Genesis opens doors for generation rent in Chelmsford
Britain is becoming a nation of renters, as home ownership levels are set to fall below France for the first time according to EU figures. There has been a surge in demand for high quality rental homes over the past year, and recent research from the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) has revealed that letting agents have reported a 13% increase in demand for rental properties, and a 6% decrease in available properties, in just over 12 months.
Leading the way in answering this demand, the successful private rental service from housing association Genesis is expanding in 2015, launching high quality new build rental homes at the City Park West development in Chelmsford, Essex.
Genesis is known as one of the leading housing providers in the UK, operating as a landlord for social housing and a developer of shared ownership and private sale homes. Building on this expertise, Genesis was ideally positioned to move into the private rental sector, being able to offer brand new homes at its well-designed new developments combined with excellent standards of service for residents.
A selection of stylish apartments are available for rent, offering modern living in a sought after location, in a town where demand from professionals for rental homes is on the increase. Ideally located adjacent to Chelmsford station, from where trains boast journey times of just 35 minutes directly into London Liverpool Street, city workers can enjoy a speedy commute from a sought-after location.
Situated on the former Anglia Ruskin University site and near the city centre, the development enjoys a landscaped setting with an open piazza. The first phase of new homes will see a collection of one and two bedroom apartments, some benefitting from undercroft parking.
Tenants renting at City Park West can be assured of stylish interiors finished to a high standard specification. All homes come with contemporary fitted kitchens incorporating a range of integrated appliances. Living areas are open plan, with ample kitchen/dining areas and large windows and glazing to make the most of natural light.
City Park West’s location near the centre of the city places it within close proximity to all Chelmsford has to offer. The development boasts a prime position adjacent to Central Park and just minutes’ walk from High Chelmer shopping centre, which boasts over 80 high street stores and will soon be home to a John Lewis store.
For transport connections, Chelmsford station is located within half a mile of the development, with regular trains into Liverpool Street in just 35 minutes. Chelmsford bus station offers quick and easy public transport routes to nearby Colchester, Lakeside shopping centre and surrounding towns. By road, the A12 provides direct access into London and links to the M25 at Junction 28, while the A414 joins the M11. Both Southend and Stansted Airports are approximately half an hour away by car.
Renting with Genesis offers tenants added security and stability as tenancies are offered in a choice of lengths, ranging from one to five years, subject to availability.
City Park West’s indicative rental prices are expected to start from £800pcm for a one bedroom and from £1000pcm for a two bedroom apartment. For further information, visit genesishahomes.org.uk.
