Amid Market Uncertainty, "Hillstate Godeok Elist" Increases Value by Forming a Brand Town in Godeok

- Superior Product Quality Drives Homebuyer Preference in Brand Towns Built Around Strong Brand Names
- Value of Brand Town Complexes Demonstrated in Actual Real Estate Transaction Prices

As uncertainty in the real estate market continues, there is increasing interest in "brand towns," where apartment complexes of the same brand are clustered together in a given area. When apartments of the same brand are offered as large-scale complexes or in successive series such as Phase 1 and Phase 2, forming a brand town, they draw attention from end-users based on local brand recognition and residential preference.

The influence of brand is especially evident in the presale market. According to data from the Korea Real Estate Board's Cheongyak Home platform, 51 brand-name apartment complexes built by the nation’s top 10 construction companies, providing a total of 19,917 units for general sale across the country from January to June this year, attracted 196,206 first-round applicants, resulting in an average competition ratio of 9.85 to 1. In contrast, during the same period, 82 non-brand apartments (31,304 units for general sale) garnered only 74,866 first-round applicants, with an average competition ratio of 2.39 to 1. Thus, the subscription competition ratio for the top 10 construction companies’ brand apartments is more than four times higher than that for non-brand complexes.

Brand towns developed based on strong brand names tend to establish themselves as landmark residential complexes in their regions due to superior product quality, and they are likely to maintain a comparatively high level of preference even after occupancy. This is especially important for end-users, who not only consider residential satisfaction but also liquidity and asset value in the future when selling their homes.

Furthermore, brand complexes built by major construction companies often feature differentiated floor plans, landscaping, and community facilities, leveraging accumulated construction expertise and advanced technologies. To maintain brand preference within the region, these companies are actively introducing advanced residential systems and products designed to enhance convenience for residents.

The value of such "brand towns" is demonstrated by actual transaction prices in the sales market. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport’s official transaction price disclosure system, a pre-sale right for an 84㎡ unit in "City OCL 7th Complex," located in Hakik-dong, Michuhol-gu, Incheon, was traded at 717.35 million won in July, over 70 million won higher than the initial presale price. City OCL is a private urban development project brand developed by major Korean builders—IPARK Hyundai Development Company, Hyundai Engineering & Construction, and POSCO E&C—at Yonghyeon-Hakik Block 1, currently forming a brand town with around 13,000 housing units.

Similarly, in July this year, an 84㎡ unit at "Cheongju Gagyeong IPARK 3rd Complex" in Gagyeong-dong, Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do, changed hands at a new record price of 785 million won. The Gagyeong-dong area, which houses Complexes 1 through 6 and totals around 6,000 units, is a brand town of the IPARK brand, and the agglomeration of the brand, along with its status as a local landmark, has been driving up market prices.

An industry official stated, "Complexes developed as single-brand towns build strong recognition based on high residential satisfaction and the brand itself is increasingly perceived as a form of value, making such properties popular among real demand homebuyers," adding, "Brand town complexes not only lead local price increases during an upswing, but also show strong defensive value during downturns, making them noteworthy in the current uncertain market environment."

Amid these trends, a single-brand supply is drawing attention as a brand town is being developed in a local area.

Hyundai Engineering & Construction is introducing "Hillstate Godeok Elist" at blocks A12 and 65 in Godeok Internationalization District, Pyeongtaek.

In Godeok International New City, where the complex is located, a Hillstate brand town comprising six blocks and approximately 4,500 units is scheduled for development, with the first offering including two blocks and 1,779 units of 84㎡ each. With the price ceiling system applied, units are offered at a reasonable presale price averaging 16.83 million won per 3.3㎡, reducing the financial burden for end-users.

Additionally, the complex is located near Samsung Electronics Pyeongtaek Campus, the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturing line, providing an excellent live-work proximity. Residents will also benefit from convenient access to Seoul and the capital region through Seojeongni Station on Line 1 and Pyeongtaek Jije Station on the SRT. Furthermore, several new elementary and middle schools, such as Godeok Elementary School 3 (planned), Godeok Elementary School 14 (planned), Godeok Elementary School 8 (planned), Godeok Middle School 6 (planned), as well as Minse Elementary and Middle School, and Songtan High School, are located nearby, ensuring safe commutes for up to 12 years without the need for relocation.

This new supply not only applies the presale price ceiling system, but also offers a location with outstanding live-work proximity, transportation, and education infrastructure—key factors for end-users when choosing a residence. Moreover, as the same brand is being constructed across multiple blocks, buyers can assess not only the conditions of each complex but also the future residential environment to be created, further maintaining interest.

Meanwhile, "Hillstate Godeok Elist" is accepting first-round subscription applications today. Winners will be announced on October 1 for block A12 and on October 2 for block A65, with official contracts to be signed at the model house from November 9 to November 11 over a three-day period.

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