South West house prices are soaring as people continue to shun larger cities for more rural areas.
Last year saw the average house price in the region jump to £327,061, according to the Halifax House Price Index.
Estate agents in Plymouth have also reported a large increase in the number of house-hunters determined to move in 2021.
This, in turn, has sparked a surge in demand for homes in Britain’s Ocean City – particularly waterside properties.
The Covid-19 pandemic has forced people to re-evaluate their lives, including their living arrangements.
In a recent study by the University of Exeter, researchers investigated the wellbeing effects of coastal living.
They found that people who live close to the sea are happier. And they also have better mental health compared those who live inland.
Lang Town & Country is proud to run Plymouth’s only dedicated waterside estate agency.
Where is our Waterside office?
You’ll find our specialist Waterside office in the heart of Notte Street.
The road runs parallel to the historic Barbican and picturesque Plymouth Hoe – home to the iconic Smeaton’s Tower lighthouse.
We opened the branch in November 2016 and quickly built on the success of our Mannamead and Plymstock offices.
We also have a thriving Lettings section and Land & New Homes department.
Why choose our Waterside office?
In the last five years, our Waterside team has established a strong reputation as Plymouth’s leading waterside experts.
Led by Phil Searle, the department offers more than 20 years’ experience within the waterside market.
We boast an extensive knowledge of the city’s waterfront areas, and a wide variety of individual homes and developments.
Phil’s team also includes Andrew Genge, assistant manager, and property consultant Hannah Lambert.
The trio specialises in properties of all shapes and sizes in Plymouth and the surrounding areas. We also go as far afield as South East Cornwall and the South Hams coastline.
Our extensive and diverse portfolio ranges from luxurious seaside apartments with stunning views, to grand waterfront mansions with moorings for true boat lovers.
How else can you help sell my home?
When selling your waterside home, we also have the marketing advantage with the Waterside Properties Network.
These offices in prime coastal, river and estuary locations across the country enable us to reach potential buyers from further afield.
Perhaps our largest USP is that we can market properties through our other offices.
We have enjoyed phenomenal success on behalf of clients at our Plymstock branch on The Broadway.
What’s in store for the Plymouth property market?
Paul Preen, Managing Director, says: “The past 12 months has presented a unique challenge for the property industry.
“The increase in buyer demand is in part being fuelled by a shortage of supply, with fewer new sellers coming to market.
“Last year, we saw the housing market unexpectedly buoyed by buyers; determination to move and satisfy their new lockdown-induced housing needs. This surge in demand suggests that we may well be seeing a continuation of that this year.
“We’re confident of the future of Plymouth, which is why we continue to invest so heavily in this brand and our Waterside office.
“The fact our office on Notte Street is dedicated to selling just waterside properties shows how much we continue to value this sector. And during a relatively short period of time we’ve seen our presence make us a clear leader in the market.”
How do I get in touch with the Waterside office?
If you would like to find out more, contact our Waterside office on 01752 200909 or via email at Waterside@langtownandcountry.com
You can also contact us via our website here.
