THIS AWARD IS FOR AN APARTMENT SUITABLE FOR A FIRST TIME BUYER, WHICH IS AFFORDABLE AND ALSO OFFERS EXCELLENT DESIGN FLAIR, BOTH INSIDE AND OUT. Best First Time Buyer Apartment
HYDE NEW HOMES | KINGSTON WHARF
Kingston Wharf by Hyde New Homes is the latest addition in the transformation of Shoreham Harbour into a vibrant, thriving waterfront destination. This exceptional collection of Shared Ownership apartments offers stylish and spacious living for the aspirational first time buyer. Bright full-height windows, striking views of the River Adur, and no corners cut when it comes to quality, this development offers a fantastic opportunity to buyers looking to own their first home. Apartment 131 is an incredible waterfront, ground floor two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with parking. Integral to the design is a light-filled living area and large terrace providing flexible space for both relaxing and entertaining. The design of the apartment buildings has been created to enhance residents’ quality of life, with the interlinking lush landscaping of the communal podium gardens and riverfront boardwalk enabling residents to meet and relax, encouraging a strong sense of community.
PEABODY | MACFARLANE PLACE AT TELEVISION CENTRE
Macfarlane Place is a 100% affordable development in White City, west London delivering 142 high-quality homes, over 50% through Shared Ownership and London Living Rent. Designed by Maccreanor Lavington, the development combines contemporary architecture with community-focused design, including landscaped gardens and rooftop terraces. Apartments feature flexible layouts, premium finishes, and smart storage tailored to modern living. Sustainability is central, with one of the UK’s largest installations of residential external shutters helping combat overheating and mitigate climate change. Paired with air-source heat pumps, high insulation and all-electric systems, these features reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills. In a market where average one bedroom flats exceed £500,000, monthly costs start from £1,080 with London Living Rent and £1,367 per month with Shared Ownership. With excellent transport links, vibrant amenities and a strong focus on affordability and climate resilience, Macfarlane Place proves first time buyers don’t have to compromise on quality or sustainability.
CITY & COUNTRY | FACTORY NO.1
Factory No.1 is an exceptional, gated development of 284 apartments located in vibrant Bedminster, at the gateway to Bristol’s city centre and within walking distance of Bristol Temple Meads station. This development is the result of City & Country’s restoration and conversion of the original, Grade II listed buildings of the former tobacco factory along with the creation of new apartment buildings, all set around a beautifully landscaped central courtyard. It is hardly surprising that the development has attracted numerous first time buyers who appreciate quality and style, a sense of history, peaceful gardens, secure cycle storage and parking with electric vehicle charging. Affordability, however, tops the priority list for first time buyers and apartment 5107 on the first floor of the newly built Watkins House offers excellent value for money, priced at £256,000 and providing 516 sq ft of carefully designed living space, including a large balcony and superb specification.
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68 First Time Buyer August/September 2025
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