2 ~ Friday, March 11, 198% — North Shore News MARCH 1988 Phase II 55% Sold! The second phase of the Somerset Green retirement residences at 29th and Lonsdale in North Vancouver has only just been completed. Already it’s over 55% sold! Michael Audain, president of Polygon Development Ltd. says, “We were not surprised when the 77-apartment first phase sold out quickly last year. But the strong take-up of the final 60 residences caught us little off guard.” “The continuing interest in Somerset - Green tells us something about the desire of people these days to move out of their single family home into a condominium once they reach a certain age. It’s a lifestyle trend)’ Audain added. Where they come from Not surprisingly, the vast majority of Somerset Green buyers (77%) come from North Vancouver, often from within a few blocks. Other purchasers moved to Somerset Green from West Vancouver, Burnaby, and Vancouver— even one couple from Australia! In terms of age, one third are under 65 and the remainder mostly in their late 60’s and early 70’s. The condo- minium bylaws require that one member of the household be over 55. What they like When asked in a survey what prompted them to move to Somerset Green, Phase I residents most frequently said it was the carefree lifestyle without the worries of a home and yard that appealed to them. Others mentioned the enhanced security offered by Somerset Green, the extensive health club facilities, and the possibility of forming new friendships. Plenty of choice Sales manager AI Jablonka says, “There's still plenty of choice residences available at Somerset Green, many with dramatic southern views. We have residences ranging in size from one bedroom suites of 866 square feet to two bedroom and den residences of 1,331 square feet.” 1,331 square feet.” “The prices range from $94,900 to $189,900 depending on the size of the home and view. Obviously the market believes that these are good value,” Jablonka remarks. “In my opinion, there is room for two or three more Somerset Greens in © North Vancouver. It's too bad that well situated land just isn’t available,’ says the sales manager. Al Jablonka, sales manager, welcomes visitors at the Somerset Green sales centre, Lonsdale and 29th, North Vancouver, Noon-6:00 p.m. daily (except Friday). Telephone 986-5953. MERSE GREEN T A development by NH Pulygon Development Limited pF, ds a POLYGO!