- Changes Detected in the Pre-Sale Market Due to Demand Diversification
- Increasing Number of Complexes Applying Various Specialized Designs Even with the Same Size to Create Differences
As demand diversifies and personalizes, changes are being detected in the housing market as well. Complexes offering various floor plans in terms of area and type are gaining attention.
Diversifying the area can increase satisfaction among buyers with different needs. For example, households with fewer family members or those prioritizing affordability and liquidity can choose small to medium-sized units, while larger families or those needing various spaces can opt for large apartments.
Additionally, even within the same type, complexes that divide layouts into forms such as A, B, and C based on room arrangement, size, alpha rooms, terraces, and other specialized designs are welcomed for expanding buyers’ choices. Another advantage is that residents can continue living in the same complex without moving, thanks to the variety of floor plans accommodating changes in family members or lifestyles.
As a result, apartments with diversified areas are gaining popularity in the new sale market. ‘Namcheon Xi,’ launched in Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, in December last year, attracted buyers’ attention by offering a total of 16 different floor plans ranging from 79㎡ to 208㎡, recording an average competition rate of 53.77 to 1 in the first priority subscription.
Similarly, ‘Yangjeong Xi The Sharp SK View,’ supplied in Yangjeong-dong, Busanjin-gu, Busan, last October, highlighted its diversified floor plans with nine layouts ranging from 74㎡ to 136㎡, showing an average competition rate of 58.8 to 1 in the first priority subscription.
An industry insider said, “Recently, as the housing market is reorganized around actual buyers and more buyers emphasize internal floor structures when choosing residential spaces, complexes offering diverse floor plans and types are receiving high interest in the sales market. Especially, diversifying the area is expected to continue attracting popularity as it increases buyers’ choices and satisfaction by meeting various needs.”
Meanwhile, Geumgang Housing Co., Ltd. is drawing attention by announcing the sale of ‘Geomdan New Town Geumgang Penterium 3rd Central Park’ in Geomdan New Town, Seo-gu, Incheon, this March. It is expected to attract much interest as the successor complex to ‘Geomdan Station Geumgang Penterium The Siglo 1st Phase,’ which recorded the highest competition rate in Geomdan New Town in 2021, and the consecutively successful ‘Geomdan Station Geumgang Penterium The Siglo 2nd Phase.’
Located in Geomdan New Town, Seo-gu, Incheon, Geomdan New Town Geumgang Penterium 3rd Central Park will be a large complex consisting of 10 buildings with a total of 1,049 households, ranging from three basement floors to a maximum of 25 floors above ground. The number of units by type is composed of ▲74㎡ 386 households ▲84㎡A 120 households ▲84㎡B 226 households ▲98㎡A 192 households ▲98㎡B 125 households, offering a variety of floor plans.
Geomdan New Town Geumgang Penterium 3rd Central Park boasts excellent residential conditions as a multi-district complex equipped with outstanding transportation, education, living infrastructure, and a pleasant natural environment.
First, its transportation infrastructure is a strong point. It is close to the newly extended Incheon Line 1 station (Station 102), and it is easy to access various parts of the metropolitan area via the Metropolitan Area 1st Ring Expressway and Gimpo Hangang-ro. The western region express railway (GTX-D) line is planned, and projects such as Dream-ro to National Road 39 (planned), Geomdan to Gyeongmyeong-ro road (planned), and Wondang to Taeri wide-area road (planned) are underway, promising a diverse road network. Additionally, once the Metropolitan Area 2nd Ring Expressway, targeted for completion in 2026, is finished, accessibility to the metropolitan area and northwestern Seoul will improve.
It also offers excellent educational conditions for children. The complex includes a daycare center, and within walking distance, there are planned sites for kindergartens as well as elementary, middle, and high schools, making it a ‘school zone’ complex where families with school-age children can raise their kids without worrying about moving.
Furthermore, the commercial district (planned) and Canal Complex (planned) forming around the new station are adjacent to the complex, allowing convenient access to various convenience and cultural facilities. The planned comprehensive medical facility site within Geomdan New Town is also nearby, ensuring excellent medical services.
A sales official said, “We have prepared this large-scale apartment complex in the new center of Geomdan New Town to satisfy various buyers. With diverse infrastructure and excellent residential conditions, we are receiving many inquiries, and together with the successful 1st and 2nd phases, we will do our best to make the Geumgang Penterium brand town a landmark.”
Meanwhile, the model house for Geomdan New Town Geumgang Penterium 3rd Central Park is scheduled to open on March 10. For three days after the model house opening, first-come-first-served gifts will be given, and various prize events, including a drawing for a Mercedes-Benz E-Class for visitors and applicants, will be held.
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