Luxury developer Fortis is mixing up their Newstead, Brisbane project.

Fortis, who operate across the luxury apartment and commercial markets in Sydney and Melbourne, had been tinkering with the <a href="/new-apartments/12-kyabra-street-newstead">Kyabra Street site</a> since they acquired it for $5.775 million in early 2022 when it came with approval for an 11-level timber officer tower.

In February they sought to change the design of the building to create something more inkeeping with local architecture.

But now those plans are likely to be moot, given the recently submitted plans for a bureau^proberts&nbsp;designed building with 65 apartments. The architecture firm suggested in the planning documents that the new proposal both better aligns with changing market conditions and the local architectural context.

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"The iconic form is a contribution to the future skyline of Brisbane and responds to the changing identity of its inner-city suburbs,"&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bureauproberts">bureau^proberts</a>&nbsp;noted in their design statement.

"Situated in an ‘inner city sustainable growth precinct’, 12 Kyabra St’s contribution of an increase in housing is in line with the precinct planning laid out by the Brisbane City Council."

They said the tower is anchored by a solid brick and masonry podium, softened by lush planting.

"The materiality pays homage to the iconic brick warehouses that define Newstead’s identity. This historical reference anchors the development in its context and provides a sense of recognizable identity to the streetscape."

The new 22-level tower will now house a mix of 54 two-bedroom and 11 three-bedroom apartments.

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Vertical greenery and strategic screening will provide privacy while offering views of the city and river.&nbsp;

The building’s profile is slightly angled to capture long-term view lines to the CBD and allow filtered light into the apartments.&nbsp;Residents will also be provided with a rooftop and outdoor space with views of the CBD and the Brisbane River.

Fortis, the development arm of funds manager Pallas Capital, is currently developing its first Brisbane development, on the water at Kangaroo Point.

<a href="/new-apartments/river-house-by-fortis-kangaroo-point-44-oconnell-street-kangaroo-point">River House by Fortis</a> features 14 full-floor apartments, each with 260 sqm of internal space, across a 14-level building on O'Connell Street.&nbsp;

In Melbourne they've been active too, <a href="/news/vic/fortis-launch-mixed-use-richmond-development-wiltshire-house">recently launching Wiltshire House in Richmond</a>.

Joel Robinson

First look exclusive: Fortis flick offices to apartments in Newstead 

TWT Property Group's transformative $1 billion-plus masterplan in St Leonards is set to get larger.

TWT, which has around 9,500 sqm in the heart of St Leonards, has submitted plans to the North Sydney Council for a 4210 sqm site encompassing&nbsp;55-69 Chandos Street and 71-89 Chandos Street, St Leonards.

They're padding out the precinct, initially dubbed The Collective but referred to in the recent documentation as TWT Village, with another two mixed-use buildings that will home 137 apartments above retail, hospitality, and commercial office space.

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<a href="/architects/smart-design-studio">Smart Design Studio</a> has put together plans for the two 11 and 12-level buildings, suggesting in their design statement that the large mixed-use sits within the evolving town centre of St Leonards and is a wonderful opportunity to create a distinctive and appealing architectural and urban response.

"Surrounded by greenery, the combined site will be framed by the proposed tree-lined Oxley Street linear public park and the new through-site-link which connects Chandos Street to the transport hubs of St Leonards."

The apartments on offer will be a mix of studio, one, two and three and four-bedroom apartments.

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The Design Verification Statement said that combining the two Chandos St sites&nbsp;offers significant benefit, providing the opportunity to address key issues at an urban scale, such as the best location for the north to south through-site-link and combined public domain benefits, as well as allowing a cohesive and considered approach to the architectural design of the buildings.

"A consistent approach to the architectural expression is established for a greatly improved urban outcome," the statement read.

"Combining what was originally four sites provides the opportunity to apply a more uniform approach to the design of the buildings to achieve a strong and appealing design outcome."

Ethos Urban says the TWT Village refers to a large landholding within St Leonards that is being delivered by TWT Global, whereby several different planning applications have been lodged and approved.

"Whilst all these proposals are capable of standing alone and can be addressed, constructed and operated independently from each other, it is anticipated that these buildings will become an interconnecting village."

Earlier this year <a href="/news/nsw/twt-appoint-westbourne-construction-to-build-first-stage-of-1-billion-st-leonards-masterplan-the-collective">TWT apppointed Westbourne Constructions</a> as the builder of the masterplan.

The inaugural phase of The Collective will introduce 93 residences with one to four-bedroom configurations. The low-density design has been created by Team2 Architects and will have interiors by DBI.

First look exclusive: TWT expand $1 billion St Leonards precinct

There's not too much more opportunity to develop in Rainbow Bay.

The popular area in <a href="/developments/coolangatta-qld-4225">Coolangatta</a>, named after the beach facing the famous surf break, has gone through a transformation in the last few years, with low-rise, 1960s buildings making way for new luxury apartment projects by several notable developers.

But Newmil Developments, run by Chris Newman and Mark Milton, has carved out 546 sqm on Eden Avenue, one row back from the beach, where they're planning a luxury owner-occupier building.

They've had Stuart Osman Building Design put the plans together for <a href="/new-apartments/dayana-on-eden-coolangatta-41-eden-avenue-coolangatta-qld-4225">Dayana on Eden</a>, just eight full-floor apartments across a nine-level, code-assessable building.

The six three-bedroom apartments offer around 220 sqm of internal living space, while the sole two-bedroom unit, on the ground-level, has 140 sqm and sits next to the communal resident pool.

The penthouse sprawls across two levels and has four bedrooms and a private rooftop terrace with a swimming pool.

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The Town Planning Report by HPC sugested the&nbsp;proposal delivers a high-quality residential development, that is responsive to its context and enhances the character of Rainbow Bay.

"The development optimises the site location in proximity to a range of community and social infrastructure and introduces a high-quality urban infill development which increases housing stock in the locality.

"The design compliments the subtropical, coastal nature of the area with design and serves to contribute to the built vernacular of the Coolangatta area."

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The building will place a two-level, three-unit brick walk up that had been in the same family since 1980 when it cost $125,000.

Eden Avenue is where Arium, the new development company of Sunland founders the Abedian's, is planning to turn the Greenmount Beach Hotel <a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-abedian-family-completely-redesign-greenmount-beach-hotel-redevelopment-in-coolangatta">into a two-tower project designed by 111 Studio</a>.

Eden Ave is just one row back from Marine Parade, where architect turned developer Joe Adsett is creating&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/rockpool-rainbow-bay-154-156-marine-parade-coolangatta">Rockpool Rainbow Bay</a>.

Eden Avenue is where Arium, the new development company of Sunland founders the Abedian's, is planning to turn the Greenmount Beach Hotel into a two-tower project designed by 111 Studio

First look: New full-floor apartments pitched for Rainbow Bay

An architecturally pleasing apartment building looks set for Southport's centre.

Plans have been filed by Option Group, the funds manager and property development firm run by the Sydney-based Paul Hanna, for a 10-level apartment development on a 1,416 sqm site at 44-46 Eugaree Street, a stone's throw from the centre of the Gold Coast suburb.

<a href="/architects/ferro-chow-architects">Ferro Chow Architecture</a>&nbsp;has designed the striking tower that will home 68 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

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The architecture of the building incorporates a high degree of articulation with recesses, curves, and a variety of materials and colours to achieve a visually appealing appearance that aims to integrate with the architectural character of Southport.

Ferro Chow said the design philosopohy of the project revolves around the concepts of modernity, timelessness, and elegance, with a strong emphasis on minimalism.

"The primary purpose of this project is to provide a contemporary living space that caters to the evolving needs of residents while seamlessly blending with the urban landscape and functional design, offering a high standard of living for its residents," the design statement by Ferro Chow Architects read.

"The design style of the apartment building is rooted in modern, timeless, and elegant architecture. The minimalist approach ensures a clean and uncluttered aesthetic, fostering a sense of tranquillity within the living spaces."

They said the building's facade is a standout feature, with a wavy design inspired by the natural elements of sand, timber and rocks.

"This design element not only provides visual interest but also breaks up the building’s mass, creating a dynamic and inviting appearance, and connecting it to the surrounding environment."

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Each level of the building will home eight apartments. The 68 units are split into&nbsp;25 one-bedrooms, 39 two-bedroom, and four three-bedrooms.

The apartments extend to private balconies, accessible from the living and dining areas.

Residents will have access to communal facilities, including a pool, BBQ area, sauna, gym, and a function room, while the&nbsp;ground floor will also offer landscaped open spaces.

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The Eugaree development will be located near Ellis Family Park, K Town Shopping Centre, various schools, and public transport options, including bus stops and the Nerang Street light rail station.

New off the plan apartment developments in <a href="/new-apartments/southport-qld-4215">Southport</a> have been few and far between. Apart from the $1 billion Imperial Square developmebt by Robert Badalotti's Azzura, the only new development in recent times has been <a href="/new-apartments/eden-garden-residences-20-bauer-street-southport">Eden Garden Residences</a>, the 54-apartment project that launched in late 2023.

mikah.m@urban.com.au

New apartments planned for Southport

Josh Foote's Ignite Projects is heading back to the Palm Beach sand, filing plans for its latest luxury beachfront project.

Having acquired a development-approved site a few months ago from GV Property Group, <a href="/developers/ignite-projects">Ignite</a>, who has had success on the <a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> beachfront previously with Cabana, has scaled back plans to be more in keeping with the Palm Beach beachfront.

Now on the desks of the Gold Coast City Council is <a href="/new-apartments/retreat-palm-beach-1177-jefferson-lane-palm-beach-qld-4221">Retreat Palm Beach</a>, a nine-level building by Plus Architecture with 36 apartments. There will be four two-bed apartments and 32 three-beds, 31 of which also have a multi-purpose room.

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Josh Foote told Urban the new project will follow the same blueprint as Cabana, 30 apartments up the road that was one of the fastest selling developments in the Gold Coast in 2021.

"Cabana was so well received, it would have been silly to not take the opportunity to recreate something similar when we know that market so well," he said.

"We've had Plus come in and create a facade that is something fresh and challenges convention a little compared to what's come before in the area."

One of the key focuses for Foote is on the communal area on the ground level.

"We want this space to become an urban retreat for residents, within the confines of the building.

"Of course one of the biggest drawcards will be the proximity to the beach, but we want this space to act as a retreat from the beach. "The design will evoke a Mediterranean day spa ambiance, characterised by organic and natural elements, featuring a sculpted lagoon pool and floating day beds."

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Much like several developers on the Gold Coast who are wanting to avoid any problems with construction, Foote will be bringing construction in-house for the new project.

"It's a matter of wanting to control the quality and delivery from concept to completion," Foote says, adding that they'll be ready to start construction in early 2025. Sales and marketing is expected to commence in Q3 2024, with the new development application code-assessable so it should fly through its approval process.

"We considered numerous elements before finalising the layout of the floor plans to ensure the best possible outcome,"&nbsp; Foote says.

"It ticks a lot of boxes for downsizers."

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GV Property Group's Luke Reaby says there aren't many more opportunities to create a project of the scale of this one, namely due to the fact the lack of supply coming to the market, as well as the ability to amalgamate a site of this size.

"We're in constant communication with every owner on the beachfront and Jefferson Lane and believe these sites will become more scarce everyday, especially four blocks in a row like this one," Reaby says.

"We sold the unit block then approached the neighbours to the north to make the site larger which has allowed for a better scheme to be put to Council."

Reaby says there were multiple offers from local developers, as well as a consortium of investors from the local area who looked at it as a landbanking opportunity.

Ignite is taking the wraps off its luxury Main Beach apartment development, The Monaco, just 24 half and full-floor apartments that sold out with an average sale price of $4.6 million.

Josh Foote told Urban the new project will follow the same blueprint as Cabana, 30 apartments up the road that was one of the fastest selling developments in the Gold Coast in 2021.

First look exclusive: Ignite Projects head back to Palm Beach beachfront with latest apartment development

Rafi Assouline's&nbsp;HSN Property Group&nbsp;is set to develop a striking new apartment development in Woollahra.

HSN, who has its own building arm, is seeking to develop a seven-level building at <a href="/new-apartments/370-edgecliff-road-edgecliff">370 Edgecliff Road</a>, a site that had previously been earmarked for a new development by TOGA.

The new $23 million development, near the Wolper Jewish Hospital and Matt Moran's The Chiswick, will comprise just 19 two and three-bedroom apartments, four of which will be reserved as affordable housing.

Currently on the site is a three-level, 16-apartment building.

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<a href="/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a>&nbsp;has drawn up the plans for the building that "aims to blend with the existing streetscape of Edgecliff Road, incorporating heritage-style elements with a contemporary approach characterised by a symmetrical design, grounded columns, natural stone and zinc for the façade to create a timeless aesthetic."

Designed to meet the needs of medium-sized families and downsizers from the local area, the north-facing apartments range from 105 sqm to 191 sqm.

The landscape design, by Danger Barin Smith, reflects the ecological character of Woollahra, using a mix of species to provide privacy and seasonal shading.&nbsp;

A concierge lobby will enhance residents' sense of community and security.

<a href="/developers/hsn-property-group">HSN Property Group</a> will also employ sustainable initiatives, including using energy-efficient appliances, and low-maintenance materials, and providing on-site facilities for recycling and rainwater reuse.&nbsp;

First look exclusive: HSN submit plans for $23 million Woollahra apartment development

Eastern Suburbs developer Orosi is taking on its largest project to date, filing plans for a new shoptop development in the gateway to Rose Bay.

It was last year that <a href="/developers/orosi">Orosi</a>, led by Founder and Managing Director Hamid Samavi, secured the vast 3,000 sqm site, a two year-long amalgamation of several lots over The Avenue, Old South Head Road and William Street. Now they've submitted plans to the Waverley Council for a mixed-use development that will be the biggest development Rose Bay has seen in years.

Samavi told Urban the vision is to create an iconic landmark that serves as a welcoming gateway to <a href="/developments/rose-bay-nsw-2029">Rose Bay</a>.

"<a href="/new-apartments/orosi-rose-bay-1-the-avenue-rose-bay">OROSI Rose Bay</a> will set a new benchmark for architecture and sustainability in The Eastern Suburbs, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and curated retail spaces, including a Kosher café, an organic restaurant, and Sydney’s most iconic wellness centre," Samavi said.

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The integrated developer, who serves as both the architect and builder of its projects, designed the building to offer 50 apartments spanning across a structure that ranges from four to five levels.

There will be 34 two-bedroom apartments and 16 three-bed apartments.

"The apartments are on the larger side, so they will suit a wide range of demographics, not just downsizers."

The building,&nbsp;across the road from the Royal Sydney Golf Club, will be divided into two adjacent, inter-connected buildings to reduce its overall bulk, setting back the development from The Avenue and William Street boundaries.

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OROSI Rose Bay will replace a mix of commercial and residential properties from the mid to late 20th century.

Urbis said the demolition of all structures within the subject site would provide the opportunity for a cohesive, contemporary new development that complements the surrounding streetscape.

"The proposal would revitalise the site with new opportunity for residential, commercial and retail spaces, and reactivate the Old South Head Road street frontage with a cafe, restaurant, and a modest commercial space," Urbis noted in their submission.

"The proposed new mixed-use development has been designed to be complementary to the existing character of the surrounding streetscape, including its height, built envelope, inclusion of greenery and landscaping, utilisation of the existing slope, colour palette and finishes."

Orosi's push for a bakery-style cafe stems from the site's long history of having a bakery presence, dating back over a century.

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Samavi said the bakery currently operating from the development site is the only kosher bakery in Sydney.

"We wanted to respect the context of the site and keep the same kosher bakery which has become an important part of Rose Bay," Samavi added.

Orosi's largest development to date was in Bellevue Hill where they created a 25-apartment development on Bellevue Road. Their most recent completion was of Orosi South Cronulla, a collection of 18 luxury apartments, while currently they're developing a boutique building of just 11 apartments in Randwick.

"To us, luxury is not just about natural marble and exquisite finishes,"&nbsp;Samavi said.

"We put a great deal of effort into sustainability, achieved through the passive design of the building to minimise energy consumption. This includes provisions such as double-glazed windows, UV-protected glass, proper insulation for the walls, and airtight joints for windows and walls, among other features.

"Additionally, each unit is equipped with a heat exchanger to ensure proper cross-ventilation at all times, thereby preventing any mould formation within the units. Thermal comfort and air quality is a priority for us, impacting residents as significantly as the quality of the finishes."

The building, across the road from the Royal Sydney Golf Club, will be divided into two adjacent, inter-connected buildings to reduce its overall bulk, setting back the development from The Avenue and William Street boundaries

First look exclusive: Orosi plan Rose Bay shoptop on key gateway site

Neutrla Bay village is set for a new shoptop housing development with the approval of a mixed-use building on the corner of two of the village's most active streets.

<a href="/builders/eastview">Eastview</a> has received approval for the $24 million mixed-use residential and commercial development at 165 Military Road, on a prime 762 sqm site on the corner of Military and Wycombe Road.

The project, designed by <a href="/architects/ae-design-partnership">AE Design Partnership</a>&nbsp;and Embece, is a six-storey building with 21 apartments across levels two to five.

The unit mix will consist of 11 two-bedroom apartments, four two-bedroom apartments with additional study spaces, four three-bedroom apartments, and two three-bedroom penthouses.

The ground floor will include two retail tenancies making up a total retail area of 384 sqm.

The development also provides three levels of basement parking for 25 car spaces, four motorbike spaces, and bicycle spaces located within the resident storage area.

The strategic location at the intersection of Wycombe Road and Military Road places the development within a 400-metre walking distance of key local amenities, including&nbsp;<a href="/developments/neutral-bay-nsw-2089">Neutral Bay</a>&nbsp;Public School and Redlands Seniors School.&nbsp;

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The proposal was initially refused in 2022 before it was recently given the greenlight by the Land and Environment Court.

<h2>Development Snapshot</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Six-level shoptop housing comprising;
	<ul>
		<li>Two ground-level retail tenancies</li>
		<li>21 apartments comprising;
		<ul>
			<li>11x 2 bedroom apartments;</li>
			<li>4x 2 bedroom + study apartments;</li>
			<li>4x 3 bedroom apartments</li>
			<li>2x 3 bedroom penthouses.</li>
		</ul>
		</li>
		<li>Three levels of basement parking comprising;
		<ul>
			<li>25 car spaces</li>
			<li>4 motorbike spaces</li>
			<li>bicycle spaces located within resident storage area.</li>
		</ul>
		</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

Eastview receives approval for $24 million mixed-use development in Neutral Bay

Hawthorn East is set to welcome a rare new apartment development with plans submitted to the Booroondora Council for a mixed-use building at 775 Toorak Road.

The $4.5 million plans, put forward by&nbsp;development management firm&nbsp;<a href="/developers/gaage-developments">GAAGE Developments</a>, are for a new six-level building with 22 one, two and three-bedroom apartments above two street-level retail spaces and one office tenancy.

The new building will replace a single-level, red brick home that dates back to the early 1960s, as well as two outbuildings.

Kings Lane Architects has designed the building with a combination of render and textured ribbed concrete finish, neutral earthy tones and extensive glazing.

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There will be five dwellings on each of the first to fourth floors, designed to optimise daylight access.&nbsp;

The sixth floor will house two larger apartments: a two-bedroom unit with a south-facing balcony and a three-bedroom plus study unit with a northeast-facing balcony.&nbsp;

The rooftop will offer a 94 sqm communal open space.

The development will also feature three commercial tenancies on the ground floor, two with frontages on Toorak Road and one accessed from the building’s central core.&nbsp;

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Parking will be provided in a two-level basement, accommodating up to 34 vehicles, including two visitor spaces, through a mix of single spaces and double vehicle stackers.&nbsp;

The basement will also include individual storage lockers for residents and a bicycle parking room with space for 26 bicycles using a Ned Kelly rack storage system.

Residents will have easy access to nearby local amenities, including Cato Park and Gardiners Creek Trail within a 300-metre radius, and several educational institutions such as Balwyn College, Auburn High School, and Auburn Primary School within 800 metres north of the <a href="/developments/hawthorn-east-vic-3123">Hawthorn East</a>&nbsp;project.&nbsp;

First look: New apartments set for Toorak Road, Hawthorn East

Most of the new apartment developments in the Southern Gold Coast's sought-after pocket of Palm Beach have been beachfront or beachside luxury.

The latest plans, by a private Melbourne-based developer, will likely offer something a little more pricepointed than what's currently on the market.

Still catering for the owner-occupier with the majority of three-bed apartments, the project, dubbed Tarni due to its location at 1 Tarni Avenue, sits on the western and non-beachside side of the Gold Coast Highway. The 792 sqm site, on the corner of Tarni Avenue and Twenty Eighth Avenue, is nearer to Tallebudgera Creek.

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ByCulprit has pulled together the designs for the eight-level building, suggesting the creek, ocean coastlines and coves were the inspiration to create the architectural facade.

They said their design thinking was to "create an organic, jagged base with crushed rocks with soft off-white planes floating above wrapping down to mimic the ocean waves and its sculpted ability."

They "pinched" the building to create view corridors from each corner of the building while also creating "coves", private, protected balconies that can take in the views and create shade.

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There will 23 apartments in total, a sole one-bedroom unit, six two-bedrooms, and 16 three-bedroom apartments. They will sit above two basement levels and a ground level with 45 parking spaces and 23 bicycle spaces.

Also on the ground level will be a swimming pool, wet deck with daybeds, and a gym.

The new project will opposite The Tally, the recently completed 45-apartment building by MVGS Properties at 14-18 Twenty Eighth Avenue.

Palm Beach has been the most popular spot on the Gold Coast since the pandemic. Off the plan apartment developments flew off the shelves, and there wasn't enough stock to keep up with demand.

Now the focus is mainly on the beach, where the likes of <a href="/news/qld/mosaic-secures-beachfront-palm-beach-site-for-latest-luxury-apartment-development">Mosaic</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-ignite-projects-line-up-next-luxury-palm-beach-apartment-development">Ignite Projects</a>&nbsp;and <a href="/news/qld/5point-doubledown-in-palm-beach-with-15-6-million-beachfront-acquisition">5Point</a>&nbsp;recently secured sites. Marquee has launched <a href="/new-apartments/la-belle-palm-beach-332-the-esplanade-palm-beach">La Belle Palm Beach</a>, earlier this year and <a href="/news/qld/marquee-net-100-million-in-sales-at-la-belle-palm-beach-apartment-development">secured $100 million in sales</a> within the first few weeks of launching, making it the city’s fastest-selling project of 2024.

So far sales prices have ranged from $2.5 million to $7 million.

Sherpa is just off the beach at their under-construction development <a href="/new-apartments/perspective-nexus">Perspective Nexus</a> which is already over 50 per cent sold having been on the market for only a few months. Sherpa also recently announced a <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-secure-three-new-palm-beach-sites-for-next-gold-coast-apartment-development">new site purchase</a>&nbsp;locally, at 8-12 Sixth Avenue.

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