Reading · RG30

Shaftesbury Road, Reading

Shaftesbury Road, Reading, RG30

£280,000 ↓ 6.7% For Salefreehold

Originally listed at £300,000

Agent's summary

No onward chain. Charming 2+1 bedroom Victorian terrace in sought-after West Reading, offering spacious open-plan living, private garden and easy access to Reading centre, West Reading station and Prospect Park.

Beds3
Baths1
Receptions1
TypeHouse
From Bespoke Estate Agents Sales

The home, in the agent’s words

  • Sought-after West Reading location
  • No onward chain complications
  • Spacious 25ft open-plan living/dining room
  • Three well-proportioned bedrooms
  • Ground floor family bathroom
  • Character Victorian terrace
  • Approximately 897 sq ft of accommodation
  • Easy access to Reading town centre
  • Walking distance to Prospect Park
  • Conveniently located for West Reading railway station
Read the full agent description

Presenting a charming two plus one bedroom Victorian terraced home, this property combines period character with practical living space, offering an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, families and investors alike. The attractive red brick façade, complemented by traditional architectural details and a small front garden, creates an appealing first impression and reflects the property's enduring character.

Internally, the accommodation is centred around an impressive open-plan living and dining room extending to almost 25 feet in length. This versatile space offers ample room for both relaxing and entertaining, with wood-effect flooring, a feature fireplace and natural light flowing through from front to back, creating a bright and welcoming environment.

The kitchen is positioned to the rear of the property and provides a practical layout with a range of storage units and worktop space, offering buyers the opportunity to update and personalise to their own tastes over time. Beyond the kitchen, the ground floor bathroom is fitted with a modern suite comprising bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

The first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two generous doubles and a larger-than-average third bedroom, providing flexible accommodation for families, guests or those requiring home office space. Throughout the property, the neutral décor provides a blank canvas for future owners to create a home tailored to their individual style.

Externally, the property benefits from a private enclosed rear garden, incorporating both patio and lawn areas, along with a covered seating area and useful storage shed. This outdoor space offers excellent potential for entertaining, gardening or simply enjoying time outdoors.

Further benefits include unrestricted on-street parking and, importantly, the property is offered to the market with no onward chain. Situated on a sought-after road in West Reading, the property enjoys easy access to Reading town centre, West Reading railway station, Prospect Park and a wide range of local amenities, making it an ideal choice for commuters and families alike.

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Connected for everyday life

100%

of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.

Available speed bands
30+ Mbps
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300+ Mbps
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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode RG30 2QR · residential premises

Getting about

0.8 miles

to Reading West Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
6.9 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
8.5 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline

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 area

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