George Wimpey apartments from £99,995 in Halesowen

First-time buyers can leap onto the property ladder with a brand new home for less at George Wimpey's popular Century Square development in Halesowen. Apartments close to the pretty local cricket ground and Worcestershire's beautiful countryside - yet minutes from Birmingham - are now available from just £99,995.

And with a range of financial incentives available from George Wimpey, including 5% deposit paid, coupled with the new lower interest rate on mortgages, now is a brilliant time to be buying a first home.

Apartments ready in time for Christmas include the one-bedroom ‘Dane' design from £105,995 and the two-bedroom ‘Jackson' priced £129,995.

Both styles are laid out to maximise the proportions using light and space, and are ideal for couples and individuals.

The designs feature a well-designed kitchen opening into a spacious living room, while an entrance hallway leads to the bedrooms and a separate, well-proportioned bathroom.

The ‘Dane' and the ‘Jackson' enjoy a high standard specification including gas central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with washer-dryer, built-in oven, hob and cooker hood. Allocated parking spaces can be found outside.

For those looking for something more traditional, three-bedroom homes are also available, priced from £194,995.

Located in the small, thriving town of Halesowen, Century Square affords excellent access to the M5 and Birmingham, and to the Worcestershire countryside and nearby Clent Hills.

Home to a picturesque Norman church and a 13th Century abbey, Halesowen retains an historic character, with beautiful architectural features combining with modern shops, restaurants, cafes and cultural amenities.

A traditional farmers' market still runs on the second Saturday of each month.

The town offers plenty of outdoor pursuits, including green parks and recreation grounds, tennis courts, a bowling green, golf course and leisure centre.

A selection of schools is also within easy walking distance of the development, and Halesowen College of Further Education enjoys an outstanding local campus.

Commuters will appreciate that Birmingham city centre is just 25 minutes away by road.

To find out more about homes at Century Square and the range of options available to first-time buyers and those with a property to sell, log on to Georgewimpey.co.uk.