From Community Facilities to Convenience Amenities in One Place: 'All-in-Building' Officetel 'Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen' Sale Sparks Buzz

A 2-room, 3-bay residential officetel 'Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen' located in Guri Galmae District

As the life trend of valuing the quality of life has become mainstream recently, ‘All-in-Village’ complexes are gaining more attention in the real estate market. ‘All-in-Village’ is an abbreviation of ‘All in Village,’ referring to a residential environment where all living infrastructure and convenience facilities are available within the complex or in adjacent streets.

This allows residents to enjoy various communities close by in daily life, aligning well with the lifestyle patterns of modern people who lack free time. Recently, trends such as ’Slippers Zone’ (슬세권), where various convenience facilities can be used while wearing slippers, and ’Convenipremium’ (편리미엄), a blend of convenience and premium, have also gained popularity in the same context.

In fact, according to a survey by KB Real Estate last year, 40.57% of respondents cited community facilities and surrounding living environments as the top priority when purchasing a home, ranking first. Transportation (33.61%) and commuting distance (16.29%) followed.

‘All-in-Village’ complexes have also shown strong performance in the recent sales market. The officetel ‘Hillstate Samsong Station Skansen,’ launched in 2017 in Goyang Samsong District, attracted attention by incorporating terrace designs in all units and various community facilities, achieving a record high competition rate of 70.5 to 1 and selling out in a short period. Additionally, ‘Brighton Yeouido,’ supplied last year on the site of the former MBC Yeouido building, attracted over 20,000 applicants for 849 units, with its mixed-use convenience of apartments, commercial facilities, and offices receiving positive evaluations.

An industry expert stated, “As interest in ‘All-in-Village’ complexes rises, residential officetels, which have emerged as alternatives to houses, are attracting demand by integrating high-end community facilities and specialized designs comparable to apartments. When large construction companies participate, the brand value is an added bonus, making them even more attractive.”

With the popularity of ‘All-in-Village’ complexes expected to continue this year, attention is also focused on ‘Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen,’ scheduled for sale in the Galmae District of Guri. ‘Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen’ will be developed on the self-sufficient distribution facility sites A and B in Galmae-dong, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do, with a total of 396 units: 171 units in Block A (basement 2 floors to ground 10 floors) and 225 units in Block B (basement 3 floors to ground 10 floors). Construction will be handled by Hyundai Engineering & Construction.

This facility boasts specialized designs rarely seen in existing residential officetels, with ceiling heights expanded up to 2.7 meters to provide residents with a spacious and open feeling. Additionally, it will be the first in the Galmae District to feature 2-room, 3-bay layouts, accommodating various household sizes from single-person households to families of 3 to 4 members.

The ‘All-in-Village’ functionality is also excellent. ‘Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen’ will offer various exercise and activity facilities, including a community lounge, clubhouse, party room, coin laundry, golf club, GX room, locker room (private storage), and shower room. A pet shower zone is also planned for pets and pet owners.

A multiplex ‘CGV’ is scheduled to open within the complex, and nearby living convenience facilities such as the central commercial area of Guri Galmae District, E-Mart Byeollae Branch, and Homeplus Sinnae Branch allow residents to enjoy various infrastructures without going far.

Within walking distance is Galmae Station on the Gyeongchun Line, offering excellent access to major Seoul areas: 8 minutes to Sangbong Station, 26 minutes to Konkuk University Station, and 40 minutes to Express Bus Terminal Station. Byeollae Station, where the GTX-B line will be added, is also within walking distance. Once the line opens, it will take about 10 minutes to Cheongnyangni Station and 15 minutes to Seoul Station. The Godeok Bridge, connecting Gangdong Godeok District, is scheduled for completion in 2022.

The surrounding natural environment is pleasant, with Galmae Stream flowing to the north of the complex, providing convenient access to various waterside parks centered around it. The Donggureung Royal Tombs, Tae-neung, and Bulamsan Mountain, designated as World Cultural Heritage sites, are also nearby.

Meanwhile, the sales promotion center for ‘Hillstate Galmae Station Skansen’ is located on the first floor of the Seongwon Mastige Building, 274 Gyeongchun-ro, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do, opposite Lotte Department Store Guri Branch. The model house is scheduled to open in May at 259-10 Gyomun-dong, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do (Gyomun Intersection).

In particular, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, all staff at the model house will wear masks, and a visit reservation system will be implemented to avoid crowding. Regular disinfection will also be conducted. Additionally, thermal cameras and contactless thermometers will be used to thoroughly screen visitors with fevers, ensuring safe operation of the model house.