Getting on the property ladder in Lewisham

First-time buyers can take advantage of a new scheme to help them step onto the property ladder in the London suburb of Lewisham – and it’s available right now at George Wimpey’s Axis development.

The DepositAssist offer is available on a choice of studio, one and two-bedroom apartments starting at just £144,995, providing purchasers with an extra 5% towards the deposit they put down, to make buying a home easier and more affordable.

Kate Gordon, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for George Wimpey, says: “According to property website Rightmove, house prices rose 0.6% in July and the signs are that we have seen the bottom of the market and can expect prices to gradually increase.

“With this in mind, first-time buyers who haven’t yet taken advantage of the lower cost of purchasing a home should make sure they don’t miss out!

“Our DepositAssist scheme is great for first-time buyers and parents helping their children to step onto the property ladder, helping to add between £7,000 and £10,000 to their deposit and giving them access to a lower rate mortgage which saves them money each month as a result.

“Interest in homes at Axis is running high – and with the showhome now open we’re urging people to come to see us as soon as possible so that they can secure their place and an extra 5% deposit!”

The Axis development comprises 40 contemporary studio, one and two-bedroom apartments with prices ranging from £144,995 to £215,995.

Selected designs feature open-plan kitchen/living rooms offering a superb space for entertaining friends, access through the apartment building to an attractive roof terrace, while two-bedroom styles can also boast an en-suite to the master bedroom in addition to a main bathroom.

All the homes enjoy contemporary finishing touches, including kitchens fitted with stylish units and with built-in stainless steel oven, hob and hood, while George Wimpey’s Options range enables those choosing their home early to add a range of extras fitted before they move in, including granite work surfaces and a range of flooring finishes.

George Wimpey also offers a range of special incentives for those considering investing in property to achieve a higher return on their savings, and for those with a property to sell.

With part of Lewisham High Street pedestrianised, a bustling new shopping centre and an open air market seven days a week, the area is a thriving and prosperous part of south east London that attracts visitors from far and wide.

The borough’s lively cultural scene includes The Broadway Theatre and Studio, more than 2,000 local artists and 900 creative industries, countless restaurants, cafes and bars close at hand, and a choice of sports and leisure facilities including gyms, swimming pools, dance studios, sports fields, clubs and coaching, and Green Flag parks.

Major regeneration projects are also under way to create new shops, offices, entertainment venues, transport links and road layouts, making Lewisham a ‘metropolitan centre’ within London – and a very promising opportunity for property investors and homebuyers of all kinds.

Lewisham station is just a short walk from Axis, with journey times of just 10 minutes to London Bridge or Victoria, while the Docklands Light Railway has its southern terminus in Lewisham. The London Underground is also easily accessible at nearby New Cross, while Lewisham Tube station is due to open next year.

Further information and an opportunity to see the stunning two-bedroom showhome are available by visiting the development, located at 262-274 Lewisham High Street and open Thursday to Monday from 11am to 6pm.

Alternatively, see georgewimpey.co.uk for more details.