24 | Clarke Group: Walmsley Terraces DEVELOPMENT T T Karen Phelps Modern living for South Auckland Alfriston Villas comprises 50 duplex townhouses, each spanning two levels. In a bid to meet the increasing demand for affordable high quality housing in South Auckland’s thriving property market, Clarke Group, led by managing director Austen Clarke, has launched its latest development project at 110 Alfriston Road. Located in the heart of Manurewa, Austen says this brand-new townhouse development is poised to offer residents contemporary living with easy access to key amenities. “Alfriston Villas is in a strategic location near the town centre and employment nodes and other crucial infrastructure, which has made it an attractive proposition for prospective purchasers,” says Austen. “Perfect for working professionals, small families and savvy investors, these duplex townhouses offer the perfect balance of urban development and natural beauty.” The project comprises 50 duplex townhouses, each spanning two levels. Each home features 2-bedrooms plus study, 1.5 bathrooms and dedicated car parking spaces. The homes are equipped with high-spec fit-outs, including smart home technology, and will come with a 10-year building warranty, ensuring peace of mind for buyers. Austen says that one of the key attractions of the development is the ownership of freehold titles, with a Residents’ Society to professionally manage and maintain the site’s communal facilities. “The thing I really love about this project is that each one is a duplex, as opposed to a terraced house. “It means the homes feel bright and spacious, since there are side windows in every home, car parks right by the units and no immediate neighbour on one side but grass instead,” says Austen. “Set across an elevated site this allows for sprawling scenic views.” Austen says the location of Alfriston Villas couldn’t be more convenient. It lies in close proximity to the Manurewa town centre, where there is strong demand for rental accommodation as well as first homes. Residents will enjoy great public transport access, with the site in walking distance to the nearby main train station and town centre, and Auckland’s SH1 motorway just five minutes’ drive away. Moreover, the development’s proximity to Windcross Farm Golf Course and Auckland Botanical Gardens further adds to its appeal. Alfriston Villas is currently under construction, with homes set for completion around Christmas. Twenty homes will be sold via the KiwiBuild scheme and 30 to the general public. Around eleven have already sold, and Austen urges interested purchasers to act quickly. Clarke Group has a proven track record in the property development sector, with Austen’s career dating back to 2001 when he first ventured into development in Hamilton. In 2013 Clarke Group was formed, and since then, the company has completed 15 successful developments across South, East, and West Auckland. The firm’s approach to projects involves joint ventures with equal ownership shared between all parties, ensuring a collaborative and inclusive development process. As part of its commitment to addressing the accommodation shortage in New Zealand, Clarke Group has several other large projects in the pipeline, demonstrating the company’s dedication to expanding its successful model “Alfriston Villas is in a strategic location near the town centre and employment nodes and other crucial infrastructure, which has made it an attractive proposition for prospective purchasers.” Each home features 2-bedrooms plus study, 1.5 bathrooms and dedicated car parking spaces. to various urban centres across the country. Austen says that Clarke Group’s approach to development is built on the principles of innovation, community engagement, and collaboration with both the government and private sectors. With a strong focus on providing innovative solutions to the housing market, the company is committed to fulfilling the critical socio-economic need for quality housing while ensuring the development benefits the local communities. With South Auckland a fast growing region, Austen says that Clarke Group’s knowledge of the market will see it continue to deliver high-quality housing solutions to meet the demands of the region’s ever-evolving property market.
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