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£1,300 pcm£300 pw

Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7SB

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Unfurnishedfurnishing

Listed 12 days ago · Reading

How the price compares

This home£1,300 pcm
Median 2 bed in RG1£1,550 pcm41 homes listed
Difference-16%below the area median

Key features

  • Two bedroom apartment
  • Ground floor
  • Town centre location
  • Council tax band C
  • No deposit option available
  • No parking
  • Available now
  • Unfurnished

About this home

Two bedroom apartment located on the ground floor located in the heart of the Reading town centre within walking distance of the train station. Accommodation comprises two bedrooms, reception room, separate kitchen with appliances and shower room. Available now. Unfurnished.

*No parking.

*Deposit free renting via Reposit is available with this property. Please enquire.

Location: Reading is a thriving, well-connected town in the heart of Berkshire that combines the charm of riverside living with the energy of a growing urban hub. Ideally situated just 25 minutes from London Paddington by train, it appeals to commuters, families, and professionals alike. The town is undergoing exciting regeneration, bringing new homes, retail, and leisure developments to an already dynamic community.

Reading boasts an excellent selection of amenities, including The Oracle shopping centre, a lively restaurant and nightlife scene, and picturesque riverside walks along the River Thames and River Kennet. Its highly rated schools, including several top-performing grammar and independent schools, make it particularly attractive for families.

For professionals, Reading is a major centre for technology and finance, with companies like Microsoft, Oracle, and PwC having a strong local presence. Its proximity to the M4 corridor also enhances its appeal for business and logistics.

Green spaces such as Prospect Park, Forbury Gardens, and nearby countryside offer a perfect balance of urban convenience and outdoor lifestyle. With a diverse housing market ranging from modern riverside apartments to Victorian terraces and spacious family homes in leafy suburbs like Caversham and Earley, Reading offers something for every buyer or tenant.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
C
Furnishing
Unfurnished
Available from
Now
Deposit
£1,500
Tenancy
Long term
Parking
No parking
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Reading Station0.4 mi
  • Reading West Station0.7 mi
  • Reading Green Park Station2.2 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in RG1 over the last 12 months: flat £227k · terraced £322k · semi-detached £430k · detached £585k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 4, Talbot House, 55, Castle Street
Reading RG1 7SN
Flat
Leasehold
6 Jan 2026£250,000
8 Castle Street
Reading RG1 7RD
Detached
Freehold
17 Nov 2025£520,000
Flat 5, 57, Castle Street
Reading RG1 7SN
Flat
Leasehold
28 Mar 2025£166,000
57 Castle Street
Reading RG1 7SN
Other
Freehold
13 Feb 2025£229,363
Flat 11, Castle Gate, 114, Castle Street
Reading RG1 7QB
Flat
Leasehold
6 Jan 2025£231,000
Flat 1, Castle Gate, 114, Castle Street
Reading RG1 7QB
Flat
Leasehold
6 Dec 2024£243,000
John Adams House, 29, Castle Street
Reading RG1 7SB
Other
Freehold
5 Dec 2024£595,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in RG1

Renting costs

Typical income needed£39,000a year, at 30 times the monthly rent
Holding deposit cap£300one week's rent
Tenancy deposit cap£1,500five weeks' rent

Caps follow the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (England). Referencing rules vary by agent; Scotland and Wales have their own rules.

Listed by Winkworth, Reading on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 27 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 27/10/2026.

Winkworth Reading Tenant Fees Schedule NEW ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCIES (ASTs) SIGNED ON OR AFTER 1 JUNE 2019 Holding Deposit (per tenancy) One week's rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year) Five weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy. Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent of £50,000 or over per year) Six weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy. Unpaid Rent Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears. Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s). Variation of Contract (Tenant's Request) £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents. Change of Sharer (Tenant's Request) £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents. Early Termination (Tenant's Request) Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord's costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy. Additonal Clauses £50 per request If you have any questions on our fees, please ask a member of staff. Client Money Protection (CMP) The office stated above protect their client money through PropertyMark. All Winkworth offices are registered with Property Redress Scheme and a copy of our Dispute Resolution Procedure is available on request. Please note that lettings agents are required by law to publish on their websites information for potential tenants about relevant fees, redress schemes and client money protection schemes (including the names of those schemes). Relevant fees must also be published on third party websites, such as Rightmove. For properties to rent in England and Wales, details of the agent's membership of any redress scheme and client money protection scheme must also be published with their fees on Rightmove. It is the agent's responsibility to ensure that all relevant information is provided to Rightmove and is up to date and accurate. If the relevant information does not appear here, the agent may have included it within the property description.

Agent disclaimer

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