Woodpecker Way, Chichester

SHARED OWNERSHIP Haart are delighted to offer to the market a selection of stylish and modern two-bedroom contemporary houses on behalf of VIVID Homes.

VIVID are a leading provider of affordable homes in the South of England. They’re ranked as the 4th biggest house builder in Inside Housing’s nationwide survey of UK Housing associations in 2022! Their customers are at the heart of everything they do, and they have a dedicated After Care team to support their new homeowners. So far, they’ve sold Shared Ownership homes to over 4,000 customers, and continue to grow that number every month by offering good quality affordable homes across Hampshire, Surrey, and Berkshire.

For more information on Vivid Homes visit shown is for a 25% share.

Prices start from £81,875 for a 25% share. The homes will be decorated in a neutral style throughout. The kitchen comes with over, hob and extractor. Pets are allowed too.

About the area:

New homes at Minerva Heights are in a superb location in Chichester. Nearby you’ll find the South Downs National Park, perfect for walking and enjoying the outdoors but with the added convenience of the busy city centre less than 2 miles away. This location offers a great deal to people of all ages, singles, couples and families as you are surrounded by beautiful countryside whilst having proximity to the harbour and town centre. Minerva Heights is a brand new community with a new primary school, country park, sports pitches and a centre for employment, retail and health.

AFFORDABILITY


Share - Purchase Price - Monthly rent
25% - £95,000.00 - £653.13
30% - £114,000.00 - £609.58
40% - £152,000.00 - £522.50
50% - £190,000.00 - £435.42
60% - £228,000.00 - £348.33
70% - £266,000.00 - £261.25
75% - £285,000.00 - £217.71

You will need a minimum 5% deposit for mortgage purposes and funds to pay for solicitor fees, moving costs & furnishings.

Shared ownership provides an affordable way for you to become a home owner, by buying a share in a new home and paying a subsidised rent on the remaining share. You will then have an opportunity to purchase further shares in your home in the future up to 100%, which we call "staircasing", as further shares are purchased the rent reduces accordingly.

Please note the following:

Eligibility conditions apply

Local applicants may have priority

Prices and projected handover dates are for guidance only and are subject to change

The 25% example above shows the minimum share available. Applicants will be means tested to confirm the share they purchase and are required to purchase the maximum affordable %

Successful applicants will have a maximum of 28 days ** to exchange contracts following VIVID’s solicitor issuing the contract pack. You must then complete on the purchase within a maximum 5 days of either exchange of contracts or following handover from the developer

** or if all legal paperwork and the mortgage offer is in you must complete the sale.


Minerva Heights surrounding location.

The rich history of the city of Chichester are apparent from its Roman walls and pretty cathedral as you enter the city. Chichester plays host to many independent food and drink makers, with produce available at the region’s many farmers markets, farm shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Some of the restaurants even feature in the Michelin guide. Other well-known family restaurants include Côte brasserie, Wildwood and Giggling Squid as well as many other pubs and bars if you are stopping by for a drink.

If you’d like to go shopping, there is a varied selection of shops to choose from. Many of the major retail brands are here, but if you’re looking for a unique gift you can take a walk around the historic lanes and browse in Chichester’s independent boutiques. For groceries, all the major supermarkets are within easy reach including a Sainsbury’s and Waitrose, just a short drive from Chidham.

Chichester Harbour is one of the South’s most popular sailing destinations and is also a special place for rare wildlife thanks to its unique wetlands. West Wittering beach is approximately 15 miles away and so pretty that it is regularly used as a film and photo shoot location, while Pagham beach is also within easy reach and is worth a visit.

A new primary school and country park are included in the plans and there are several existing schools to choose from in this area too. Chidham Parochial Primary School, Bosham Primary School and Fishbourne CofE Primary Schools are all close by and rated ‘good’ in recent Ofsted inspections. Whilst for older children, Chichester High School and Chichester College are also within easy reach.

Travel links

* Chichester Harbour is just 28 minutes' drive*

* Chichester City Centre is just 10 minutes' drive*

* Tesco Extra is just 7 minutes drive*

* Chichester train station is just 10 minutes drive*

* Rumboldswhyke Infant School is just 7 minutes' drive

* Rose Green Junior School is just 14 minutes' drive