Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 21Nov 11, 2013 3:29 pm We have booked one lot in stage 12 this month. Land will be available next year around Sept 2014. So trying to finalise a builder and home design for single story 4 bedroom. Rawson looks pretty good. Anyone here going with them? Will appreciate if someone can give some tips to deal with them or any other builder they think will be fine. I also notice that the lots here are not plain. I can see three lines interecting my lot in the Contours Landcom gave me. But they did not specify the level of each line, so I have no idea how steep the levels might be. Also Rawson said, they will fill the tender will soil level H and in case of testing comes with M, they will refund the difference. Rawson do sound a bit expensive and I am looking for other options as well. A bit scared with other builders stories of bad quality and long delay in work. I hope choosing Rawson will be a good decision. They have a special going on for their 35th Birthday and we can sign a contract with around 4k to freeze the amounts. Is it good to book for a contractor now? Sorry for a bit lengthy post . Will be waiting for the replies. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 22Nov 11, 2013 4:07 pm Long time reader, first time poster! Gaggy, congratulations on your purchase of land in the last stage release. Which lot did you purchase? 11 months is a long time to be waiting for registration!! Make sure whichever builder you sign with has a long tender expiry period, otherwise you'll get stung for increases. My partner and I recently bought in the Stage 10 release (mid-August), our land will be registered in March. We did some extensive research on builders. I think it was 8 or 9 continuous weekends we went to different display homes, sometimes visiting the same ones again. We had a nice collection of brochures before we decided to cull about 50% of them. In the end, we had a couple of builders in mind (one of them being Rawson), but in the end we chose Wisdom. Their floorplans suited what we wanted better, so we've made minimal design changes. There were also some friends of ours that built with Wisdom 12 months earlier and couldn't praise them enough. FYI - We are building the Aspiration 29. We spoke with Rebecca and George at the Wisdom Homes display in Minto many, many times and they were nothing but helpful. In terms of inclusions, they were on par with Rawson, so we would have been up for the same amount of $$$ in the end. But the saying "you get what you pay for" is very, very true!! Anyway, if anyone else is building in OneMinto, please share your stories! It would be great to get to know some people in the neighbourhood. J Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 23Nov 11, 2013 6:12 pm Thanks JandJ_OneMinto. We have not gone to a lot of builders yet. Rawson is the one one where we discussed extensively with the executive. Others were Lilly homes and Vesta homes. But had lot of badi stories about them, so will stick to a good builder until their prices are out of budget. Our land is not that big (390 sq m) and we are on a tight budget. Wisdom homes initially sounded a but expensive when I visited them few months back. Though I will check them again and see what I can get. Other than the total cost of Land and builder cost, do we have any other expense? (Other than landscape and interiors) Cheers G. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 24Nov 11, 2013 6:31 pm Gaggy Thanks JandJ_OneMinto. We have not gone to a lot of builders yet. Rawson is the one one where we discussed extensively with the executive. Others were Lilly homes and Vesta homes. But had lot of badi stories about them, so will stick to a good builder until their prices are out of budget. Our land is not that big (390 sq m) and we are on a tight budget. Wisdom homes initially sounded a but expensive when I visited them few months back. Though I will check them again and see what I can get. Other than the total cost of Land and builder cost, do we have any other expense? (Other than landscape and interiors) Cheers G. hi Gaggy, I know bit of rawson homes, They designs and floor plans are excellent. They will do a complete turn key Cost will higher then compare to other project builders. How big house you looking? and what about your budget! Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 25Nov 11, 2013 6:54 pm [/quote] hi Gaggy, I know bit of rawson homes, They designs and floor plans are excellent. They will do a complete turn key Cost will higher then compare to other project builders. How big house you looking? and what about your budget![/quote] Hi Cameron, Thanks for the heads up for Ranson homes. The gentleman there is quite knowledeable and knows what he is talking about. I hope after sales service is the same. My land size is only 390 Sqm with 13 metres width and I am a first home buyer renting at the moment. I am looking to build 4 Bedroom single garage + Walk in robe + 2 baths and toilets is the main criteria of selecting a design. Before finalising the lot, Rawson quoted approx 216k for a 4 bedroom and 2 baths + toilets. If booked now, rawson will through few addins free like few cm higher ceiling (2600mm compared to 2400mm), Diaken inverter air con, Monier Horizon Flat profile roof tiles, a bit thicker Caesarston bench tops in kichen and laundry and few others. My friend built a 4 bedroom from Lilly homes and was quoted 170-180k approx. He got driveway, tiling in whole house, fencing and landscaping done seperately after builder finished and costed him all around 200k in total with no Air con. Getting things done himself from the contractors saved him around 20k. My budget is under 220k only. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 26Nov 11, 2013 7:03 pm I dont think rawson can complete in your budget, but their inclusions are very excellent i got a quote previously for 4 bed, 2 garage, 2 bath. 22sq single story home, cost be 270k+, its a complete turn key include everything, no higher upgrades if they quoted to you only 216k. really dead cheap Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 27Nov 11, 2013 7:04 pm shop around, can find plenty of builders dont locked in quicker, compare all Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 28Nov 11, 2013 9:29 pm Cameron32 I dont think rawson can complete in your budget, but their inclusions are very excellent i got a quote previously for 4 bed, 2 garage, 2 bath. 22sq single story home, cost be 270k+, its a complete turn key include everything, no higher upgrades if they quoted to you only 216k. really dead cheap Hi Cameron, Bear in mind that I asked them for the cost with single garage and a bit less area and not everything included. ( Landscaping, fencing, internal window blinds, lighting, etc. might be extra.) I checked wisdom homes pricing for Newton 21 with 4 bed single garage : 225,900 and Newton 24 with 4 Bed and twin garage: 240,900. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 29Nov 12, 2013 2:44 am Ok cool. I understand Do You have land? Site cost depends your slope, soil, rock, any filling in site, cost will be higher again. Reduce to single garage may get 5 or 6k lower, Try with few other builders like McDonald jones, Eden bare. If you don't have land and waiting for year to land get register, no point you paid deposit to builder. Most of them offers tender period only max 180 days. I was read a topic Is your location have any public housing? It's really a nice location may I know the cost for the land in your place? Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 30Nov 12, 2013 7:07 am Hi Cameron, Yes, I have booked a land and it will be available next year in sept. The Contours map provided by Landcom did tell the slope in my lot, but it does not tell the values. I hope that is as the land is not developed yet. Yes, One Minto Estate will have 30% of the land to housing commission. Not very happy, but that is the reason, the land is a bit cheap. Pricing starts from $225k for a 330 Sqm lot. Rawson homes have said the tender price will be fixed for one year if we sign now. I will be taking prices from few other builders as well this weekend. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 31Nov 12, 2013 7:24 am Contour plan can be issued only once all the development Works done. May be landcom issued civil plan Slopes can be changed once site works finished. Builder can issue the tender with "subject to final contour survey" No use if you get a tender now when your land is not ready, unless if they finish all road works and site works. Why you want to go with nearby housing commission area? Better find some nice location, later get better resale value Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 32Nov 12, 2013 7:37 am Hi Cameron,
Thanks for the suggestions. Most the areas near the stations have housing like glenfield, macquarie fields, ingleburn, etc. I have to catch train to go to work, so dont want to go further deep like spring farm or gregory hills. Secondly other areas are quite expensive. Rates are going up in every area now a days. Housing hiuses here will be like other new houses and good families will be chosen to these houses. I dont have any in my street. Also the location is near to trains, mall, medical centre, schools. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 33Nov 12, 2013 8:08 am great. Best luck for finding good builder with budget. Let me know if you need any help, pm me if you need Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 34Nov 12, 2013 8:44 am Gaggy Thanks JandJ_OneMinto. We have not gone to a lot of builders yet. Rawson is the one one where we discussed extensively with the executive. Others were Lilly homes and Vesta homes. But had lot of badi stories about them, so will stick to a good builder until their prices are out of budget. Our land is not that big (390 sq m) and we are on a tight budget. Wisdom homes initially sounded a but expensive when I visited them few months back. Though I will check them again and see what I can get. Other than the total cost of Land and builder cost, do we have any other expense? (Other than landscape and interiors) Cheers G. Hey Gaggy, Have never heard of Vesta Homes, but Lily Homes were on our shortlist also. Wisdom are a little more expensive, but like I said - you get what you pay for. In regards to other costs, it will depend on what Rawson's inclusions are at the time of you signing your tender. On top of landscaping, fencing, letter box, clothes line, you could also be up for blinds, flyscreens, TV antenna, etc. Also, ask builders for an "options price list" when you walk through their display homes. It will give you a good indication of what is standard and what is an extra. You can also ask the Salesperson to give you a walkthrough. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 35Nov 12, 2013 8:48 am Gaggy Hi Cameron, Yes, I have booked a land and it will be available next year in sept. The Contours map provided by Landcom did tell the slope in my lot, but it does not tell the values. I hope that is as the land is not developed yet. Yes, One Minto Estate will have 30% of the land to housing commission. Not very happy, but that is the reason, the land is a bit cheap. Pricing starts from $225k for a 330 Sqm lot. Rawson homes have said the tender price will be fixed for one year if we sign now. I will be taking prices from few other builders as well this weekend. Ask Landcom to give you a list of Housing Commission within the already established areas of OneMinto and have a drive around. You'll soon find out it's not as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Yes, you there may be issues with 'some' Housing Commission residents, however you could also have a private neighbour next to you who's just as bad as the worse Housing Commission residents you could imagine. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 36Nov 12, 2013 9:27 am JandJ_OneMinto Ask Landcom to give you a list of Housing Commission within the already established areas of OneMinto and have a drive around. You'll soon find out it's not as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Yes, you there may be issues with 'some' Housing Commission residents, however you could also have a private neighbour next to you who's just as bad as the worse Housing Commission residents you could imagine. It's the luck of the draw. Fairly easy to have bogans move in at any time and ruin it but the majority of public housing residents are fine. For me the issue would be resale value. Building with Jandson Homes - Eclipse 18. http://adgnetworks.blogspot.com/ Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 37Nov 12, 2013 10:50 am adgn It's the luck of the draw. Fairly easy to have bogans move in at any time and ruin it but the majority of public housing residents are fine. For me the issue would be resale value. Yes you are right. That is a little worry I have as well. But if I see prices in Glenfield to areas near to Housing, I see people are stilling buying them with extra premium. Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 38Nov 16, 2013 10:12 am Good luck this weekend Gaggy. Hopefully you find a builder with the floor plan you want at the price you want! Just curious to know if there's anyone on this forum that bought land in the Stage 10a release at the end of August?? Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 39Dec 03, 2013 6:43 am i don't think too many people from this forum bought land in one minto. Building Manchester 22 with EBH contract signed 17/05/13 land settled 08/07/13 cut & fill 12/11/13 slab 19/11/13 Frame 29/11/13 Brick 11/12/13 Roof 20/12/13 lockup 20/01/14 Re: Anyone Building at One Minto? 40Dec 03, 2013 9:20 am Just looking through previous posts, oronno, and looks like your land deposit was cancelled? Was this resolved and are you still building in One Minto? If so, what stage? We are in Stage 10, registration due March 2014. That is a really good attitude Akin to you catch more flies with honey than vinegar. I do enjoy watching that tik tok inspector from Victoria but he does go a little… 12 81896 Very common on rendered homes Smaller suppliers get the lower quality raw materials 6 11869 4 14309 |