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Celebrities like Stephen Fry, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and “The Beach” actor, Paterson Joseph have all endorsed the transformation of Acton’s now vacant library into a community arts centre. Plans to convert the Victorian building into a creative hub for the community include a café and restaurant, dance and music studios, rehearsal space and cinema screens. Plans should be made public by Ealing Council shortly.
Crossrail which is projected for completion in 2018 will mean that commuters travelling from Acton Mainline station will cut their journey to Bond Street to just 9 minutes.Ealing is being touted as one of the key spots to watch and Acton specifically is seen as offering better value while linking commuters to every key employment centre.
To celebrate our new office opening at 125 High Street, Acton, W3 6LY we’d like to invite you for a glass of prosecco and some cupcakes on Monday January 5th, 4-8pm. Local residents and businesses are welcome to pop in and raise a glass with us; please RSVP to Colleen Babcock by January 3rd, 2015 at [email protected].
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Confidence in the W3 property market helps set new records There is widespread speculation about what 2015 holds for the property market. Commentators believe that the expectation that interest rates will rise along with effect of the general election, may suppress activity. However, Acton looks set to resist this trend as W3 has been widely touted as the next hot-spot in West London.
Nearly a fifth of W3 property sales in the second half of 2014 topped £1 million with the average Acton property costing £656,053 according to the Land Registry. When compared to the London average of £460,921 that looks incredibly impressive but you must remember that during that time there were fewer large developments of flats being marketed in the area at this time which may have boosted the average property price. Having said that, the average Acton asking price at £648,255 with an average rent of £2,071 pcm, shows that confidence in Acton is still high.
Three major factors underpin the market in Acton. Planned changes to transport infrastructure including Crossrail which is set to be completed in 2018, several major upmarket brands moving to the area and rising prices in bordering areas like Shepherd’s Bush, Ealing and Chiswick make Acton increasingly attractive to families looking for more for their money.
Northfields’ new branch at 125 High Street, Acton makes us the only agent in Acton open 7 days a week offering a sales and letting service, so please call Joshua Baines-Buffery on 020 8992 5044 to ask our advice on how we could help you.
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Joshua Baines-Buffery – Sales ManagerExperience: 10 years in the property industry, most recently in ActonLittle known fact: Joshua can often be spotted riding around Acton to his valuations on his fold-up bicycle. He says people are surprised to see him roll up on his bike but he feels that cycling is a more environmentally-friendly choice and it means he never has to worry about finding a parking space!Favourite Place in Acton: The Park Club
Noura Mehdinejad – Lettings ManagerExperience: Joined the company as a Lettings Consultant in 2011 and has successfully climbed the ranks to run her division by delivering record- breaking results and excellent customer service to our landlords.Little known fact: Noura is not afraid to get her boots dirty, as she played football at a professional level until the age of 21.Favourite Place in Acton: Goldsmith Buildings
Pictured at left: Joshua Baines-Buffery, Noura Mehdinejad, Richard Palfreeman CEO
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A question commonly asked by our customers is, ‘when is the right time to buy and sell?’ Our CEO, Richard Palfreeman, has successfully bought properties in November or December, here’s why:1. Buyers and sellers are serious Buyers and sellers who are on the market in November and December are serious and motivated. Buyers tend to be moving for a specific reason – a new job, a baby on the way, or parents trying to register their children for schools in December. It may be a cliché, but the age old phrase “quality over quantity” comes to mind.2. Stand out from the crowd With fewer properties being listed on property portals and websites your home will get more attention from those serious buyers who will be trawling the web while they shelter from the colder weather and darker nights. Likewise, as
a buyer, your offer will stand out for a seller with fewer buyers chancing their arm with offers.3. Avoid getting caught out in the spring crushProperty prices tend to boom in spring and many sellers price their properties optimistically rather than realistically. 4. Lock in your interest ratesWhilst interest rates are still at historic lows, many people are using this time to find the best deals on mortgages. 5. Avoiding the unpredictability of 2015 Because of the 2015 general election and speculation that interest rates will rise, the property market next year is less easy to predict. Buy or sell now to avoid the uncertainty of 2015.
Follow the lead of our own CEO and start your property search in November by calling Joshua Baines-Buffery on 0208 992 5044.
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Bromyard House, W3 - To Let
I spent a lot of time when I was growing up in this area and I can just imagine having a flat like this one with not one, but two terraces to soak up the fresh air plus a communal garden and the park around the corner. Sammy Sitton, Administrator
Bromyard House, W3 - To Let
The roof terrace, the three car garage and the 24 hour porter in this four bedroom penthouse apartment ooze style and sophistication. With this apartment you get a lifestyle, not just a property.
Noura Mehdinejad, Lettings Manager
Davis Road, W3 - To Let
I love the open feel of the kitchen and reception room in this property. With the doors out to the garden I can imagine entertaining and relaxing in this space and just wandering outside to sit on the deck.
Noura Mehdinejad, Lettings Manager
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WILLCOTT ROAD, W3 £1,100,000
“I’m always drawn to the little unique touches in a property and the light fixture in the kitchen of this four bedroom house really stood out for me. The wide open garden is really appealing as well, particularly if you have a family.”
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MYRTLE ROAD, W3 £585,000
“To me this property looks like it belongs in the pages of a magazine. The bedrooms wouldn’t be out of place in a boutique hotel and the reception room is definitely designed to impress.”
Louise Thomas, Senior Consultant
YORK ROAD, W3 £365,000
“My experience of this area tells me that buyers will love the high gloss kitchen in this two bedroom apartment but it’s the transport links at Acton Mainline and North Acton Central line station that will really grab commuters’ attention.”
Joshua Baines-Buffery, Sales Manager
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