Our Data Sources
Merlin Cottage, Reading has no recent1 records in the the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2017.
We combine this information with public data of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Merlin Cottage, Reading would be worth £608,193, with a potential rental value of £2,095 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £538,686, with a rental value of £1,855 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Merlin Cottage, Reading occupies a 232 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 14 other houses in this postcode, 8 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Merlin Cottage, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 22 Aug 2017.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil.
Sold Prices
Merlin Cottage, Reading last changed hands on 6th December 2002, selling for £280,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
- Sold Dec 2002£280,000
- Sold Jun 1997£160,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 77 sales of comparable properties within 4.8 kilometres of Merlin Cottage, Reading across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Ashlea, Reading, RG8 8RT, a freehold house, sold at £675,000 on the 2nd October 2025.
Read more about house prices in RG8.
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Merlin Cottage, Reading as the 50th largest and the 48th most expensive of the 72 addresses on Ashampstead, Reading, RG8.
Against the RG8 postcode district average, it is £151k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Yattendon C.E. Primary School2.6 km away
- Basildon C.E. Primary School2.9 km away
- Hampstead Norreys C.E. Primary School3.8 km away
- The Downs School5.3 km away
- Theale Green School9.1 km away
- Denefield School9.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Goring & Streatley|5.2 km away
- Pangbourne|6.7 km away
- Cholsey|9.3 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
