Our Data Sources
490, Oxford Road, Reading has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in September 2007 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2021.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 490, Oxford Road, Reading would be worth £286,182, with a potential rental value of £1,411 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £253,475, with a rental value of £1,250 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
490, Oxford Road, Reading occupies a 143 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 16 other houses in this postcode, 11 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the largest.
Energy Efficiency
490, Oxford Road, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 26 Apr 2021.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
490, Oxford Road, Reading last changed hands on 19th September 2007, selling for £175,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 74.0% since September 2007.
- Sold Sep 2007£175,000
- Sold Mar 2000£97,500
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 86 sales of comparable properties within 380 metres of 490, Oxford Road, Reading since 2019.
Most recently, 69, Sherwood Street, Reading, RG30 1LF, a freehold house, sold at £300,000 on the 21st May 2026.
Read more about house prices in RG30.
- Sold May 2026£300,000 | 3 Bed House69, Sherwood Street, Reading, RG30 1LF69, Sherwood Street, Reading, RG30 1LF
- Sold Sep 2025£325,000 | 3 Bed House30, Beecham Road, Reading, RG30 2RD30, Beecham Road, Reading, RG30 2RD
- Sold Jul 2025£325,000 | 4 Bed House504, Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1EF504, Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1EF
- Sold Mar 2025£280,000 | 3 Bed House13, Hilcot Road, Reading, RG30 2SX13, Hilcot Road, Reading, RG30 2SX
- Sold Mar 2025£315,000 | 3 Bed House6, Wilton Road, Reading, RG30 2SS6, Wilton Road, Reading, RG30 2SS
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £251,633, ranging from £150,578 to £311,741.
- 488 Oxford Road
3 Bed House | 4 m | Est. Value: £231,093
- 492 Oxford Road
3 Bed House | 5 m | Est. Value: £268,371
- 494 Oxford Road
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £242,859
- 484 Oxford Road
3 Bed House | 13 m | Est. Value: £237,506
- 482 Oxford Road
3 Bed House | 17 m | Est. Value: £230,196
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 490, Oxford Road, Reading as the 130th largest and the 258th most expensive of the 649 addresses on Oxford Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG30.
Against the RG30 postcode district average, it is £62k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Wilson Primary School200 m away
- Battle Primary Academy500 m away
- Oxford Road Community School1.0 km away
- River Academy1.2 km away
- The WREN School1.3 km away
- Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School1.5 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading West|800 m away
- Reading|2.0 km away
- Tilehurst|2.5 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.





