Cheongna International City Resembling Magok... Will the 'Parallel Theory' Work?

Attracting Businesses and Improving Transportation Conditions Draw Demand to Cheongna International City
Triple Station Area and Starfield Opening Boost 'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City' Spotlight

[Photo by 'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City' bird's-eye view]

As Cheongna International City transforms into a fully developed city through various large-scale transportation developments and successive corporate relocations, voices are emerging that it is beginning to resemble the Magok district.

Initially undervalued due to poor infrastructure development, the Magok district later succeeded in improving transportation conditions and attracting companies, becoming one of Seoul's representative residential districts. The triple station area served by the Airport Railroad and Seoul Subway Lines 5 and 9, along with the attraction of major corporations such as LG Group, Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, Lotte, and Kolon, as well as over 100 small and medium-sized enterprises, is credited for this success.

The property values also rose consecutively. The 84㎡ type apartment in Magok Emvalley was traded at 1.01 billion KRW in February last year and increased by 57 million KRW to 1.067 billion KRW in February this year. Similarly, the 22㎡ officetel type in Magoknaru Station Botanic Prugio City changed hands last month at 220 million KRW, up 25 million KRW from 195 million KRW in January this year.

Accordingly, Cheongna International City, where a fully self-sufficient city is becoming visible, is attracting the attention of investors.

Cheongna International City is expected to follow a path similar to Magok district, especially as its transportation conditions, once considered a weakness, have been dramatically improved and corporate attraction has succeeded. With the confirmed extension of Seoul Subway Line 7 and the anticipated direct connection of Line 9, Cheongna International City will have a total of three lines in operation, including the currently running Airport Railroad.

Moreover, many companies such as the Korea GM R&D Center and Robot Land are continuously moving into Cheongna International City. LG Electronics Incheon Campus, Gyeongseo 3 Urban Development District, and Incheon Terminal Logistics Complex are also located nearby. Notably, the complex shopping mall 'Starfield Cheongna,' equipped with shopping, leisure, cultural, and entertainment facilities, is scheduled to open in 2024. It is expected to create up to 4,000 new jobs and generate production and added value effects worth several trillion KRW. Additionally, the construction of Hana Financial Town, a global financial town with a resident and training population of up to 18,000, is nearing completion. The Cheongna Medical Complex Town, consisting of a general hospital, specialized hospitals, and a medical university, is also being planned within Cheongna International City.

Industry experts say, "Recently, as the Magok district has gained popularity in the sales market, investors' attention is turning to Cheongna International City, which is showing a similar trajectory." They added, "In particular, Cheongna International City is expected to have excellent future value based on various development benefits, and some predict that it may surpass Magok and even rival Pangyo in the future."

Accordingly, interest in sales products within Cheongna International City is also rising. Among them, 'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City,' which boasts a triple station area location and is considered the biggest beneficiary of various development projects, is attracting strong attention.

'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City' is an officetel complex developed by Daewoo E&C located at 4-20, Cheongna-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon, consisting of 1,630 units ranging from six basement floors to a maximum of 34 floors above ground. It reflects recent residential trends with 1 to 2-room layouts and duplex designs, offering various unit sizes tailored to consumer preferences. The exclusive area ranges from 20 to 63㎡.

It is particularly notable for securing a prime location within Cheongna International City. Residents can access all major development sites, including the triple station lines and Starfield Cheongna, on foot. This is expected to allow residents to enjoy the benefits of various development projects centered around Cheongna International City, making future capital gains possible.

The living infrastructure is also attractive. Large marts such as Homeplus, Lotte Mart, and No Brand are clustered within a 10-minute drive, and Costco is considering opening a new store within Cheongna International City. Additionally, Cheongna Lake Park, CGV, and government offices are nearby.

The open views are another strength. With a maximum height of 34 floors above ground, some units are expected to offer West Sea ocean views. Furthermore, the abundant greenery of Bears Best Cheongna GC and the view of the 448-meter-high Cheongna City Tower are also factors that enhance the residential quality for residents.

A sales official stated, "'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City' is attracting high interest among investors due to its high future value anticipated from various transportation and development benefits." They added, "In particular, since resale is allowed and no subscription savings account is required, inquiries from investors are already ongoing."

The 'Cheongna International City Station Prugio City' sales office is located at 164-1, Cheongna-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon, in the Cheongna Poonglim Exlu Tower, and the model house is set up at 919-8, Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. The opening date is scheduled for May 8.

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