Upsizing at Clarion Gate

Climbing the property ladder is a rite of passage for many homeowners and for those looking to purchase a bigger home now could be just the right time.

With the government's communities and local government department stating that property prices have increased 2.6% in the second quarter of this year, the market seems to be stabilising. One young couple in Chelmsford decided to take advantage of the current property prices at Crest Nicholson’s Clarion Gate development, in Chelmsford and take the next step up the property ladder.

Not wanting to sell their previous flat in the current market, Matthew Oates (35) and Kim Ward (27) were looking for a great value home that they could afford having a second mortgage on. Having looked at other developments around the area, they came across Clarion Gate on a property website and were impressed by the quality, location and price of the three bedroom homes on offer.

Matthew comments: “Our previous flat was in a village on the outskirts of Chelmsford and both Kim and I felt that moving to a larger home nearer to the town was a natural progression. We were pleasantly surprised with what was on offer from Crest Nicholson and the great value for money gave us the final nudge we needed to make the move. We now let our flat out which helps us financially and it also means that we don’t have to worry about selling in the current market.”

Annette Cole, Sales and Marketing Director of Crest Nicholson (Eastern) Ltd comments; “With a great range of properties on offer at Clarion Gate homebuyers looking to trade up or down, or even take their first steps onto the ladder, are sure to find a home that suits them at an affordable price. As Matthew and Kim have found, Clarion Gate is located in an ideal position for commuters and those looking to enjoy what Chelmsford has to offer, as well as being set close enough to enjoy some of the beautiful countryside that Essex has to offer.”

Clarion Gate comprises a superb collection of 153 traditional and contemporary styled one and two bedroom apartments and three and four bedroom houses. In tune with the local surroundings, when complete the scheme will be laid out across two complimentary, yet distinctive areas called The Village Green and The Avenues built around a newly formed village green.

While both Matthew and Kim are lucky enough to work a short drive from the development, Clarion Gate offers excellent transport links for those commuting further. Nearby Chelmsford Station provides fast and efficient services to London Liverpool Street taking approximately 35 minutes. Alternatively, the A12 is just a short drive from the scheme and provides direct routes south to the Capital and Colchester to the north.

Prices for a three bedroom house at Clarion Gate start at £275,000. For further information about buying a home at Clarion Gate see crestnicholson.com.