Catering to an increasing demand for homes in Cambridge, L&Q is launching a brand-new collection of 5 three-bedroom Shared Ownership houses at L&Q at Marleigh on 11th and 12th March. A desirable development offering the best of both worlds, L&Q at Marleigh is located just three miles from the shops, restaurants and entertainment of Cambridge city centre as well as the idyllic surrounding countryside.
Home to an abundance of historical architecture and top educational institutions as well as parks, squares and luscious green spaces, the county town of Cambridge has much to offer buyers. Demonstrating the growing popularity of Cambridgeshire as a whole, the area is expected to see a 27% growth in households by the end of 2033.*
An attractive asset for growing families moving to the area, the Marleigh Academy Primary school opened on site in September 2022, providing a 420 place school plus 52 place nursery. The development is also located in the catchment area of several well-regarded primary and high schools, while also near to the international renowned Cambridge University. This makes L&Q’s new three-bedroom homes perfect for hopeful family buyers seeking an affordable route onto Cambridgeshire’s competitive property ladder.
Claire Brenlund, Sales and Marketing Director at L&Q, comments, “Cambridge has always appealed to a variety of buyers, as homes tend to offer more in the way of space and value for money compared to the capital, while still benefitting from fantastic transport links into London, as well as a vibrant city centre in its own right.
“As a result, we’re expecting interest for our new collection of three-bedroom Shared Ownership homes to be especially high with buyers seeking an alternative, more affordable option to the open market in Cambridge. New residents will be joining an already flourishing and welcoming community at Marleigh, where the majority of previous phases have sold out within weeks of launch.”
Ideal for buyers looking to move straight in, homes in the new release have a fully inclusive specification throughout at no extra cost. Contemporary Symphony kitchens come with soft close doors and drawers and integrated appliances, whilst bathrooms feature a chrome-plated bath, shower and basin taps and modern white sanitary-ware. Generous living and bedrooms provide enough space for families to grow into. A sought-after feature for family buyers, each home has a turfed garden complete with a shed and paving as well as allocated parking.
Providing convenience on the doorstep, the newly opened Jubilee Square sits at the very heart of this growing neighbourhood and is home to a Co-op supermarket and The Monkey Puzzle Nursery, as well as playing host to a number of community events. Also included in the masterplan is The Hanger, a buzzing new hub which houses a community centre, cafe and offices, providing spaces for residents to socialise and get to know their neighbours.
In the city centre, Cambridge is home to an array of eating, leisure and cultural venues. Residents at L&Q at Marleigh are just a short journey from Mill Road, a mile long stretch of independent cafés, quirky shops and international restaurants as well as John Lewis department store at the Grand Arcade shopping centre. For weekend excursions, the Arts Theatre hosts an impressive programme of drama productions including touring hit musicals, classic plays and interactive children’s shows.
In Cambridge, riverside walks and pubs are always within easy reach. The open spaces of Stourbridge Commons and Ditton Meadows are a favourite spot with locals for walking and summer picnics, with many more green areas scattered around the city, including Midsummer Common and Parker’s Piece.
Just a short drive from the development, Cambridge North or Cambridge Station offers regular rail services into London, enabling commuters to reach King’s Cross in under 50 minutes, and Liverpool Street in just over an hour. L&Q at Marleigh’s handy access to the A14 and M11 makes getting around by car just as easy. For shorter journeys closer to home, Cambridge’s Park & Ride bus service can be found on nearby Newmarket Road for trips to the city centre and The Grafton shopping centre, stopping at retail parks and Cambridge Football Club on its way. Famed for its cycle credentials, Cambridge also has 80 miles of designated bike lanes and routes, meaning that now a quarter of all journeys to work in the city are now made on two wheels.
