Move of out the city and save thousands

Buyers looking for a new home to accommodate a growing family are being urged to expand their search out of Chester if they want to get more for their money.

Properties in the city and the surrounding postcodes often come with a premium price tag. But by looking further afield to the neighbouring villages buyers could find they’re able to secure a larger property at a smaller cost.

For example a four-bedroom home at Fern Lea in Farndon could be purchased for £329,995; while according to home.co.uk a similar seized property in Chester would set you back almost £372,000.

Marie Morris, sales director for Elan Homes in the North, says: “Farndon is just eight miles from Chester and offers a great alternative living. People may think that a brand new high specification home in such a charming village will come with a hefty price tag, when in actual fact properties here are competitively priced compare with their city counterparts.”

A four-bedroom detached Southwold, complete with carpets throughout, turf to rear garden, plus fitted kitchen including integrated hob, oven, microwave and fridge freezer, is available from £329,995.

If the price wasn’t already attractive enough, Help to Buy equity loans are available and could see the initial cost reduced to £263,996.

The Southwold boasts a spacious lounge with feature bay window to the front, with an open plan kitchen, dining area and family room to the rear. A utility and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the master bedroom benefits from an en-suite, with the remaining three bedrooms sharing the family bathroom.

Located off Barton Road, homes at Fern Lea enjoy the potential for superb views of open fields and the rolling Cheshire plains. The centre of the village, home to a wealth of amenities, is just a short walk away; while the city of Chester is easily accessible by car.

To be in with a chance of owning one of the final homes at Fern Lea, visit the sales office and show home on Barton Road, open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm. For details of the latest availability and pricing see elan-homes.co.uk.