Luxury homes development at former Greenock Academy site is underway

The transformation of the former Greenock Academy site is taking shape with the first of 30 new houses for sale now under construction.

‘The Scholars’, a name chosen as an ode to the school’s heritage, was formally brought to the market by CCG Homes in February after having commenced works on-site last winter.

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Comprising a range of three and four-bedroom properties, the first homes are visible along Madeira Street and Newark Street, reinvigorating a site that has been derelict since the school’s demolition in 2015.

CCG Homes Managing Director Calum Murray said: “Our site team has done an excellent job so far. It is remarkable to see the difference in such a short space of time and with the erection of the new terraces, particularly those along Newark Street, you can already see what we are trying to achieve in creating a new, contemporary housing development.

“It’s exciting and the extent of our activities during the summer will see continued change.

“A new marketing suite based on Madeira Street will now allow us to engage directly with interested buyers in person for the first time whilst our brand-new show home will be open for viewings within the coming months.”

The Scholars is made up of eight terraced housing blocks with three house types to choose from including a 2.5-storey, three-bedroom terraced home – The ‘Orin’ – which is available to purchase from £335,000. 

There are also two configurations of a three-storey, four-bedroom terraced villa – ‘Muir’ and ‘Mara’ – which are available from £390,000.

The homes reach up to 1,580 sq ft and are offered with luxury specification as standard.

Designer kitchens with integrated appliances, private gardens and parking with full EV charging capability are among the wide range of features available to buyers at the point of sale.

Advanced energy performance will also offer additional benefits to the homeowners.

Mr Murray said: “Be it their size or the integrated features, CCG Homes proudly offer properties to a leading standard of specification.  We have partnered with luxury brands and have carefully considered the finer details throughout the home but, undeniably, our USP is in the building’s performance.

“Thanks to advanced construction methods, our homes are naturally thermally efficient with minimised heat loss achieved as a result.

“In a time of inflated energy prices, an EPC ‘A’ rating is a distinct benefit, whilst the integration of solar PV panels will help to lower costs from in-use energy consumption.”

CCG Homes anticipate the first properties will be available for occupation at The Scholars in late-autumn with full completion in early 2025.