Sculpt in Hawthorn has been recognised with the Best Apartment Architectural Design Award (Victoria) at the Property Guru Asia Property Awards 2024.

<a href="/new-apartments/sculpt-hawthorn-43-riversdale-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Sculpt</a>, just 18 apartments being developed by Monolith Projects, was designed in a collaboration between architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/architects/parallel-workshop-architecture">Parallel Workshop</a>, popular interior studio&nbsp;<a href="/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a>, and renowned landscape architect <a href="/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a>.

The building is&nbsp;defined by its neutral brick palette and bronze detailing, reflecting a sense of timelessness and connection to nature.

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The sculptural form of the building complements the leafy character of <a href="/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>, a feature emphasised by Miriam Fanning of Mim Design, who notes the neutral interior palette mirrors the natural beauty of the neighbourhood.

The development comprises offers two, three, and four-bedroom options, each focussed on indoor-outdoor living.&nbsp;

Floor-to-ceiling windows capture views while maximising natural light, further blending the interiors with the surrounding landscape.&nbsp;

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Inside, the apartments are outfitted with a variety of high-end details, including bespoke integrated bars, custom display plinths, and electric fireplaces.&nbsp;

Kitchens feature natural marble island benches and Miele appliances, while master bedrooms offer hotel-inspired designs, complete with walk-in robes and bespoke dressers.&nbsp;

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Outside, the landscaping by Jack Merlo incorporates over 2550 plants, reflecting the local environment while ensuring a low-maintenance lifestyle for residents.

Sustainability is also a key component of the design, with a 10 kW solar system planned for the rooftop, provisions for electric vehicle charging, and a 27-kL rainwater tank for stormwater collection.

Jellis Craig Projects Director Stephen Bowtell is marketing Sculpt.

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Joel Robinson

Sculpt Hawthorn wins Best Apartment Architectural Design Award

Quietly positioned among the leafy streets and million-dollar homes of Rochedale, national developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/metro-property-group">Metro Property </a>is bringing a fresh offering to the booming suburb with its new development, Citrine Townhomes.

With townhouses comprising just six per cent of Rochedale’s dwellings, <a href="/new-apartments/citrine-townhomes-rochedale-311-gardner-road-rochedale">Citrine Townhomes</a> presents a rare opportunity for families seeking an alternative to traditional detached homes, without compromising on size, lifestyle, amenities or location.

Known for its premium real estate, <a href="/developments/rochedale-qld-4123">Rochedale</a> is home to luxury properties set amid green spaces, top-tier schools, and a wide range of amenities. As one of Greater Brisbane’s fastest-growing suburbs, it continues to attract families and professionals drawn to its peaceful atmosphere and excellent connectivity.

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The 90 three and four-bedroom townhouses at Citrine are centrally located, a short walk to&nbsp;Rochedale Village.&nbsp;Anchored by a large Coles supermarket, the village also features dining options, medical services, pharmacies, and fitness facilities, all within 500 metres of the development.&nbsp;

For broader retail and entertainment options, Westfield Garden City is less than five minutes away by car, boasting over 400 specialty stores, event cinemas, and dining establishments.

Future upgrades to Rochedale Town Centre promise an even greater array of amenities, including a new supermarket, additional retail and dining options, and improved pedestrian access.&nbsp;

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Flying Pepper and Hutongli Restaurant are some of the nearest dining options from Citrine, en route to several parks that are dotted around the neighbourhood.

Pask Family Park, Kev Vanstone Park, Strawberry Fields Place, and Fischer Family Park are some of the nearby parks with playgrounds within a 15-minute walk from Citrine.

The suburb's educational infrastructure further underscores Rochedale’s appeal as a family-friendly destination, offering a range of highly regarded schools, such as Rochedale State School, Redeemer Lutheran College, and St Peters Catholic Primary School, all located within a short drive.

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The suburb’s strategic location also ensures easy access to key employment hubs, including Brisbane Technology Park, Garden Square Office Park, and the light industrial precincts of Underwood and Springwood.&nbsp;

Major institutions like Griffith University’s Nathan and Mt Gravatt campuses and QE2 Jubilee Hospital are also within a 15-minute drive, making Rochedale ideal for professionals and students alike.

Construction of Citrine Rochedale has commenced through&nbsp;<a href="/developers/creation-homes">Creation Homes</a>, Australia’s largest semi-detached builder.&nbsp;

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Citrine is slated for completion in late 2025.

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Rochedale continues to attract families and professionals drawn to its peaceful atmosphere and excellent connectivity

Why families are descending on Citrine Townhomes in Rochedale

<a href="/developers/forte-group">Forte Group</a>’s commitment to excellence goes beyond strategic site acquisition—its <a href="/new-apartments/nexus-apartments-thomastown-240-high-street-thomastown">Nexus Apartments</a> project is a true reflection of the location.

Designed by the award-winning <a href="/architects/hachem-and-cornetta-partners-architects">Hachem Architecture</a> in collaboration with Cornetta Partners, the development consists of two five-level buildings at 240 High Street, just steps from the town’s historic 1880s train station.

The proximity to the railway isn’t merely a convenience; it has been integrated into the design, enhancing both accessibility and the overall living experience.

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Large, carriage-shaped windows further reinforce this connection, offering residents views that recall the romance of rail travel.

The architectural concept goes beyond aesthetics, incorporating practical considerations. The ground-level facade of the buildings is designed to reflect the flow of the railway, with the two structures appearing to slide past each other like trains on parallel tracks.&nbsp;

The transition from the exterior to the interior is marked by a careful blend of materials, creating a connection between the facade and the lobby’s textured design elements.

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Inside, the apartments are designed to be both functional and a refuge from the busy world outside.&nbsp;

The interiors feature soft edges and bold shapes that tie into the overall architectural theme, with finishes and fixtures selected for their practicality and stylish appeal.

Large windows and expansive outdoor spaces allow natural light to flood the living areas, offering views of both the urban landscape and the surrounding suburban greenery.&nbsp;

The kitchen is equipped with premium Bosch stainless steel appliances, including a 60 cm four-burner gas cooktop, oven, and matching dishwasher, combining practicality with refined style.

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A stone benchtop and splashback with laminate cabinetry and a single-bowl undermount sink complete the contemporary design.

The bathrooms maintain this high standard, featuring brushed finish fixtures, glass shower screens, and vitreous china basins. Floor and wall tiles create a streamlined, low-maintenance aesthetic.

The bedrooms are spacious, with timber or carpet flooring, built-in robes, and LED lighting that enhances the overall atmosphere.

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The public space at the centre of the development enhances the sense of community. This bustling area, located between the two buildings, is designed as a dynamic hub where residents and visitors can gather.

Retail offerings on the ground floor will include cafes, with seating spilling into the open courtyard. The space is intended to evolve, with potential for events such as musical performances, pop-up bars, and art installations.

“As Architects and designers, we want to create places that endure. With Nexus, we think we’ve produced a landmark building that people will be happy to return to for years to come," Fady Hachem, Principal Director of Hachem Architecture, said.

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The development’s location, with easy access to the <a href="/developments/thomastown-vic-3074">Thomastown</a> train station and key roads, ensures convenient movement between Melbourne’s CBD and the northern suburbs.&nbsp;

Nexus Apartments is on track to complete in early 2025.

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The architectural concept goes beyond aesthetics, incorporating practical considerations

Forte Group's design-led approach to Nexus Apartments, Thomastown

After years of planning and design revisions, <a href="/developers/henroth-investments-pty-ltd">Henroth Investments</a>’ ambitious vision for Brisbane’s West End has officially been approved.

Led by the Sydney-based Roth family, the project will bring two striking apartment towers to <a href="/new-apartments/281-montague-road-west-end">281-297 Montague Road</a>.

Initially approved for five towers, the project was scaled down to two towers, now accommodating nearly 350 apartments across two 19 and 17-level towers.

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The approved design, led by architecture firm The <a href="/architects/nra-co-lab">NRA Collaborative</a>, includes a mix of apartment types to cater to diverse residential needs.&nbsp;

The north tower will house 76 two-bed, 95 three-bed, and 12 four-bedroom apartments and penthouses. The south tower will home 30 one-bedders, 73 two-beds, 43 three-bedroom apartments, and 20 four-bedroom apartments and penthouses.

A major element of the design is the incorporation of over 3,382 sqm of green public space and a retail area spanning 1,606 sqm, establishing the project as both a residential and community hub.&nbsp;

Along the Davies Park side of the site, a public amphitheatre with surrounding retail and a sculpture park will create a vibrant community space.&nbsp;The development integrates a distinctive curved, landscaped exoskeletal sunshade, reflecting contemporary architectural trends in bioclimatic design.

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Each tower features rooftop recreation spaces complete with infinity pools, gyms, dining areas, barbecues, and lush landscaping.&nbsp;

Additionally, a covered outdoor terrace on the first level of both towers provides spaces tailored to the working-from-home trend, with study areas and enclosed glass pods designed for private online meetings or podcasting.&nbsp;

The layout emphasises open-air, landscaped corridors, and balconies on every floor, extending the green spaces and creating natural vistas from within the buildings.

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A key feature of the development is its focus on enhanced pedestrian and cycling connectivity. The design provides a direct connection from Vulture Street, one of Brisbane’s main thoroughfares, to the Brisbane River walkway.&nbsp;

This cross-site link, along with the active retail frontage and public plaza, aims to blend the development into the West End community, offering new pedestrian access and open spaces connecting Montague Road to Davies Park, Souths Leagues Club, and the riverfront.

The design response was crafted to benefit both residents and the local community by delivering a subtropical landscaped plaza and active communal spaces.

Henroth approved for Montague Road, West End apartments

Pymble has long been regarded as one of the North Shore's best suburbs.

Dominated by large house estates and most popular with families given the proximity to some of Sydney's best schools, Pymble is an affluent, family-friendly suburb offering a peaceful, suburban lifestyle.

The best street?&nbsp;Telegraph Road.

There have been nine sales over $5 million in the last five years. The street record was set earlier this year when a 2021-built home sold for just over $8 million.

Telegraph Road delivers the best of <a href="/developments/pymble-nsw-2073">Pymble</a>, a leafy street with large estate, but with the added value of close proximity to the Pacific Highway and Mona Vale Road.

At the Eastern end of Telegraph Road, local developer <a href="/developers/harvie-group">Harvie Group</a> secured over 3,000 sqm and is delivering <a href="/new-townhouses/coachwood-pymble-76-telegraph-road-pymble">Coachwood</a>, some of the only townhouses in the suburb.

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Of the 4,000 homes in Pymble, less than 100 are a townhouse, the last census showed.

The rarity of such a development hasn't been lost on locals, with three of the 10 townhouses already snapped up.

The townhouses have been designed to cater for the downsizer. Each have three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fireplace, and outdoor enteratining areas.

Some residences offer the buyer to include a private lift.

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Future residents of Coachwood will be a short walk from&nbsp;local boutiques, cafés, and restaurants, which are increasing in number.

Public transport options are also easily accessible, with Pymble Train Station just minutes away.

Down the road is the&nbsp;Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve, where the Browns Forest loop trail offers an unspoilt walking experience amid the Blue Gum forest, and the&nbsp;revered Pymble Golf Club is a five-minute drive.

Bobbin Head, located 18 minutes away, provides further opportunities for outdoor activities, including bushwalking, fishing, and picnicking.

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Coachwood is also well-positioned near top educational institutions, including Sacred Heart Pymble Primary School, Pymble Public School, and Pymble Ladies’ College.

Construction firm&nbsp;<a href="/builders/dilcara">Dilcara</a> has already commenced construction of Coachwood, and is estimating a late 2025 completion.

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Future residents of Coachwood will be a short walk from local boutiques, cafés, and restaurants, which are increasing in number

Telegraph Road set to score Pymble rare new townhouse development

Recent Gold Coast downsizers Kim and Adam Crawford didn't just settle for one apartment in Nera, one of the new apartment developments on <a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>.

The Gold Coast locals first bought a three-bedroom apartment in the Parneno Street building, which will be their new home. Impressed with the value on offer, they also secured a two-bedroom apartment.

“My husband and I were nervous about moving from our larger home to a sky home, fearing that we might feel rather claustrophobic," Kim, who hails from Wimbledon in England, says.

"However, Nera’s wow factor pleasantly surprised us, and we don’t feel that this change is like downsizing at all."

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As an entrepreneur running her own beauty business from home, Kim was delighted Nera offered the prospect of still being fully equipped to operate her business and continue doing what she loves.

“We were in total awe of the stunning scenery that surrounds us, with a little bit of everything from the hinterland, river to the ocean, it’s truly breathtaking.”

While some living space is sacrificed, residents benefit from significant amenity, which was a big attraction to Kim.

“I cannot speak more highly of the rooftop amenities, the pool that overlooks Surfers, a yoga platform, and plunge pools are a few indulgences that I love about Nera.”

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The resident’s roof deck has 360-degree views along with amenities including an infinity rooftop pool, wellness spas, a fitness centre, residents’ private dining, sky lounges with fire pits, and a yoga platform.

<a href="/new-apartments/nera-residences-chevron-island-8-10-parneno-street-chevron-island">Nera</a>, developed by <a href="/developers/bastion">Bastion Property Group</a>, comprises 81 apartments, six sky homes, and a full-floor penthouse.

Construction has commenced. Nera is expected to be completed in 2026.

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Nera, developed by Bastion Property Group, comprises 81 apartments, six sky homes, and a full-floor penthouse

From Wimbledon to Chevron Island: Urban Buyer Q&A

It's been well documented that the Brisbane unit market has been one of the strongest property markets in Australia in 2024.

Only bettered by Perth, the growth in the unit market in <a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> has been the strongest it has been in around four decades, exclusive data from property data analytics company CoreLogic found

You'd have to go <a href="/news/qld/brisbane-units-growing-at-fastest-rate-since-1988">back to the 1980s</a> to find a better year of growth.

The tight supply in both the established and off the plan market has driven the growth in both segments. When there has been new projects launched in 2024, which have been few and far between, the apartments have been snapped up.

While there are several key developments that have been submitted to the Brisbane City Council, and approved, over the course of 2024, it's difficult to know when those large-scale projects will go to market given the complexities in the built environment in South East Queensland.

In this article, we take a closer look at the&nbsp;what, the&nbsp;who, and the&nbsp;where&nbsp;of the best new apartment developments launching in Brisbane in 2025.

<h2>What: Callista on Park</h2>

<h2>Where: 111 Boundary Street, West End QLD 4101</h2>

<h2>Who: Sekisui House Australia</h2>

After nearly a decade of redefining the apartment landscape in <a href="/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a>, <a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a> is set to pull the final curtain at its $1.2 billion, multi-award-winning West Village community.

The final tower, <a href="/new-apartments/callista-on-park-west-end-49-mollison-street-west-end">Callista on Park</a>,&nbsp;will have 96 two, three and four-bedroom apartments and a roof terrace with an infinity pool edge, a wellness area, dining areas, and an open-air conservatory, all of which will be surrounded by landscaping and extensive city views.

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Renowned architecture firm Rothelowman has designed Callista, having previously been the lead architect for the village's penultimate stage, The Allere Collection, where there are just a handful of apartments remaining.

The Opulnet Collection has the largest floorplans that have been produced in the now thriving community. There are four and five-bedroom configurations on offer, with internal living spaces ranging from 184 sqm to 300 sqm.

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<a href="/new-apartments/the-allere-collection-west-village-mollison-street-west-end">The Allere Collection</a> will finish construction in early 2025, paving the way for Callistra construction to start later in the year.

<h2>What: One Hundred on Leichhardt</h2>

<h2>Where:&nbsp;100 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill</h2>

<h2>Who: Dibcorp</h2>

Franco Di Bartolomeo's <a href="/developers/dibcorp-properties">Dibcorp</a> will be taking its redevelopment of the <a href="/developments/spring-hill-qld-4000">Spring Hill</a> Hotel to market in the coming months.

Dibcorp, who sold out Bide Newstead before its completion last year, will be launching <a href="/new-apartments/one-hundred-spring-hill">One Hundred on Leichhardt</a>, an 18-level tower above the former Spring Hill Hotel.

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As part of the development, Dibcorp will be restoring the old hotel which has fallen into disrepair in recent years.

Above the hotel, and new retail and commercial spaces will be 119 two and three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

To give buyers confidence, Dibcorp has already started construction on site at 100 Leichhardt Street, just down the road from Roma St Parklands and the convenience of Boundary Street that runs through from Brisbane Grammar School to the Howard Smith Wharves.

Milestone Property Group, led by veteran project marketer Jeremy Gilmore, will be handling the sales and marketing.

<h2>&nbsp;What: Two towers, 795 apartments</h2>

<h2>Where: 204 Alice Street, Brisbane</h2>

<h2>Who: Meriton</h2>

Harry Triguboff's apartment giant&nbsp;<a href="/developers/meriton" target="">Meriton</a> will be expected to launch its two-tower <a href="/new-apartments/204-alice-street-brisbane">Alice Street, Brisbane CBD development</a> next year, having secured approval for the&nbsp;$1.3 billion project in October.

There will be just under 800 apartments across the two skyscrapers,&nbsp;designed by their go-to architect in Queensland&nbsp;<a href="/architects/dbi">DBI</a>&nbsp;who has designed Meriton's recent Gold Coast portfolio.

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The towers will sit on the 5,485 sqm site directly across the road from the City Botanic Gardens from the Alice Street frontage. They will include a childcare centre, retail and food and beverage spaces, and communal open space facilities like swimming pools, an outdoor gym and play space on the level five podium level before it gives way to the main tower structure.

<h2>What: The Bedford by Mosaic</h2>

<h2>Where: 16-30 Prospect Street,&nbsp;Kangaroo Point</h2>

<h2>Who: Mosaic Property Group</h2>

Bulletproof builder-developer, <a href="/developers/mosaic-property-group" target="">Mosaic Property Group</a>, has two new projects set to launch in Kangaroo Point.

The most impressive is <a href="/new-apartments/the-bedford-by-mosaic-16-30-prospect-street-kangaroo-point">The Bedford by Mosaic</a>, 128 apartments above a full-line Woolworths on a Prospect Street site that has been vacant for over three decades.

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Morris tweaked the plans they inherited from Woolworths' development arm Fabcot, bringing in <a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="">Cottee Parker</a> to revise the scheme to include more three and four-bedroom apartments.

The building will also have a gym on the podium level, with the majority of facilities, like a 20m pool, wellness space with sauna and ice plunge, golf simulator and kitchen and dining space, located on the rooftop.

<h2>What: 23-level tower, 126 apartments</h2>

<h2>Where: Linton Street, Kangaroo Point</h2>

<h2>Who: Mosaic Property Group</h2>

After The Bedford, Mosaic will no doubt be looking to take advantage of the boom around the Olympics precinct.

They have another site in Kangaroo Point, just one row back from The Gabba at <a href="/new-apartments/77-linton-street-kangaroo-point">77 Linton Street</a>, where they have approved plans for a 23-level, BDA Architecture-designed tower with 126 apartments.

They will be 80 two-bed and 46 three-bedroom apartments in the building that also borders Vulture Street.

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The level 24 rooftop will have a swimming&nbsp;pool, outdoor theatre area, barbecue areas, and a sauna.

BDA wrote in their planning documentation that the surrounding density of the "exceptional site" suggests it is the perfect location for the proposed development.

"The site’s prime location in close proximity to The Gabba Stadium provides an ideal opportunity to create long and short term accommodation options for sporting and entertainment events," BDA said.

In this article, we take a closer look at the what, the who, and the where of the best new apartment developments launching in Brisbane in 2025.

Brisbane's top five new apartment developments to go to market in 2025

The hot new apartment market in Palm Beach is set to receive another injection of luxury apartments in early 2025, with two recent approvals paving the way for more half and full-floor apartments near the beach.

Sydney-based developer <a href="/developers/chanine-developments">Chanine Developments</a> has been given the green light to develop its first project outside of New South Wales, while local developer <a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Macquarie York</a> has its sights set on launching <a href="/new-apartments/cirrus-palm-beach-1101-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach">Cirrus</a> after its recent approval.

Earlier this year Chanine Developments secured a prime site across 1407 Gold Coast Highway and 402-404 The Esplanade, swiftly filing plans for a boutique eight-level building with 15 half-floor apartments and a massive five-bedroom penthouse with a private rooftop pool.

Read more:&nbsp;Palm Beach: <a href="/news/qld/palm-beach-the-most-indemand-off-the-plan-apartment-market-on-the-gold-coast">The most indemand off the plan apartment market on the Gold Coast</a>

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Marwan&nbsp;Chanine&nbsp;said the vision&nbsp;is to bring the opulence of the Eastern Suburbs to&nbsp;<a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>, in both finishes and aesthetics.

"The team is consistently looking across the entire eastern seaboard, and we've always loved Queensland,"&nbsp;<a href="/developers/chanine-developments" target="">Chanine</a>&nbsp;said of their first project outside of New South Wales.

"We're not building anymore coastline, so there's always value on the water."

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Chanine has completed several developments across Sydney over the years, and is soon to launch a new project in Bellevue Hill, one of Sydney's most affluent suburbs.

The project is expected to hit the market in the first quarter of 2025.

Macquarie York is working toward an early 2025 launch of Cirrus, which also recently received approval from the Gold Coast City Council.

Cirrus is further south than the Chanine development, near the Palm Beach Surf Club and meeting the prestigous Jefferson Lane. It will comprise just 10 full-floor apartments and a two-level penthouse.

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Cirrus will also feature a level one recereation deck with a swimming pool and lounge area overlooking the ocean.

Macquarie York secured a height uplift for Cirrus, at 13 levels. Managing Director Roy Skaf highlighted the strong engagement from the Gold Coast City Council to get the project approved.

“I want to acknowledge the exceptional engagement from Gold Coast City Council Oﬃcers throughout the assessment process, and thank both the Planning &amp; Regulation Committee and Full Council for their overwhelming support of this landmark development," Skaf said.

"Their vision and support have been instrumental in bringing Cirrus to life.”

Macquarie York had Plus Architecture take the architectural lead for the development.

“Having experienced Plus Architecture’s design excellence capabilities on Nina Chevron Island and Sunset Residence in Surfers Paradise, we knew they could help us achieve something truly exceptional here," Skaf added.

"The result speaks for itself – Cirrus will be an iconic addition to Palm Beach’s skyline and sets new standards for sophisticated beachfront living on the Gold Coast.”

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Plus Director Danny Juric said they approached the&nbsp;project as an opportunity to demonstrate how design excellence can transform a site into an architectural landmark.

"Our collaborative process with Council, often involving real-time design refinements sketched during meetings, helped us create a building that not only maximises resident amenity but makes a genuine contribution to Palm Beach’s urban fabric.”

“The building’s form is deliberately shaped to maximise setbacks and optimise views, while its street level interface creates a welcoming presence that strengthens Palm Beach’s emerging village heart.”

Palm Beach has been one of the most searched suburbs on Urban since the pandemic hit in early 2020, and its popularity hasn't abated.&nbsp;

The problem has only been surrounding stock, rather than demand. Projects back in 2021 and 2022 flew off the shelves and quickly sold out, leaving buyers waiting for the next available development, which wasn't forthcoming as the market went through a cycle of developers buying sites and submitting applications.

Luke Reaby from site amalgamation specialists GV Property Group says record revenues in the off the plan sector have renewed developer confidence, especially in beachside areas, making luxury projects the most feasilbe to deliver

Palm Beach has been one of the most searched suburbs on Urban since the pandemic hit in early 2020, and its popularity hasn't abated

Two new luxury apartment developments coming to Palm Beach in early 2025

The <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> is set to see an exciting wave of new apartment developments completed in 2025, adding to the region's ever-growing skyline and reinforcing its reputation as one of Australia's most sought-after destinations for both investors and residents.

As demand for premium living spaces continues to rise, these seven new off the plan developments each offer a distinct style of living, ranging from island retreats and gated communities to absolute beachfront properties—and everything in between.

Several of these developments, marketed during and shortly after the pandemic, have attracted a significant portion of buyers from Sydney and Melbourne, many of whom plan to relocate to the Gold Coast upon completion or soon after.

In this article, we take a closer look at the what, the who, and the where of the best new developments completing on the Gold Coast in 2025.

<h2>What: Pipis</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;SIERA</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;303 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga QLD 4225</h3>

The best beachfront apartment development to complete next year is SIERA's <a href="/new-apartments/pipis-bilinga-303-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">Pipis</a> in <a href="/developments/bilinga-qld-4225">Bilinga</a>.

Just two half-floor apartments remain, not including the two-level penthouses which will be released to the market early next year.

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Pipis comprises just 17 apartments on the dress circle Golden Four Drive and will also feature&nbsp;a heated lap pool, gym, and sun lounge deck.&nbsp;

Around 65 per cent of the buyers so far have been from the Gold Coast and Brisbane, a mix of owner-occupiers, downsizers and investors, while 35 per cent have come from interstate, outside of Sydney and&nbsp;<a href="/developments/melbourne-vic" target="">Melbourne</a>.

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<a href="/builders/lps-group">LPS Group</a> has officially topped out Pipis, with the internal fit out coming soon which will see residents move in in early 2025.

<h2>What: Tapestry</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;SIERA</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;39 Darrambal Street, Chevron Island QLD 4217</h3>

<a href="/developers/siera">SIERA</a> is also working on <a href="/new-apartments/tapestry-chevron-island-39-darrambal-street-chevron-island">Tapestry</a> on Chevron Island, its debut Gold Coast apartment development.

The 22-level, <a href="/architects/bda-architecture">BDA</a>-designed tower comprises 113 apartments that have proven popular with downsizers and those from regional NSW and VIC.

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The rooftop is one of the best on the Gold Coast, with home to a private dining space and kitchen, which can be closed off, lounge and fire pit, yoga lawn, pool, spa and sundeck, barbecue and alfresco area, gym, sauna, steam room, and lounge area separated by extensive landscaping.

Tapestry was the first development SIERA took on in the Gold Coast, having spent several years building boutique townhouse developments in Brisbane's inner-ring.

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SIERA Founder Brent Thompson had been&nbsp;scoping out the Gold Coast market for 18 months before purchasing a prime 1500 sqm site on Darrambal Street.

On submitting plans for Tapestry in 2021, Thompson said&nbsp;<a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>&nbsp;has a "great local community".

"It's a tight-knit community, while being ideally located just a five-minute walk from the international tourist hub of Surfers Paradise."

SIERA's in-house construction team is delivering Tapestry, a 22-level tower with 113 apartments just off the Thomas Street retail strip.

"We have always built in-house, so it was really more about building a team of experienced high-rise staff to deliver Tapestry as we always have as builder/ developer," Thompson says.

<h2>What: Capri</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;Monaco Property Group</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;81 Salerno Street, Isle Of Capri QLD 4217</h3>

<a href="/new-townhouses/capri-villas-81-salerno-street-isle-of-capri">Capri</a> will be the only major townhouse development to be completed in the heart of the Gold Coast in 2025.

More like a luxury villa community rather than the traditional townhouse, Capri, named after its location on the Isle of Capri, is being built by Greyburn on behalf of developer <a href="/developers/monaco-property-group">Monaco Property Group</a>.

Construction is on track for completion in late 2025.&nbsp;

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The gated Capri comprises&nbsp;48 two and three-level villas designed by <a href="/architects/plus-architecture">Plus Architecture</a> and BDA Architecture.&nbsp;

The villas have been cleverly oriented around central resort-style amenities like a resort-style pool,&nbsp;barbecue area, and a lounge with a kitchen and fireplace.

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Capri is just a short walk from the cafes and shops of Capri on Via Roma.

So far the villas have been popular with empty nesters from nearby suburbs, as well as from interstate early retirees.

<h2>What: Lagoon</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;Drew Group</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;11 Cronin Avenue, Main Beach QLD 4217</h3>

Jon Drew's <a href="/developers/drew-group">Drew Group</a> is progressing well in its twin-tower Main Beach development, <a href="/new-apartments/lagoon-main-beach-11-23-cronin-avenue-main-beach">Lagoon Main Beach</a>.

The $390 million development is currently under construction by building giant <a href="/builders/hutchinson-builders">Hutchison's</a>, who are expecting a Q3 2025 completion.

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Lagoon is the largest development in the area in three decades with 259 apartments.&nbsp;

Designed by Plus Architecture, Lagoon boasts premium amenities, including a central pool oasis, fitness centre, yoga deck and a business hub.

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It's attracted a wide variety of buyers, given it has offered one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments since its launch.

Lagoon Main Beach is around 85 per cent sold.

<h2>What: Lune</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;Alroe Constructions</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;19-21 Rankin Parade, Main Beach QLD 4217</h3>

Another development that will also be completed in <a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a>, less than 600 metres from Lagoon, is&nbsp;<a href="/developers/alroe-constructions">Alroe</a>’s boutique development, Lune.

<a href="/new-apartments/lune-main-beach-19-21-rankin-parade-main-beach-qld-4217">Lune</a> is a low-rise project comprising six half-floor apartments, each with nearly 300 sqm of living space.&nbsp;

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Each villa-style apartment includes three ensuite bedrooms, expansive outdoor areas, and private pools for the ground-level apartments and penthouses.

Designed to provide a spacious, laid-back coastal lifestyle, Lune has already garnered strong local and interstate interest.

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Alroe's in-house construction company, <a href="/builders/alroe-constructions">Alroe Constructions</a>, is handling the build. Construction began in May 2024, with completion anticipated in mid-2025.&nbsp;

<h2>What: Yves</h2>

<h3>Who:&nbsp;Hirsch &amp; Faigen</h3>

<h3>Where:&nbsp;7-9 Mermaid Avenue, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218</h3>

The sold-out <a href="/new-apartments/yves-mermaid-beach-7-9-mermaid-avenue-mermaid-beach">Yves Mermaid Beach</a> is Melbourne developer <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch &amp; Faigen</a>'s third successful development on the Gold Coast. They debuted with Hemingway Palm Beach, before then completing Emerson in Kirra earlier this year.

Yves, their largest development on the Gold Coast, has 146 apartments across a 26-level building not far from the beach.

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They've had the same team throughout their Gold Coast journey, with <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> handling all the designs and Hutchinson's building each development

Hutchies is forecasting a mid-2025 completion of Yves, which features a&nbsp;gym, sauna, barbecue areas, and a rooftop lounge with ocean views.&nbsp;

In this article, we take a closer look at the what, the who, and the where of the best new developments completing on the Gold Coast in 2025

Gold Coast's top six new developments completing in 2025

Apartments don't get much closer to Brighton's Church Street, the famous retail and hospitality strip, than Adamson No.5, the recently unveiled apartment collection.

<a href="/new-apartments/adamson-no-5-5-adamson-street-brighton">Adamson No.5</a> comprises just 15 two, three and four-bedroom apartments ranging in price from $1,985,000 to the $6,475,000 penthouse that has its own private swimming pool.

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Construction of the Bayley Ward-designed development is already well underway, being carried out by the respected construction firm Sinjen Builders.

The apartments, which sit in landscaping by Paul Bangay, feature&nbsp;natural stone finishes, as well as premium Gaggenau appliances, Vintec wine fridges, and reeded glass features throughout.

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Adamson No.5, named after its location on Adamson Street, is just 300 metres from Church Street and its boutique shopping, high-end dining and essential services.

Future Adamson residents will also be just 350 metres from the Middle <a href="/developments/brighton-vic-3186">Brighton</a> Station, on the Sandringham line which is 24 minutes into the centre of Melbourne.

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Blair Property Group Director, Darren Blair, says living steps away from Church Street means having Brighton’s finest offerings right at your doorstep.

"From local cafés for morning coffee to world-class dining for evening outings, Adamson No.5 delivers a lifestyle of ease and elegance that is truly unparalleled.”

<a href="/builders/sinjen">Sinjen</a> is expected to complete Adamson No.5 in early 2026, with buyers moving in around Easter time.

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Sinjen is expected to complete Adamson No.5 in early 2026, with buyers moving in around Easter time

Adamson No.5 apartments launch with lure of Brighton's Church Street

Apartment developers in the Gold Coast are finding new, creative ways to differentiate themselves from competing projects, as new supply starts to flow through up and down the Coast.

Developer Big Projects brought in the renowned Sydney-based design studio YSG to craft the interiors for The Frederick, Big Projects' new Mermaid Beach project and YSG's first move into the multi-residential development space.

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It was a strategic move for Big Projects to bring in a Sydney eye to the development.

“Our role is to give our design partners the space and freedom to explore,” says Matt Barrett, Director of Big Projects.

“We wanted YSG Studio to capture the essence of Nobby’s, to design a building that embraces life, light and connection, while creating a genuine sense of place.”

There are only 39 apartments in The Frederick, including a striking beach house, just 100 metres from the booming Nobby Beach precinct.&nbsp;

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Yasmine Ghoniem, Director of YSG Studio, says their vision&nbsp;for The Frederick "reinvents coastal living."

“Nobby’s has such an iconic energy, it’s one of those rare pockets of the Gold Coast where the community, the beach, and the streets all feel connected,” Ghoniem says.

"Responding to the neighbouring coastline, soothing curves add a relaxing regional overlay, while unique detailing really sets it apart. It’s a place that feels lived in from the moment you step inside.”

A standout feature of The Frederick is its rooftop terrace, an uncommon inclusion for a boutique, low-rise building, where amenity is typically concentrated at ground level.

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Positioned to capture panoramic views from the hinterland to the ocean, the rooftop has been designed as a series of intimate zones. It includes a pool, sauna, sun decks, workspaces and dedicated entertaining areas.

“The rooftop was conceived as a collection of spaces where residents can unwind and connect, an extension of the Nobby’s lifestyle,” Barrett says.

Architecture for the project was led by Plus Architecture, with landscape design by LDG.

SRQ Projects Director Nick Clydsdale, who is handling sales at The Frederick, says the majority of enquiry is coming from South East QLD and Victorian buyers who have been actively searching between Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach for some time.

"They’ve reviewed a number of projects, however this one has stood out for its design flair/ appeal,"&nbsp;Clydsdale says.

Site demolition is slated for this month, with construction commencing soon after. Big Projects is targeting a late 2027 completion.

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Big Projects taps Sydney’s YSG for first multi-residential project at The Frederick Mermaid Beach

Melbourne-based property developer ALTA Property has this week achieved planning approval for the adaptive re-use of a former commercial tower into a $200 million, 169-apartment project at 10 Queens Road, one of the last developable sites along the Albert Park Lake-fronting boulevard.&nbsp;

Set within one of Melbourne’s most sought-after precincts and designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fraser-partners-0">Fraser and Partners</a>, the illustrious building will offer unparalleled views across Albert Park Lake, Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne CBD.&nbsp;

The mix of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom residences will be complemented by a ground-floor amenity featuring private dining, a lounge bar, gym and wellness spaces, co-working, outdoor communal gardens, and retail.&nbsp;

The 17-storey building is a masterclass in adaptive re-use, with the existing commercial building’s façade, shell and internal structure to be retained, before high-end residences are built from the ground up in a newly built Albert Park facing addition to the building.&nbsp;

Sitting atop the building will be two 320+sqm penthouses with private rooftop terraces, which are expected to be priced between $9 - $11 million.&nbsp;

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Architecturally, the building will feature a curved, geometric façade that celebrates and elevates the existing structure, with warm, muted tones which were selected to extend the materiality of the existing building rather than contrast it.&nbsp;

Interiors will bring together three metre high ceilings with waffle concrete in some spaces, natural timber, granite and Australian materials, culminating in crafted, generous and considered spaces that are defined by authenticity.&nbsp;

The adaptive re-use means that the Queens Road project will be a sustainability led, high-quality finished product, with a 62% saving in carbon emissions by re-using the existing structure rather than knocking it down and rebuilding.&nbsp;

ALTA Property was launched by Nigel Givoni in 2023, bringing over 25 years of experience in multi level residential delivery.&nbsp;

Melbourne’s property market growth is currently led by apartments. According to RPM VIC Apartments &amp; Townhomes Market Report (April 2026), units are outpacing houses, especially in the middle ring suburbs where median prices hit $757,500 – a four-year high that represents 2.9 percent growth quarter-on-quarter.&nbsp;

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For ALTA Property Founder Nigel Givoni, this performance speaks to the confidence he has in the Melbourne market.&nbsp;

“Queens Road represents a rare opportunity to continue to shape our presence in the Melbourne market.,"&nbsp;Givoni says.

"With a considered project team and a premier site along one of the city’s most sought-after boulevards, we look forward to contributing to the fabric of this established address.

“Other Australian markets are getting a lot of attention, but I believe the depth of value in Melbourne is being overlooked. The fundamentals are strong, population growth is steady and, based on our preliminary conversations with a leading builder, construction costs are beginning to normalise, creating further opportunity."

Givoni says the project is a&nbsp;highly considered example of adaptive re-use, delivering quality, high-end residences, premium hotel-inspired amenities and an architecturally striking façade, all achieved without the need to remove the existing structure.

"We are really looking forward to the market’s response,” he said.&nbsp;

ALTA Property to deliver $200 million Queens Road apartment tower

Construction is set to begin at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/orchard-mews-glen-iris-18-scott-grove-glen-iris-vic-3146">Orchard Mews</a> in Glen Iris, with&nbsp;PC Whitehall &amp; Sons&nbsp;now appointed as the townhome development moves into its next phase.

The development by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/montcoeur">MontCoeur</a>,&nbsp;located at 18 Scott Grove, is now around 30 per cent sold, with completion targeted for late-2027.

Orchard Mews comprises a curated collection of three- and four-bedroom customisable townhomes, positioned within one of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/glen-iris-vic-3146">Glen Iris</a>’ more tightly held residential streets. The low-density project has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a>, bringing together a team known for high-end residential projects across Melbourne.

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The development is defined by its focus on flexible living and long-term usability. Each residence includes multiple living zones and a customisable multipurpose room, allowing buyers to tailor spaces to suit changing needs, whether as a home office, additional bedroom, wellness area or entertainment space.

Architecturally, the townhomes emphasise natural light and spatial volume, with dual-aspect layouts and double-height living areas incorporated into the design. Interiors feature natural stone benchtops, premium appliances, and a neutral material palette intended to support everyday functionality rather than statement-driven finishes.

All residences are all-electric and include private lifts and secure double garages, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainability and future-focused housing in Melbourne’s established suburbs.

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Outdoor connections are also central to the offering, with a mix of private courtyards and terraces extending internal living spaces and integrating with the landscaped surrounds.

The Scott Grove address places Orchard Mews within close proximity to some of Melbourne’s key lifestyle and education amenities, including Scotch College, Sacré Cœur, Cabrini Hospital and the retail hub of Chadstone. Public transport access is also nearby, with trams and Gardiner Station providing connectivity to the CBD and surrounding suburbs.

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Construction to commence at luxury Glen Iris townhome project, Orchard Mews

A rare new apartment development has been proposed on the fringe of St Ives Village.

Developer Newquest Property has lodged plans for a low-rise apartment project designed by well-regarded architecture firm Warren &amp; Mahoney, which is best known for its work in the multi-residential sector in Melbourne.

The building, proposed for a 1,916 sqm site on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/st-ives-residences-3-5-memorial-avenue-nsw-2075">Memorial Avenue</a> opposite St Ives Village Green, has been designed to blend into the surrounding natural environment.

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“Drawing inspiration from the pale trunks and flowering canopies of the scribbly gums and blue gums prevalent in the area, a considered material palette was developed,” the architectural design report states.

“This palette references the established materiality of the suburb while elevating it through refined finishes to achieve a more luxurious architectural expression.”

Of the 33 apartments proposed, 21 will be three-bedroom residences. The remaining mix includes nine two-bedroom apartments, one one-bedroom apartment and two four-bedroom residences. The development will be supported by 62 car parking spaces and 33 secure bicycle spaces.

The proposal would replace two single-storey brick buildings currently on the site.

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St Ives remains a relatively untapped market for new apartment development. North Shore developer WINIM has a number of projects in the area, while INCA is nearing completion of Ellis Residences.

More recently, Traders In Purple has lodged plans for one of the denser projects proposed in the suburb, a 75-apartment development on a 5,900 sqm site on Cowan Road.

NewQuest, a construction, design and development firm, has delivered over 24 projects across commercial, residential, industrial, and lad markets.&nbsp;

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First look: NewQuest Property proposes new St Ives apartment development

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/centa-property-group">Centa Property Group</a> has achieved two major milestones at its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bilinga-house-107-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">Bilinga House</a> apartment development in the sought-after southern Gold Coast.

They've almost sold 50 per cent of the Golden Four Drive building, while at the same time announcing the commencement of construction through reputable builder Greyburn Construction.

The boutique 10-storey building, with 47 two- and three-bedroom apartments, now has a mid-to-late 2028 completion date.

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The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>-designed project is positioned just 200 metres from Bilinga Beach and brings a relatively rare apartment offering to a market that has seen limited new supply in recent years.

Residences have been designed to maximise natural light and ventilation, with open-plan interiors, generous glazing, and material palettes that reflect the surrounding coastal landscape.

Interiors incorporate engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, and custom joinery, with layouts designed to adapt to both permanent living and lock-and-leave use.

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Rothelowman Senior Project Leader Matthew Tencate said the design approach centres on liveability and community.

“Providing curated on-site amenities and communal spaces for residents that facilitate a sense of community, liveability, and wellness,” Tencate said.

Residents will have access to a suite of private amenities including a pool, gym, sauna, and communal alfresco areas, alongside practical features such as surfboard storage and bicycle facilities.

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Centa Property Group Director Jason Yuen said the project has been designed to appeal to a range of buyers seeking flexibility in how they use their property.

“Bilinga House is designed for those who want the best of both worlds – a modern beachside escape with the flexibility to generate income when you're not there,” Yuen said.

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Bilinga remains one of the quieter pockets of the Gold Coast, sitting between the more established hubs of Coolangatta and Palm Beach. Its appeal has strengthened in recent years, supported by proximity to the Gold Coast Airport and the Oceanway coastal path.

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