{"id":20325,"date":"2025-03-11T11:48:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benhams.com.my\/news\/?p=20325"},"modified":"2025-03-17T12:04:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T12:04:19","slug":"exclusive-opportunity-to-invest-in-london-lakeside-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benhams.com.my\/news\/property-investment\/exclusive-opportunity-to-invest-in-london-lakeside-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Exclusive opportunity to invest in a London lakeside property"},"content":{"rendered":"

Waterfront homes in London often come at a premium due to their scenic views and natural surroundings. However, for many young buyers and renters, connectivity is just as important. A home that offers lakeside views, green spaces, and 17 mins to central London with quick connections is a rare find.<\/p>\n

\"Southmere\"<\/p>\n

Set within Thamesmead\u2019s 200-acre regeneration site, Southmere offers investors and buyers an opportunity to purchase their dream home with a Zone 4 price tag but with Zone 2 connectivity. Many local UK purchasers are first-time buyers<\/a> aged between 25 – 34, and they are attracted to the many amenities that appeal to building a young family or renters, such as business parks, Ofsted Good rating schools, vast green lands and outdoor amenities, as well as being recognized as one of the safest place to live or rent in London.<\/p>\n

A stone’s throw away from Central London – The Elizabeth Line effect<\/h2>\n

Not often will you find a residential development with access to 3 connecting lines, which appeals to many renters and homeowners alike. The development is only a short 10-minute walk to Abbey Wood Station, residents can hop on the Elizabeth Line and reach Canary Wharf in 11 minutes, Liverpool Street in 17 minutes and Bond Street in 25 minutes.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

There are also the Thameslink and Southeastern lines with direct connections to Greenwich, London Bridge, Blackfriars, Waterloo, Charing Cross & King’s Cross. The ease of connectivity appeals to young career professionals who work in London\u2019s business hubs and students studying in top London universities, such as King’s College London, LSE, Queen Mary University and University of Birkbeck to name a few. <\/p>\n

Invest in the early phase of the masterplan regeneration<\/h2>\n

\"New<\/p>\n

One of London\u2019s largest masterplan regeneration, Thamesmead is poised to expand, aiming to grow the town into a vibrant neighbourhood with over 100,000 residents by 2050 and deliver 20,000 new homes over the next 20 years to tackle London\u2019s housing shortage. The masterplan plans to include improved amenities, by providing 107,000 sqm of commercial space, a waterside promenade, a public plaza, an outdoor gym, lifestyle activities, caf\u00e9s & restaurants \u2013 with TACO, Co-Op & Anytime Fitness already in operation. <\/p>\n

The neighbourhood will see improvements to its natural surroundings with access to 370 acres of green space, featuring 5 public parks, 5 lakes, 7km of canal, and 53,000 new trees. Thamesmead offers healthy lifestyle living, from studying at The Nest library to enjoying waterside activities such as lake paddling. <\/p>\n

\"Southmere,<\/p>\n

Residents have access to facilities that complement their lifestyle, a 16-hour concierge, cinema, lounge, co-working space, and games room, with an attractive service charge rate. <\/p>\n

High investment potential with value for money entry price<\/h2>\n

For investors and families, Southmere offers attractive London Zone 4 homes at Manchester prices, with 1 bed priced from \u00a3350,000, 2 beds from \u00a3465,000, and 3 beds from \u00a3595,000. Its great connectivity and affordability make it a top choice for young buyers and renters.<\/p>\n

\"Southmere,<\/p>\n

With rents reaching up to \u00a3650* per week, access to the Elizabeth Line boosts rental demand with an 8%* premium, with a forecast of 38%* price growth over 10 years, investors have an opportunity to enjoy up to 6.3% rental yield and benefit from long-term capital appreciation. <\/p>\n

Southmere has a strong investment projection for those looking to build passive income, offering low entry prices with high returns. Attractive ownership only requires staged payments of 15% deposit, with 85% balance payable at completion, estimated between August \u2013 November 2026. Malaysian buyers have the option to borrow up to 70% from both UK or Malaysian banks, with GBP or MYR loan.<\/p>\n

Exclusive launch of Southmere in Kuala Lumpur<\/h2>\n

Benham and Reeves Malaysia<\/a> are excited for you to join us at the very first exclusive launch of Southmere in Kuala Lumpur on the 22nd and 23rd of March, where this phase of apartments are directly facing the lake. <\/p>\n

We will also be featuring a talk about the latest London Property Rental Market Update: How to receive rent offers in less than 2 weeks and achieve 6% rental yield. Come and meet industry experts, to get insights from developer, banker, lettings agent, property management and tax returns services for an all-rounded advisory and seamless after-sales services.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested to know if you can qualify for a mortgage, come and meet the banker at the event for a free loan assessment. Monthly instalments with an MYR loan are estimated to start from RM8,070# (\u00a31,436) per month. With the 1-bed estimated to rent at \u00a31600pm, it would be able to cover the mortgage instalments, with some extras to pocket. Register now<\/a> for the launch!<\/p>\n

Southmere KL Launch details<\/h3>\n

22 \u2013 23 March (Sat and Sun), 11am \u2013 6pm
\nHilton Kuala Lumpur, Level 7, Suite 3<\/p>\n

*Investment analysis provided by Peabody, Thamesmead, Ordnance Survey 2024, Dataloft by PriceHubble, Land Registry. Walking distances & travel times are taken from maps.google.com, number of stops are taken from London Underground & Train route map. #Based on a 70% Principal plus Interest loan margin in MYR, 25 years tenure at 4.95% interest rate at \u00a31 to RM5.62 exchange rate dated 3 March 2025, calculations serve as a guide only and subject to bank\u2019s approval based on buyer\u2019s income & background. Rental yield is estimated\/projected taking into account future inflation rate.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Waterfront homes in London often come at a premium due to their scenic views and natural surroundings. However, for many young buyers and renters, connectivity is just as important. A home that offers lakeside views, green spaces, and 17 mins to central London with quick connections is a rare find. Set within Thamesmead\u2019s 200-acre regeneration … <\/p>\n

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