Renters Can ‘Upgrade -Ownership’ at Sterling Properties’ Communities Throughout

Sterling Properties’ Communities — Residents of Homebuilder’s Rental Communities Can Now Apply up to $25,000 in Past Rent Payments Towards One of Sterling’s Award-Winning Homes —

Imagine being able to take all of the money you’ve spent on rent over the past year and investing it in a new home. Sterling Properties is making this fantasy a reality for residents at its rental properties.
As part of the “Upgrade-To-Ownership” Program, residents of the developer’s rental communities now have the opportunity apply up to $25,000 of last year’s paid rent towards the purchase of a beautiful new home at one of Sterling Properties prestigious for-sale communities — Viera at Hanover, RoseVallé at Chatham, Sterling Pointe at Franklin Township, The Brownstones at Essex Fells, The Brownstones at Convent Station, Forest Hill at Hanover and Sterling Oaks at Lower Nazareth Township.

“We have many residents who’ve been renting at our communities with the hopes of purchasing a new home in the near future,” said Rosanne Brooks, Sterling’s director of sales and marketing. “The ‘Upgrade-To-Ownership’ program allows these individuals to recoup money they thought they’d never see again, and turn it into an investment towards owning the new home they’ve been dreaming about.”

The “Upgrade-To-Ownership” program is a great option for renters who’re interested in purchasing a home at Viera, a beautiful active-adult townhome community ideally situated in Cedar Knolls, N. J. The majority of the community’s residences feature convenient first-floor master suites, with the Chelsea floor plan offering a traditional second-floor master bedroom and elevator; all residences include two to three bedrooms. Other features include two-and-a-half baths or three full baths (per plan), grand rooms, gourmet kitchens, formal dining rooms, comfortable lofts or studies (per plan), as well as fireplaces and tray or cathedral ceilings (per plan). In addition, all residences include private entrances, basements and two-car garages. All 40 of the meticulously designed townhomes at Viera offer extraordinarily well-planned designs ranging from approximately 2,500 to nearly 2,700 square feet of living space.

The 56 exquisite townhomes at RoseVallé offer countless unique features, including three- and four-bedroom designs ranging from approximately 3,300 to more than 4,100 square feet. Partially finished basements of more than 1,000 square feet are the standard in this community, allowing for a total of approximately 5,200 square feet of living space. Furthermore, the residences of RoseVallé offer their owners a choice of first-floor or traditional master bedroom suites, four-to five-and-a-half sumptuous baths, designer kitchens, dramatic lofts (in select models), two-car garages and much more.

Sterling Pointe is one of the state’s leading active-adult communities, featuring spectacular single-family homes and townhomes. All of the townhome and single-family residences at Sterling Pointe, which range from approximately 2,500 to over 2,700 square feet, offer classic interiors, striking first-floor master suites with second bedroom and full bath on the first floor, rich hardwood floors throughout with bedrooms and lofts lushly carpeted, abundant closet space and convenient two-car garages. The spacious kitchens include designer cabinetry, Select Series granite countertops, GE appliances, central vacuum as well as stainless steel Kohler sinks and faucets. The master baths feature Kohler whirlpool tubs surrounded by ceramic tile, two separate shower stalls, vanity mirrors, stylish designer cabinetry and Select Series granite counter tops. Located close to New Brunswick, N. J. — offering opportunities for fine dining, shopping and culture at its numerous theater houses – Sterling Pointe’s location in Franklin Township is also convenient to many major throughways, with Franklin Township recently being named by Money magazine as one of the top places in the country to live.

The Brownstones at Essex Fells is Sterling’s community of 36 spacious and beautifully appointed townhomes in Essex County, N.J. Maximizing every inch of their approximately 1,900 square feet of living space, each of the three model styles of these classic-yet-contemporary homes feature two spacious bedrooms, three-and-a-half stylish baths, bon appétit kitchens, cozy studies, soaring nine-foot ceilings and a myriad of upscale finishes and appointments that would likely be offered as upgraded enhancements at other such communities. All of The Brownstones’ homes also include private entrances and two-car garages. In addition, the impressive interiors also incorporate cozy fireplaces, raised six-panel Colonial doors, oak hardwood flooring throughout the first floors, designer wall-to-wall carpeting in all bedrooms and studies. The stunning master suites and baths feature walk-in closets (per plan), Kohler whirlpool tubs with ceramic tile, ceramic tile floors and showers and fully mirrored vanities, among other great features.

Each masterfully designed residence at The Brownstones at Convent Station features approximately 3,900 to over 4,400 square feet of lavish living space and the unique and convenient feature of a private elevator. Other attractive elements of The Brownstones’ designs include three spacious bedrooms, great rooms, cozy dens, studies (per plan,) nine to 10-foot ceilings, private entrances, two-car garages and a myriad of upscale finishes. The Brownstones’ gourmet kitchens offer such highlights as granite countertops, oak hardwood flooring, energy-efficient appliances, Kohler stainless steel sinks and faucets and designer cabinetry. Sumptuous Master baths boast stone countertops, enclosed glass shower and relaxing Kohler whirlpool tub. Additional baths feature designer countertops, Kohler fixtures, pedestal sinks, tile flooring and more.

Forest Hill, Sterling’s community of gracious estate-style homes in picturesque Hanover Township, N.J., continuously impresses visitors with its elegant single-family residences that provide from 2,850 to 4,040 square feet of living space at prices starting at $829,000. The homes at Forest Hill feature dramatic two-story entry foyers, cathedral ceilings (in select areas), hardwood flooring throughout first floor (excluding family room), fireplaces surrounded by slate, nine-foot ceilings and full basements. Further highlights include gourmet kitchens with cozy eat-in breakfast areas, center islands or peninsulas, Select Series granite countertops, stylish designer cabinetry, a generous appliance package and stainless steel sinks. Opulent master bathrooms include whirlpool tubs with separate shower stalls, his and her sinks and ceramic tile floors; and additional baths boast ceramic tile floors, vanities and mirrors.

Located in Lower Nazareth, Pa., Sterling Oaks’ estate-style single-family homes are equipped with luxurious glass sunrooms, which, in addition to their beauty, provide residents with a place to enjoy the relaxation of the outdoors at any time of the year. Six model styles are available at Sterling Oaks, with four- and five-bedroom designs, ranging up to approximately 4,015 square feet of living space and all offering a lifestyle that is second-to-none. In addition to the sunrooms, other upscale design features are available. Each residence at Sterling Oaks features two-story entry foyers, nine-foot first-floor ceilings and hardwood floors in select rooms. They also feature luxury wall-to-wall carpeting in bedrooms, hallways and stairs. Each meticulously planned country kitchen offers a center island and eat-in breakfast nook, with Select Series granite countertops and generous appliance package. The sumptuous master bathroom includes a Whirlpool tub along with a separate tile shower and ceramic tile floors.

For more information about Sterling Properties’ many premier communities, visit www.sterlingpropertiesnj.com

About Sterling Properties
Over the past 30 years, Sterling Properties has fashioned a signature style that has lead to its well-earned reputation as one of the tri-state region’s foremost real estate development companies. Sterling’s diverse portfolio of premier residences is a reflection of the company’s sustained growth as well as its desire to surpass expectations by continuing to improve upon itself through the creation of even better homes -- homes that they would be proud to call their own. With communities throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, the New York metropolitan area and Florida, Sterling Properties adheres to a fundamental philosophy and the same formula that has brought about its outstanding success and achievements. For more information on Sterling Properties, please visit www.sterlingpropertiesnj.com