St Stephens Court

Retirement housing
Rupert Street, Newtown, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3HB
Rupert Street, Newtown, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3HB

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Manager's Description

"RBC Sheltered housing is independent living for people aged 55 and over where you manage your property with its own front door, kitchen, bathroom & living space as well as maintaining a Reading Boroug..." Show more "RBC Sheltered housing is independent living for people aged 55 and over where you manage your property with its own front door, kitchen, bathroom & living space as well as maintaining a Reading Borough Council tenancy agreement. You get the reassurance from having access to our 24-hour emergency monitoring centre via the call system that is installed in each individual property. If required, you have use of our repairs service, which will be able to attend essential & non-essential repairs in your property.

You have access to communal areas where regular onsite activities are held, giving you the opportunity to socialise with your neighbours as much or as little as you would like. We offer a level of support where our officers will have an initial conversation with you when you move in, regular monthly contact and an annual review as standard. If you require ongoing support to help maintain independence and sustain your tenancy agreement, our dedicated officers will be on hand to support you.

St Stephens Court is a development of 28 apartments situated over three floors with lift access. Located less than a quarter of a mile away from Cemetery Junction, St Stephens Court is a short walk from local shops and amenities. The nearest bus stop is on King’s Road close by to the development which can link you to Reading town centre and other routes. Tenants have access to a communal garden, lounge, laundry room and scooter storage room, as well as a car park for tenants/residents. You can also choose to take part in a range of social activities at St Stephens Court." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
25 flats. Built in 1978. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 0.5 mile(s); shop 0.5 mile(s); post office 0.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: coffee morning, afternoon tea & biscuits. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Reading
Social Care Authority: Reading

Info updated: 20/07/2021
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homechoice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.reading.gov.uk/housing/find-a-home/homechoice/
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