Wharf Life's Property Supplement, Mar 6-20, 2024

how Square Roots Lewisham offers shared ownership apartments in the midst of a vibrant, vital London area

by Jon Massey

The first development to feature in our focus on shared ownership is Square Roots Lewisham. Delivered in partnership with developer London Square, the south-east London scheme presents prospective buyers with a collection of 141 one, two and three-bedroom apartments as well as duplexes.

Located beside the River Ravensbourne, the development is seven minutes walk from Lewisham Station for rail and DLR services offering links to Canary Wharf and the City.

Properties at Square Roots Lewisham feature fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms, private balconies or terraces for all apartments and space for home working.

The development boasts riverside walks, play areas and a communal roof terrace for residents as well as cycle storage, wireless door entry via handheld devices, a 10-year NHBC warranty and a two-year Square Roots customer service warranty. Buyers can expect to be able to move into their properties this spring.

Square Roots is set to unveil a new three-bedroom show home at its Lewisham Sales Suite on March 16 and will welcome visitors from noon-4pm.

Readers can find out more information about the event by calling 0333 666 2535 or registering online at squareroots.co.uk.

The developer is also offering prospective buyers a package of incentives for those reserving properties at the full asking price.

Those purchasing a one-bed can get up to £4,000 of tailored benefits, while those opting for a two-bed can get up to £6,000. Incentives include Window treatments from Thread And Dandy, John Lewis or Ikea vouchers, an annual travel card for Zones 1-6 or an annual parking space at Lewisham Shopping Centre.

London Square South managing director, Sean Gavin, said: “This is an outstanding opportunity for buyers keen to purchase a high quality new home close to the heart of London, which offers great value.

“Square Roots Lewisham is part of an extensive regeneration of the town centre, where significant

£106,250

Square Roots Lewisham is part of an extensive regeneration of the town centre, where significant investment is being made

Sean Gavin, London Square South

investment is being made. This is excellent news for buyers who are looking for an affordable home in a great location in the capital.”

Canary Wharf workers considering a home at the development can look forward to a commute of less than 30 minutes door-to-door.

Residents will also benefit from an extensive network of local cycle paths offering direct connections to Greenwich, Blackheath and Deptford.

Lewisham itself has seen an influx of capital and activity in recent years with regeneration projects that have delivered new homes and amenities.

The area continues to see strong price growth, with Rightmove recording a 6% rise in average values year-on-year, 11% up on the 2020 peak of £545,248.

This contrasts favourably with trends in other areas of London, which have seen falls in recent years.

Square Roots was established by London Square two years ago with the aim of delivering 3,500 affordable homes over the next five years. With 1,000 properties currently under construction, its schemes have already attracted recognition in the Evening Standard New Homes Awards and First Time Buyer Awards.

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Prices at Square Roots Lewisham start at £106,250 for a 25% share of a one-bed apartment, based on a total market value of £425,000.

The home extends to some 551sq ft and is available with a minimum deposit of just over £5,300 (5%).

Go to squareroots.co.uk for more information

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The scheme features a communal roof garden

Square Roots Lewisham will see its first residents move in over the spring period

pop-up Blades residency arrives

London Square’s The Pickle Factory in Bermondsey is set to host TV presenter and restorer Jay Blades for a four-day residency this month. Jay&Co, a furniture restoration and upcycling workshop, is set to take over one of the commercial units at the south-east London development from March 15-17.

Open from noon-7pm, the residency will act as a showcase for restored and contemporary furniture from Jay&Co, plus interior pieces from emerging artisans and makers. Entry is free for visitors.

During the pop-up, a series of demonstrations will take place with makers showing off their talents in creating textiles, marquetry, furniture, upholstery and restoration.

There will also be a panel discussion entitled Crafting Creativity Into A Business on March 17 chaired by Jade Ilke, of Designing Futures, with Daisy Lula Brunsdon from Lula James and Amber Joy, with design entrepreneur Piers Roberts.

The Pickle Factory is itself something of a restoration and refurbishment, with Crosse And Blackwell’s former Branston Pickle Factory given a new lease of life for residents and businesses. Commercial spaces at the scheme are currently available. Go to thepicklefactorybermondsey.co.uk for details

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Jay Blades’ Jay&Co is set for a Bermondsey pop-up

The Pickle Factory is located in Bermondsey

The development is set to launch a three-bedroom show home on March 16

An artist’s impression of how Kidbrooke Square will look when work on the south-east London scheme is complete

how shared ownership apartments at Kidbrooke Square offer an affordable alternative to renting as NHG Homes prepares to welcome its first residents

by Jon Massey

NHG Homes’ Kidbrooke Square development is all set to welcome its first residents in the coming months.

Set beside the wider regeneration of the Ferrier Estate, the area has been transformed in recent years with extensive house building and landscaping locally.

This project has seen a wealth of amenities arrive in this part of the Royal Borough Of Greenwich, including the blockbuster playgrounds and open spaces of Cator Park – a winner of the Sir David Attenborough award for biodiversity – all of which will benefit Kidbrooke Square buyers.

NHG Homes’ scheme is currently offering one, two and three-bedroom properties on a shared ownership basis, with prices starting at £92,500 for a quarter share of an apartment.

The housing association recently unveiled a one-bedroom show home on-site, showcasing the features of its homes including fully fitted kitchens with A+ energy-rate appliances, bathrooms with porcelain floor tiles and white sanitaryware as well as built-in wardrobes and storage space.

Properties feature open-plan design and boast private outdoor space (including two apartments with winter gardens). Further benefits on-site include communal cycle storage and a concierge service.

Locally, Pegler Square is home to cafes, shops and The Depot pub as well as a gym and regular food markets. In addition to Cator

Now is a brilliant time to buy at Kidbrooke Square as residents start to move in and the community continues to grow

Amie Triphook-Cole, NHG Homes

Park, the open spaces of Kidbrooke Green Park and Sutcliffe Park are also within easy walking distance.

The development is located right beside Kidbrooke Station, offering rapid connections into the centre of the capital – London Bridge takes about 16 minutes, with Waterloo East three minutes beyond that.

Journeys to Canary Wharf take a little over 20 minutes with a change at Lewisham onto the DLR.

The area is well served by bus services and cycle routes, with trips to Blackheath and Greenwich within easy pedalling distance.

NHG Homes head of marketing and digital, Amie Triphook-Cole, said: “Now is a brilliant time to buy at Kidbrooke Square, as residents start to move in and the community continues to grow.

“These fantastic apartments have been designed with a sense of comfort, accessibility and sustainability in mind.”

NHG Homes said the monthly costs of a shared ownership property at Kidbrooke – where rent is paid on the portion of the property not owned by the buyer – were cheaper on average than renting locally.

Fully fitted kitchens in NHG Homes’ apartments come with A+ energy-rated appliances for lower costs and greener operation

With a 5% deposit paid on a 25% share of its entry level one-bed, it estimates that cost to be £1,344 per month, dropping to £1,291, if a buyer pays a 10% deposit.

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Prices at Kidbrooke Square start at £92,500 for a 25% share of a one-bed apartment, based on a total market value of £370,000. The home extends to some 566sq ft and is available with a minimum deposit of £4,625 (5%).

Two-beds are also available starting at £111,875 for a 25% share. Deposits for that property would start at just under £5,600 (5%). Go to nhghomes.com for more information or to book a viewing at Kidbrooke Square

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Homes at Kidbrooke Square feature open-plan design and built-in storage