£135,000
2 bed flat for saleSaltash Road, Swindon SN2
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
About this property
Allocated parking, because parking dramas aren't fun
Juliet balcony for that extra breath of fresh air
Flexible second bedroom for work, guests or hobbies
Bistro-table kitchen, perfect for slow Sunday mornings
Handy Rodbourne location with plenty on your doorstep
Sometimes a property just makes sense.
This second-floor apartment on Saltash Road is one of those homes that quietly ticks a rather satisfying number of boxes. Two bedrooms, a proper sitting room, a Juliet balcony, allocated parking and a location that puts everyday life, shopping, commuting and a few decent places to escape to all within easy reach.
In other words, it is practical without feeling boring. And that is a pretty good combination.
Come on in...
Step inside and the entrance hallway gives you a useful sense of separation from the living spaces, with doors leading off to the bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and sitting room.
The sitting room is where this apartment really starts to feel like home. There is plenty of space to create a comfortable sofa-and-tv setup, a reading corner, or somewhere to host a few friends without everyone having to balance a drink on their knee. The internally opening doors lead out to a Juliet balcony, giving the room an extra sense of openness and letting a little more light and fresh air into the space.
The kitchen is compact but nicely practical, with room for a small bistro table. Perfect for morning coffee, a quick breakfast or pretending you are the sort of person who has leisurely Sunday brunches every weekend.
The two bedrooms give you flexibility too.
Bedroom 1 is a good-sized double, while Bedroom 2 could comfortably work as a second bedroom, guest room, home office or that increasingly essential room where you put things you promise yourself you will sort out eventually.
There is also a bathroom, completing the accommodation without any unnecessary fuss.
And then there is the bit that can make apartment life considerably easier...
Your parking space is sorted
The property comes with an allocated parking space, so there is no daily ritual of circling the surrounding streets hoping that someone has left before you get home.
Small detail?
Absolutely.
Big quality-of-life win?
Also absolutely.
Location: Life without the faff
Saltash Road sits in Rodbourne, with an enviable mix of everyday convenience and easy access to the wider Swindon area.
For your weekly shop, Sainsbury's at Bridgemead is just a short distance away, while Lidl on Barnfield Road gives you another handy option when you are stocking up. The nearby Rodbourne area also has a useful selection of local shops, takeaways and places to grab a quick coffee or bite to eat.
Fancy getting outside?
Mannington Recreation Ground is close by, giving you somewhere to stretch your legs, kick a ball around or simply get a bit of fresh air without having to make an expedition of it. Westcott Recreation Ground is also nearby, while the wider West Swindon area brings Shaw Forest Park and the Link Centre into the mix when you fancy something a little more energetic.
For the fitness-minded, the Delta Tennis Centre & Cross-fit Swindon are also close at hand.
Families will appreciate having a number of schools within the surrounding area, including Even Swindon Primary School, Robert Le Kyng Primary School and Even Swindon Infant School, with utc Swindon on Bristol Street also nearby. As ever, school catchments should be checked directly with the relevant authority.
Healthcare is handy too, with Rodbourne Surgery and Moredon Medical Centre both serving the wider local area.
And then there is the commuting side of things. Swindon Railway Station is around 2km away, giving rail commuters direct access towards London Paddington and Bristol, while the M4 at Junction 16 is within easy reach for those heading further afield by car. The town centre is also readily accessible, meaning you are not sacrificing convenience just because you are choosing an apartment slightly away from the hustle and bustle.
Put simply, this is a location that makes getting out and about refreshingly straightforward.
Investors, this one deserves a look...
If you are looking for a straightforward addition to a rental portfolio, this apartment is worth putting on the list.
Based on the current rental market, we believe the property could achieve around £900 to £975 per calendar month, subject to the usual condition, tenancy and market considerations.
The combination of two bedrooms, allocated parking and a well-connected Swindon location gives it the sort of practical appeal that can work particularly well for tenants looking for somewhere that simply makes life easier.
It is the kind of property that does not need to shout about itself.
It just needs the right person to recognise the opportunity.
Fancy seeing if this could be your next move?
Stop scrolling. Come and have A look.
Drop Ashley at EweMove Swindon a message, book your viewing and come see what all the fuss is about.
Because sometimes the right home isn't the one with the biggest headline... It's the one that just feels right.
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