First-time buyers will only need a 5% deposit of £5,498 to secure a two-bedroom apartment at Fairview New Homes' development at Evolution, Ashford.

The apartments, full market price £109,950, are being offered under the government-backed FirstBuy scheme, which gives first-time buyers a 20% interest free equity loan for five years.

Buyers then need to secure a mortgage of just 75%.

The two-bedroom apartments have an en-suite as well as a family bathroom.

Kitchens come with marble effect worktops, while bathrooms have thermostatic shower mixers and modern white finishings.

Jim Holliday of Fairview New Homes says: "The apartments have been incredibly popular and with only a small number of homes left for sale we are urging people to act now so as not to miss their chance to purchase at Evolution, especially with the FirstBuy incentive, it is a great opportunity for that first step on the ladder."

Evolution has landscaped gardens and with regular trains direct from Ashford International to London stations, it is well placed for commuting.

Prices for four-bedroom houses start at £199,995. For more information ring 0800 883 8149 or see www.fairview.co.uk