Amid Cautious Real Estate Market, Investors Continue to Flock to 'Gimpo New City One Portfolio' Expecting Both Capital Gains and Rental Income

- Due to the interest rate hike trend, buyers are hesitant to make transactions, leading to a standoff
- Strong underlying demand and future value attract continuous inquiries from real buyers and investors

The current government is set to announce its first real estate policy since taking office in May. Revisions to real estate tax systems and measures to revitalize housing supply are expected to be proposed.

As a result, the real estate market is likely to remain cautious. Although the suspension of the heavy capital gains tax on multiple homeowners has increased the number of properties on the market, buyers are hesitant to make purchases due to perceptions that housing prices have peaked and the ongoing trend of interest rate hikes, leading to continued watchful waiting.

Consequently, housing prices have remained stable. According to the nationwide housing price trend survey for May released by the Korea Real Estate Board on the 15th, prices rose by 0.01% nationwide. Seoul housing prices increased by 0.04%, but the metropolitan area declined by 0.04%, with Incheon notably dropping by -0.15%.

An industry insider stated, "Although the new government plans to ease real estate regulations, the implementation of strengthened loan regulations from July, the hike in the base interest rate, and increased tax burdens are complex factors that will likely sustain the cautious market sentiment. Until the outline of the government's real estate policy becomes clear, it would be wise to target stable real estate in areas with development prospects and solid demand."

Amid this, a complex that offers both expected value appreciation and rental income is attracting attention.

The project is Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio, a new residential officetel developed by Korea Trust Co., Ltd., located in the Gurrae District of Gimpo Hangang New Town, a representative new town in the western region of Gyeonggi Province, scheduled for completion in July. The complex consists of one building with three basement floors and ten above-ground floors, comprising a total of 171 officetel units ranging from 30㎡ to 38㎡ in exclusive area, situated in the Gurrae-dong area of Gimpo City.

Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio is notable for its prime location within the Gurrae District, boasting excellent proximity to workplaces and convenient living infrastructure, offering a superior residential environment.

Near Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio lies Gimpo Gold Valley, the largest industrial complex in the northwest metropolitan area, providing abundant demand. Gimpo Gold Valley is an industrial cluster spanning approximately 6.32 million square meters, consisting of 12 industrial complexes including Daepo, Yangchon, and Hakun. Currently, about 1,400 businesses are operating there, with plans for around 2,000 companies to move in, which is expected to attract approximately 50,000 resident employees in the future. Additionally, large-scale industrial complexes such as iFood Park, the metropolitan area's first food industry complex covering about 261,700 square meters, and Hakun General Industrial Complex are also located nearby.

The complex also benefits from excellent transportation infrastructure. The nearby Gurrae Transfer Center is served by Gimpo Gold Line's Yangchon Station and Gurrae Station, numerous metropolitan buses, and M-bus routes, enabling swift travel to Seoul and other parts of the metropolitan area.

In particular, it is expected to benefit from the planned GTX-D line connecting Gimpo and Bucheon, enhancing its future value. The GTX-D line will stop at Gurrae Station, allowing access to Seoul's Gangnam area and downtown within 30 minutes. Furthermore, transportation development projects such as the extension of Subway Line 5 and Incheon Line 2 to Gimpo, and the construction of the Gyeyang-Ganghwa Expressway are underway, promising further improvements in transportation conditions.

Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio also boasts abundant living infrastructure. Residents can easily access large shopping facilities such as E-Mart and Lotte Super within the Gurrae District, as well as the commercial area around Gurrae Station, which includes cinemas, numerous clinics, banks, and restaurants. The complex is also adjacent to 'World Guinness Tower,' the largest cultural and shopping mall in the northwest Gyeonggi region, enabling convenient residential life.

Moreover, nearby green spaces such as Hangang New Town Lake Park, a landmark park in Gimpo, as well as Unyu Park, Unyu Mountain, Peace Park, and Gamaji Stream provide pleasant natural environments easily accessible to residents.

The product quality of Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio is also outstanding. The exterior of the complex features a luxurious design that maximizes views and a landscape-specialized design using LED night lighting. Within the complex, landscaping plans consider all four seasons, and various rest areas including a rooftop sky garden and small-scale relaxation spaces are provided.

The interior units range from 1.5-room layouts with sliding doors suitable for single-person households to rare 2-room units ideal for one- to two-person households and newlyweds in Gimpo City. High-end built-in appliances such as Samsung Bespoke are provided free of charge, enhancing both space utilization and residential convenience. Additionally, the complex is not subject to DSR regulations and offers interest-free benefits on interim payments, reducing the financial burden on buyers.

Gimpo Shindosi One Portfolio plans to open a model house for prospective buyers.