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Shared Ownership
Shared Ownership is a type of affordable homeownership when a purchaser takes out a mortgage on a share of a property and pays rent to a landlord on the remaining share.
Standard eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Annual household income must be less than £90,000 (In London).
- Annual household income must be less than £80,000 (Outside of London).
- Not allowed to own another home. If you already own another property (in the UK or abroad), you must be in the process of selling it.
- Not able to afford to buy a suitable home on the open market.
- Able to demonstrate that you are not in mortgage or rent arrears.
- Able to demonstrate a good credit history and show that you are able to afford the regular payments and costs involved in buying a home.
- Have savings or be able to access at least £4,000 to cover the costs of buying a home. (This is a guideline figure, the actual amount may vary.)
Please note: Eligibility criteria may vary per housing association and therefore you should always check the exact criteria with the developer or housing association responsible for the exploitation of the project.
Mortgage
We checked the information and the developer's representatives confirmed that units in this residential complex can be purchased by using a mortgage.
Property Details
About the house
| 🟧 Tenure | Leasehold |
| 🟧 Height Classification | Mid-rise |
| 🟧 Quality Classification | High-end |
| 🟧 Number of floors | 7–8 |
| 🟧 Security & Safety | Audio/visual entryphone system connected to communal entrance door |
| 🟧 Parking | Limited parking and electrical charging points available |
| 🟧 Amenities | Interior designed entrance foyer and lift lobby with fully tiled floor, feature decor and lighting, Access to Podium Level landscaped areas |
| 🟧 Number of buildings | 2 |
| 🟧 Off-plan property | Yes |
| 🟧 Property Type | Apartments, Duplexes |
| 🟧 Concierge | No |
| 🟧 Gym | No |
| 🟧 Kid’s Facilities | Play area |
| 🟧 Swimming Pool | No |
| 🟧 Warranty | 10 Year Warranty |
| 🟧 Bicycle Storage | Yes |
| 🟧 Lift | Lift to all apartment levels |
| 🟧 Energy Efficiency | Low energy wall light fittings |
About the units
| 🟧 Ensuite | En suite to master bedroom |
| 🟧 Bedroom | All main bedrooms feature floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobes with interior shelf, hanging rail and drawers, Carpet with underlay (or continuation of oak plank effect click flooring) |
| 🟧 Heating & Cooling | Thermostatically controlled central heating via wall mounted radiators, Pressurised water supplies |
| 🟧 Electricity & Lighting | Brushed metal switch and socket plates, selected with USB sockets, Recessed LED downlighting with white bezels |
| 🟧 Outside space | All with private balcony or terrace |
| 🟧 Doors | Satin white finish door linings, architraves and skirtings, Satin white finish internal doors, Brushed stainless steel door furniture including lever door handles |
| 🟧 Bathroom | Oak veneered vanity unit with feature mirror, LED downlight over basin, Mirrored cabinet and white reconstituted stone vanity top, Two-pin socket, Contemporary bathroom suites, Chrome-plated thermostatic electric heated towel rail, Clear glass hinged bath screen/shower enclosure with polished silver frame, Full height tiled walls and floor |
| 🟧 Communications | Cabled for broadband internet, TV socket for Sky Q, Sky+. Sky HD (subject to Sky subscription), Freeview and terrestrial TV, All TV socket sets to include digital radio and terrestrial sockets, Brushed metal telephone and data sockets |
| 🟧 Floor | Amtico flooring |
| 🟧 Kitchen | Gloss grey designer kitchen units, all with soft-close doors and concealed hancles, Stone worktop with upstand and glass splashback, Fully integrated electric appliances to include: Sngle oven, 4-ring ceramic hob, Internal ventilation system with boost facility, Washer/dryer (freestanding if within utility cupboard), Dishwasher, Fndge/freezer, Microwave, Stainless steel mounted sink with monobloc mixer tap, Low energy wall unit underlighting, Centralised appliance isolator, Amtico flooring |
Property Description
What are the whereabouts of the new complex?
The Switch is an opportunity to live next door to AFC Wimbledon in the London Borough of Merton. Near the residential complex, there are green parks and the small River Wandle. This is an excellent area for a quiet and comfortable life with all the benefits the area has to offer. The transport interchange includes bus stops, Tooting Broadway subway station, Haydons Road and Earlsfield railway stations. For children, you can choose from one of the many local schools or nurseries. Hospitals, medical centres and pharmacies are within walking distance. The area offers an abundance of supermarkets and grocery stores such as Sainsbury's, Waitrose & Partners and Tooting Market. The hotel is also close to Centre Court Shopping Centre. If you're looking for a good lunch or dinner spot, check out By The Horns Taproom, Leather Bottle or Il Mulino Bakery. The location offers many options for art lovers, such as SW19 Studios, New Wimbledon Theatre and Polka Theatre. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club.
Which amenities are available?
- Nurseries/Education: St Mary's Summerstown Montessori Nursery School (5 min), Smallwood Primary School & Language Unit (10 min), Broadwater Primary School (15 min), The Priory Church of England Primary School (20 min), Wimbledon Park Primary School (25 min), Burntwood School (11 min).
- Shopping: Lidl (5 min), Londis (5 min), Sainsbury's Local (25 min), Tooting Market (21 min), Waitrose & Partners Wimbledon (23 min), Centre Court Shopping Centre (28 min).
- Medical Facilities: St George's Hospital (18 min), Trevelyan House Surgery (21 min), Pearl Chemist (26 min), Together Dental Wandsworth (6 min), Ghodse (Building 17) (20 min), Earlsfield Pharmacy (9 min).
- Café/Restaurants: By The Horns Taproom (2 min), Tasty Chicken (6 min), Il Mulino Bakery (3 min), H's Cafe (9 min), Vegan Express (11 min), Leather Bottle (6 min).
- Entertainment: SW19 Studios (15 min), New Wimbledon Theatre (32 min), Polka Theatre (29 min), ODEON Wimbledon (32 min), All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club (40 min), Garratt Park Children's Playground (6 min).
- Others: Garratt Park (6 min), AFC Wimbledon (2 min), Durnsford Road Recreation Ground (23 min), Bethel Oasis of Jesus Christ (12 min).
What are the project features?
The new development consists of several mid-rise buildings. The residential complex is built in a modern minimalist style. All objects come with flat roofs, floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies with latticed railings. The outer walls are finished with brown and pastel bricks.
Are there amenities and facilities at The Switch?
The Switch offers an interior designed entrance foyer and lifts lobby with a fully tiled floor. The tenants have access to podium level landscaped areas. The residential complex is equipped with lifts to all apartment levels. The territory includes communal secure bicycle storage.
What are the available forms of transport?
- Bus Stop: 44, 77, 270, N44 (4 min), 493 (4 min).
- Metro Line: Wimbledon Park (27 min), Tooting Broadway (19 min).
- Railway Station: Haydons Road (15 min), Earlsfield (13 min).
- Road Access: Riverside Road, Garratt Lane, A217, Summerstown, B235.
- Heliport: Hospital Helipad (19 min).
- Car Rental: Enterprise Car & Van Hire - Earlsfield (2 min), Zipcar (18 min).
- Others: Local Taxi Tooting Broadway (16 min), A1 Cars London Minicabs (23 min).
Are there units for sale?
The Switch is a collection of 181 well-designed studios, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments, 2- and 2-bedroom duplexes. The stylish kitchens feature fully integrated appliances and glossy grey designer units. The spacious bathrooms come with oak veneered vanity units, mirrors, LEDs and contemporary bathtubs and showers. There are floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobes in the main bedrooms.
Who is the developer of The Switch?
Established in 2002, Catalyst is a proud member of the G15 Group. As one of the most popular and trusted property developers in the capital, the company manages over 34,000 homes. The developer strives to build homes that people love and create prosperous neighbourhoods. Catalyst boasts an excellent portfolio and many industry awards, including Best Company to Work for in 2020. On Korter, you will find all of the company's high-quality housing projects, including Portobello Square and St Bernard's Gate in London. Head over to the official website for more details.
