Looking to in’vie’st… Look no further

Tue, Jul 25th 2006, 11:00

Everyone knows property can make money; that’s the easy part. What’s not quite as simple is finding that perfect property to invest in. However, Redrow Homes may just have the answer close to Manchester city centre.

Eye catching architecture set amongst water, viaducts and walkways, Redrow’s Castlefield development Vie is a modern, stylish apartment complex fitted to the highest standards.

Suzanne O’Neil, from Thornley Groves Estate Agents on Whitworth Street, Manchester, says: “Manchester is thriving. The regeneration has meant steel and glass structures now merge with the spires of 19th century churches and bridges, open spaces and parks. People are flocking from all over the country and even all over the world to either live or study here.

“Recently the number of people renting has increased. Living in a high rise apartment is fast becoming the ultimate in city glamour. We, generally, have no trouble letting out apartments for investors.”

Vie has received immense interest since it launched in just under two years ago and a lot of that interest derives from investors.

The first phase of build is complete and many purchasers and tenants have moved in.

Christine Aitken, sales director for Redrow Homes (Lancashire) says: “Buying an apartment at Vie is a sound investment. There’s a real buzz around Manchester. People want to work in the city, shop in the city, socialise in the city. Our Vie development lets them do all three – which can only be good news for investors, as it should make the development more appealing for potential tenants.”

The fact that Vie is located in Castlefield is another key factor in the venture’s allure. Residents will be within a short walk of the city centre for work, shops and leisure, but will also be in a good position for those occasions when they need to commute further by car, with the M602 only a five minute drive away. And being just outside the city centre makes the prices among the most competitive too – especially as every plot includes a parking space.

The stunning ‘V’ shaped development sits alongside two rivers, with amazing views from the magnificent Vie Tower across the capital of the North West.

As well as the striking exterior elevations, Redrow has designed the apartments internally to reflect the aspirations of the people who will be living in them. Specification is undoubtedly first class, including bathrooms by Porcelanosa, which boast contemporary white suites, chrome-effect fittings, a chrome finished shower over the bath and sleek slate-grey ceramic floor tiles.

Open plan living/dining areas and kitchens feature wood laminate flooring and the master bedroom includes chic white panelled fitted wardrobes. The vast majority of apartments with courtyard views have stylish Juliet balconies, while those with water views enjoy walk-on balconies overlooking one of two rivers, the Medlock or the Irwell.

Current prices start from £165,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, and tailor-made incentive packages are available to purchasers of the remaining plots.

Vie is located off Water Street, behind Porcelanosa. If you are looking to invest in Vie, a visit to this stunning development is a must. To find out more and view the superb show apartment call the Redrow sales consultants on 0161 819 5488, email vie@redrow.co.uk or go online at www.vie.redrow.co.uk