First-Time Buyer Apartments Launch In Essex Neighbourhood
Posted 10 January 2023 by
Helen ChristieOn 21 and 22 January, L&Q is launching a collection of 11 one- and two-bedroom apartments at The Arbour, a brand new neighbourhood which forms part of the award-winning development of Beaulieu.
An eight-minute drive from the charming Essex city of Chelmsford, and within commuting distance of London, L&Q’s Shared Ownership homes at The Arbour meet a demand for affordably priced homes who may find London too expensive.
An increasingly popular district for young professionals and families, The Arbour offers an opportunity for local people to take their first step onto the housing ladder in a picturesque new neighbourhood, located on the historic site of one of Henry VIII’s former palaces.
Claire Brenlund, sales and marketing director at L&Q comments: “Our homes at Beaulieu have proven popular time and time again and The Arbour is no exception. Set to comprise 255 Shared Ownership homes of varying sizes to the expanding community, people are drawn to the development for its amenities, schools, expansive green open spaces, which when combined with plans for a new railway station have been a huge draw. We are so excited to be launching this latest collection of apartments and expect to see demand from young professionals looking for a home that offers the best of both worlds – countryside vistas within touching distance of a bustling city.”
Internally, the homes are fitted out in one of three specification styles: Classic Contemporary, Cool Style, and Timeless Warmth. Contemporary Symphony kitchens come complete with soft close drawers and doors, as well as fully integrated appliances, including an oven, hob, dishwasher, washing machine, and fridge/freezer. In the bathroom, the natural wood effect bath and basin panels, and neutral wall tiles are complimented by the white three-piece bathroom suite and chrome plated bath, shower, and basin taps. With a built-in wardrobe in all master bedrooms, downlighters in the bathroom and kitchen, and TV points in the lounge and main bedroom, the homes are ready for residents to move straight in.
The Arbour benefits from many amenities in close proximity. The development is home to a brand-new all-through school, The Beaulieu Park School, as well as a nursery, education centre and a community centre. Offering convenience in a countryside location, Beaulieu Square is reachable from The Arbour on foot, meaning residents enjoy easy access to a range of shops and facilities, including a Sainsbury’s Local, takeaways, Beaulieu Dental Surgery, and the Spring Lodge Veterinary Surgery. Plans for a new health centre and a further primary school are also underway, alongside 176 acres of green public space, newly planted woodlands, and landscaped communal gardens, which will enable residents to make the most of the outdoors.
For those needing to commute, London Liverpool Street can be reached from Chelmsford Railway Station in 34 minutes. Residents travelling by car can enjoy easy access to the A130 and A12, plus quick links to Stansted Airport. Providing even further connectivity, plans have now been approved for the new Beaulieu train station which is expected to open in 2026. This new transport hub will comprise of a three-platform station arrangement as well as cycleways, pathways bike storage and car parking, and will provide regular connections to the capital and other destinations in the east of England.
Prices for L&Q’s new Shared Ownership homes start from £66,750 for a 30% share of one-bedroom apartment (FMV: £222,500) and £84,000 for a 30% of a two-bedroom apartment (FMV: £280,000).
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