnished
Maximum household of two people
Council Tax Band B
EPC rating: E

A well-cared-for, one-bedroom ground-floor flat in a converted Victorian house, with its own front door, one allocated off-road parking space, plenty of original character and specialist sound insulation in the ceilings!

The flat is conveniently located on Basingstoke Road, within easy reach of Reading town centre, Reading station, local shops and bus services.

THE ACCOMMODATION
- The living room: has an original sandstone fireplace, built-in bookshelves and cupboards, dining table, four fold away dining chairs, and a sofa bed (with washable covers!). 

- The double bedroom includes fitted wardrobes, a double bed with mattress protector provided, and blackout lined curtains.

- The solid oak, fitted kitchen includes: granite work surfaces, 1.5 undercounter stainless steel sink, perlator tap, compact dishwasher, new double electric oven, glass electric hob and extractor, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, space-saving fold-away kitchen table (in the big cupboard).

- The fully tiled bathroom has a curved shower enclosure, heated towel rail, extractor fan and built-in shelving.

The flat retains a number of attractive period features, including original Victorian doors and floors, while also providing the practical appliances and storage needed for everyday living.

PART-FURNISHED

The flat is offered part-furnished, including the double bed, fitted wardrobes, rugs, sofa bed, dinintable, built in bookshelves and cupboards, fold-away kitchen table, light and window dressings. 

DIRECT FROM RESPONSIVE PRIVATE LANDLORDS

The property is let and managed directly by local private landlords rather than through a letting agency.

We take maintenance seriously and believe that a landlord should look after the property properly. We will respond promptly and sensibly whenever something needs attention.

PETS WELCOME

Responsible pet owners are genuinely welcome, subject to the suitability of the pet and written agreement.

Friendly pets should be aware that the landlord may politely ask their permission for a cuddle when attending for maintenance.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Suitable for a household of no more than two people
• Strictly non-smoking, non-vaping property: smoking is not permitted inside
• Pets considered positively by written agreement
• One allocated off-road parking space
• Council Tax Band B
• All applicants will be subject to standard referencing, affordability and Right to Rent checks
• Deposit: £1,300

To enquire, please tell us:

• Who would be living at the property
• Your preferred moving date
• Whether you have any pets
• When you would normally be available for a viewing

Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £1,250.00 per month (£288.46 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £1,250.00
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes furnished
- Available to move in from 01 August 2026
- Maximum number of tenants is 2
- Students welcome to enquire
- No Smokers
- Bills not included
- Property has parking
- No Garden Access
- EPC Rating: E

If calling, please quote reference: 2976014

Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.


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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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