Prime waterfront properties defy market gloom

Despite the current downturn in the market, Knight Frank has achieved an impressive four sales in the last month at Chamberlain Court, the latest phase at Berkeley Homes' landmark development The Waterside, Royal Worcester, located at the heart of Worcester city.

The launch of Chamberlain Court at the end of October saw a healthy amount of interest with approximately 35 visitors through the doors. Homebuyers had a first glimpse of the stunning two-bedroom show apartment which overlooks the Birmingham and Worcester canal.

One visitor was so impressed with both the build quality and central location, he went on to purchase a two-bedroom apartment with his brother at the launch weekend. Whilst Mr Shaw purchased for a buy-to-let investment, the luxurious apartments at Chamberlain Court have attracted a range of purchasers from downsizers to those looking for a centrally located weekend pad.

Lucy Gibbons, Sales Manager at Knight Frank said: "Chamberlain Court's main selling point is the great location. It is the closest apartment building on the development to Worcester's city centre and this appeals to both mature purchasers looking to downsize and young professionals alike.

"As the market has toughened buyers have become more discerning about the quality of what they are buying. As such, these sales are a real testament to the quality of the apartments. Visitors have commented on the high specification and finish being of a higher quality than competing schemes and this is reflected in the number of sales we have achieved to date."

Chamberlain Court is the first building in the Severn Street phase of the five year build programme at The Waterside development and comprises just 11 one and two-bedroom apartments. Whilst all the apartments benefit from waterside aspects, the two-bedroom apartments also offer views of the historic cathedral.

All apartments benefit from flooring though out, electric under floor heating, integrated Zanussi appliances including a dishwasher, car parking and an audio entry system. Some of the remaining apartments in Chamberlain Court also benefit from a balcony or a terrace. Apartment prices start at £135,000.

The Waterside combines luxurious living with a great location. As well as the some 400 homes the site also offers a quality hotel, café, restaurants, commercial space and a small amount of retail. Public Squares and landscaped areas ensure that The Waterside will become an integral part of Worcester's city centre.

To learn more about current availability and to register your interest in future phases at The Waterside, Royal Worcester, log on to Watersideroyalworcester.co.uk or Knightfrank.com.