3 Valentine Close, Reading, RG2 8EU is a leasehold flat built between 1991-1995. The property offers approximately 431 square feet of living space. In this location, apartments of similar size usually have one bedroom.

The estimated current market value of the property is £204,335 , which equates to approximately £475 per square foot. It was last sold on 26 Jul 2019 for £181,000. Since then, the value has increased by £23,335, representing a 12.9% increase, or approximately 2.0% per year.

The current estimated value of £204,335 is:

  • 21.4% higher than the average property price on Valentine Close
  • 21.7% higher than the average in the RG2 8EU postcode area
  • and 60.7% lower than the average price for Reading as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (4 out of 4 inspections). 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 March 2023, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Flat
Built
1991-1995
Interior Size
431 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Price (estimate)
£204,335
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£475
Bedroom Count (estimate)
1 bedroom

EPC Summary

3 Valentine Close, Reading, Wokingham, RG2 8EU has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 15 Mar 2023.

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 13 Apr 2012. The rating of D remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 1.5%.

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 poor to good.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 100 mm loft insulation to (another dwelling above), changing energy efficiency from average to n/a.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from average to good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Good
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets
Good

Compared to RG2 8EU

6 th / 14
Price Rank
22% higher than average
10 th / 13
Size Rank
4% bigger than average
3 rd / 13
Price Per Sq FT Rank
17% higher than average

Compared to other properties in RG2 8EU , this flat's estimated value ranks 6th out of 14. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 3rd out of 13 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 10th out of 13 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£204,335
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+13 %
26 Jul 2019
£181,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 3
size: 441 sq ft
sale price: £177,000
sale date: 25 Jul 2023
rooms: 2
size: 452 sq ft
sale price: £200,000
sale date: 11 Aug 2022
rooms: 2
size: 398 sq ft
sale price: £175,000
sale date: 31 Jul 2020
rooms: 2
size: 463 sq ft
sale price: £172,500
sale date: 2 Jul 2020
rooms: 2
size: 452 sq ft
sale price: £169,500
sale date: 29 Oct 2019

Data Sources

The property at 3 Valentine Close, Reading, Wokingham, RG2 8EU appears once in the Land Registry records, with the transaction recorded on 26 Jul 2019. It also has four Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 15 Mar 2023. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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