Off-plan buyers head for Derbyshire

The re-emergence of off-plan purchasers – who decide to buy a home before construction has started – provides further evidence that the Derbyshire 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 James Poynor, Sales Director at Barratt North Midlands.

“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 Barratt 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 James. “And advances in technical drawings, computer generated images and even virtual tours make visualising your home easier than ever before.’’
Purchasers can currently take advantage of the benefits of buying off plan at all Barratt’s developments throughout Derbyshire which include:

The Spires, Chesterfield
A selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments priced from £89,995. The sales office is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 6pm.

The Glade, Church Gresley
Comprises four- and five-bedroom homes with prices starting from £227,995. The sales office is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 6pm.

Hallam Fields, Ilkeston
Offering one- and two- bedroom apartments from £70,995 and three- and four-bedroom houses priced from £131,995. The sales office is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 6pm.

City Point, Derby
Comprises four- and six- bedroom houses priced from £181,995. The sales office is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 6pm.

For more information log onto the website at barratthomes.co.uk.