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£225,000

Smith's Wharf, Wantage, OX12 9GX

2bedrooms
2bathrooms
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 26 Jun 2026 · Wantage

How the price compares

This home£225,000
Median 2 bed in OX12£208k44 homes listed · £307 per sq ft
Difference+8%above the area median

About this home

Beautifully presented and generously proportioned, this first-floor apartment is set within this popular residential area, just a short stroll from the town centre and its amenities. The property opens into a welcoming entrance hall, leading through to a bright and spacious sitting/dining room, enhanced by a Juliette balcony that allows for plenty of natural light. The modern fitted kitchen is well-appointed, offering both style and practicality. The accommodation further comprises a good-sized master bedroom complete with an ensuite shower room, a second comfortable double bedroom, and a contemporary family bathroom. Additional benefits include gas-fired central heating and an allocated parking space.

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Utilities. All mains services connected.

Heating Type. Gas-fired central heating to radiators.

Leasehold, Service Charge and Ground Rent with Review Period. 155 years from 27.08.2004. Service charge is £2042.64 per annum as of April 2026. Ground rent is payable at £225.00 per annum with a review period of every 25 years from the beginning of the lease.

Location. Once a winner of the Great British High Street award and recognised by The Sunday Times as an often-overlooked gem of Oxfordshire destined to become a thriving hub, Wantage is ideally located in the Vale of the White Horse. The town offers excellent transport links, with the A338 providing easy access to the A34, M40, M4, and rail services from Oxford, Didcot, and Swindon. A picturesque Market Town with deep historical roots dating back to the time of Alfred the Great, Wantage boasts a vibrant mix of high street and independent retailers, along with a wealth of bars, restaurants, and cafes that contribute to its thriving community atmosphere. King Alfred's Academy provides secondary education and is part of the Cambrian Learning Trust, collaborating with local primary schools, including Charlton, Wantage CofE, Stockham Primary School and Wantage Primary Academy. With easy access to the stunning surrounding countryside, including the ancient Ridgeway and White Horse Hill, Wantage offers the perfect blend of semi-urban living and rural beauty.Other Material Information. From our experience, a Deed of Variation is likely to be required to address the Ground Rent review.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
C
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
132 years left
Ground rent
£225 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£2,042.64 per year
Parking
Yes

Floorplan

12 Squires House Floor Plan

Location

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  • Didcot Parkway Station8.0 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in OX12 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £340k · detached £515k · terraced £290k · flat £198k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
17 Squires House, Smiths Wharf
Wantage OX12 9GX
Flat
Leasehold
13 Mar 2026£210,000
13 Squires House, Smiths Wharf
Wantage OX12 9GX
Flat
Leasehold
19 Jan 2026£178,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in OX12

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,126£22,500 deposit · £202,500 loan
Stamp Duty£2,000England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Green & Co, Wantage on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 26 Jun 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 26/06/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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