Westburn Gardens

Westburn Gardens, developed by Barratt Homes, is a substantial new build apartment and housing scheme located at 55 May Baird Wynd in Aberdeen City, AB25 3RQ. This city-centre development represents a mix of historic preserved architecture and new, energy-efficient residential buildings, contributing 245 new homes, including family houses, townhouses, and a collection of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments. The latest phase, including the Royal Cornhill Apartments, is nearing completion, with the final few apartments currently available for sale.

Development Overview The new build homes at Westburn Gardens are predominantly modern apartments, offering secure city living. The current available stock ranges from 1-bedroom apartments like the 'Byron', starting at a specific price point of £97,590, up to 2-bedroom penthouse options such as the 'Simpson' apartment, which is priced from £272,995. Other apartment styles, including the 2-bedroom 'Law' and 'Peacock' designs, are available from approximately £149,995 to £219,995, with various incentives such as Deposit Boost, Part Exchange, or free flooring in all apartments currently on offer.

Property Details All apartments feature open-plan kitchen/dining and living areas designed for contemporary use, with spacious bathroom facilities and modern sanitary wear. Practical features include lift access to all apartments and secure private parking for residents, with additional visitor spaces. The properties boast a high standard of energy efficiency, generally achieving an EPC Band B rating, which is intended to reduce future energy costs. Barratt Homes' commitment to quality is underscored by its status as the UK's most recommended housebuilder, having been awarded a 5-Star rating by the Home Builders Federation for 16 consecutive years. Furthermore, the site manager for Westburn Gardens, Scott O'Donnell, received an NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Award in 2024, an independent accolade for build quality.

Location Benefits Westburn Gardens offers excellent proximity to key Aberdeen services and amenities. The location provides immediate access to essential retail, with Berryden Retail Park directly across the road, featuring a Sainsbury's supermarket, Next, TK Maxx, and a Costa coffee shop. Further amenities are available 0.6 miles away at Kittybrewster Retail Park, which includes a Pure Gym and Currys. The Rosemount area, situated 0.4 miles away, offers a range of traditional and boutique-style shops, cafes, and pubs.

For education, the development is approximately 1.1 to 1.2 miles from the University of Aberdeen, and North East Scotland College is also nearby. Commuter links are strong, with a regular bus service operating directly outside the development to the city centre. Road connections are facilitated via the A92 dual carriageway, approximately 3.1 miles away, and Aberdeen International Airport is 5 to 6.5 miles distant. The main bus and train stations are within easy reach, offering rail travel to cities including Inverness, Dundee, and Glasgow. Local green space is provided by Victoria and Westburn Parks, located a short distance from the site.

Practical Information The development is focused on apartment sales, with prices starting from £97,590. Interested parties should contact the developer for the current availability of 3-bedroom units and to confirm specific completion dates. Viewing arrangements can be booked directly with the Barratt Homes sales office on site. The availability of incentives like Part Exchange, Deposit Boost, and Key Worker Deposit Contributions varies by plot and is subject to terms and conditions.