It’s another very busy week for potential buyers in the new homes sector, with housebuilders across the country launching new developments, hosting events and introducing some special offers.
Commuters capitalising on Shared Ownership in Chelmsford
Research has revealed that Essex is one of the best London commuter hotspots, based on average house prices and the cost of an annual train ticket. Notting Hill Genesis’ City Park West is located in England’s newest city, Chelmsford, Essex. Buyers can take full advantage of the growing value gap between London and the surrounding counties, with a collection of Shared Ownership apartments. Notting Hill Genesis is offering a summer special reservation fee of just £99 for any Shared Ownership reservation made between Saturday 28 July and Sunday 5 August.
The final phase of City Park West comprises a selection of 300 one- and two-bedroom apartments, across a range of tenures including Shared Ownership and Market Rent.
Sarah Butler, commercial director of Notting Hill Genesis, comments: “The Shared Ownership scheme is an invaluable product for young buyers trying to take their first steps towards owning their own home. Our impressive homes at City Park West are a fantastic option for first time buyers who work in London and feel priced out of owning a home there.”
Prices for a one-bedroom Shared Ownership apartment at City Park West start from £59,375 based on a 25% share of the full market value of £237,500. For further information or to register your interest please call 01245 806484 or visit cityparkwest.co.uk
City living at One Park Drive
One Park Drive, Canary Wharf Group’s landmark residential development, has successfully sold out of its largest available apartments. The three-bedroom Loft apartments, which offer open plan living spaces and wraparound terraces, have been snapped up by purchasers looking for spacious city homes.
Brian De’ath, director of residential sales at Canary Wharf Group, says: “To have sold all of the three-bedroom Lofts is a huge achievement for the One Park Drive team. With the majority of new build schemes, the smaller units are the first to go, yet at One Park Drive, the opposite is true. The demand for the larger apartments is testament to the unparalleled architecture and interior design, as well as the extensive facilities, dedicated open spaces and diverse events programme of the wider Canary Wharf estate.”
“We have now sold over 60% of apartments at One Park Drive and the larger units have formed a significant proportion of that. The new Wood Wharf neighbourhood will be a place where individuals and families can live, work, relax and play and it is great to see buyers invest in that community.”
The development will also offer state of the art amenities designed by GA Design, split over the ground and first floors. Residents will benefit from a sophisticated entrance lobby with 24-hour concierge services; library, cinema room and lounge on the ground floor, whilst the first floor houses an exclusive residents-only health club, which includes a 20-metre pool, gym, studio space and spa.
Apartments at One Park Drive start at £685,000. For more information, visit canarywharf.com/residential
Doors set to open at Kings Chase in Romsey
For potential buyers wishing to take a closer look at David Wilson Homes’ new development in Romsey, the wait is almost over. The housebuilder is opening the doors to its brand new Kings Chase development.
Kings Chase is a brand new community and will feature a combination of three-, four- and five-bedroom homes, perfect for a wide range of lifestyles. Demand is already high among those wishing to move to the area, according to David Wilson Homes’ sales director, Michelle Storer.
Michelle says: “Our team here is excited to begin showing potential buyers all that this outstanding development has to offer. These new homes offer all the style and quality people come to expect from David Wilson Homes, and interest is increasing among those wishing to put down roots here. This attractive location close to the beautiful market town of Romsey is an added bonus, so it’s no surprise that demand is so high for homes here at Kings Chase.”
Potential buyers will be able to see inside Kings Chase and get a feel for what it might be like to live at the development. Among the show homes that will be available to explore will be the three-bedroom Hadley and the four-bedroom Chelworth.
For further details of the launch at Kings Chase call David Wilson Homes on 07824 526539
Help to Buy event taking place this weekend in Bexhill
Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex, a coastal town where house prices are significantly lower than London, as well as other popular seaside hotspots such as Brighton, is becoming increasingly popular.
Rosewood Park, a new development by David Wilson Homes, is situated in Little Common, just outside of Bexhill-on-Sea. The housebuilder is hosting a Help to Buy event this weekend to offer advice to homebuyers looking to take advantage of the Bexhill-on-Sea property market, while also using the government-backed equity loan scheme that only requires a 5% deposit.
Taking place in the sales office at the development on Saturday 28 July between 11am - 4pm. The event will be a one stop shop for all homebuyers looking to use Help to Buy, which is available to first-time buyers and second steppers on all homes under £600,000. A specialist new homes mortgage advisor will be on hand to offer financial advice.
Natalie Perry, sales and marketing director for David Wilson Homes, comments: “Saving a deposit is still the biggest barrier to buying a first home or being able to move up the property ladder. The combination of using Help to Buy and buying in a more affordable area of the Home Counties, like Bexhill, is drawing buyers from the London and Brighton markets to Rosewood Park. We are looking forward to our Help to Buy event this weekend and hope that anyone interested to find out more will take the opportunity to do so.”
Prices start from £212,995 for a two-bedroom apartment and £417,995 for a four-bedroom detached family house.
Peabody to launch new waterside development
Peabody, one of London’s leading housing associations, will be launching a new waterside development, Bridge East on Wednesday 25 July. Located in Stratford, the modern development comprises five two-bedroom apartments, all available through Shared Ownership. Located between the Bow Back River and the River Lea, Bridge East promises a refreshing lifestyle with nearby picturesque waterside walks accessible amongst the hustle and bustle of East London’s energetic scene. With prices starting at £135,000 for a 30% share of an apartment, properties at this brilliantly connected scheme are anticipated to be snapped up quickly by first-time buyers.
Being just a six-minute walk away from Pudding Mill DLR station means Bridge East is the perfect commuter hotspot for those working in the City or Canary Wharf. The development is also a 10-minute bus ride away from Stratford Underground, connecting residents to all corners of London via the Central and Jubilee line, along with Overground, DLR and National Rail services. As of 2019 the brand new Crossrail line will be operational, expanding the accessibility of the area even more via Stratford.
Prices start at £135,000 for a 30% share of a two-bedroom apartment. To register interest for the Bridge East development, visit peabodysales.co.uk.
Pride and Prejudice inspires new retirement housing
Hanover Housing Association, one of the UK's leading national providers of housing and services for older people, has begun work on a new age-exclusive development in Bath that will bring a range of homes that combine classic style with the very latest secure technology.
The development is situated in Ensleigh North, there will be 72 one- and two-bedroom homes developed by Hanover in partnership with Bath and North East Somerset Council (BANES) for local people who are over the age of 55. The fully accessible, two-storey development, is being constructed by the leading regeneration specialist Galliford Try and is expected to be completed in Summer 2019.
The new housing complex will be known as Pemberley Place - after the fictional country estate owned by the infamous Mr Darcy of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. Hanover's chairman Dr Stuart Burgess says he hopes that the development would positively reflect the hopes and desires we all have for our later lives.
Dr Burgess adds: 'Pemberley Place is a significant change from more traditional forms of retirement housing in the region. It sets new standards for age-exclusive apartments that provide modern, comfortable living without compromising on space.
Those wishing to register interest should contact 01480 223179 or visit hanover.org.uk/pemberley-place-bath/
Launch weekend confirmed for Oaktree Grange
Lovell Homes is set to launch a marketing suite close by to its stunning Oaktree Grange development in Clayton-le-Woods this Saturday, 21 July, giving prospective purchasers a chance to make reservations on a selection of discerning available three-, four- and five-bedroom homes.
Interested buyers will be able to meet the sales team, get a first look at the development layout and the range of house types available, including the beautiful four bedroom Whiteford, the stylish four-bedroom Nutford and the elegant three bedroom Liveley. In addition, a sales executive will be on hand to advise on purchasing options including the government’s Help to Buy: Equity Loan scheme, which offers first-time buyers the opportunity to get onto the property ladder and growing families the chance to move to a bigger property up to the value of £600,000, which they may have previously thought out of reach.
Visit the new marketing suite, which is open Thursday - Monday, 10am – 5pm, at Wigan Road, Clayton-le-Woods, PR25 5SB.
Lovell Homes to launch new Telford development
Leading housebuilder Lovell Homes is due to launch its next Telford development, Queensbury Park, on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 July. Following the success of The Oaklands, located on Matlock Avenue, Lovell is now building a development of 165 brand new, high quality homes in the Priorslee area of Telford. Launching to the public next week, Queensbury Park is a stylish mixture of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes, located off York Road. Perfect for growing families, first-time buyers and downsizers, the beautiful homes at Queensbury Park are built to suit everyone, encompassing style with quality, giving purchaser’s value for money.
Lovell sales manager, Michelle Barnsley says: “We are so excited with how the Queensbury Park development is coming on, and we can’t wait to launch! There is a great range of house styles on offer here with a mix of traditional and contemporary homes to suit all types of buyer, including first-time buyers, families and downsizers.”
Every property offers superior specification and workmanship with rigorous attention to detail. Homes are also surprisingly affordable, especially with a range of purchase options available including Help to Buy.
For more information about the new homes available at Queensbury Park, email the sales team at [email protected] or call on 01952 701 770
Leeds-based developer launches £25m scheme
A prestigious £25m riverside development in Nottingham, The Yacht Club Riverside, was showcased to buyers this month during a series of exclusive events hosted by developer KMRE Group.
Details of the 81 exclusive waterfront apartments and penthouses, which are currently being built on the banks of the River Trent, were launched at The M Club in London on 18 July, and Colwick Hall, Nottingham on 9 July.
Kam Mogul, managing director of KMRE, says: “Waterside living is becoming increasingly popular for buyers and investors and the response to this scheme has been really positive from buyers both locally and nationally. Upon completion, The Yacht Club Riverside will boast natural surroundings and the penthouses offer a unique outdoor space and stunning views of the River Trent – there are no other penthouses of this calibre on offer in the Midlands currently.”
The exclusive residential development, which is due to complete in summer 2019, is located adjacent to Blueprint’s Trent Basin development, near to the well-established River Crescent apartment scheme and will form an important part of a revitalised waterside in this area of Nottingham.
The new build residential scheme will feature one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments from £165,000 and two-bedroom penthouses starting from £400,000.
116 new homes launch in the heart of Harrow
A new development has launched in the heart of Harrow, bringing 116 exciting new homes to the local area. Delivered by Hill and Origin, a leading Housing Association in London and Hertfordshire, Echo One is a collection of quality homes located on Northolt Road in Harrow.
The development comprises 69 one- and two-bedroom homes for private sale and 29 one- and two-bedroom Shared Ownership homes and 18 affordable rental properties. The stylish and contemporary mix of apartments and duplexes are close to South Harrow tube station and offer luxurious interiors, open plan living and private outdoor space.
Designed by the award-winning Moss Architects, the striking scheme will act as a new landmark on the buzzing Northolt Road. Each property will benefit from either a terrace or recessed balcony, underfloor heating, designer kitchens with smooth stone worktops and contemporary bathrooms with stylish sanitary ware and walnut effect vanity tops. The low carbon building is also designed to reduce resident’s carbon footprint’s and energy bills with a centralised heat and water supply, outdoor lighting with low level light pollution, easy access to bicycle storage and dedicated electrical car charging points. Upper-level apartments will have panoramic views of neighbouring Harrow-on-the-Hill and beyond.
Simon Scott, head of sales and marketing for Origin Housing, says: “The apartments at Echo One give eligible first-time buyers an affordable route onto the property ladder, in an area where prices for one bedroom apartments rose by over 20% last year. We are proud to be working alongside Hill to deliver the best possible quality new homes for first-time buyers, through Origin’s first ever joint venture partnership.”
The marketing suite and show home is now available to view between Thursday and Monday from 10am - 5.30pm. Visit echo1-harrow.co.uk or call 020 3959 0900 for further information.
Miller Homes launches new show homes at South Gilmerton Brae
Miller Homes has launched two brand new showhomes at its South Gilmerton Brae development in Midlothian. Officially launched on Saturday 21 July, househunters are now able to visit the stunning three-bedroom Munro and four-bedroom Mitford show homes, and get a feel for what life could be like at this development. Ideal for commuters, young couples and families, South Gilmerton Brae is well located for travelling into Edinburgh’s city centre and throughout the central belt.
The Munro is a three-bedroom home, ideal for young families or those looking to get a foot on the property ladder. There are three bedrooms upstairs, including a stand-out master bedroom, and shared family bathroom.
The second showhome at the development is the four-bedroom Mitford. Designed with family life in mind, the home features a lounge with striking bay window, maximising space and natural light. An open plan kitchen and dining room adds to the contemporary feel of the home, with the adjoining utility room conveniently placed to ensure family life runs smoothly. For families looking for extra space, the addition of a study makes a great home office, or even play room for little ones.
South Gilmerton Brae is a great place to settle down. Within reach of the picturesque Pentland Hills and just a five-minute drive from the City Bypass, the development combines scenic rural living with convenience.
Househunters can now visit the Mitford and Munro show homes at the development from Thursday to Monday between 10.30am-5.30pm, call 03334 145 645.
Open weekend to showcase Henman House apartments in Southampton
Barratt Homes is hosting an open weekend on Saturday 28 July 28 and Sunday 29 July to showcase Henman House, a converted historical building set within attractive grounds.
Sales director Michelle Storer says: “The weekend will give potential buyers an opportunity to see the show apartment and the stunning homes we have to offer here. Henman House at The Pavilions features homes with high feature ceilings and windows - and many of these sought-after apartments overlook the formal landscaped gardens and gatehouses.
“We’re experiencing a tremendous level of interest from those keen to put down roots here, so being able to showcase our selection of apartments at the open weekend is very exciting for our team. We expect demand to grow still further over the coming weeks.”
Current availability includes one-bedroom apartments, priced from £195,000 and two-bedroom apartments from £245,000.
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Help to Buy event in Butterley
Ginnis New Homes is hosting a Help to Buy event this weekend at its popular Deer Park development in Butterley, Ripley. Taking place on Saturday 28 July between 2pm-4pm, the informative afternoon is designed to help local homebuyers to find out more about the government-backed Help to Buy equity loan scheme which only requires a 5% deposit.
Darren Farnan, marketing manager at Ginnis New Homes says: “We are looking forward to our Help to Buy event this weekend and hope that anyone interested to find out more will take the opportunity to do so. Help to Buy is a great way to get onto the property ladder with a lower deposit, and we are delighted that it is now available for homes at Deer Park.”
At the event there will be a range of experts on hand including a Help to Buy representative providing guidance on how the scheme works, while Boxall Brown & Jones will also be in attendance, giving the latest availability and pricing information and Oviso offering financial advice. If buyers reserve on the day, they will be entered into a competition to win £1,000 worth of extras for their home.
Deer Park is an exclusive development of 30 three- and four-bedroom homes nestled in the Butterley countryside, offering a mix of town and country living.
The first three-bedroom homes have recently been released for sale at Deer Park with prices starting from £210,000. With Help to Buy, this means that buyers can secure their home with 5% deposit of just under £10,500.
The event will take place on Saturday 28 July between 2pm-4pm at Deer Park, Deer Park Lane, Butterley, Derbyshire, DE5 3RS
For further information, or to register your interest, contact selling agent Boxall Brown & Jones on 01773 880 788 or visit ginnis-homes.co.uk.
Leading developer offers summer promotions
Dorchester Living is running a range of promotional deals to encourage buyers to snap up the last remaining homes on ‘The Gardens’ at Heyford Park in Upper Heyford.
Dorchester Living is also offering purchasers a range of buyer incentives such as stamp duty and legal fees contributions, all of which can be discussed with the Heyford Park sales consultants. Heyford Park also offers Help to Buy and Part Exchange on selected homes.
The eight remaining homes are all ready for immediate occupation. The Wentworth show home, which consists of four double bedrooms, two with en-suite shower rooms and the master benefitting from a built-in wardrobe, has been released for sale at £429,995. The Brandon house type, another four-bedroom property, has been released for sale at a new price of £399,995.
For further information about the summer promotional deals, contact the Heyford Park sales and marketing suite on 01869 238238.