Off-plan purchasers return in Derbyshire

Off-plan buying is back in vogue in Derbyshire as housing stock levels hit their lowest level for years, according to leading homebuilder, David Wilson East Midlands.

The re-emergence of off-plan purchasers who decide to buy a home before construction has started provides further evidence that the East Midlands housing market has stabilised after the downturn in 2007 and 2008.

It has been usual practice for developers to sell the first homes on any development off-plan at the lowest prices to encourage sales and get an early return on investment. Then, as the development takes shape, prices are increased.

“Off-plan buyers have always been able to secure extremely competitive deals because all housebuilders like to make some sales before construction begins,” said Philip Lacey, Sales Director at David Wilson.

“It has a number of advantages for buyers who can secure the home they want on the plot of their choice. Buying off-plan with a major developer such as David Wilson means you can rest assured that everything is in place to ensure that your property will be completed to a high standard.”
Off-plan purchasers have the advantage of being able to personalise their new home from the outset by determining the colour schemes of kitchens, bathrooms and tiles. They also enjoy all the benefits traditionally associated with new homes minimal maintenance, fresh décor, good insulation, the latest double glazing and energy efficient central heating.

“We produce detailed site plans to help select your plot from the development layout,” added Philip. “And advances in technical drawings, computer generated images and even virtual tours make visualising your home easier than ever before.”

Purchasers can take advantage of the benefits of buying off-plan at all David Wilson’s developments throughout Derbyshire which include:

Castle Heights, Church Gresley
Castle Heights comprises of a wide selection of one-, three- and four- bedroom houses. Prices start from £59,995.

City Point, Derby
City Point offers three-, four- and five- bedroom homes. Prices start from £134,995.

For further information log on to dwh.co.uk.