It hasn't quite garnered the attention of some of the larger projects in town, but Solid Rock Developments is continuing to move forward with their new development in the Trojan subdivision.
Earlier this year Solid Rock announced plans to develop 15.2 acres of land it had purchased from the City of Estevan. They also held an open house at the Days Inn to discuss their project with the public.
However, since then, Solid Rock has been working quietly and are now ready to sell lots in Phase 1 of the development.
"The lots are ready to go, they can start being built on as early as possible," said Derek McWilliams, who is one of the partners in Solid Rock along with Ben Gustafson.
"We are just strictly land developers at this point, so we are hoping other builders will pick up quite a few of them and individuals that want to attempt building their own or hire a builder."
McWilliams said selling the lots is a milestone during what has been two years worth of work for Gustafson and over one year for himself. He said both are obviously excited to have reached this point.
"For both Ben and I it was essentially our rookie season," he said. "Ben's done a lot of houses, and I have always just managed property. It's nice to see serviced lots there instead of a big hole with water."
Phase One of the development has 37 much-needed lots for single-family homes. Eleven of the lots are located in a cul de sac while the remaining lots are located along the adjoining street.
"It connects the park corridor from Kensington Greens and eventually the City will complete it down to the (Estevan Leisure Centre). We have a pathway going along the back of it so that will be good walking and access to that eventually," McWilliam said.
"Price point wise it will be determined by what people decide to build. The lots are such that I think people will be able to get a decent 1,200 to 1,300 square foot house in there for under $400,000. It really depends on each individual and builder."
McWilliams added the development has a number of great attributes, noting that it is part of the already established Trojan neighbourhood, is close to both Spruce Ridge School and the Estevan Comprehensive School as well as a number of shopping areas.
"It's close to everything you need. It worked out really well."
For more information on the lots see www.solidrockestevan.com
