Perfectly balanced living at Whitby House, Docklands
Offering an enviable combination of practicality and style, Whitby House, Docklands, is an example of modern living through shared ownership from Genesishomes.
The stunning collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments offer the space and flexibility to allow first-time buyers to make the most of sophisticated city living from £68,875 for a 25% share based on a full market value of £275,500.
Contemporary lifestyles require versatile living spaces, which is why two- bedroom apartments at Whitby House balance open-plan living with additional private space. The second bedroom makes each apartment truly adaptable: guest bedroom, home office, children’s room or dressing room – the choice is yours!
Meanwhile, the sleek open-plan space of the main living area perfectly complements the modern City lifestyle, with a selection of apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking views of the London skyline and flooding the apartments with natural light. This combination of contemporary space and traditional layout means that those looking for style as well as privacy can have both at Whitby House!
The apartments at Whitby House boast a high-spec finish. The kitchens come complete with integrated oven, hob and extractor hood as well as a fridge-freezer and washing machine. In addition to traditional air conditioning, cleverly hidden air vents allow fresh air to flow around each home. A modern heating system also supplies the development, meaning that residents avoid the hassle of maintaining their own boilers.
This emphasis on style and quality reflects the desirability of Whitby House’s location. Canary Wharf’s superb collection of bars and restaurants and more than 200 shops is less than a 10-minute walk away. The nearby River Thames provides further waterside entertainment, while additional leisure facilities are available at the world-renowned O2 Centre. The picturesque Greenwich Market and Greenwich Park are only 20 minutes away, offering a quiet escape from the buzz of London Docklands.
Whitby House has several nearby transport links: Heron Quay and South Quay DLR stations, and Canary Wharf underground station are just a few minutes’ walk away. The Jubilee Line whisks you direct to the West End or the thriving Olympic hub, Stratford, in less than 20 minutes. Or you can just hop on the DLR for historic Greenwich, the City of London and – for travellers heading further afield – London City Airport.
All of the apartments at Whitby House are available through shared ownership, a scheme which has been designed to help fist-time buyers get on the property ladder. The scheme is open to anyone who doesn’t already own a property and is unable to buy a home on the open market. You can purchase between 25% and 75% and you can increase your share at any time, all the way to 100% and outright ownership. Your household income must be less than £60,000 per annum and you will need savings of around £3,500 to cover moving and legal costs.
Prices start from as little as £68,875 for a 25% share in a one-bedroom apartment at Whitby House based on a full market value of £275,500. Two-bedroom apartments cost from £90,225 for a 25% share based on a full market value of £360,900.
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