L&Q hosts first-time buyer Open Day event at Walthamstow development

To mark a brand-new launch of homes at L&Q’s popular cycle-themed development in Walthamstow, aspiring first-time buyers can attend an Open Day event being held at The Chain on Saturday 6th July.

L&Q will release a collection of two-bedroom Shared Ownership apartments on the day, with deposits for the new release starting from just £6,188. At the event, guests will have the chance to speak to the L&Q sales team, to learn more about Shared Ownership and the homes currently available at The Chain. Light refreshments will be provided.

Situated within one of the capital’s most desirable neighbourhoods, The Chain benefits from all the excitement of a vibrant and lively East London location, as well as easy access to plenty of green spaces and convenient transport links and cycle routes across the city. Prioritising green credentials, The Chain is virtually car-free; safe and secure bike storage encourages residents to live a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle and cycle more.

Claire Brenlund, Sales and Marketing Director at L&Q, comments: “Our upcoming Open Day at The Chain invites hopeful first-time buyers to get a feel for what life in Walthamstow could offer them. The new two-bedroom apartments have been designed for modern living – maximising natural light, storage space and with plenty of room for home working requirements. It’s a great opportunity for our customers to see the properties and have any questions they might have about the Shared Ownership process answered.

“Providing additional support to those stepping onto the property ladder, buyers can also take advantage of our current Summer Campaign, which offers £1,500 towards buying costs on selected one-bedroom homes at The Chain.”*

The ultimate city dwelling, every apartment at The Chain is finished to a high specification, with large open plan living/ kitchen/ dining rooms and generous bedrooms. Kitchens are kitted out with fully integrated appliances including double oven, touch control induction hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer. There are communal gardens to enjoy and private outdoor space in the form of balconies or terraces, and homes come with video door entry systems. All residents enjoy a 3-year complimentary membership to the official car club, Zipcar.

Shared Owners Marcelo and Neil found their new home at The Chain. Speaking about what they loved most about the apartment, they comment, “Once inside, the space in the flat was just beautiful. Before our viewing, we were able to see all the floor plan options and the brochure, which was gorgeously laid out and informative. The open-plan living spaces were spacious and filled with light, and really suitable for our needs – we co-parent a little boy and in the future we will need more space for our growing family.”

In the surrounding area, Walthamstow is home to some fantastic open spaces, parks and forests. Lloyd Park and St. James Park are especially popular with locals and offer cafés and children’s play areas. Walthamstow Leisure centre is an eight-minute walk from The Chain, or just a three-minute bus journey, and has a gym, badminton and squash courts and a 5-a-side football pitch. The idyllic nearby Walthamstow Wetlands offers a slice of tranquillity and natural haven amidst the urban landscape.

Living at The Chain means having a wide array of popular, well-reviewed restaurants, coffee shops and bars offering world cuisines right on the doorstop. Popular local hotspots include CRATE St James, Sodo Pizza and Eat 17. The area is brimming with creativity and entrepreneurial flair, with places like Yonder and Ravenswood Industrial Estate bringing yoga, climbing, co-working spaces and popular local bars and breweries to the Walthamstow scene.

The development is well connected, with excellent transport links to the rest of London within easy reach. There are three railway stations within walking distance – St James Street, Walthamstow Queen’s Road and Walthamstow Central – meaning Central London can be reached in just a few minutes via the Victoria and Bakerloo lines. It is possible to travel directly to King’s Cross St Pancras, which makes international connections through Europe increasingly accessible. For a healthier, cheaper and more eco-friendly way to commute, residents can travel by Walthamstow’s cycling network, including Transport for London’s Quietway 2.

Current prices at The Chain start from £100,625 for a 25% share of one-bedroom apartment (full market value: £402,500) and £123,125 for a 25% share of a two-bedroom apartment (full market value: £492,500).