Elegance, Security and Well-Being in a Prestigious Address

Casa Alphaville Brennand 360 of built area Lot 457 05 Suites DCE Three living rooms Beautiful garden Gourmet area Space for a music studio House designed by architect Érico Sóter, bringing the beauty of a beach house into a concept aligned with a country home. R$2,8M >> History The lands in this region were the first to be divided among the Portuguese settlers who began the colonization of Pernambuco in the first half of the 16th century. The area chosen by the Portuguese for sugarcane planting was the floodplain of the Capibaribe, on the banks of the river of the same name. The first sugar mill in the region was Santo Antônio. However, it was Engenho São João that became the best known. The land was fertile, with abundant water, and soon the mills multiplied. Around 1630, the Capibaribe floodplain had 16 sugar mills in full operation. In the central part of the land, on the right bank of the river, a settlement developed rapidly, becoming a parish under the invocation of Our Lady of the Rosary. The first chapel in Várzea would date back to 1612. Some time later, precisely in 1746, the parish of Várzea had 2,998 inhabitants, 18 chapels, 11 mills in operation, and 4 in ruins (that is, deactivated). The sugar produced there was transported by small vessels along the Capibaribe River to the port of Recife. At the end of the first half of the 19th century, Várzea became the center of a dispute as a holiday resort. The crystal-clear waters of the river attracted residents of Recife who came from all parts of the city. These baths (which were said to have healing powers) enlivened the area until 1880, when pollution of the Capibaribe began and the resort lost momentum. In addition to its economic strength, Várzea do Capibaribe also witnessed important historical episodes. It was at Engenho São João, for example, that plans for revolt against the Dutch were discussed. And at the Parish Church of Várzea, the body of the Indigenous leader Felipe Camarão, one of the heroes of the battles that expelled the Dutch, was buried. >> 4 TIPS TO HELP YOU CHOOSE THE IDEAL PROPERTY TO BUY: > Do not think only about your current marital status. Real estate is highly durable. Therefore, it is necessary to make your choice not only with today in mind, but also your life plans. You can find houses and apartments of different sizes, and this will also influence the number of bedrooms the property has. If you plan to live alone, consider whether the property you are about to acquire will meet your needs at least in the medium term. A one-bedroom apartment for a single person, for example, can also accommodate a future spouse and even a crib-size child. But if the plan to start a family is closer to your reality, it may be ideal to consider properties with 2 or even 3 bedrooms. In this way, you secure a home that will accommodate your life projects. > Location is a relevant factor. Check whether the properties you are considering are well located. This does not mean being in a central area, but having good infrastructure nearby to meet everyday and unexpected needs. Get to know the neighborhood: check whether there are pharmacies, bakeries, supermarkets, health clinics, schools, as well as good public transportation coverage. This will be necessary and, in the end, may save you a great deal of effort. > Evaluate whether the "utilities" meet your needs Number of bathrooms, parking spaces, elevator, accessibility, built-in closets... Each one has its usefulness depending on your needs and therefore must be taken into account. For those who own cars or motorcycles, not having a parking space can generate a high monthly cost that, in the end, would be much more expensive than making a slightly larger investment for these features, for example. The same applies if an apartment does not have a service area large enough for a washing machine. With the rush of everyday life, it is not always possible to wash clothes by hand, and the lack of space for a washer can generate recurring laundry expenses that would make it impossible to cover all costs. Therefore, pay attention to your needs, calculate everything carefully, and make a choice that is better aligned and feasible. > Check whether your dream fits your financial reality. You may dream of having a larger apartment, with a service area, spacious bedrooms, and everything else. However, before you start looking, be realistic: assess your financial possibilities. Even with a good down payment with FGTS assistance, financing can be expensive due to interest rates, and no one knows what tomorrow may bring. Therefore, do not reach higher than you can. Evaluate the available budget, run simulations in case of financing, and only then begin your property search. In this way, you will be able to align your dream with your reality, avoiding committing to something you will not be able to fulfill. By paying attention to these tips, you will certainly make a more advantageous deal. So be sure to consider these points! Didn't find what you were looking for or want more information about other properties in Recife and the surrounding area? Contact our team at (81) 99834-1699. We are looking forward to hearing from you!