Reading · RG1
Howard Street, Reading
Howard Street, Reading, RG1
Elegant and contemporary two-bedroom duplex apartment set across the top two floors of a charming period conversion. The property features a bright lounge with character beam, modern fitted kitchen, two spacious double bedrooms, dedicated study area, and a stylish bathroom. Benefits include gas central heating, double glazing, and no onward chain. Ideally positioned within easy walking distance of Reading town centre, The Oracle and mainline station with Elizabeth Line services.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Spacious two-bedroom duplex apartment set over the top two floors of a period conversion
- Share of freehold with a newly extended 999-year lease
- Bright lounge and character ceiling beam
- Contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated oven and modern finishes
- Two generous double bedrooms, both with excellent natural light
- Modern bathroom with white three-piece suite and shower over bath
- Dedicated study area ideal for home working
- Gas central heating and double glazing throughout
- Walking distance to Reading town centre, Oracle and mainline station (Elizabeth Line)
- Offered with no onward chain for a smooth, hassle-free purchase
Read the full agent description
Welcome to this elegant and contemporary two-bedroom duplex apartment, beautifully arranged across the top two floors of a charming period conversion. Combining classic character with modern comfort, this share of freehold property benefits from a newly extended 999-year lease, offering both peace of mind and long-term security.
The first floor opens into a bright lounge featuring a character ceiling beam and window that fill the space with natural light – the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. The adjacent modern kitchen includes sleek cabinetry, an integrated oven, and stylish finishes designed for both function and flair.
Upstairs, two well-proportioned double bedrooms provide peaceful retreats, each enjoying plenty of light and space. The contemporary bathroom features a pristine white three-piece suite with a shower over bath, while a dedicated study area provides the ideal spot for home working.
Further highlights include gas central heating, double glazing throughout, and the benefit of no onward chain.
Situated just a short walk from Reading town centre, The Oracle, and the mainline station with direct Elizabeth Line services to London, this home offers both charm and connectivity in equal measure.
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Connected for everyday life
97%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
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Getting about
0.4 milesto Reading Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.5 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 14.9 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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