Just a handful of Shared Ownership homes remain at Excalibur, L&Q’s groundbreaking redevelopment of the former Excalibur Estate in Catford, Southeast London.
All remaining homes at the popular Excalibur development are one-bedroom apartments, offering an affordable route onto the housing ladder in Southeast London, with prices starting from £79,750 for a 25% share.
Claire Brenlund, Sales and Marketing Director at L&Q, comments: “The one-bedroom Shared Ownership apartments at Excalibur are perfect for first-time buyers looking to get a foot on the ladder in up-and-coming Catford. There is a growing community here at Excalibur, which is a fantastic regeneration scheme. Our one-bedroom homes have been popular with single purchasers and couples both from the local area and across London.”
Excalibur is the long-term regeneration of the Excalibur Estate, delivered by L&Q in partnership with Lewisham Council. The project sees a neighbourhood of prefabricated 1940s bungalows transformed into approximately 390 new homes available through Shared Ownership, London Living Rent and affordable rent. The estate was first built in 1946 to meet housing need during the post-war housing crisis, and was originally designed to only last 10 years. The regeneration masterplan by Hunters Architects replaces the bungalows with houses and apartments featuring modern exteriors, clean lines and smart brickwork, all set around communal landscaped grounds.
Each property is finished to a contemporary standard, with kitchens equipped with sleek integrated appliances including an oven, a ceramic hob, a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. Helping residents keep bills low, Excalibur homes feature eco-friendly heating from an onsite district heating system, energy-efficient LED downlights, and dual flush plates in all bathrooms to conserve water. Additionally, every apartment has a private balcony or terrace.
Vibrant Catford is currently undergoing a multi-million-pound regeneration programme, which includes the redevelopment of Catford Shopping Centre to create retail and community space for all. Food lovers will enjoy the variety of independent restaurants, along with pubs and bars ideal for lively evenings out. Additionally, Mountsfield Park and Ladywell Fields are only a short distance from Excalibur, giving valuable access to green spaces.
The homes are within walking distance of a number of local bus routes, including the 124 to nearby Catford Bridge and Catford rail stations in 14 and 16 minutes respectively. These stations offer speedy services direct to Central London, allowing commuters to reach London Bridge in just 10 minutes and London Blackfriars in 22 minutes.
Prices for remaining one-bedroom homes at Excalibur start from £79,750 for a 25% share (full market value: £319,000). Visit the website here.