Property values set to soar in Ashford

The new high-speed train service from St Pancras to the Channel Tunnel will signal a property boom across Ashford – and investors are being urged to secure property before their values shoot up.

When the new high-speed service arrives in 2009, a journey from Ashford to London will take just 37 minutes, giving commuters a quick and easy route to the capital.

This is sure to attract a new wave of ambitious professionals to Ashford, and raise house prices throughout the town. Housebuilder George Wimpey believes investors who act now will realise vast profits in two years’ time.

“There’s no doubt that commuters will be enticed to Ashford by the high-speed rail service,” said Lee Monk, sales director for George Wimpey South East. “This town has been recognised as one of the most desirable places to live in Kent, and offers everything a young professional could need.

“Professionals working in the city will flock to Ashford, and forward-thinking investors who buy properties now will see a real mark-up.”

George Wimpey has already launched a purpose-built development at Repton Park, Ashford, offering one and two-bedroom properties specifically designed for young commuters.

The apartments contain a range of features perfect for ambitious professionals, including stylish modern kitchens and contemporary bath suites. Those who get in early to secure a property can add to their home with a range of options including audio systems and LCD/Plasma televisions.

With prices starting at £135,000 the apartments offer excellent value compared with similar properties in neighbouring towns.

Lee Monk continued: “Property prices in Ashford are still around 20% lower than in neighbouring towns which enjoy quicker access to London. The Repton Park development offers state-of-the-art accommodation at a reasonable price – the perfect combination for an astute investor.”

For more information log on to Georgewimpey.co.uk.