It’s out with the old, in with the new for buyers at Bauhaus
The on-going debate between old vs. new homes continues as Durkan Estates highlights cash-conscious homebuyers at its Bauhaus development in Croydon, Surrey are taking a long term view when conducting their property search.
Increasingly buyers like 45 year old John Huggett are looking to new homes which benefit from lower on-going running costs, energy efficiency and value for money.
John, a 45 year old local businessman purchased a two bedroom apartment at Durkan’s Bauhaus development in Croydon. John comments: “The first property I purchased was a 1970s apartment which I found extremely high maintenance in terms of general running costs. I therefore loved the idea of purchasing a new property where everything is brand new and when I noticed Bauhaus I knew that it would be the perfect place for me. There is no comparison to my old property! I haven’t had to spend any time or money on anything, plus my energy bills are lower, a winning result all round!”
On average, it costs around £30,000 to bring a second hand property up to the same standard as a brand new home, which covers the cost of replacing the kitchen, heating system, wiring, roof insulation and guttering, bathroom, windows and general redecoration to spruce up tired, old interior schemes.
Kathryn Price, Development Manager for Durkan Estates, comments: “When buying a new Durkan property, purchasers have the assurance we are with them every step of the way, offering expert guidance and advice. At Bauhaus, contemporary designs, high specifications and value for money all come as standard so residents couldn’t want for more.”
Situated just off Croydon High Street Bauhaus is within walking distance of both East and West Croydon train stations. Bauhaus is a stunning new build development on the doorstep of Croydon’s cultural quarter and offers exceptional attention to detail. Featuring a collection of one and two bedroom apartments, three bedroom penthouses and two bedroom mews houses, all of which feature contemporary Lemongrass kitchens with an integrated stainless steel oven, ceramic hob and extractor hood, as well as stainless steel sinks and mixer taps.
The bathrooms at Bauhaus come with Luxury Roca white sanitary ware with steel baths and over the bath shower with glazed bath screen, selected apartments have an en-suite shower room and balconies. Bauhaus also features a landscaped communal courtyard and a 10 year NHBC warranty.
Prices at Bauhaus start from £160,000. Interested purchasers can visit the Bauhaus marketing suite and showhome open every day from 10am to 5pm. For further information and to arrange an appointment, visit bauhaus-croydon.com.
