First Time Buyer October/November 2025

AFFORDABLE HOMES

EVERYDAY LIVING MADE EASIER WITH L&Q

In today’s housing market, location continues to top many first time buyers’ priority lists. Research from the Home Builders Federation has found that over half of first time buyers consider access to local amenities and a sense of community just as important as the home itself Placing an emphasis on location, L&Q has homes available within growing communities with plenty of amenities on the doorstep, helping customers tick more boxes on the wish list. With a variety of homes, spanning across the capital to the heart of Manchester’s regeneration zones, we explore how three flagship developments – Prime Point, L&Q at Bankside Gardens and L&Q at Victoria Riverside – are redefining the first time buyer experience. PRIME POINT, GREENWICH PENINSULA Located in one of south east London’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods, Prime Point offers more than stylish studio to three bedroom homes. Set within the dynamic Greenwich Peninsula, the development has been designed to help residents connect with each other and with their surroundings. Green space is a key focus at this city development, with a communal podium garden and children’s play area offering room to unwind and enjoy the fresh air. Also close by is Central Park and the Peninsula’s linear park – London’s first ever elevated riverside park. Currently approximately 1km in length, once complete, the linear walkway will be 5km long. With plans for a cafe in the commercial unit, residents will soon have their own go-to coffee spot right on site. First time buyers will be able to take advantage of amenities nearby too, including iconic arena The O2, and its host of sell-out concerts, outlet shopping, bars and restaurants. Meanwhile, art fans can discover installations from artists all over the Peninsula, and free exhibitions in the independent NOW Gallery.

Prime Point

L&Q at Victoria Riverside

L&Q at Bankside Gardens

L&Q’s one and two bedroom Shared Ownership homes at L&Q at Bankside Gardens provide a modern specification and a cool, contemporary design. Current prices start from £69,375 for a 25% share of a one bedroom apartment (full market value: £277,500). Minimum deposits begin from £6,938. L&Q AT VICTORIA RIVERSIDE In the heart of Manchester’s Red Bank neighbourhood, L&Q at Victoria Riverside is part of one of the North’s most ambitious regeneration projects. These one and two bedroom Shared Ownership apartments not only offer first time buyers a chance to join the city’s most exciting new community but also come with facilities that make daily life seamless. With a concierge service, co-working lounge, podium garden and gym, residents can strike the perfect work-life balance. Whether it’s enjoying a walk along the River Irk, grabbing lunch at a trendy restaurant or working from home in the resident-only lounge,Victoria Riverside blends the best of Manchester life with home comforts. Prices for a 25% share of a one bedroom apartment start at £61,875 (full market value: £247,500).

Located in TfL Zone 2/3, Prime Point also offers excellent connectivity. Multiple transport options are within walking distance, including North Greenwich underground station, the IFS Cloud Cable Car and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers’ Greenwich Pier. Prices start from £410,000 for a studio apartment. Shared Ownership pricing starts from £89,875 for a 25% share of a studio apartment (full market value: £359,500). L&Q AT BANKSIDE GARDENS First time buyers might think that having access to private gyms and cinema rooms would be out of reach, but some Shared Ownership providers, including L&Q, are changing the game. At L&Q at Bankside Gardens in Reading, residents join The Residents’ Club 51 – an on-site amenity hub managed by a professional concierge seven days a week – upon moving in. Here, residents gain access to a state- of-the-art gym, co-working space, private bookable cinema and a fitness studio for private sessions. Set beside four lakes and the River Kennet, with easy access to Reading via Green Park station, this development makes high-spec waterside living achievable.

L&Q has homes available across the country. Visit lqhomes.com to explore your options

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