1 Boston Avenue, Reading, RG1 6JU is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1950-1966. The property offers approximately 840 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have two bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £429,560 , which equates to approximately £512 per square foot. It was last sold on 11 Jul 2022 for £430,000. Since then, the value has decreased by £440, representing a 0.1% decrease, or approximately 0.0% per year.

The current estimated value of £429,560 is:

  • 3.5% lower than the average property price on Boston Avenue
  • 3.0% lower than the average in the RG1 6JU postcode area
  • and 2.6% higher than the average price for Reading as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 15 June 2021, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

View sold house prices in RG1 6JU

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1950-1966
Interior Size
840 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£429,560
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£512
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

1 Boston Avenue, Reading, RG1 6JU has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 15 Jun 2021.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 23 Jun 2014, when the property was rated E. Since then, the rating has improved to D, with the energy efficiency score increasing by 20.4%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water system was changed from from main system, no cylinder thermostat to from main system, with its energy efficiency improving from average to good.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 50 mm loft insulation to pitched, 75 mm loft insulation, improving energy efficiency from poor to average.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in all fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from good to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to RG1 6JU

22 nd / 36
Price Rank
3% lower than average
21 st / 26
Size Rank
14% smaller than average
6 th / 26
Price Per Sq FT Rank
13% higher than average

Compared to other properties in RG1 6JU , this house's estimated value ranks 22th out of 36. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 6th out of 26 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 21th out of 26 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£429,560
streetscan.co.uk estimate
-0 %
11 Jul 2022
£430,000
Leasehold
+120.6 %
12 Apr 2006
£194,950
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 4
size: 797 sq ft
sale price: £335,000
sale date: 25 Sep 2018
rooms: 5
size: 818 sq ft
sale price: £375,500
sale date: 22 Sep 2017
rooms: 5
size: 775 sq ft
sale price: £345,000
sale date: 22 Jul 2016
rooms: 5
size: 861 sq ft
sale price: £280,000
sale date: 5 Jun 2015
rooms: 5
size: 958 sq ft
sale price: £299,950
sale date: 25 Sep 2014

Data Sources

The property at 1 Boston Avenue, Reading, RG1 6JU appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 11 Jul 2022. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 15 Jun 2021. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

This website uses public sector information from:

These datasets are licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by HM Land Registry or DLUHC.


Disclaimer: StreetScan.co.uk makes all reasonable efforts to ensure the information provided on this website is current and accurate; however, no warranties or representations are made as to its completeness or accuracy. StreetScan.co.uk expressly disclaims any and all liability for any loss, damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, such information.