While Melbourne’s northern suburbs have seen measured, sustained growth in recent years, few pockets combine transport connectivity, green space, and everyday amenity quite as well as <a href="/developments/greensborough-vic-3088">Greensborough</a>.&nbsp;

Around 17 kilometres from the CBD, the suburb has long-held appeal for families and long-term residents drawn to its strong community infrastructure and established landscape.&nbsp;

Developer <a href="/developers/citinova">Citinova</a> recently delivered Albero apartments, aiming to combine three key lifestyle elements: modern apartment living, proximity to transport, and access to green open spaces.

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<a href="/buildings/albero-greensborough-4-poulter-avenue-greensborough">Albero</a> is positioned within walking distance of the Plenty River Trail and Poulter Reserve, placing natural amenity at the edge of daily life.&nbsp;

Kalparrin Gardens and Greensborough Park are also close by, offering access to expansive outdoor areas for both active recreation and quieter moments of reflection.

What distinguishes this location, however, is the balance it achieves between open space and service access. Greensborough Plaza, home to over 170 retailers, including major names like Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, and Chemist Warehouse, is less than 500 metres away.&nbsp;

Adjacent Main Street offers a localised retail and dining experience, with cafés, restaurants, and community institutions woven into the suburb’s walkable core.

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Public transport remains a core strength of the location. The redeveloped Greensborough Station, completed in 2022, is within short walking distance, linking residents to the broader Metro network and reducing dependency on car travel.&nbsp;

For those commuting by road, direct access to Greensborough Road and the Metropolitan Ring Road ensures broader connectivity across Melbourne’s north and east.

From an infrastructure and growth perspective, the area continues to benefit from public and private sector investment. Greensborough falls within a designated high-priority growth precinct, with projected population growth over the next two to five years supporting demand for additional housing stock, particularly for low-maintenance, well-situated dwellings.

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The suburb is well-serviced by educational institutions across all levels, including Greensborough College, Montmorency Secondary College, Greensborough Primary, and a number of preschools. This proximity makes the area particularly appealing to downsizers or multi-generational households looking to remain within a familiar community network.

Healthcare access is similarly convenient, with multiple general practices, specialist clinics, and physiotherapy providers within the immediate vicinity. Larger medical services, including Austin Hospital in Heidelberg, are a short drive away.

Albero’s one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments are ready for residents to move in.

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Joel Robinson

Albero in Greensborough brings walkability and green access to the fore

What lies within walking distance of a new home can make all the difference. Proximity to everyday essentials, lifestyle amenities, green spaces, and transport options plays a major role in buyer decision-making—and developers know it.

Back in 2007, a group of U.S. urban planners introduced Walk Score, a walkability index that assigns a numerical value from 0 to 100 to any street address across the U.S., Canada, and Australia. A score between 70 and 89 is considered “very walkable,” meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. A score above 90 earns the title of “Walker’s Paradise”—a location where residents can comfortably live car-free.

Stoneham Street in Stones Corner, Brisbane, boasts a Walk Score of 95—an exceptional rating that places it firmly in that “walker’s paradise” category. The strong walkability was a key factor in local developer DeMartini Fletcher’s decision to acquire a prime corner site for their latest project, <a href="/new-apartments/corner-house-stones-corner-18-stoneham-street-stones-corner-qld-4120">Corner House</a>.

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Construction is now underway on Corner House, a collection of 88 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. The development features a rooftop oasis complete with a resort-style pool, spa, sauna, ice bath, gym, yoga lawn, and a communal herb garden—perfectly complementing the active, wellness-focused lifestyle of Stones Corner residents.

Positioned between Woolloongabba and Greenslopes, Corner House’s location is one of its biggest selling points.

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Just moments away are two of the area’s biggest lifestyle drawcards: Hanlon Park—recently revitalised through a $21.5 million Brisbane City Council investment—and Stones Corner Village, a vibrant hub of cafés, restaurants, and specialty stores. Only one block from Corner House, the village vibe blends convenience with character.

Locals flock to favourites like Mourning Roast, The Smug Fig Kitchen &amp; Social, and Waho Café, while independent outlets such as Sonic Sherpa Records and Books@Stones bring a creative edge. Nearby ALDI and Paradise Market offer everyday grocery options, with boutique and thrift stores rounding out the village atmosphere.

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Just 500 metres away, Hanlon Park now features a nature-inspired adventure playground, extensive walking and cycling paths, and a meandering natural waterway.

Corner House also offers strong transport connectivity. Stones Corner and Buranda Train Stations are both close by, offering quick access to the Brisbane CBD in under 15 minutes. The Eastern Busway provides an efficient alternative for commuters, while the M3 Pacific Motorway ensures easy driving access across the city and beyond.

Following strong early interest, Slaite Projects is now selling the second release at Corner House. The development is expected to be completed in early 2028.

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Walkability drives demand at Stones Corner’s latest apartment development, Corner House

Yamba is one of those cherished holiday destinations that tugs at the heartstrings of every Australian who has visited. Nestled in the picturesque Clarence Valley, halfway between Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay, this coastal enclave has long captured the imagination of travellers.

There’s a romantic familiarity to Yamba — a nostalgic charm that draws people back. Many who holidayed here as children now return with their own families, often dreaming of retiring in the area or at least spending a significant part of their retirement soaking in its laid-back lifestyle.

Historically, Yamba's property market has catered primarily to families, with a strong bias toward standalone homes. Of the 2,800 dwellings in the town, over 75 per cent are separate houses. However, the modern downsizer is seeking something different — a low-maintenance lifestyle that doesn't sacrifice space or comfort. They want convenience and quality without the burden of maintaining large gardens or expansive homes.

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Recognising this shift, boutique Sydney developer <a href="/developers/cadmium-property-group">Cadmium Property</a> has stepped in to fill the gap. Known for their successful residential and commercial projects across some of Sydney’s most sought-after inner-ring suburbs, Cadmium has now launched <a href="/new-townhouses/the-grove-yamba-1-mulgi-street-yamba-nsw-2464">The Grove</a> — a limited collection of just 14 architecturally designed townhouses on Mulgi Street, adjacent to the Yamba Golf &amp; Country Club and just a short stroll from the heart of town.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, with interiors curated by Your Home Designs, The Grove blends sophisticated coastal living with practicality. The townhouses feature high-quality finishes and a calming neutral palette that mirrors the surrounding natural landscape. Each residence includes three spacious bedrooms and open-plan living areas that flow effortlessly into private outdoor zones. Select homes will even boast their own plunge pools — perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach or golf course.

As an optional add-on, Cadmium is offering internal lifts in each townhouse, connecting the two levels from the private garages — future-proofing the homes for generations to come.

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<a href="/project-marketer/ray-white-projects">Ray White Gold Coast</a> Head of Projects, Caitlin Rosenboom, says interest in The Grove is split between two types of owner-occupiers.

“There are the locals, who haven’t seen any development like this in their town before,” Rosenboom says. “Buying something before it’s built isn’t something locals here are familiar with. There’s a education piece involved in the buying process — a process that off the plan buyers in major capital cities have already been through.”

Rosenboom says there’s another cohort of owner-occupiers who are part investors.&nbsp;

“They’re planning to holiday-let the townhomes once they’re completed, while also using them for family getaways during school holidays. The returns are exceptionally good for those looking to rent them out short-term.”

Rosenboom adds that while some coastal communities in northern New South Wales have been overrun with tourists, traffic, and transient visitors, Yamba has retained its village and community charm.

“It feels like Byron Bay was 10 years ago,” Rosenboom says. “There’s been some gentrification and investment, but not too long ago this was a sleepy beachside town with just a local fish and chip shop. Now there are fresh food markets every week and a growing café and hospitality scene.”

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The Grove townhouses will be located just a short walk from the town centre, passing the Bowlo Sports &amp; Leisure and the Yamba Golf and Country Club.

Verdecon has been appointed as the builder for The Grove, with construction set to commence imminently.

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While some coastal communities in northern New South Wales have been overrun with tourists, Yamba has retained its village and community charm

The lure of Yamba: The holiday destination people want to live

Sydney’s harbourside suburbs have undergone rapid regeneration over the past five years

New developments are lining the harbour and the surrounding streets.

Pyrmont, one of Sydney’s most central harbourside suburbs, has been somewhat left behind in the new apartment development scene.

The suburb—just a bridge and waterway away from Darling Harbour and the heart of the Sydney CBD—hasn’t seen a new apartment development since the completion of Paragon of Pyrmont in 2021. That project primarily featured three- and four-bedroom apartments and luxury terraces.

<h2 data-end="896" data-start="862">Apartment Demand Remains Strong</h2>

Given that over 90 per cent of Pyrmont residents live in apartments, there’s a clear appetite for apartment living in the area.

A key reason for the lack of new development has been land scarcity. Pyrmont is a relatively small suburb compared to others along the harbour’s edge, leaving developers with few opportunities.

<h2 data-end="1255" data-start="1222">A Rare Development Opportunity</h2>

So when the chance to secure a large site in Pyrmont arose, developer Landream—known for Opera Residences at Circular Quay—acted quickly.

They acquired a 1.2-hectare block on Wattle Street from the City of Sydney in 2019, the same year the NSW Government announced the new $750 million Sydney Fish Market, just 300 metres from the development site.

After several years of planning to ensure the right fit for the prime site, Landream has now unveiled <a href="/new-apartments/pyrmont-place-14-26-wattle-street-pyrmont-nsw-2009">Pyrmont Place</a>: five buildings with 267 apartments, a swimming pool, a state-of-the-art gym, a commercial office tower, childcare facilities, and recreational centres.

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<h2 data-end="1929" data-start="1880">Perfectly Positioned on the Edge of the Action</h2>

While located next to the landmark Fish Market, Pyrmont Place sits on the very western edge of Pyrmont, bordering Ultimo—home of Broadway Shopping Centre—and Glebe, one of Sydney’s liveliest inner-west hubs for dining.

Pyrmont has a Walk Score of 92. (Suburbs scoring between 70 and 89 are considered “very walkable.”)

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<h2 data-end="2298" data-start="2252">Sydney’s Next Landmark: The New Fish Market</h2>

The closest major attraction is the new Fish Market, set to open sometime this year. It has been described as the most significant waterfront building in Sydney since the Opera House and will include a Southeast Asian diner by Luke Nguyen, along with a range of restaurants, retail outlets, seafood vendors, delis, wine merchants, and bakeries.

Wentworth Park, a multipurpose green space with sports fields and the Wentworth Park Greyhound Track, sits just across the road—ensuring unobstructed views due to the lack of developable space.

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<h2 data-end="2877" data-start="2841">A Connected Harbourside Lifestyle</h2>

A new Blackwattle Bay promenade will create a 15-kilometre continuous foreshore walk connecting Rozelle Bay to Woolloomooloo. Meanwhile, Pirrama Park, located toward the northern end of Pyrmont and just a 15-minute walk away, offers BBQ facilities, playgrounds, and views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Pyrmont’s well-established and popular dining scene includes renowned venues such as Sokyo, BLACK Bar &amp; Grill, and LuMi Dining—all within walking distance of Pyrmont Place and The Star casino, which sits on the edge of Darling Harbour and offers even more dining options.

<h2 data-end="3486" data-start="3455">Walk, Ride, or Ride the Rails</h2>

Those commuting from Pyrmont Place can enjoy a manageable 20-minute walk across Pyrmont Bridge into the CBD. The area is also bicycle-friendly, including the bridge itself.

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Pyrmont features its own light rail stop, connecting to Central Station and Dulwich Hill in the inner west. By 2030, it will also be connected to the expanded Sydney Metro line via a new station between Pyrmont Bridge Road and Union Street.

<h2 data-end="3934" data-start="3904">A One-of-a-Kind Opportunity</h2>

Given the scarcity of land in and around Pyrmont, Pyrmont Place is a rare offering that may not be replicated for many years to come.

Construction is expected to start later this year, with a stage completion in 2028.

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Given the scarcity of land in and around Pyrmont, Pyrmont Place is a rare offering that may not be replicated for many years to come

Pyrmont Place to fill gap in harbourside suburb apartment supply

The Gold Coast’s beachfront is on track to become the most connected coastal strip in the country.

The existing light rail system, known locally as the G:LINK, currently runs from Helensvale in the north down to Broadbeach South.

Stage three of the G:LINK will soon extend the line further south to Burleigh Heads, while stage four is set to continue the route all the way to Coolangatta and the Gold Coast Airport—a level of beachfront connectivity that even Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs can’t match.

As a result, suburbs like Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, and Bilinga are expected to become even more desirable than they already are, with improved public transport further boosting their appeal to both buyers and investors.

In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the most exciting new developments across the southern Gold Coast that will directly benefit from the upcoming G:LINK extensions.

<h2>What: ONE Burleigh Heads</h2>

<h3>Where: 88 The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220</h3>

<h3>Who: MAYD Group</h3>

MAYD Group's ultra-luxury ONE Burleigh development will be the closest to a new light rail stop when it is delivered.

Construction recently commenced on ONE Burleigh, which will be a stone's throw from the Second Avenue stop. It will comprise 16 full-floor apartments when it is completed in summer 2026.

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The development will also feature a spa, hot and cold plunge pools, sauna, steam room, and a grand lobby lounge.

Construction <a href="/news/qld/mayd-kicks-off-construction-of-ultra-luxury-one-burleigh-apartment-development-in-burleigh-heads?utm_source=Iterable&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=PROOF_CAMPAIGN_NAME&amp;csl=8d714fbbbefa50853681a54fae4f9af940f2dddf&amp;iterableEndUserId=8d714fbbbefa50853681a54fae4f9af940f2dddf&amp;iterableEmailCampaignId=-12345">is being undertaken</a> by MAYD in partnership with Formplus.

<h2>What: Burly Residences</h2>

<h3>Where: 264-268 The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220</h3>

<h3>Who: DD Living​</h3>

One kilometre north of ONE Burleigh is DD Living's <a href="/new-apartments/burly-residences-north-burleigh-264-268-the-esplanade-burleigh-heads">Burly Residences</a>, which will be just 300m from the Christine Avenue stop, the stop before Second Avenue.

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The 25-level beachfront development offers just over 100 luxury apartments and two full levels of facilities including several swimming pools, a gym with Peloton room, steam room, sauna, yoga and Pilates lounge, a private cinema, barbecue area, casual and formal dining, kitchen, teppanyaki bar, private office, executive lounge and a bar.

Legendary Japanese architect&nbsp;<a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects" target="">Koichi Takada</a>&nbsp;designed Burly Residences, and the interiors were handled by the equally regarded interior practice, MIM Design, led by design doyenne Miriam Fanning.

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Construction firm Gowdie Management Group has started the build phase of the $535 million apartment development on a prime beachfront site at The Esplanade.

<h2>What: Villea Palm Beach</h2>

<h3>Where: 26 Mawarra Street, Palm Beach QLD 4221​</h3>

<h3>Who: Abadeen Group​</h3>

<a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a>'s debut Gold Coast apartment development, Villea, due for completion later this year, will be 650 metres from the proposed Nineteenth Avenue light rail stop at the northern end of Palm Beach.

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Villea offers 69 two and three-bedroom north-facing apartments with views over Palm Beach and back to the hinterland.

<a href="/new-apartments/villea-palm-beach-26-mawarra-street-palm-beach-qld-4221">Villea</a> features resort-style amenities, including a pool, gym, and outdoor BBQ area, all within a short stroll to Palm Beach's pristine shoreline.

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The ground-floor precinct features a carefully curated selection of boutique retail spaces, great for grabbing a coffee or picking up local products.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/abadeen-finds-untapped-palm-beach-pocket-for-debut-gold-coast-apartment-development-villea">Abadeen finds untapped Palm Beach pocket for debut Gold Coast apartment development, Villea</a>

<h2>What: Pescado</h2>

<h3>Where: 228–230 Jefferson Lane, Palm Beach QLD 4221</h3>

<h3>Who: YLB Property Developments​</h3>

<a href="/new-apartments/pescado-palm-beach-228-230-jefferson-lane-palm-beach-qld-4221">Pescado</a>, one of the most popular developments on the Gold Coast right now because of its DJ developer DJ Fisher, will be 500m from the proposed Elevent Avenue light rail stop when the extension completes.

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The $50 million development, on the dress circle Jefferson Lane, is being developed by the Fishers' new development company, <a href="/developers/ylb-property-developments">YLB Property Developments</a>, and will home just seven ultra-luxury apartments designed by the Fishers and <a href="/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>.

The Fishers, who intend to retain the two-level penthouse, have already appointed Gold Coast construction company <a href="/builders/hnkn">HNKN</a> to build Pescado.

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Designed with an emphasis on wellness, functionality, and meaningful social spaces, Pescado features a resort-style pool, gym, cold plunge, BBQ, and dining areas, encouraging a balanced lifestyle.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/dj-fisher-launches-pescado-luxury-palm-beach-apartment-development">DJ Fisher launches Pescado, luxury Palm Beach apartment development</a>

<h2>What: Pipis Bilinga</h2>

<h3>Where: 303 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga QLD 4225</h3>

<h3>Who: Siera Property Group​</h3>

<a href="/new-apartments/pipis-bilinga-303-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">Pipis</a> is the only off the plan apartment development currently in market in <a href="/developments/bilinga-qld-4225">Bilinga</a>.

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The soon-to-be-completed building with 19 luxury apartments will be 500 metres&nbsp;from the proposed Boyd Street light rail stop.

Residents of PIPIS will have access to a range of private ground-floor amenities, including a 15-metre heated lap pool with a sun lounge deck, a fully equipped gym with rowing, biking, and reformer Pilates facilities, a dog wash station, an outdoor rain-head shower, and direct beachfront access.

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Developer <a href="/developers/siera">SIERA</a> has been working toward the completion of the luxury 11-level Golden Four Drive development. They are anticipating welcoming residents in mid-2025.

They recently released the penthouses atop Pipis, some of the best ever produced in Bilinga.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/pipis-penthouses-turn-heads-in-bilinga">PIPIS penthouses turn heads in Bilinga</a>

With the G:LINK light rail set to extend all the way to the Gold Coast Airport, suburbs like Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, and Bilinga are becoming some of the most connected—and desirable—beachfront locations in the country

The Southern Gold Coast is about to boom — here's why

Sorrento has long been one of Perth’s most sought-after coastal suburbs. This northern beachside location offers pristine shores, a vibrant marina lifestyle, and access to essential amenities—all just a 20-minute drive from the city.

The stretch of coastline from Hillarys to Marmion has remained a tightly held pocket, with few new developments brought to market in recent years. Seizing a once-in-a-generation opportunity was respected developer Megara, who secured a prime 5,777 sqm site fronting West Coast Drive—the closest street to the Sorrento sands—back in 2018.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/wa/the-unrepeatable-nature-of-ora-sorrento-apartments">The unrepeatable nature of Ora Sorrento apartments</a>

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Since then, Megara has been refining its vision in consultation with the Western Australian Department of Planning, aiming to sensitively introduce a new apartment development alongside an extensive retail precinct—much-needed in a location where housing stock has been limited.

The new development, <a href="/new-apartments/ora-sorrento-128-136-west-coast-drive-sorrento">Ora Sorrento</a>, will deliver 73 two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments, redefining beachside living in the area. Alongside its premium design, one of the strongest drawcards for buyers has been Ora’s exceptional location. While West Coast Drive runs for six kilometres—from Trigg in the south to Hillarys in the north—Ora is positioned in arguably one of the most desirable spots along the entire stretch.

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With an expansive frontage to West Coast Drive, many of the apartments offer uninterrupted, never-to-be-built-out views of the Indian Ocean. To the east, residences overlook the neighbouring Geneff Park, a 14-hectare green space featuring shaded lawns, walking paths, and a marine-themed playground designed to cater to toddlers through to older children.

Ora is located directly on Marmion Beach, just before it transitions into Sorrento Beach. The marina precinct, one of Perth’s most iconic lifestyle destinations, features restaurants such as The Breakwater and Ishka, boutique retail shopping, and the Rottnest Island ferry terminal. The marina also offers Ora Sorrento owners the convenience of docking their private boats just a short walk away.

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Beyond the coastline, Sorrento delivers everything needed for day-to-day living. The trendy Flora Terrace, with boutiques and cafes, is just a five-minute drive, while larger shopping and lifestyle hubs, including Westfield Whitford City and Karrinyup, are just 10 minutes away and cater to fashion, entertainment, and everyday essentials.

In addition to the outstanding local amenity, a cafe/restaurants is planned for the ground level, as well as a full suite of private resident facilities on the podium level at Ora. These include a heated ocean-view pool with cabanas, a gym with a sauna, a residents’ lounge, and even a wine cellar, all located on an exclusive residents’ deck. Plus, residents can also enjoy a game of bocce or practice their putting in the private landscaped courtyard area.&nbsp;

Construction on Ora is now underway with PACT Construction and is scheduled for completion in late 2026.

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In addition to the outstanding local amenity, a cafe/restaurants is planned for the ground level, as well as a full suite of private resident facilities on the podium level at Ora.

Beach one side, park the other: The unrivalled location of Ora Sorrento

The small Gold Coast suburb of <a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> has been one of Australia’s most in-demand locations for new apartments since 2020. Much of the suburb’s development has taken place— and continues to take place—along the Gold Coast Highway and just off the beachfront, where apartments are now achieving prices that would have seemed unthinkable just five years ago.

When Sydney-based developer <a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a>&nbsp;decided to introduce its luxury brand to the Gold Coast, it took a different approach. The group secured an amalgamated site on Mawarra Street, toward the northern end of Palm Beach and on the western side of the Gold Coast Highway. While not directly on the sand, the site is just 400 metres from the beach, allowing Abadeen to offer a broader mix of apartment configurations and price points—something rarely seen in a market where new apartments often start from $3 million.

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<a href="/new-apartments/villea-palm-beach">Villea</a>, Abadeen’s debut Gold Coast project, comprises just 69 two and three-bedroom apartments, priced from $995,000 to $2,715,000. Residents will enjoy the laid-back Palm Beach lifestyle—without the beachfront premium.

Now well advanced in construction and on track for completion before Christmas, Villea is located less than 400 metres from Palm Beach’s northern sands. Its position also places residents just a 10-minute walk from Tallebudgera Creek, the natural waterway dividing Palm Beach from Burleigh Heads.

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Affectionately known by locals as Tally Creek, this lifeguard-patrolled inlet is one of the Gold Coast’s most beloved family-friendly beaches. The calm, bay-like waters are ideal for swimming and paddleboarding, and there’s even a section of the sand designated as an off-leash dog area.

Just 600 metres from Villea is Canvas Palm Beach, one of the Gold Coast’s most popular cafés. Doubling as a boutique homewares store, Canvas serves breakfast, lunch, and drinks until 3pm daily.

While Palm Beach’s wider lifestyle offerings are a major drawcard, Abadeen has also prioritised on-site convenience. Villea will feature a ground-floor retail precinct, including a café and several yet-to-be-announced boutique retail tenancies, delivering everyday amenity right at residents’ doorstep.

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Connectivity will soon be another key advantage. The proposed Nineteenth Avenue light rail stop—part of the $4.4 billion G:Link extension—will be located just 650 metres from Villea’s entrance. Once complete, it will provide direct links south to Coolangatta and north through Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise, all the way to Helensvale.

Families are also showing strong interest in the project, thanks in part to Villea’s close proximity to Palm Beach State School, located just 300 metres away, as well as the large floorplans that range in size up to 163 sqm.

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Villea will also feature several resident-only facilities, from a resort-style swimming pool to a fully-equipped gym.

Builder Emicon is soon to top out the eight-level structure which was designed by local architecture firm BDA.

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Abadeen finds untapped Palm Beach pocket for debut Gold Coast apartment development, Villea

Seldom does an apartment development offer its residents both parkside living while also being within meters of significant transport connections and retail opportunities.

<a href="/buildings/irving-domain-box-hill-21-23-irving-avenue-box-hill-vic-3128">Irving Domain</a>, the newest apartment development in <a href="/developments/box-hill-vic-3128">Box Hill</a>, offers all three in abundance.

The new development on Irving Avenue, currently under construction and set for occupancy later this year, sits directly across the road from Box Hill Gardens, the largest park in the suburb, offering walking tracks, playgrounds, sports courts, and a one-kilometre running track around its boundary.

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While Box Hill is already well-connected to wider Melbourne, with Box Hill Station just a six-minute walk from Irving Domain, residents will be even closer to greater transport connections soon, with the new Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) station being built directly under the park opposite.

The SRL is a 26-kilometre underground rail network that will connect Box Hill to Cheltenham, integrating seamlessly with existing transport options and allowing residents at Irving Domain faster and more convenient travel across Melbourne.

With a direct link to Monash University in just 12 minutes, the rail loop will enhance Box Hill’s status as a major employment, education, and lifestyle precinct.

This major infrastructure project is expected to double job opportunities in the area by the 2050s and facilitate the development of thousands of new homes.

The project also includes new pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, a linear park on Whitehorse Road, and upgraded plazas, ensuring residents of Irving Domain benefit from improved accessibility and an enhanced urban environment.

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Box Hill is a suburb well known for its diversity, both in its population and its hospitality and retail offerings.

Box Hill Central, located just 500 meters south of Irving Domain, provides a diverse selection of shopping and dining experiences, particularly celebrated for its Asian cuisine. Highly-rated restaurants such as Zero Mode, Tang, and cafes like Second Wife, ae Melbourne, and The Penny Drop are within walking distance.

The area also boasts reputable educational institutions, including Box Hill Institute and Box Hill High School, and essential healthcare services, with Box Hill Hospital only two kilometers away.

Designed by <a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architecture</a>, Irving Domain offers one and two-bedroom apartments with high-quality interiors and functional layouts.

Residents will have access to a rooftop retreat with panoramic city views, complementing the natural greenery of Box Hill Gardens next door.

Construction is well advanced and is expected to complete in Q3 2025.

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Parkside and primed for growth: The strategic location of Irving Domain

Broadbeach has remained one of the most popular suburbs on Urban for the past four years, not just on the Gold Coast but nationally. The market has experienced growth at both ends, with one and two-bedroom apartments in high-density towers selling as quickly as luxury half and full-floor apartments.

No developer has had a greater impact on the <a href="/developments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach apartment market</a> than <a href="/developers/morris-property-group">Morris Property Group</a>. Patriarch Barry Morris moved into the Gold Coast development market nearly two decades ago when he delivered Verve. Now, Morris is working on its ninth and tenth developments in the suburb, having completed their eighth over the summer.

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The company is building at both ends of the market, with the recently completed <a href="/buildings/malo-broadbeach-8-jubilee-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Malo</a> offering just 16 half-floor apartments on Jubilee Avenue. Another higher-end project, <a href="/new-apartments/maison-broadbeach-22-chelsea-avenue-broadbeach">Maison</a>, is currently under construction just 600 meters away on Chelsea Avenue, with 21 full-floor apartments.

The largest project is located on the sought-after Armrick Avenue, where Morris is developing <a href="/new-apartments/crest-broadbeach-13-armrick-avenue-broadbeach">Crest</a>—a dual-tower project with 339 apartments. Crest was one of the most popular on Urban in 2024, with the majority of the first tower already spoken for. Morris’ in-house building team has already started construction, with completion expected in mid-2027.

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Sydney-based developer Iris Capital identified Broadbeach as the ideal suburb to break into the Queensland market. Iris Capital, led by billionaire hotelier Sam Arnaout, purchased the Niecion Plaza in 2021 and has since begun construction on the two towers development —<a href="/new-apartments/victoria-albert-broadbeach-20-albert-avenue-broadbeach">Victoria &amp; Albert</a>—that will replace the iconic commercial block. Iris is committed to honoring the site’s heritage, with a full retail precinct located beneath the 425 apartments.

"Choosing Broadbeach as the location for our V&amp;A project, in the vibrant heart of its dining and retail precinct, has allowed us to establish our brand with our first luxury venture into Queensland," Arnaout said. Iris launched the project in the middle of the pandemic, and of the first $200 million in sales, 80% went to interstate buyers.

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Colliers Residential Director David Higgins compares Broadbeach to one of Sydney’s most affluent harbour suburbs.

“Being from Sydney, I often think that Broadbeach is our Double Bay—with the dining, high-end retail, laneway cafes, beautiful Kurrawa parkland, the beach, and the unique amenities of Broadbeach, all within a five-minute walk,” he said.

Similar to Morris Property Group, Iris Capital is also using its own construction arm, Iris Built, to deliver Victoria &amp; Albert.

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More supply is coming to the Broadbeach market in 2025 to hopefully satisfy the ongoing demand. The only new development to launch in 2025 so far is Affinity Broadbeach, the second local project by joint venture partners <a href="/developers/amalgamated-property-group">Amalgamated Property Group</a> and Base Developments. Affinity, located on Chelsea Avenue, will comprise 180 apartments on the same street as Nikiforides Family Park, between Kurrawa Beach and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

The two and three-bedroom apartments across the 39-level glass tower will feature open-plan layouts, with sizes starting from 115 sqm for the two-bedroom apartments and 180 sqm for the three-bedroom apartments.

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<a href="/new-apartments/affinity-broadbeach-40-46-chelsea-avenue-broadbeach">Affinity</a> will also include a heated outdoor pool set amid extensive landscaping, a gym, sauna, yoga spaces, and several communal lounges and private dining areas for residents' use. Carly Cottam, CEO of MOTIV Group, which is handling sales, says Affinity stands out by offering an affordable luxury option, perfectly positioned near the beach and vibrant dining and retail precincts.

“With such strong off-market interest to date, it is clear that demand for premium residences remains robust. Whether seeking a lifestyle retreat, downsizing, or rightsizing, buyers are drawn to the seamless blend of convenience and elegance that Affinity provides.”

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Busy developer <a href="/developers/polycell-group">Polycell</a> has two new Broadbeach projects in the pipeline, following the success of its debut Gold Coast apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/the-rochester-broadbeach-143-surf-parade-broadbeach">The Rochester</a>. MOTIV has sold well over 80 percent of the 182 apartments in the 42-level building on Surf Parade.

More supply is coming to the Broadbeach market in 2025 to hopefully satisfy the ongoing demand

The Broadbeach new apartment boom, and what's in store for 2025

The Brisbane River has well and truly come alive. In the last decade there have been billions in new developments, both apartments and mixed-use precincts that have changed the face of the waterfront in the Queensland capital. The completion of the redevelopment of Howard Smith Wharves in 2019 was a key milestone. The 3.4 hectares of prime riverfront underneath the Story Bridge is now a vibrant hospitality hub with several restaurants, bars, hotels, and event spaces.

The riverfront had to wait another five years before the completion of Far East Consortium’s $3.6 billion mega-precinct, Queens Wharf. The huge 12-hectare precinct, a new landmark for Brisbane, is home to four new luxury hotels, over 50 new restaurants, bars and entertainment experiences, luxury retail, and a state-of-the-art event centre, home to Brisbane’s largest hotel ballroom. Between the resort’s four towers, 37 metres above street level, is a 12,000 sqm, open-air Leisure Deck will deliver a mixed-use space for hotel guests and the public. The Leisure Deck features an Event Deck, expansive lawn area for sunset picnics and exclusive resort amenities overlooking the city skyline.

While there’s now limited land on the northern side of the Story Bridge and on the fringe of the CBD, there is still significant opportunity down the river for more waterside development. Economic Development Queensland is undertaking the largest urban renewal project in the state, and arguably the country. They are creating Northshore, a new mixed-use community on 304 hectares of previously industrial port land at inner-city Hamilton. The 40-year development, which started 10 years ago, is estimated to cost $12 billion.

There will be around 14,000 new homes built over the next three decades that will home roughly 24,500 residents. Over 25,000 employees will call Northshore their place of work, with an innovation and technology precinct covering over eight hectares of the precinct. That will comprise commercial, retail, and clean industrial businesses. In December, Northshore’s central precinct achieved a 6 Star Green Star – Communities certified rating. Northshore will also play host to Brisbane Athletes’ Village for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Games.

While there have been major commercial developments that have driven huge economic boosts to Brisbane, the riverfront boom hasn’t been lost on some of states best new apartment developers. Don O’Rorke’s Consolidated Properties was quick to act back in 2021 when they snapped up the 1.5-hectare former ABC site on Coronation Drive in Toowong. The prime site, with 130m of waterfrontage, is also home to the heritage-listed Middenbury House, which is being restored as part of the new development, <a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a>. Monarch has been one of the best-selling developments across Brisbane in recent years, with nearly all of the apartments spoken for well before its late 2025 completion through Hutchinson Builders.

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Just a handful of penthouses remain in the two-tower project with nine of the 11 residences in the Penthouse Collection, which includes several riverside homes, snapped up in recent months. Predominantly local downsizers seized the opportunity, with an average sale price of $5.85 million. Colliers Director of Residential for Queensland, Andrew Scriven says the demand for Monarch’s top floors and unique River Homes has been incredibly strong, and the remaining penthouses will sell quickly.

"Since coming onto the market, the demand for these once-in-a-lifetime ultra-premium penthouse homes has been incredible," Scriven said.

"We’re continuing to see enquiry from local buyers as well as from out-of-state buyers. The level of interest in these homes speaks to the calibre and design of the Penthouse Collection."

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Consolidated Properties Group CEO and chairman Don O’Rorke says the development team’s vision was to deliver a super-premium residential project worthy of its unique north-facing location on the Brisbane River.

“The Monarch Residences penthouses offer unparalleled views, elegant design, and the kind of luxury living rarely seen in Brisbane,” O’Rorke said.

“Every apartment in the buildings is beautiful and in a class of its own – but with the penthouses, we’ve created a very small, exclusive set of residences that elevate themselves into a new class.”

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With Monarch nearly sold out, Brisbanites are now turning their attention to other opportunities to live by the river. The latest launch is in Teneriffe, where Kokoda Property Group—the developer behind The Ambrose and Ruby Ruby in Milton, as well as a major precinct project in Melbourne—has unveiled Teneriffe Banks (right and below). This development will be located on one of the last riverfront sites in the suburb, on Skyring Terrace.

Teneriffe Banks will feature five distinct, slender buildings housing over 200 residences, lofts, and penthouses, designed by Studio McCue, Cottee Parker Architects, and Carr. One of the buildings will house the first Kimpton Hotels &amp; Restaurants in Brisbane. The development will also offer an expansive commercial precinct, including more than 4,800 sqm of waterfront dining and retail space, as well as a redeveloped, purpose-built community centre.

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Before the official launch of Teneriffe Banks, there were $285 million worth of sales. Over half of the residences have already been sold in The Interloom and The Skyform buildings. The Interloom building connects the urban landscape with the waterfront, featuring up to 404 sqm luxury residences with soaring 3.8-metre ceilings and panoramic views. Perched above the soon-to-be-released Store House Lofts, The Skyform features more spacious apartments that offer up to 334 sqm of luxury living with four-metre ceilings and panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline.

Residents of Teneriffe Banks will enjoy resort-style amenities, with each building including private dining rooms, personal wellness spaces, mineral baths, infinity pools, and exclusive access to the Canopy Club, one of the largest private members’ clubs in Queensland. The Ferry Building, a smaller-scale building, and The Skyform, merges Teneriffe’s historic woolstores with contemporary apartment design. Each Ferry Building home incorporates a large, private courtyard as an extension of the living space, with higher floors offering large terraces to entertain from.

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Supply on the river looks like it will continue over the coming years. The next project to launch will come from national developer Traders in Purple. Late last year they secured the prized 1.25-hectare West End site from Crown Group and have <a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-traders-in-purple-plan-large-apartments-on-west-end-megasite">plans in with the Brisbane City Council</a> for around 130 apartments and 32 river and terraces homes designed by Rothelowman.

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Traders in Purple Director George Geagea said the size and location of the West End site presented a rare opportunity to create a remarkable lifestyle-focused destination just 4km from the Brisbane CBD. “We have long wanted to make our mark in Brisbane’s inner-city but we were prepared to wait until the right site came along.”

Another national developer, ICD Property, who is creating mixed-use towers in Adelaide and Sydney after a string of successful buildings in Melbourne, snared the well-known R&amp;F site on the West End riverfront. While they are yet to revise the plans, approval is there for seven towers with over 1000 apartments on the 1.68-hectare block. <a href="/news/qld/exclusive-icd-property-secures-riverfront-west-end-site-for-brisbanes-latest-multi-tower-precinct">ICD paid just under million</a> for the prime riverfront site that cost R&amp;F $82.5 million in 2015.

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Plans have also been submitted <a href="/news/qld/multi-tower-precinct-planned-for-south-brisbane-riverfront">on the site next door</a> by concrete supplier Heidelberg Materials. Heidelberg, formerly Hanson, is also seeking to develop a new riverside community, which just falls into the suburb of South Brisbane rather than West End. Heidelberg had global design firm fjcstudio draw up plans for a 1.3-hectare precinct that will comprise three 50-level residential buildings with 620 apartments, a food and beverage plaza, and a 5,400 sqm public park (right).

Brisbane is poised for continued growth, following its strongest market performance in nearly four decades in 2024. According to CoreLogic data, unit values in the city surged by more than 16 per cent last year, marking the highest annual return since 1988. With a robust pipeline of projects in the works, Brisbane is set to maintain its upward trajectory, positioning itself as a serious contender to Sydney’s dominance. Last year Brisbane surpassed Melbourne to become the second most expensive property market in the country.

Brisbane is poised for continued growth, following its strongest market performance in nearly four decades in 2024.

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