No longer on the market
This property is no longer on the market
Floorplan
Map
Area stats4 bedroom detached house
Chain-free
Sold STC
Detached house
4 beds
1 bath
1872
EPC rating: D
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1800Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Four Large Double Bedrooms
- Three Reception Rooms
- Separate Breakfast Room
- Garage & Driveway Parking
- Character Features
- Established Rear Garden
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Lansley - Located in ever sought after Downshire Square conservation area is this handsome 1930s detached family residence offered for sale for the first time in over 50 years with no onward chain complications. Once owned by Berkshire & Reading Fire Authority and home to the fire chief the substantial internal accommodation comprises inviting entrance hall, front aspect bay fronted dining room, front aspect lounge opening out onto the conservatory, rear aspect breakfast room, kitchen, downstairs WC, four large double bedrooms - with wash hand basin in one of the front rooms, shower room and separate WC plus the benefit of significant loft space above the garage accessed off one the of the bedrooms. Externally to the front is driveway parking for a number of vehicles leading to the garage and side access to the wonderfully established rear garden with lawn and patio areas surrounded by herbaceous borders. Downshire Square is conveniently located close to regular bus routes and local amenities with Reading mainline train station being just a one mile walk away.
Area statistics
Crime score
High crime
7/10
Home prices (average)
4 bedroom detached houses
£568,139
£568,139
About this agent
About Us Originally established in Guildford in 1890 by the founder AH Lansley, the business has principally been involved in the sale and valuation of going concern businesses, with occasional Sales of residential property. The firm was moved to Reading in tile early 1900s, with offices at 52-53 Friar Street — now Sainsbury’s supermarket. In the 1930s, AH Lansley was succeeded by his son, AE Lansley, in partnership with WW Ware. They were Joined In the Late 1930s by AC Hayes, together with Mr. Ware’s son, K W Ware, in the 1950s. Mr. Hayes’ sons, Morvyn and Brian started in the early 1960s and have subsequently become the longest-serving members of the firm. Apart from the substantial increase in property values the firm has seen many changes over the years. Trading was continuous during both world wars. Particularly notable has been the change in communications in the early years. Telephones were not common and most contact with clients was by post. Even as recently as the 1950s, it was possible to post a letter in Reading before 10AM for it to be delivered to an address in London by noon the Same day- And a reply could be sent and received in Reading the following morning. This service has been super ceded by phones, faxes and now e-mail. Viewing arrangements have also changed with the development of motor cars. In the 1920s, it was common for a prospective purchaser to be invited to hire a cycle at one of the many town centre hire shops and to visit properties on the bike, accompanied by a representative of the firm. Moving into the 21st century, the firm of AH Lansley and its associate, A H Lansley (Residential), now offers a broad range of services throughout the property sector. This includes residential sales and lettings, planning services, residential and commercial mortgages, surveying, land and new homes and business transfers.