Yorkshire Market Leading the Country

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November, 2016

YORKSHIRE MARKET LEADING THE COUNTRY

The North Yorkshire housing market is currently outperforming most

The North Yorkshire housing market is currently outperforming most other regions in the country according to Carter Jonas partner Edward Stoyle.

The firm’s offices in York and Harrogate are delivering better sales levels than typically strong areas such as Cambridge and Oxford and are outstripping many others in the country.

Edward said: “We are outperforming not just by a little bit but by some margin. Double the numbers of some offices.”

and a combination of desirable areas, solid, mature markets and good properties for sale are “acting like a magnet for money.”

He said: “although we remain in uncertain time’s it is property, especially in desirable buildings and well served areas, that is still viewed by many as a very safe long term investment.”

The P J LIvesey Group are working in partnership with Carter Jonas at The Residence in York, our conversion of the iconic Terry’s Chocolate Factory into 170 unique apartments.

Since launching in May 2016 an incredible 110 properties and all bar one of the magnificent duplex penthouses have been sold.

Edward said: “I was at a charity event at the neighbouring York racecourse the other week and lots of talk was about The Residence and the level of sales. Even in a strong market, I have to say that the sales figures are exceptional.

“Sales started strong and have remained consistently high and we are seeing some interesting dynamics emerge.

“Around 25% – 30% of sales are to experienced small investors, which is about right on a scheme this size. But we have found that many people who went in to rent early have now turned into buyers. They have tried out life here, like it, and flipped from renting to buying.

“They key to the development’s success is not just the quality of the conversion and the high specification but the fact the homes are sensibly priced and consequently offer terrific value as well as heritage legacy.

“It is telling that key business people from around the city have chosen to purchase at The Residence.”

Residents enjoy a boutique hotel style entrance and concierge service as well as exceptional building maintenance and ground landscaping. Allocated parking is also included.

Edward added: “People come to us asking to be within the city walls or very close to the city centre and we will often oblige by showing them three or four apartments, suggesting they view The Residence as the final stop and by the time we get inside they are already converted!

“It is creating a new legacy for York and it will be interesting to see how the rest of the heritage site unfolds next year and in my view it can only get better.”

EDWARD STOYLE | PARTNER AT CARTER JONAS, YORK & HARROGATE

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Preview Event | The Moorgate

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October, 2016

PREVIEW EVENT AT WESTWOOD PARK

New release of The Moorgate – a stunning five bedroom property

AN EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW EVENT

Introducing two very special properties is being held at the marketing suite at Westwood Park in Beverley this weekend (October 29th Saturday 10am – 4pm)

The beautifully proportioned Moorgate homes back directly onto The Westwood pastures and will be amongst some of the finest new homes ever built within walking distance of the town’s historic market square.

The two outstanding detached newly built homes commanding a prime location on this beautifully secluded site have now been released for sale.

Due for completion in January 2016 the level of interest has been high and as a consequence we are holding the special preliminary preveiw event to showcase the properties to potential buyers.

Offering flexible five-bedroomed family accommodation arranged over three floors, an impressive master suite, private gardens and unique first floor roof terrace looking out over the picturesque Westwood pastures the Moorgate offers a level of luxury to satisfy the most discerning of buyer.

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Exceeding Expectations | York

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October, 2016

EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS

Sales at The Residence York continue to surpass all expectations

Sales at The Residence York … the former Terry’s chocolate factory, continue to surpass all expectations with more than half the properties now sold.

The conversion is attracting discerning buyers and of the 18 penthouses initially available only three remain for sale.

It is a huge endorsement of our vision and it is wonderful to have people now living in this Grade II listed landmark.

We have also now released apartments in the building’s central core that span the depth of the building offering expansive, individual living all with private terraces offering unique outside space.

It is wonderful to see not only the building being brought back to life but the surrounding areas and the restored ornamental gardens. We expect the entire project to be complete by next summer.

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Variety Awards | York

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October, 2016

VARIETY AWARDS | YORK

The Residence, York has once again scooped another plaudit

The Residence, York has once again scooped another plaudit – named Best Large Development at the Yorkshire Residential Property Awards 2016.

The experienced panel of judges said: ”The conversion of the old Terry’s chocolate factory is a sensational scheme. The first phase shows a regard for the building’s heritage while creating contemporary apartments with great style and plenty of storage.

Specifically, it showcases PJ Livesey’s experience and sensitivity when dealing with historic buildings.”

Their words are a great endorsement for the entire team who are working on the project creating beautiful, unique homes in this Grade II listed landmark.

The Awards are run in conjunction with the Variety Club of Great Britain and raised an impressive £88,290 for sick, disabled and disadvantaged children across Yorkshire.

Our Proud Listed Building Legacy

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October, 2016

OUR PROUD LISTED BUILDING LEGACY

PJ Livesey Group’s on going passion for Britain’s listed heritage properties

Lancaster Moor was in the spotlight in a recent feature in the Sunday Times Homes section looking at the PJ Livesey Group’s on going passion for Britain’s listed heritage properties.

Journalist Rebecca Myers was given a tour of the prestigious St. James Park development at Didsbury before sitting down in one of the show homes for a chat with Peter Livesey and daughter Georgina.

The feature focussed on the company’s skill in converting unique buildings and bringing them back to life and the commitment and passion of every single member of the PJ Livesey team.

The former Manchester Metropolitan University site is the company’s 50th development since Peter began developing 35 years ago, and we have tallied up the total number of historic buildings saved to an impressive 161! It would also appear that buying a P J Livesey period property period is a sound financial investment.

Nick Brimelow, from Didsbury agents JP & Brimelow advises demand is much stronger for heritage properties within both the rental and sales markets. He said: “The prime example is the now completed PJ Livesey development in West Didsbury, Didsbury Gate as this offers beautifully converted 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in the same locality as numerous new build developments offering apartments of a similar square footage.

“As a rule of thumb a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom apartment in Didsbury Gate would receive circa £1100pcm in rental compared to a similar modern flat which would only achieve circa £950pcm with an identical square footage. There is clearly a 10% disparity between the two types of property and in some cases even more. “What is also interesting is that tenants who initially insist on finding two bed properties will accept a one bedroom apartment instead if it is situated within a heritage block but not the other way around. This clearly confirms the demand for conversion properties significantly out weighs that of a new build scheme as well as the fact that the yield is also higher.

“This is mirrored in property sales. In my experience there has always been a greater demand for heritage/conversion properties.

“Buyers may traditionally pay more for the period properties but they enjoy a greater capital growth and demand much higher rental yields. It therefore sometimes makes more sense for a buyer to acquire a smaller heritage property than a larger modern unit as over a period of several years they will experience a greater increase in value whilst achieving a similar rental income despite the smaller square footage.

“This is mirrored in property sales. In my experience there has always been a greater demand for heritage/conversion properties.

“Buyers may traditionally pay more for the period properties but they enjoy a greater capital growth and demand much higher rental yields. It therefore sometimes makes more sense for a buyer to acquire a smaller heritage property than a larger modern unit as over a period of several years they will experience a greater increase in value whilst achieving a similar rental income despite the smaller square footage.

“The rental and sales values for both the one and two bedroom apartments within Didsbury Gate have increased at a much greater rate than comparable modern units within exactly the same location.

“If you therefore were to implement the same theory to the St James Park scheme it is entirely understandable that there has been such a high level of demand for the converted apartments which are on offer. “

The best residential scheme in Yorkshire

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October, 2016

THE BEST RESIDENTIAL SCHEME IN YORKSHIRE

The Residence York voted ‘The best residential scheme in Yorkshire

Our conversion of the former Terry’s chocolate factory into The Residence has just been judged to be the best residential scheme in the whole of Yorkshire.

It is a great accolade and testament to the skill, dedication and flair of the entire PJ Livesey team involved in transforming this listed landmark into a wonderful place to live.

While The Residence was named Residential Development of the Year at the Yorkshire Property Industry Awards, our partners, Henry Boot Developments, picked up the Regeneration Award for masterminding the wider chocolate works site.

PJ Livesey director, Georgina Livesey, said: “We are delighted to have such prestigious recognition for the homes we are creating at The Residence.

The response of buyers and the number of sales since launch speak for themselves but to be judged against the best residential developments in the county and come out top is extremely rewarding.

“I am delighted for the whole team involved in this project.

“More importantly I am pleased for the buyers who know they have invested in a lovely unique property in an award winning development that will continue to be a lasting legacy for York.”

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