Because we realized that we would make an article too long exposing the advantages and disadvantages of the apartments in the new blocks vs. those in the old blocks, we decided to make a series of two articles, in which we would expose some of the pluses and minuses for each in part.

Although in the case of Akcent City we are talking about apartments in new buildings, every person who is interested in purchasing a home also asks himself this question: am I looking in an old building, in this case referring to the buildings built after the earthquake of 77, or do they lead to recently built blocks or even under construction? Of course, we don’t answer these questions for you, but we can suggest what to consider when making your decision.

Buying an apartment is not only a very important decision, but also a financial investment not to be neglected.

If you want to read about the apartments in the old buildings, see here.

Benefits

Price

New builds are sold at a fixed price, so you don’t have to worry about someone showing up to give a better price or having to negotiate. You know exactly the situation and the amount you need. You are even supported by the developer in the search for the best financing solutions and you benefit from support throughout the entire purchase process.

Profitable investment

In general, the prices of new apartments increase over time, in a relatively short time frame. Also, when it comes to renting, more and more people are looking to rent an apartment in a new building, where they can benefit from a number of amenities and, last but not least, parking space.

First owner

With new construction, you are the first owner of the property. This gives you a lot of freedom in deciding on the layout of your future home. After all, home is the place that reflects your personality, the place where you gather your strength and spend quality time. You can decide what the interior will look like and why not, as with many new apartments, the garden or the terrace!

Energetic efficiency

New homes often meet the latest environmental requirements. Good insulation, the quality of the windows is a clear standard. This is not only good for the environment, but also for you, with very well controlled costs and low cost bills!

What’s more, you already have a central heating system, so you won’t have to worry about running out of heat, which happens quite often in some sectors.

Low maintenance costs

Everything is new, so you won’t have to worry about replacing any plumbing, fixtures or window frames anytime soon.

Safety

New residential complexes focus on the gateway concept, which also leads to building community and trust.

There are security services, secured access for owners only, car access with barrier, video surveillance, complex fencing, increased safety in case of fire and high resistance to earthquakes due to the exacting norms according to which they are built.

Subdivision

It is not enough to have a spacious apartment, if it is not compartmentalized correctly. New apartments generally give you both. They are designed so that, regardless of the type of apartment, every room in it is functional. Passageways and furnishing plans are designed to meet all needs.

Also very important is the fact that many of the developers offer a wider palette of compartments for apartments with the same number of rooms, so you can choose from several options, several floors or positioning.

The common spaces

The developers place great emphasis on the quality and care of the common spaces. The stairwell and its finishes are made so that from the moment you enter the building you have a new and modern feeling, the parking lots are made in such a way as to provide you with safety and quick access, and the spaces around the complex emphasize building a healthy, green environment , as far as possible from city pollution, through green spaces, playgrounds, bike parks, charging stations for electric cars.

The community

Community and social life are very important aspects in our development as individuals. Compared to old blocks, where the community is predominantly formed, in the case of new blocks, it is only then formed. A residential complex, regardless of its scale, essentially boils down to the idea of community. Some people, strangers to each other, gather in a common place, which responds to their values and expectations. All of them have common interests and concerns.

Disadvantage

Purchase price

Sometimes the price of a new apartment, depending on the area, can be higher than that of an apartment in an old building. Of course, this should not necessarily be seen as a disadvantage, if we were to calculate the advantages that a new and properly built building offers. To be able to evaluate this correctly, several things should be taken into account: the quality of the construction, the history of the developer and his seriousness in previous projects, what guarantees this by contract, etc.

Location

Many of the new blocks are built in areas further from the city center, sometimes even on the outskirts of the city. Which can also lead to reduced transport facilities in the absence of an own car and, implicitly, a high time spent from home to a certain point, be it the office, school or other points of interest in the city.

Facilities

There are a number of areas where real estate developments have flourished, but the area’s amenities are still not keeping up with the number of people, from public transportation to shops, schools, parks, hospitals and more.