First time buyers thrown a lifeline in Stone
Competitive pricing and a host of mortgage assistance options, however, has made a new luxury apartment scheme in Stone, Staffordshire, look set to beat the crunch and all its misery, in some serious style.
Abacus is a small, high-quality development of just 20 one and two-apartments, located a mere 250 yards from the pretty town’s high street. Each apartment has been kitted out in the very latest quality home fixtures. Light and airy living areas, smart kitchens with fitted stainless steel appliances and bright, white, sparkling modern bathrooms come as standard.
Stone’s independent restaurants and bars, cafes and shops, and bustling local community can be found less than a two-minute stroll from the development’s front door and each apartment comes with its own allocated car parking space.
So, it’s desirable, beautifully equipped and well located. What’s more, it’s affordable, with prices ranging from £97,500 for a one-bedroom apartment and £129,950 for a two-bedroom.
Elan Homes, the developer behind Abacus, is introducing a range of specially tailored financial incentives designed to make getting on the property ladder and owning one of these apartments as easy as possible.
Beyond the strong economic argument, the easy maintenance synonymous with apartment living, the high quality specification and wide choice of convenient local amenities at Abacus make it an appealing option for those wishing to downsize too.
Stephen Cleveley, regional sales director at Abacus explains the thinking behind the development:
“First time buyers are being punished harder than anyone as, despite falls in house prices and interest rates, the traditional incentives offered by many mortgage lenders have simply dried up. We are in a unique position as a house-builder to offer help to first time buyers, which they can’t receive from the second hand market.
“At Abacus, we’re offering real, tangible assistance to people looking to buy their first property, which we believe should be a fun and exciting – not despairing – time!”
Prospective buyers can find out more about these exclusive offers, discounts and incentives, and arrange a visit to the show apartments at Abacus by calling 01782 817 275 (Thursday to Monday 10am – 5pm).
Monday, Jan 19, 2009