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During the leasing period of your property it is extremely important to always be reviewing the marketing, and also your asking rent. Little things can make a big difference, such as having good-quality photographs, including lifestyle photos. Showing prospective tenants the lifestyle a suburb or building can offer them can be a great selling factor. It is best to include a floor plan whenever possible. It’s no longer acceptable to have one photo as your marketing – people expect more nowadays, and how are you ever going to secure a tenant with minimal vacancy without implementing these simple ideas?
Your asking rent too must be reviewed and regularly. Look at what has become available in the area, what other styles of properties are you competing with – are they new, old, etc. Does your property manager make follow-up calls to all prospective tenants who attend their open for inspections or private inspections? What did they like about the property? What didn’t they like? This simple feedback is imperative information for all owners and property managers. If you don’t know there is a problem, how can you fix it?
After all your research you may realise the rent needs to be reduced. This can sometimes be a difficult conversation for some property managers to have, however you need to outline the true cost in the long term.
Isn’t it better to receive some rent rather than no rent? For example, if you are asking $400 per week but the going rate for similar properties appears to be $380 to $390 per week, by reducing your asking rent by $10 per week you will get $390 a week, a much better situation than receiving no income at all.
When you break it up further, that $10 per week equates to $44 per month, which in turn equates to $528 per year. The property would only need to remain vacant for another two weeks, and there goes another $800.As a Property Investor myself I know what I would do.
Leah Calnan is the director of <a title="Metro Property Management homepage" target="_blank" href="https://www.metropm.com.au">Metro Property Management</a> in Victoria and is the chairwoman of the REIV Property Management Chapter.
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Market your property well, and review your asking rent regularly

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Landlord insurance is like all the other insurance policies we have in our lives, and if you are like me when it comes to renewal time, you always wonder – do I really need it?
Well, as an investor myself I believe it’s a must. Circumstances can change, and the best tenancy can go pear-shaped. Combine that with the crazy weather the country has experienced during the past six to 12 months, and you would be mad not to have the right coverage in place.
Many owners often misunderstand the difference between landlord insurance and building insurance.  A building insurance policy covers the outside of the property and generally it includes public liability for common areas, such as the driveway, etc.
So the outside is covered, but what about the inside?
Landlord insurance has many aspects of cover.  Firstly it has contents, which includes the carpet, light fittings, blinds/curtains, the property’s appliances etc. (Now this "contents" is not to be confused with the contents owned by the tenant, of which they are responsible to cover if they so choose).
Contents is extremely important – remember the Queensland and Victorian floods?  Some of those investors didn’t have a policy in place and the out of pocket expenses will be enormous depending on the severity of the flood or water damage.
Or what about storm damage? Think about if a large gum tree falls in on your roof and the rain ruins the carpet throughout the house.  That's another example of where a landlord insurance policy would cover you.
The other major aspect of cover is loss of rent.  This provides owners with rental income up to X number of weeks.  The best policies on the market allow for 15 weeks loss of rent.  Loss of rent is payable to an owner when tenants stop paying the rent and are subsequently evicted from the property, when they up and leave overnight, in the event the property is not tenantable (i.e. due to flood, fire, etc.) or in the event your tenant dies.
Policies will also provide cover for malicious damage (not fair wear and tear), accidental damage, public liability and legal fees.
Like anything nowadays there are many different policies on the market to choose from. I have worked with some fantastic policies, but I have seen owners incur considerably out-of-pocket expenses due to taking out the wrong policy.
Now don’t forget to look at the excess payable on the policy you are looking at.  Watch out for those policies who charge anything greater than $300 for an excess.
Lastly, talk to your property manager – they work with these policies every day. They know how to lodge the claims, what documents to include, the questions the insurance company will ask and what the anticipated settlement and timeframe will be.
Leah Calnan is the director of <a style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; text-decoration: underline; color: #6888b1;" href="https://www.metropm.com.au" title="Metro Property Management homepage" target="_blank">Metro Property Management</a> in Victoria and is the chairwoman of the REIV Property Management Chapter.
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Yes, you really need landlord insurance

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Property management is a highly legislated industry, and in order to maintain your own professional credibility and that of the industry, all aspects need to be adhered to at all times.
The current legislation has been in force since 1997 and as times change, technology advances, the legislation too must keep up. In the coming 12 months, we should see a review to Victoria’s Residential Tenancies Act.
That being said, one aspect of the act still astounds me that is not followed and that relates to the refund of bond money.
When a tenant provides 28 days’ notice to vacate and vacates the property, a final inspection must be completed and the bond must be either refunded or an application made to VCAT (Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal) within 10 working days.
The normal practice should go something along the following lines:
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<li>Keys returned</li>
<li>Final inspection completed</li>
<li>Tenant advised of any concerns</li>
<li>Owner advised of any maintenance, repairs, etc.</li>
<li>Opportunity provided to the tenant to return to attend to any matters of concern</li>
<li>If the matter cannot be resolved then an application is made to VCAT to retain the tenants bond under section S417,418 &amp; 419 of the Residential Tenancies Act. </li>
<li>The property manager/agent/landlord is required to provide evidence of any damage, repairs, arrears that should be deducted from the tenants bond. Evidence means photographs, reports from tradespeople, invoices, quotes, condition report (entry and exit) and any other communication or documentation that may be relevant.</li>
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All this must be arranged and attended to within 10 working days of receiving possession of the property. Communication is the key. Don’t stop talking to the other party, because nine times out of 10 the matter can be negotiated before the VCAT hearing.
Failing to adhere to the legislation could result in fines.
It’s also extremely important that owners understand and receive education on things such as depreciation (and how it’s calculated), the length of a tenancy and most important of all “wear and tear”.  It’s unrealistic for either a property manager or landlord to go to VCAT seeking replacement or compensation of a carpet in a house when the carpet may be 15 years old – depreciation of the carpet must be taken into consideration.
It is not only our legal obligation as property managers, but it is also in everyone’s best interest to ensure that bond is dealt with as soon as possible.
Leah Calnan is the director of <a target="_blank" title="Metro Property Management homepage" href="https://www.metropm.com.au" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; text-decoration: underline; color: #6888b1;">Metro Property Management</a> in Victoria and is the chairwoman of the REIV Property Management Chapter.
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Bond refunds can be a sticking point

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Being a property manager is about much more than knowing the law and taking care of administration tasks. Property managers sometimes have to deal with uncomfortable, confronting scenarios, such as: what happens when one of your long-term tenants dies of old age and you are the one who finds him or her?  Whom do you notify? Is there a next of kin? What happens when there isn’t? What do you do with their belongings? Once the property is ready to be released, what are your legal obligations to the next prospective tenants? There are a lot of questions, and many of those answers are not covered by any act of government.
 Or perhaps a tenant has fallen so far behind on rent that an eviction is required. Although we have empathy for the tenants’ situation, we also have an understanding on the financial impact that late or no rent can bring to an owner's personal situation. Remember that although the rent is late, the bank is still looking for its mortgage payment.
 Both scenarios are situations confronted by property managers all the time, and you need to learn to deal with such stresses if you want to stay in the industry.
 Property management is a difficult industry to work in with its day-to-day challenges, so the key for owners is to find a property manager who has passion and enthusiasm and isn't afraid to say, "I love my job".
 Passion for property management is a must, and without it you might as well go and find another role. There are much less stressful and challenging careers out there. It’s a tough gig and does not suit everyone, but I must say – I love my career and wouldn’t do anything else!
Leah Calnan is the director of <a style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; text-decoration: underline; color: #6888b1;" target="_blank" title="Metro Property Management homepage" href="https://www.metropm.com.au">Metro Property Management</a> in Victoria and is the chairwoman of the REIV Property Management Chapter.
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It's not all by the book

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So you own an investment property or you are just about to buy one, and your friend says: “You don’t need a property manager – save yourself the money and do it yourself. Seriously, how hard can it be?”
It always makes me laugh when I hear such comments. I wonder if these people also do things such as change the brakes on their cars, or give themselves an annual health check-up. Property management is a professional field, and doing it yourself can cost you money, in addition to countless frustrating hours.
Let me give you a run-down of what a property manager might do in a typical week.
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<li>Photograph and market properties</li>
<li>Negotiate new leases and lease renewals between tenants and owners</li>
<li>Negotiate rent reviews and rent increases between tenants and owners</li>
<li>Counsel tenants who fall into arrears</li>
<li>Counsel owners during the tougher times of owning an investment property</li>
<li>Plan maintenance now and into the future</li>
<li>Understand the many different aspects of maintenance, including general repairs, insurance claims, warranty issues, building maintenance, etc.</li>
<li>Prepare and lodge landlord insurance claims</li>
<li>Understand the terms relating to landlord and building insurance policies</li>
<li>Offer financial assistance and planning for owners and tenants </li>
<li>Evict tenants who have failed to pay rent</li>
<li>Understand all relevant legislation – for example, you must know the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 and the VCAT Act &amp; Owners Corporation Act 2010 in Vicroria</li>
<li>Prepare notices and applications and present documents and cases within a tribunal or courtroom should disputes arise</li>
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I don’t know about you, but I think that’s a lot to know and deal with on a day-to-day basis. And after being in the industry for 17 years, I know there are some really poor property managers out there who would be lucky to return a telephone call let alone attend to half the items on the list above – but there are also some amazing property managers.
 
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So the next time you are out looking at employing a new property manager, find a great one. Don’t haggle over the difference in management fees, which is no more than the price of a cup of coffee a week. You will always find people who will do it for a cheaper price, and at the end of the day you get what you pay for.
Funnily enough, in the past two weeks, I have been referred clients who have been paying low management fees and are unhappy and frustrated with the lack of service they have been receiving
A great property manager will not only save you money in the long run, but will also make you money. Isn’t it worth paying that little bit extra?
 
Leah Calnan is the director of <a href="https://www.metropm.com.au" title="Metro Property Management homepage" target="_blank">Metro Property Management</a> in Victoria and is the chairwoman of the REIV Property Management Chapter.  
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No, you can't manage it yourself – or at least not well

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/consolidated-properties">Consolidated Properties Group</a> (CPG) is approaching the launch of its latest Brisbane riverfront development, Castile, on the dress circle Skyring Terrace in Newstead.

VIP buyers are now being engaged, with a full public sales launch coming later this year.

Positioned as the final opportunity to secure a new absolute riverfront residence on the East bank of Newstead, Teneriffe or New Farm, Castile at 47 Skyring Terrace has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> as a timeless addition to the Brisbane skyline.&nbsp;

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The name Castile draws on themes of permanence, sophistication and legacy, reflecting a broader vision centred on enduring architecture and timelessness in the rarest of riverfront positions.&nbsp;

CPG Chairman and CEO Don O’Rorke said the project had been envisioned as a future Brisbane icon.&nbsp;

“With 47 metres of direct river frontage and never to be built out views, 47 Skyring Terrace is the definitive address on the Brisbane River,” O’Rorke said.&nbsp;

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“Rather than following trend-based apartment design, Castile draws inspiration from Brisbane’s great heritage buildings, reinterpreting classical architecture into a contemporary riverfront landmark designed to stand proudly for the next 100 years,” he said.&nbsp;

The approved development will comprise 227 apartments across a 25-storey tower alongside a boutique six-storey riverfront building of just 12 residences.&nbsp;

Construction is scheduled to commence in September 2026.

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Joel Robinson

CPG unveils Castile Newstead ahead of upcoming sales launch

Australia’s online shopping habits have shifted dramatically over the last decade. As eCommerce volumes surged, so too did the frustrations that came with traditional parcel delivery: missed deliveries, long Post Office queues, parcel theft and the challenge of being home during business hours.

Australia Post’s Parcel Lockers emerged as one of the more practical responses to that changing consumer behaviour.

What started as a relatively niche delivery option has evolved into a nationwide network of more than 1,400 self-service Parcel Lockers positioned at train stations, shopping centres, supermarkets and Post Offices across the country. The system allows Australians to send, collect and return parcels 24 hours a day, fundamentally changing how many people interact with deliveries.

The appeal is relatively straightforward: flexibility.

Instead of waiting at home for a delivery driver or rushing to a Post Office before closing time, users can direct eligible parcels to a Parcel Locker location of their choice. Once the parcel arrives, Australia Post sends a notification with a collection code or QR access through the AusPost app, allowing customers to retrieve their package at any time within the collection window.

For apartment residents in particular, the system has become increasingly valuable.

Higher-density living has created logistical challenges around deliveries, especially in buildings without concierge services or secure parcel rooms. Missed deliveries are common, while parcel theft has become an increasing concern as online shopping volumes continue to rise.

Australia Post itself has repeatedly highlighted the growing issue of “porch pirates” during peak shopping periods, encouraging customers to use Parcel Lockers as a safer alternative to unattended home deliveries.

That security aspect is one of the key reasons the Australia Post Parcel Locker network has grown so rapidly.

Parcel Lockers are positioned as secure, monitored collection points that reduce the risk of theft while also improving delivery efficiency for Australia Post. Instead of multiple redelivery attempts, parcels can be consolidated into a single secure destination.

The Parcel Lockers themselves are free to use through a MyPost account and support a range of parcel sizes up to 16 kilograms and dimensions of approximately 35 x 44 x 61 centimetres.

Beyond receiving parcels, the system has increasingly become integrated into the broader eCommerce ecosystem.

Customers can now use Parcel Lockers to return online purchases, while retailers have embraced the model as a way to improve delivery success rates and reduce friction in the shopping process. Australia Post has actively expanded partnerships with major retailers and promoted Parcel Lockers as part of a broader out-of-home strategy.

The timing of that expansion aligns with broader changes in Australian shopping behaviour.

The acceleration of online retail during and after the pandemic placed enormous pressure on delivery infrastructure. Parcel volumes reached record highs, particularly during Black Friday and Christmas periods, with Australia Post delivering more than 100 million parcels during peak festive seasons.

That growth forced logistics providers to rethink the “last mile” of delivery, widely regarded as the most expensive and operationally difficult stage of the process.

Parcel Locker systems have increasingly been viewed as part of the long-term solution.

The concept itself is not unique to Australia. Parcel Locker networks have become common globally, particularly across Europe and Asia, where dense urban environments and apartment living create similar logistical challenges. But Australia’s geography and suburban sprawl made adoption slower initially.

Now, however, the convenience factor is driving mainstream usage.

For commuters, Parcel Lockers near train stations allow parcels to be collected on the way home from work. For apartment dwellers, they remove the uncertainty around access and missed deliveries.

The rise of the AusPost app has also streamlined the experience, centralising notifications, tracking and Parcel Locker access into a single platform. Australia Post has increasingly pushed customers toward app-based delivery management, partly as a way to combat phishing scams and fake delivery notifications, which have become more sophisticated in recent years.

The Parcel Locker model is also beginning to influence property development itself.

Parcel management has become a growing consideration in apartment building design, particularly as online shopping becomes embedded in everyday life. Many new residential developments are now incorporating dedicated parcel rooms or Parcel Locker systems into foyers and communal spaces.

For developers, parcel management is increasingly viewed as part of the broader resident amenity offering, alongside gyms, wellness spaces and communal work areas.

That reflects a wider evolution in how residential buildings are designed.

Apartment buyers are placing greater emphasis on convenience, security and operational functionality, particularly in higher-density urban environments. Parcel delivery, once considered a minor operational detail, has become an increasingly important part of that equation.

Australia Post’s Parcel Locker network sits at the centre of that behavioural shift.

What began as a simple alternative delivery option has evolved into a key piece of infrastructure supporting Australia’s growing eCommerce economy and changing urban lifestyles.

And as online shopping continues to expand, the role of Parcel Lockers is likely to become even more embedded in how Australians live, shop and receive goods.

How Australia Post Parcel Lockers changed parcel delivery convenience in Australia

Perth’s new apartment market recorded its strongest quarter of sales since Q4 2021, with 412 apartments sold in Q1 2026 and a record quarterly sold value of $537 million, according to Urbis’ latest Apartment Essentials results.

Urbis said the March quarter result reflects strong, highly product‑specific demand across both ends of the market, from more attainable projects delivering at scale, through to premium stock being absorbed by equity‑rich downsizers.&nbsp;

David Cresp, Partner at Urbis, said the key story in Perth is not demand, it is the market’s ability to convert demand into delivered housing.&nbsp;

“This is the strongest sales quarter since Q4 2021, and it reinforces that demand in Perth is real and it’s local,” David Cresp said. “But the task now is delivery, turning that demand into projects that can actually be built and completed.”&nbsp;

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<h2>Affordable product leads, premium demand remains resilient</h2>

Sales in Q1 were led by more affordable projects, with The Boulevard (SKS Group) recording 115 sales in the quarter, the presentation noting this is only the second time a single project has surpassed 100 quarterly sales. The project was able to offer more affordable housing product right next to a train station.&nbsp;

Palmyra West (Finbar) also delivered strong results with 28 sales in Q1, following 84 sales in Q4, with an average price of under $800,000, underscoring depth of demand for well‑located, attainable new stock.&nbsp;

At the premium end, Urbis said downsizer demand is continuing, with the results highlighting Romeo (Applecross, Finbar) recording 75 sales and reaching almost 50% sold in one quarter.

Jual (Shenton Park, Celsius Property) also posted a strong quarter with 28 sales, reaching 39% sold in one quarter.

Urbis noted that Perth apartment demand is not speculative, not investor‑led, and not uniform, describing it as localised, often equity‑driven and highly product‑specific, a pattern reflected in the polarisation between strong “attainable” performers and premium downsizer product.&nbsp;

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<h2>Prices underpinned by costs, and the delivery risk is growing</h2>

Urbis said pricing pressure is cost not demand‑driven: construction costs and delivery risk are now a central constraint, with the results noting build costs remain elevated and volatile, and that energy, fuel and labour uncertainty weigh on feasibility.

David Cresp said a growing challenge for private Build‑to‑Sell developers is simply securing a builder in the current environment.

“Developers are really feeling the pressure from a building market that was operating at capacity and securing a builder is challenging,” David Cresp said, adding that even where a builder can be secured, “trying to get to the price that makes the development financially viable is incredibly challenging in the current market.”&nbsp;

Urbis’ broader WA commentary also notes that industry remains at or above capacity with lot and housing creation, and that many builders are limiting new sales to manage stretched workforces and fixed‑price contract pressures, conditions that flow directly into apartment feasibility and delivery timing.

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<h2>Supply: improving later, but still constrained, and Perth lags eastern benchmarks</h2>

While near‑term supply remains constrained, Urbis’ forecast shows completions lifting “Supply is forecast to be back above 1,500 apartments per annum for the first time since 2019”, with 1,775 completions forecast for 2026, and volumes remaining above that level over the following years.&nbsp;

Looking further ahead, completions are forecast to reach 2,500 in 2028, with the report noting 32% of that total is social/affordable, reflecting the role of government‑supported delivery in rebuilding the pipeline.&nbsp;

However, Urbis said Perth remains behind comparable markets on pipeline scale. In a national comparison of projects under construction, the report shows under construction Perth Build‑to‑Sell (BTS) at 3,446 apartments versus the Gold Coast at 7,922. Mr Cresp said “The challenge for Perth is how to we grow the delivery pipeline”.

Urbis’ conclusion is that Perth’s market is increasingly defined by product discipline and delivery certainty, with the research identifying “delivery certainty is key” and calling out builder risk and procurement models as core success factors, alongside “timing and staging”.&nbsp;

Perth apartment sales hit strongest pace since late 2021 as builder capacity tightens

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sammut-developments">Sammut Group</a> has secured development approval for its latest Brisbane apartment project, marking the Sydney developer’s next step in expanding its Queensland pipeline following the success of its debut Gold Coast development, Coast.

The approved project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/44-glen-road-toowong-qld-4066">44 Glen Road, </a><a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> will deliver a 15-storey riverfront apartment building with 42 residences, significantly increasing the scale of the site’s previous approval for a smaller luxury scheme. Designed by Bureau^proberts, the development will comprise a mix of predominantly four-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments positioned to maximise Brisbane River and city views.

Sammut Director Julian Sammut said the group had been actively searching Brisbane for several years before identifying Toowong as the right fit.

“Brisbane was the right step for Sammut,” Sammut said.

“With the success of Coast we thought we should definitely look to do more in Queensland alone. We then pushed up to look at Brisbane. We've been looking for I'd say two to three years actually and it was hard to find the right location.”

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Sammut said suburbs including New Farm and Teneriffe were considered before the group ultimately focused on Toowong due to its strong downsizer demographic and limited supply of developable riverfront land.

The site was acquired off-market after what Sammut described as a lengthy negotiation and planning process, with the developer pursuing an uplift to the original approval.

“We are DA approved now which is very exciting,” Sammut said.

“We've had our change approval come through and we've obviously doubled the height, 15 storeys plus rooftop. We've got 42 amazing apartments that are going to be coming to market soon.”

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Bureau^proberts said the design responds to Toowong’s evolving urban character, balancing contemporary apartment living with the area’s established residential identity.

“A place where traditional Queensland living has taken place for centuries; Toowong is seeing a shift of contemporary influence, commercial and retail hubs mixed with well-considered residential offerings – all the while maintaining its character and charm,” the architect noted in planning documents submitted to Brisbane City Council.

The architecture practice said the project’s form was shaped by its riverfront setting, flood considerations, neighbouring building scales, and view corridors.

“They said the mix of four and two-bedroom apartments capture the ‘fundamental qualities of Queenslander living,’ translated into the context of a contemporary subtropical building.”

The development sits just off Coronation Drive within walking distance of Toowong’s retail precinct and the upgraded Regatta ferry terminal, while also benefiting from proximity to the incoming green bridge connection to West End. Sammut said the accessibility and amenity offering were central to the site’s appeal.

The approval adds to growing residential activity along the Toowong riverfront, joining nearby projects including Consolidated Properties’ Monarch Residences and Spyre Group’s ARC Residences.

Sammut secures approval for debut Brisbane apartment development in Toowong

Developer Lanevick is heading back into Sydney’s apartment market after focusing more heavily on the luxury townhouse and terrace sector in recent years.

Lanevick, founded and directed by Steve Maroun, is expecting to receive approval in the coming months for a new apartment development in Gladesville, with the aim to launch it to the market later this year.

The 51-apartment project, designed by Studio Johnston, will comprise a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments positioned toward the Hunters Hill downsizer market.

“Traditionally it’s been difficult for people in that market to downsize because there just hasn’t been the right product available,” Maroun said.

“We’re targeting buyers who might have 30 to 40 per cent of their house value sitting in the bank after downsizing.

“They still want good spacious entertaining areas, they still want quality design, but they also want flexibility and the ability to enjoy life a bit more after working hard for a long time.”

The project sits near Boronia Park and within close proximity to the Parramatta River foreshore, an area Maroun says offers more of a Hunters Hill lifestyle than a traditional apartment precinct.

“From a lifestyle perspective, it’s really more Hunters Hill than Gladesville,” Maroun said. “You’re close to the foreshore, close to parklands, and still connected back into the village precinct.”

From level four and above, apartments will capture water views&nbsp;toward Sydney Harbour. Communal amenity will include rooftop entertaining areas, wellness spaces, and a gym tailored toward owner-occupier buyers.

“We’ve really designed these apartments around that buyer coming from the Hunters Hill LGA and what they’re actually looking for in their next chapter.”

The proposed development has also been designed to respond to the changing character of the broader Gladesville town centre, where a growing number of mixed-use and residential proposals are expected to emerge over the coming years.

“Gladesville presented a rare opportunity to deliver a genuinely design-led residential project within an evolving lifestyle precinct, just moments from the growing Gladesville town centre, and we’ve approached the project with a strong focus on architecture, liveability and long-term community value,” Maroun said.

Maroun said Lanevick saw a first-mover advantage within the precinct as planning controls continue to evolve to accommodate greater housing density.

“We think there’s a real opportunity there that hasn’t really been serviced properly yet,” he said.

“There’s going to be a broader evolution of the whole Gladesville village precinct over time, particularly with more activation and mixed-use outcomes.”

The Venus Street proposal will include a commercial and retail component at ground level designed to contribute to that evolving streetscape activation.

“A big part of the thinking was how do you activate that area properly and create more vibrancy and amenity, which is what Hunters Hill has been looking for,” Maroun said.

Lanevick’s focus since 2020 has largely been on smaller-scale luxury townhouse and terrace developments. The developer recently completed Royale Randwick, also designed by Studio Johnston, where prices reached $3.65 million. The project was featured in the UDIA NSW 2026 Professional Development Prospectus and was also named a finalist for Development of the Year.

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