A century old with today's benefits

House hunters who prefer older or individually styled properties need not feel left out of the deals traditionally associated with new homes, thanks to Barratt West Midlands' OakLeaf Homes.

This branch of the housebuilding company offers houses from one to one hundred years old, with all the benefits of buying a new home. OakLeaf opens up the possibility of purchasing a property in any area of the country, built across any decade over a hundred years. And prospective purchasers who prefer older style properties, or those who have a specific shopping list for their new home, will experience the same discounts and deals as a new Barratt home.

Properties under the OakLeaf name range from early terraced 20th century properties with character and spacious rooms, to 40s and 50s traditional detached and semi-detached houses with larger gardens. The menu features properties from every decade, including some which are virtually brand new at just one- or two-years-old.

Currently for sale with OakLeaf is a two-bedroom house situated on Church Vale in West Bromwich. Similarly to the new homes available on Barratt developments, this property has also seen a reduction in price to £99,950. The hall offers a storage area complete with shelves, a spacious lounge, separate dining area, kitchen with white units and downstairs bathroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, with a yard to the rear offering one parking space and double gates.

Graydon Worthing, Sales Director for Barratt West Midlands, said, "OakLeaf properties are an excellent way for purchasers to take advantage of deals we offer on our brand new homes, whilst selecting a property which perhaps suits their preferences. Some people prefer older homes or the styles of decades gone by - many require a larger garden, or some want one in a location which would not be possible with a new build.

"These properties are those which have been part-exchanged by customers who have bought homes on our new developments. They have met stringent criteria and have been fully checked over and purchased for fair market value, so buyers can rest assured they are getting a quality home at a reasonable price, which is something that isn't always guaranteed as easily.

"The other thing to consider is that our OakLeaf properties come without an awkward chain, so the worry and hassle is taken out of waiting for the previous owners, as they will have already reserved their brand new Barratt home."

For further information about OakLeaf, log on to Barratthomes.co.uk and follow the ‘find a home' link to select ‘older properties'.