ONLY two apartments remain at River Heights, Hillreed Homes’ popular development in Maidstone. Both properties have a living room, two bedrooms, bathroom and integrated kitchen.

Patio doors on the balconies give views to the gardens. Allocated parking space is located off road in a residents’ parking area and there is also parking for visitors.

Sales and marketing co-ordinator, Jo Richards, said: “River Heights is in the London Road which is a perfect location for commuters affording easy access to Maidstone railway station with excellent train services direct to Charing Cross and Victoria. The M20/M25 motorways are also within a few minutes’ drive.”

Prices start from £153,950 and the show apartment is open daily on 01622 683013.

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CHRISTOPHER Hodgson Estate Agents is marketing a substantial early 20th century property which has not been on the open market for more than 30 years.

Situated on the borders of Whitstable and Tankerton, the family home would benefit from a sympathetic programme of improvement, but retains much of its period details including joinery and cornices. The accommodation includes four bedrooms.

The asking price is £285,000 and full details are on01227 266441.

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BRADFORD and Bingley Estate Agents’ housing market review for 2002 reveals that consumer confidence and demand grew at an insatiable rate throughout the year and prices followed suit.

Spokesperson Nick Freeth, said: “Such was the appetite for home buying that it seemed that the usual seasonal fluctuations in the market were not apparent. However, there has been a slowing in the market towards the end of the year from the top down, but sensibly priced, good quality property continues to sell.”

He expected prices to rise at “a more sensible” five per cent in 2003.

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BUSINESS leaders joined local dignitaries recently for the unveiling of a new showhome at Oak Warren, Asprey Homes’ new development in Sevenoaks.

Bruce Walker, chief executive of Asprey Homes, said: “We are delighted with the rapid sales progress at Oak Warren, especially as we have reserved 70 per cent of the homes.”

Comprising just 16 properties, the development is set in woodland and has attracted interest from a range of buyers.

For further details, contact joint selling agents, RPC Land and New Homes (01622 691911) or Ibbett Mosely (01732 452246).

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OUR homes have become the ultimate status symbol and say more about the way we dress or the car we drive, according to a survey commissioned by Bryant Homes.

The research, conducted by independent think-tank, The Future Foundation, showed that 64 per cent of people believe their home says more about them than their clothes or car.