Newsletter June 2013
LATE TELEPHONE LINES A SUCCESS!!!! Drewery are delighted to report on the success of their telephone lines being open longer. Since April this year Drewery have extended their telephone lines to be open from 8.30am in the morning until 8pm in the evening Monday to Friday allowing the public to contact the company before or after work. Telephone lines have also been extended on Sunday. Paul Long, Director of Drewery Property Consultants commented “Our telephone lines are now open longer than most local agents and allow the public to contact us at a time that is best for them before or after work. The extended hours ensure that no leads are
RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICE INDEX FOR MAY 2013 Records tumble: National nears £250k, London passes £500k •
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New national average asking price record of £249,841, as new sellers raise prices by 2.1% (+£5,135) this month. Fifth consecutive monthly rise leaves prices 9.1% (+£20,852) higher year-to-date, the strongest price start to a year since 2004 South-led price surge as London, South East and East Anglia hit all-time highs. London passes the £500,000 milestone with jump to £509,870, leaving the typical property in the capital more than twice as expensive as the national average. Cheap money and more positive mood starting to release pent-up demand as evidenced by pressure: •
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Rightmove: “We’ve seen record activity – 1.25 billion pages in April, up over 20% on 2012” Surveyors: “We’re flat out carrying out mortgage valuations, not seen this for several years” London agent: “Last year’s activity was crazy, this year’s is ridiculous”
lost and that anyone who is interested in one of our properties can contact us to arrange a viewing or discuss a property further. In a very busy world people now expect professional companies to be contactable at all different times and not just the old 9-5 it used to be” Instruct Drewery to sell or let your property and benefit from our late telephone lines and ensure your property receives Maximum Exposure. Drewery continue to be at the forefront of technology and marketing ideas for the local property market. For further information on this service please call our Sales Team on 020 8300 6761 or our Lettings Team on 020 8269 6600.
PROPERTY OF THE MONTH As Featured On Front Page...... 3 bedroom, split level galleried apartment, full of character. Located in sought after building know as “The Clockhouse” on the popular Hollies development. The property is surrounded by parkland and offers access to the onsite leisure centre (compulsory separate charge). The apartment has been vastly improved by its current owner and briefly comprises: private entrance door, entrance hall, 19`8 lounge featuring a stunning character arched window, along with cathedral style ceiling, a modern kitchen featuring a range of appliances, a third bedroom/dining room, second bedroom with fitted wardrobes and modern bathroom. To the first floor is the galleried master bedroom featuring a character beamed ceiling and velux window and an ensuite shower room. Externally the property features well maintained communal grounds and parkland and 2 parking spaces. Internal viewing is highly recommended.
Rowanwood Avenue, Sidcup DA5 8WN Guide Price: £349,995