Richmond Heights

Richmond Heights by Avant Homes: Specific Development Description

Development Overview

Richmond Heights is a new build apartment development by Avant Homes, located in the highly desirable Oatlands area of Glasgow’s Southside, postcoded G5 0GY. The scheme is situated on Richmond Park Terrace, approximately three miles south of Glasgow City Centre. The development comprises a contemporary collection of two-bedroom apartments, designed for modern living and offering a blend of proximity to city amenities and access to significant green space. The site is currently advertised as 'Coming Soon', with no units immediately available for reservation, targeting prospective buyers who value high-specification design in a convenient urban location. The surrounding area, part of the Southside Central ward, demonstrates a higher-than-average concentration of degree-educated residents, pointing to a desirable and established community.

Property Details

The properties at Richmond Heights are two-bedroom apartments, typically featuring Avant Homes' signature internal specification. Standard features are expected to include stunning open-plan kitchens equipped with a full complement of integrated appliances, complemented by fashionable tiling and spacious living areas. A key architectural feature is the inclusion of classic French doors, connecting the interior living spaces to private outdoor areas and maximising the flow of natural light. While floor plans vary, the apartments generally offer two double-sized bedrooms, with previous properties in the immediate area including a master bedroom with an en-suite shower room and fitted wardrobes. Essential practical amenities include off-street parking for residents and a secure door entry system.

Location Benefits and Connectivity

The development boasts excellent transport and road connectivity. The M74 motorway junction is just a four-minute drive from the site, facilitating effortless travel across Scotland, with destinations such as Ayr and Falkirk reachable in under an hour. For public transport users, Dalmarnock railway station is an eighteen-minute walk away, providing regular services to Glasgow Central, Motherwell, and Dalmuir. Local bus travel is straightforward, with First Bus lines 21 and 267 stopping at Polmadie Road, located a five-minute walk from the development, with the 267 route extending to Cambuslang and Hamilton.

Amenities are highly accessible, forming part of the established Oatlands district. Local schools within easy walking distance include Hampden School (ages 5-14) at seven minutes and St Francis Primary School (ages 4-12) at sixteen minutes. St Francis Primary has an official partnership with Holyrood Secondary School for seamless senior transition. For leisure, the site sits adjacent to Richmond Park, providing a football pitch, a children's play area, and wildlife observation points near the pond. Glasgow Green is also easily accessible. Local dining options include Bantaba Afro Caribbean Restaurant and Garlic & Thyme across the River Clyde.

Practical Information

As of the current date, Richmond Heights is in the 'Coming Soon' phase. Specific pricing for the two-bedroom apartments is not yet published and is To Be Confirmed (TBC). Interested homebuyers are advised to contact the developer's sales team directly to register interest, receive updated pricing and floor plans, and inquire about specific incentives, which may include mortgage contributions or the ‘Dream Move Package’ on selected homes.