A £410,000 Redrow new build.. is this the best one? (full house tour)

[@JorenHerremans]

Great home. One thing to keep in mind for the viewers is that this home would only START at £410k. With Redrow you basically buy a skeleton house. If you take all the options for it to look like this show home, you will be closer to spending £500k.

[@TheLuxuryHomeShow]

Good points made 👍🏼

[@philipcollins6122]

I viewed an Oxford Show home in Okehampton. The basic (included in the price) choices are much higher standard than other builders. The upgrade price of the kitchen floor was an extra 6k and the fancy worktop an extra 6k above the standard. I wasn't keen on the kitchen floor. My current kitchen floor is a similar size, it is a wood affect lino, looks stunning and was £200 plus £30 fitting. If too much money is spent upgrading then this amount of money will not be recovered from any resale. All the upgrades were priced in the show home. The Redrow Canterbury Showhomeupgrades (not furniture but including fitted wardrobes) came to over 30k. I have also viewed at Dawlish, some empty Redrow new homes. Some were built and left empty for months. Redrow had installed flooring on the empty homes and thrown that into the price. If a house is built and empty and unsold, then there is negotiation for extras eg fitted wardrobes, full tiling of toilets, ensuites, quality flooring and if part exchanging, a higher price paid for yours.

[@mjones178]

I’ve bought a Brand New Redrow house in the Midlands. You’re right about the options- it’s a mine field! A video about optional upgrades to have and what to avoid I think would help people. Plus I picked up some tips which managed to get optional upgrades for free

[@jaanmoti1]

I do like the room layout in this property. I don't know if it's fenshui or personal preference, I prefer rooms with beds facing you so you walk in and bed is all ready. I feel the bed dresses the room and should have fitted wardrobes on the other end as shown in this house.

[@pl4819]

We went to view a Redrow development over Berkshire today, the agent stated show homes are usually spec around 20k worth extras. Mind blowing.

[@brickzandstickz2749]

Great video as usual! I'd love to see properties at the value of £150,000 to £200,000 which would be more attainable for the majority of folk like me. Perhaps also some older houses instead of new builds? Thanks,

[@enfado23]

Yes definitely... but the Help To Buy scheme is really good though as it gives us a lot more choice for places I otherwise wouldn't be able to afford

[@D-Dollie]

Exactly what I was thinking. I can never afford 400K house!!

[@rachelkingsley668]

Or maybe a new flat or apartment?

[@petraskvarc317]

come to south wales haha for 150-200k houses

[@fxtch]

Agreed 😎

[@thewraithize]

Worst thing about new developments is all the other houses over looking your garden

[@MJ-YT-USR]

Indeed, the privacy on new developments is very poor. Once some bushes and tress get established it will improve, but will never be great.

[@harrypike5140]

Right! Been looking through all these new build vids and they are just kind of give off the same, somewhat clinical vibe. They aren't bad looking houses, but just - obviously - not lived in, and moreover, the surrounding area isn't lived in, and is similarly clinical. It doesn't feel like an actual community, or an area where you can 'live', but rather what it actually is; just a space of land where a bunch of houses have been sprung up. All these areas look like USA-style developments where you have to drive to your local town / community hub. I've googled several new build developments and they're always just in the middle of some random area with no pubs in walking distance, not great transport links, lack of services nearby e.g. doctors & dentists, and so on. All these things must be considered. It's all well and good moving into some brand new build as a young couple, but how good is the rea for having kids? How easily is it to meet other people around your age in the community, or is there any community nearby at all? Unfortunately, I feel like most new build areas are new build areas for a reason...historically they haven't been built on as residential because there isn't much nearby. They don't feel 'part' of a pace, you know.

[@tracyhoward8228]

england is a tiny island. it aint texas

[@louism.4980]

@@harrypike5140 That's a good assessment, but pretty much every suburb is like that (not just new builds). Few amenities nearby as it's just streets of houses, that's the sacrifice you pay for paying a lot less than how much it would cost you to live near the the town centre. Obviously not every suburb is the same, but that is the expectation, there is not going to be much to do or see that is within walking distance.

[@bigbadchillybear]

This!!

[@iolanndaa]

If only London homes were this cheap. Would love to see new builds in Kent, Essex and Surrey

[@nicolalightfoot311]

I agree, new builds in Surrey for £350 - £450

[@elliemegs4033]

I agree I would love to see new builds in Kent x

[@em123.4x]

Definitely surrey

[@felicityarcher5873]

@@elliemegs4033There are new Redrow houses at Herne Bay

[@stn7172]

This is not cheap

[@paperandtwine]

A good hack for working out how much floor space there is, is to look up at the ceiling

[@Amanda56193]

I have this house style in Scotland it was the very first to be built which is now 13 years ago. So it's such a popular family home still. I have a slightly different layout as have a window next to front door which makes hall a lot brighter and double doors from my lounge to dining room. There is a wall between kitchen and dining room which we have always contemplated on removing. I have 2 windows in my kitchen. Upstairs is very similar. I paid a lot less for it but Redrow stopped building in Scotland. I love my house its great to see its still getting built after all this time.

[@julianamohamed4241]

Hi Matt and Summer, thanks for the video. I just bought a 4 bedrooms a study and utility, detached house with double garage and space to park 4 cars, it’s near Norwich, and the developer is Norfolk Homes. I bought it for £410k, the kitchen came with Bosch double ovens, Bosch 5 ring gas glass hob and Bosch dishwasher. Had to buy all other white goods myself. The ground floor has underfloor heating throughout with smart thermostats both downstairs and upstairs. House is 1432 sq ft. For the price, I much prefer the layout of this house just because the family room is part of the kitchen. But there’s a glass double door connecting my kitchen to the living room so It’s ok I guess. You should check out Norfolk Homes, at the moment they’ve just launched a new phase in Poringland but only a few units left. For the different kitchen cabinet colours in this house, I really like it, contemporary, goes with the design of the house. Thanks again guys, take care and stay safe.

[@caseyhambridge2019]

Nice to see new build are finally adding storage into their plans now.

[@pressrepeat2000]

Wow, this is an amazing house for a new build and at that price. Looks fantastic from both the outside and the inside. Looks like extremely high quality. As someone’s notes though, this looks like it has many options which would take the price up a bit towards £500k.

[@Anewsandgossip]

It’s a gorgeous home and lovely furnished. I love what they have done with the kitchen too. Instead of being all white they added warmth classic brown to it too and it looks cosy. Loved the house 😍😍😍

[@MarlonKingShow]

I'm biased as I own one, but I love the layout of this house, I think it is the perfect size if you are looking for a slightly bigger than the normal family house. the 4th bed is a box room but otherwise, I have loved living in mind for the last 3 years. Having a big family area and a separate living room when you have kids really does help. My one has the island/wrap around kitchen work top which is better for kitchen space but you have a dash less space to put your dinning table and family area. I also don't have the cupboard in the hall way (though I wish I did now seeing it). thanks for the tour.

[@Scientist538]

hows the loft space out of curiosity?

[@MrAshNew]

Buying one - cant wait to move in

[@MarlonKingShow]

@@MrAshNew excellent news - congrats

[@MarlonKingShow]

@@Scientist538 loft space is big, but as with all new builds they use werid size beams, i don't like putting much up there, and its done in a way that loft extension would be a no go.

[@MrAshNew]

@@MarlonKingShow out of interest, how warm is yours?

[@oxheymackem]

How can you not love the 2 tone kitchen cupboards, looks amazing

[@caribman210]

That living space off the kitchen looks quite cozy. Don’t mind the dining table where it is instead of an island

[@vladandlaika]

I live in the USA but enjoy seeing how homes in England are different and similar to homes here. I really like this model and the layout on both floors. It is a clean straightforward design with some nice touches. Could you please comment on garages, basements, and air conditioning in new homes in the UK for this American. Thank you and thank you both for what you are doing!

[@philipcollins6122]

The garage for Redrow - The Cambridge house design is a single garage about 2.96m x 5.68m. English homes don't have basements or air conditioning. This is a popular house design which Redrow build all over the UK. The bay window and kitchen design has changed recently. Here are some resales (non show homes) . The plot sizes are small for new build homes compared to older properties and most new UK developments have social housing on them due to government legislation. You could have a professional couple both working full time and paying a mortgage for a 4 bed detached, opposite a single stay at home Mum with two kids with autism living in a 2 bed terrace (Ledbury house design) with no garage, just a space out front, with all their bills paid for by the government. Some private buyers don't like new build estates that have too many social houses on them. Too many social houses can bring social problems to your neighbourhood. www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/72529110#/ www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/96536093#/ www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/71725095#/

[@rozportwain1361]

Please note smaller furniture ie beds and sofas are put into Shoshone to make the rooms appear bigger

[@goingviral8917]

Hi can you come to Birmingham and do some new builds tour Thanks Love your channel

[@tosinkuti8908]

Totally agree

[@Harry_Long]

Hey Matt and Summer I recommend going to the East Midlands. Davidson’s Homes have a really nice new development in Irthlingborough

[@TheLuxuryHomeShow]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@maankafori21]

@@TheLuxuryHomeShow what about my suggestion I mentioned yesterday

[@joannastanden5816]

Please be aware of the estate management fees when buying these new builds. Can be difficult to sell on and other problems around this issue.

[@geoffcrisp7225]

Sadly its fairly common to have these fees on new build estates as the local authorities earnt prepared to maintain the landscaped areas.

[@AkashAB4U]

I like that this house is bigger than the previous one next-door. It is nicely designed and very spacious. This house with four bedrooms is close to the cost of our home here in Queens, New York. It also feels bigger than our house too, despite ours having a full basement and full standup attic with plenty space. The space in this house is well utilised. What I didn't like about this house, which is minor: 1) It has the dark cupboards in the kitchen, which makes the room feel darker. 2) Instead of an island there is a dining table. 3) There is a second living area with couch and tele. The dining table could have been in that area instead.

[@Scientist538]

What happens when you need to replace the fridge? Also interested in hearing critique from builders who work on redrow sites if any happen to see this comment, I have heard some bad stuff about them from tradies, this is coming from a RDW shareholder so has brought me some concerns. Would be interesting to see a quick shot of the lofts just out of curiosity to see the storage space up there and general design of the trusses, wouldn't expect you'd get much considering the top story partially vaulted ceiling design. Thanks for the video.

[@yasalleasha5981]

I live in a block of flats in Bournemouth built by Redrow and have found that they have made a few shortcuts here and stupidly place radiators in awkward places but have noticed that the houses they build are done a lot better. Love your vids guys, have only found your channel today but you have entertained me all day while I’m isolating 😄😝

[@boxerguyrein6721]

A MN US guy who loves your videos. preferred the house next door for 360.00. Felt it was just as good with great lay out and features. Keep making great videos. Cant say the price in the US because it varies so much due to regains,

[@sedshipp8304]

As an American it is interesting to see what houses look like in other counties. What I did notice is that there isn’t a lot of counter space in the kitchen, the cook top is small and so is the sink. There aren’t closets in all rooms and there isn’t storage space in the bathrooms. What is the square footage of the whole house? Where is the garage or do you park outside? At least this house had a laundry room.

[@andreasaunders4688]

@@sedshipp8304 I can say that my house is less than 800 sq ft. It's a traditional 2 up 2 down terraced house with a kitchen and bathroom extension. It's just a case of what you get used to 🙂

[@harveyforrester9362]

You should do a new build in Darlington, a town in North East England, would be interesting as the north east is the cheapest place to buy property in England but Darlington has some nice new builds

[@ianjacques-keen5945]

Of all of the main stream house builders Redrow are the best. They are constantly finished of to such a high standard. Whilst they are not cheap, you definitely get value for money with the end purchase! 😷😎🤓🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@geoffcrisp7225]

You must have been lucky with your Redrow house because ours is very poorly finished. We call them Deadrow on our estate and wouldn't let them build a childs wendy house.

[@pjbailey72]

Hi Matt & Summer. Would be good to see what deals you can get for first time buyers on a tight budget in North west London

[@johnwilkinson8265]

Love to see some new builds 3 bedroom around 150-200k. Great channel.

[@alicegreen5282]

LOOOVE this house! Looks really cozy and modern!

[@EEusafan]

I like the layout but would prefer an island in the kitchen. I would also replace the kitchen living area in with a formal dining area. I also like the two-tone kitchen color scheme.

[@boejiden7093]

Homes in the UK look so cozy. Im American but homes here feel cheap. Especially new constructions. But UK homes just feel so comforting and cozy. Especially these kinds of homes. Maybe its the weather.

[@dianeadams4664]

Love this house! I live in the US - Washington state. On the west side of the state this home would cost you $550-600k. On the east side of the states it would be about the same as where you are, $460k.

[@davidpayne8898]

What a lovely home !! It’s amazing what you get for your money in other parts of the country. I just looked at a place in isleworth for 475,000 for a two bed apartment with two bathrooms. What would be good when doing new builds if you include what other costs you may incur I.E service charges. Its always told last by the agent or not at all until you ask them. Good video

[@tierongordon2873]

Nice! Think these kinda houses would be more expensive in Bristol though!

[@lynjones2461]

Lovely house was just wondering if the kitchen is showing the different finishes that are available rather than actually mixing two different looks I'm assuming you can choose the final styles and colours ? xx

[@georgie-4402]

I have a Redrow flat in the South East, which is almost the same price as this house. Mind-blowing! Anyway, I have that same colour combination in the kitchen (dark wood and white) but in high gloss. Wasn't sure about it first but it's actually nice to break the space up a bit!

[@laurameakin]

We don’t have this developer in my area (tayside) but I’m liking their homes in this estate and whoever is doing their decor is doing a good job of staging. Price wise I can’t comment on schools, town and amenities etc as I don’t know area but seems a fair price for a new build that size and that quality.

[@ignaciofernandezmartinez185]

It was nice to hear you pronouncing PORCELANOSA ☺️ it’s a very important tiles Producer in Spain 🇪🇸 great job guys 👏🏻👏🏻 every video you rock!!! 🎖🎖

[@Ggocall]

Loving the new build house yours! Would be great to see you in Suffolk to view houses around the £250-300,000

[@jackchenney]

I would love to see some high end developments in convenient locations in London ,developers like Berkeley Homes and Almacantar is really quality and active in London

[@deborahnorthover5304]

It’s not a bad house it’s just missing a garage for the price.

[@DesireeDjanieTrichologist]

Yes, where do you park your car?

[@davidw7126]

Because its a show house the garage will be built later ...In the big looking back garden

[@maidzzxx]

What about the north west area, Wembley. Tour there would be nice. Either house or apartment

[@olegdanylkiv229]

Yes, please,-go to Wembley!!!

[@olegdanylkiv229]

Just don’t go to Wembley Central

[@carmelkot2446]

This is beautiful! Exactly what I would want for my family :) shame a house like that would cost at least double in the London area.

[@AlexanderAMY]

I am from scotland and no airing cupboard for bedding and towels as cupboard has tank in it. Plus no space in bathroom for beauty products. Also I love it when you open all the kitchen cupboards and how you would style it please.

[@francoiseblair3018]

Loving your home tours! How about new builds in Kent?

[@sahilsony6416]

Feels really cozy place to live!!

[@maryam5086]

Can you do a house tour in Greater Manchester, 4 bedrooms and under £300,000 plz. Love your channel!!

[@AlexanderAMY]

Thanks summer and matt I agree the two tone not right in this house its to much of a contrast x love to see your home new to your channel

[@petraskvarc317]

that’s a joke size fridge freezer for a, supposedly, family of five

[@amandamore6137]

yeah i was thinking that x i would have to add another one as a family of 6 i could only get a days shopping in there

[@Paulhilvert]

Another really nice house looks like a great new development I think I prefer the interior on the smaller 4 bed but I do like the open kitchen diner in this house and good size bedrooms. Thanks again guys really cool you two seem to be so nice and genuine 😊👍.

[@juliemedina1795]

Hi Matt and Summer, I recommend going to Haywards Heath, West Sussex, love your videos 😊

[@JustMeB729]

Price pretty good there. Colors are very good. Furnishings excellent. U.S here.

[@sonnyleung9432]

Thanks for making videos like these mid range budget new homes. Very good budget new places for start up families coming even from aboard! Would really appreciated if possible if you can also introduce a bit more about the home locations to nearby town/ schools nearby/ chance of flooding or something to watch out for etc?

[@jasmeetkaur9685]

My uncle and aunt have the exact same house, same layout and floor plan but also with a conservatory and a garage. The price was for £375,000 and the area they live in is Great Bridge, Tipton, West Midlands. It might’ve been developed by the same company as this one but a couple of years back. Love your videos btw!!!

[@arvind245]

Really loving the regular uploads guys👍🏻👍🏻

[@MyTJJONES]

I would say this property out of the 3 is my favourite, I totally agree with you about the kitchen design, not my cup of tea. From the back bedroom you can see into the neighbours houses. Shame. Need to put trees in the gardens to make it more private

[@laurameakin]

The two tones in the kitchen is a developers trick sometimes to show u the options available in the kitchens etc when u buy early on the building process. Obviously if u end up buying the show home it could be bought as seen or u can buy and they would change doors over for charge. As a show home usually obviously furniture sold in sometimes too. But I like the two tone of done on the right doors. What I’m noticing tho is the placement of furniture... right up against radiators when most of us just wouldn’t do that so again some rooms looking bigger than they are.

[@moiba6773]

Can we see some properties in the country side.

[@Olarindefolawiyo]

Kent houses please. Really love the frequent uploads!

[@VeeBee81]

I quite like the different coloured kitchen! If that's a 2nd living room, it makes a good entertainment area.

[@ladymary574]

Hi, great video. Can you please do a video on new builds in Peterborough and Milton Keynes. Thanks

[@jaysaunders1651]

Very similar to Redrow Woodford Village in South Manchester, they've essentially but a town. House prices are pretty steep but the quality of redrow houses are second to none

[@hotdog2572]

I work on a redrow site toilets are in the wrong positions should be Centre or the windows and a couple of rads do look Centre either

[@sssagoo]

Hi, you referred to this one as Cambridge but also the next door one as Cambridge? Which is which? I’m just interested in the pricing of the homes, I have the brochure in front of me but no pricing available as the new area isn’t being built yet.

[@benmaskill9293]

Great tour by two experts keep up the good work

[@TheLuxuryHomeShow]

Thanks!

[@AlanCostaPlus]

Love the honesty and remarks! Excellent reviews!

[@hypersonic2867]

Would love to see some houses in Manchester!

[@Odo55]

Those bronzy disco mirrors in the main bedroom designates it for the adults in the family presumably.

[@user-td6su2vu1s]

Great video!! How about a new build in Manchester?

[@chasingdaisies2127]

That is lovely, not my choice of colour combos for the kitchen though. Regardless its nice 👌

[@SunnySingh-fd8wn]

Yeh and tbh everyone wants a kitchen island these days!! Not a dining table in the kitchen. A separate dining table or dining room is even better

[@zacpoulter3553]

Do you think you'd do your home tour?

[@Jake-oc5st]

I would love you guys to go to see show homes in Nuneaton, Warwickshire because they have a lot of new homes there like bellway, Davidson’s, David Wilson, Taylor Wimpey, Barratt Homes, Cartwright Homes, Redrow and more!!

[@pretty3491]

Love this house, watched this video so many times, wish I could buy something like this. Definitely will cost double that amount in London.

[@enfado23]

Hi guys, really interesting to see this. Please could you come and look at some of the new build areas in London? Hayes, Ealing and other areas have some really nice places on offer at the moment. "127 West Ealing" looks stunning and is well worth a look

[@Samuel115s]

I love the kitchen, also I like seeing houses of this size :)

[@Spartansheart]

I watched this video I think 10 times at least. Love the house!!! Slight changes: terraces for each bedroom, bigger baths and dual sinc, double garage. But in general it's all that 4 family member needs. For me, somehow typical English, therefore original, also very practical, family oriented and sweet. My personal choice and thank you guys as always! You ROCK!! 😉 ♥️♥️

[@adedayoadebayo1707]

You guys are awesome !

[@steeplejock]

The kitchen is over-large - is this the best use of square footage, or would it have been better to have a downstairs study room and a less huge kitchen?

[@jamesmnaylor]

I'm still not sure why people have two lounges. What happened to having a kitchen, a separate dinning room and lounge. If you want extra living space build a conservatory. Also the downstairs WC takes up to much space, they could have increased the storage if they made it smaller, or removed it all together. Also take a look a Caverswall Castle in Staffordshire a cool £2 million.

[@jenniferboyle2865]

Good size garden for a new build, just need to plant a couple of trees for privacy. My husband is a builder and a lot of new builds do not have a garage but usually have a small drive.

[@s7ed_j]

I would like to see houses maybe around £300-350k, maybe not new build

[@paulbirkbeck1790]

Love it another spacious home. Nicer than yesterday's home but I prefer bay windows.

[@owowowoowowo1D]

Please go to Kent! Currently looking around for our first house !

[@sophielacey9117]

Could you please show some old builds? and maybe give ideas on renovating? Any in Nottingham as well in particular🖤

[@kyran-jayberry4921]

I wish with the houses with the loft access I wish they would show up in the loft to just see if it was able to be converted

[@keanesmith2457]

Hey Matt and summer I think it would be great if you could come to West Midlands and tour some house like new build flats and house now I live on a new build street and there is a house already for sale would love for you guys to tor it hahah

[@juliebrooke6099]

When you open the dishwasher you can’t open the adjacent cupboard. It would have made more sense to put it the other side of the sink. Also like the last house the freezer will have to work hard every time the oven is on. Not over impressed with the kitchen design.

[@geoffcrisp7225]

Integral garages means the bedroom above it is always cold in winter.

[@beamoon6447]

Hi, lovely house but I agree the kitchen cupboards don't look good. I think new development houses should just have a white kitchen as it can match anything. Please show homes in Kent area!

[@ham2ah]

Hahaha love this video. So natural and you guys having fun. :)

[@sugarfree1894]

I prefer the previous 360K one, seems more homely, though obviously smaller. I wonder, if you put room dimensions on the screen, could you put them in imperial feet and inches as well? For us older viewers? Thank you!

[@yahya7129]

Please do more manor homes they are my favourite

[@TheRobblue]

Kitchen cupboards - "not cupboards with shelves" try a pantry cupboard and the downstairs toilet is a cloak...but good tour...and remember Redrow have higher celling high with taller skirting boards...than any other new builds.

[@leejentaylor6195]

that door into the formal lounge is on the wrong side - you'd whack the person sitting on the couch. Dark cupboards in the kitchen shrink the space. Layout good as have two lounge areas

[@GeorgeLaird]

nice house and nicely furnished, see it all laid out like this is such a bonus, loved the kitchen

[@notmelol5498]

Lovely video, would like to see more properties in Cheshire/Cheshire's golden triangle ,Surrey and Berkshire 😘

[@millie.elliss]

Love the tours, soon to be buying a home and would love for you guys to view homes in Reading/Berkshire

[@enfado23]

Really good suggestion. Have seen some great places on offer, and Reading is on Crossrail isn't it?

[@millie.elliss]

enfado23 yeah, great place to live I think.

[@emmaly276]

Is there any cupboard space for towels or hoover etc?

[@longsam4160]

I agree on the kitchen style the two colour tones is a mismatch. Can you do a house tour in Northampton?

[@wendimarkland2162]

How about looking at Avant homes? Sheffield, Chesterfield? Yorkshire & Derbyshire? Be good to show a floor plan of a property and say if a house type has a garage or just parking spaces too? Love house videos 👍🏼 was good to see the everyday family home house types as well as luxury properties!

[@emiliapoole8338]

Could you do some houses in the Cotswolds please ❤️

[@plebgevalorant9410]

is the two tone kitchen not just to show you what colours look like in the space?