With many thousands of new homes for sale across the country, it’s no surprise that house-hunters can enjoy a range of events, launches and special offers at developments in every region, and we take a look at just a few of them here…
Help to Buy now available at Chiswick development
Redrow London has now made the government-backed Help to Buy London purchase assistance scheme available on the final phase of homes at its 500 Chiswick High Road development.
The new release is a collection of one-bedroom apartments in a contemporary open-plan design, with oak veneer flooring, underfloor heating, stone kitchen work surfaces, stylish bathrooms and private outdoor spaces, with floor space raging from 402 sq ft to 705 sq ft. Prices at this development start at £440,000 for a studio apartment and at £585,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, with Help to Buy London available on homes under £600,000.
Simon Halfhide, sales director for Redrow, says: “In an area primarily dominated by period properties, these new build homes offer a great opportunity for first time buyers to purchase a property in the area that they want but at the right price, with the help of the Help to Buy Scheme. Each home at the development has been designed with generous proportions with particular attention shown to the open plan living areas and outdoor space, which is why we have designed each apartment to include spacious private balconies overlooking the beautifully landscaped courtyard.”
With their own concierge service and secure underground parking, these new homes are on the doorstep of Chiswick’s shops and amenities and a short walk from the River Thames and Gunnersbury station on the District line.
Find out more at www.redrow.co.uk
Miller Homes offers Part Exchange at Edinburgh site
Miller Homes is offering potential buyers a range of incentives at its South Gilmerton Brae development in Edinburgh, where a range of properties appeal to a variety of buyers, with Part Exchange a great option for those moving up the property ladder.
With a collection of three-, four- and five-bedroom homes, the development has had appeal to couples, commuters and families alike. Prices start at £267,995 and the development is open from Thursday to Monday, between 11.00am and 6.00pm, for house-hunters to look at all the options and hear about the incentives available.
Among the properties currently available are the four-bedroom ‘Mitford’, priced at £339,995, the popular ‘Dale’, a four-bedroom house type at £344,995, and the five-bedroom ‘Buttermere’ on Plot 27, with a price tag of £379,995.
South Gilmerton Place is just a few miles from Edinburgh’s city centre and close to the city’s bypass, making it ideal for commuters and those looking for easy access to Edinburgh’s considerable culture, nightlife and leisure facilities.
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Marketing suite opens this weekend at Bristol waterside development
Saturday 17 March sees the opening of a marketing suite at Brandon Yard in Bristol, a new harbourside development that is a joint venture between Acorn Property Group and Galliard Homes
Brandon Yard is the refurbishment of two Grade-ll listed former gasworks buildings along with a sympathetically designed contemporary new build block and comprise 56 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Currently, prices start at £295,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, £395,000 for a two-bedroom property and £850,000 for a three-bedroom fifth floor apartment.
These spacious, open-plan properties have high-specification kitchens and bathrooms and plenty of natural light and good views, and come with allocated parking and lift access. Residents will benefit from a private landscaped courtyard, designed by award-winning landscape architect Matthew Wigan.
Robin Squire, regional managing director of Acorn Bristol, says: “Brandon Yard offers an exemplary standard of living in a highly sought-after location on Bristol’s waterfront. Perfect for professionals, couples or those looking to downsize, with all the amenities of Bristol’s thriving city life right on your doorstep. This development is proving hugely popular, with over a third of the apartments already reserved off-plan.”
Find out more at www.acornpropertygroup.org
New phase of Vauxhall development set for launch
The Keybridge development in Vauxhall, a joint venture of Mount Anvil and FABRICA by A2Dominion, will see a second phase of properties released for sale this spring.
Designed by Allies and Morrison, the development’s exterior design is based on the industrial heritage as well as its established, period mansion blocks. Keybridge Capital will comprise 125 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, just part of the overall number of 595 new homes being created at the development. Set for completion in the first half of 20121, prices on this phase start at £555,000 for a studio apartment.
Jon Hall, sales director at Mount Anvil, says: “Keybridge has played a vital role in the transformation of Vauxhall, establishing it as both a residential and leisure destination for all of London, and Keybridge Capital is set to continue on that course. The new American Embassy and Apple Headquarters located nearby are shining a light on the area like never before, and crystalise the extent of the investment at play in SW8. We look forward to welcoming buyers to the scheme, and showcasing what is on offer; Keybridge Capital is more than just a new release of homes – it’s a fully fledged lifestyle opportunity.”
The development comes with a range of residents’ facilities such as a gym, pool, spa, cycle storage and Club Lounge that comes with a collection of hot desks, meeting areas and ready WIFI access. There are also parking spaces available at extra cost. The onsite Close to Nine Elms, Battersea Power Station and the River Thames, Keybridge is also just a few minutes’ walk from Vauxhall station, meaning a short commute to Victoria and Westminster.
Find out more at www.keybridgelondon.com
Incentives on offer at Bedfordshire development
Award-winning developer Kier Living Eastern is now offering incentives on selected plots at its Tall Trees development in Potton, Bedfordshire.
Tall Trees offers several styles of three- and four-bedroom homes. Prices start at £326,995 for a three-bedroom ‘Bullington’ house type and £434,995 for the four-bedroom ‘Ardleigh’ design. Currently offered are free flooring, curtains, blinds, turf or furniture packages, while Help To Buy and Part Exchange may also be available.
David Thomas, sales and marketing director at Kier Living Eastern, says: “The brighter weather is encouraging people to think about spring cleaning, but why not make a fresh start in a new home instead and be settled in by summer? We’ve worked extremely hard to create an outstanding new community for Potton and it is easy to see why it has been such a success. With a beautiful Georgian market square at its heart, Potton has good road connections and London Kings Cross is under an hour away from nearby Sandy station.”
The show homes at Tall Trees can be visited from 10.00am to 5.00pm, from Thursday to Monday.
Last chance to apply for CALA’s bursary scheme
Local organisations across the country are reaching the deadline to apply for a share of the CALA Homes Community Bursary scheme, with the deadline of Friday 23 March approaching.
Now in its second year, the scheme aims to provide support for a wide range of charities, schools and good causes in the areas in which CALA operates. In 2017, 118 initiatives across the country received a share of more than £100,000, including homelessness charity The Kindness Project.
Jim McIntyre, regional managing director for CALA Homes (West), says: “CALA has always been committed to making a positive and lasting contribution to the communities in which it builds, through an active programme of local charity donations, community support and sponsorship. The community bursary scheme gives us the chance to find out exactly what support is needed locally and provides the opportunity for charities and groups of all sizes to apply for funds.”
Duncan Jackson, regional managing director for CALA Homes (North Home Counties), adds: “The deadline for entries is fast approaching and we would urge any local organisations that would like to be considered for a share of the community bursary to apply now.”
Find out more at www.cala.co.uk/bursary and about all its new homes
Help to Buy available on new homes launching in North Finchley
With Troy Homes in the final stages of completing work on eight one- and two-bedroom apartments on Friern Park in North Finchley, the company has announced that Help to Buy London will be available there.
With a preview event taking place today (Thursday 15 March), house-hunters looking for a home in north London will have a first chance to see details about the properties under construction and their introductory prices.
Each apartment will be finished to a high specification. This includes high-gloss kitchen units with quartz worktops and upstands, Siemens appliances, Villeroy and Boch sanitaryware and Amtico flooring. Homebuyers will also have the opportunity to customise their apartments with various colour choices if they buy off-plan. Each home also comes with its own outdoor space and parking
The London Borough of Barnet is a popular one for people looking for an address in the capital, with easy access into and around the city and places further afield, with the M25, A1(M) and M1 in close proximity.
Find out more about Troy Homes developments here
Release of refurbished homes in the Chilterns this week
Annington Homes is releasing two properties in Walters Ash, Buckinghamshire this Friday 16 March which have been refurbished by the developer to a new build feel.
These are two refurbished two-bedroom, semi-detached homes in a desirable village setting in one of the South East’s most scenic areas. The release of these homes will be followed on Friday 20 April with another release, this time of two three-bedroom, semi-detached homes, which will be available to reserve off-plan.
The Chilterns are renowned not only for their wildlife and many walking and cycling routes, but also for its excellent transport links – including regular rail services from Saunderton and High Wycombe, close to the village, and the M40. It is also within easy reach of some of the UK’s finest dining experiences, such as the The Hand & Flowers in Marlow (a opub with two Michelin stars), and the famous The Waterside Inn and The Fat Duck.
Sally Parsons, property director at Annington said: “For those looking to follow in the foodies’ footsteps, and wishing to make the move to the popular Chilterns area, the next and final phase of homes at Walters Ash will be highly desirable. Based in a stunning setting in a picture-perfect village, we expect buyers to take full advantage of this latest release.”
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Launch of new homes in Harlesden this weekend
Housebuilders Hyde New Homes and Hill are joining forces to launch RemixHelix in Harlesden, north-west London, this weekend, with a variety of apartments coming to the market for the first time.
The development is part of a 30-year regeneration project in the area and will provide 34 one- and two-bedroom flats, with prices starting at £399,950 and £459,950 respectively. Help to Buy London is available and viewings are available by appointment. RemixHelix is just a five-minute walk from Harlesden station which is served by both London Underground and London Overground, bringing the West End within 20 minutes journey and Euston 18 minutes away.
Head of marketing for Hyde New Homes, Minnie Dando, says: “Together with Hill, we at Hyde wanted to build quality, value for money homes to those wishing to live in London. We are delighted to add RemixHelix to the area’s extensive regeneration scheme, and with Harlesden becoming an increasingly popular location, that has received steady growth in the last few years, it is the ideal opportunity for first-time buyers to invest in property in a prime Zone 3 area.”
Tony Woodman, sales director at Hill, adds: “As the neighbourhood becomes set to be one of London’s best-connected areas, we are excited to be working with Hyde to bring much needed new homes for first-time buyers to Harlesden. Benefiting from the best of both worlds, RemixHelix is just a short commute from the city but also a host of great schools, good restaurants and green spaces – making it the ideal environment for both professionals and young families.”
Find out more at www.remixhelix.co.uk