The name of the suburb Sorrento, on Perth's stunning coastline, is believed to be inspired by the Italian town overlooking the Bay of Naples. It’s easy to see why—both places share incredible ocean views, beautiful beaches, and scenic walking trails.

What sets <a href="/developments/sorrento-wa-6020">Sorrento</a> in Perth apart, however, is something the Italian town doesn’t have: a brand-new apartment development. Apartments are a rare find in the beachside Perth locale, making up only about five percent of the suburb’s 3,000 or so homes. That’s what makes Megara’s Ora Sorrento such a unique opportunity for those wanting a modern, low-maintenance apartment by the coast.

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With such limited supply, the potential for strong long-term value growth is clear. <a href="/new-apartments/ora-sorrento-128-136-west-coast-drive-sorrento">Ora Sorrento</a>, currently under construction by Thomas Building, will offer 73 apartments when it’s completed in late 2026.

The award-winning MJA Studio took inspiration from Ora’s prime location, right across from Marmion and Sorrento Beaches. The design reflects the natural beauty of the coastline, with organic curves and high-quality finishes throughout both the exterior and interiors.

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Ora will feature a mix of spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, plus the exclusive Cascade Collection of multi-level, three and four-bedroom penthouses. The design embraces a ‘barefoot luxury’ style, combining top-tier finishes with a laid-back, coastal vibe.

The open-plan layouts at Ora Sorrento are designed to maximise space and natural light, with kitchens featuring premium V-ZUG appliances and Astra Walker fixtures. In the larger apartments, the master suites include walk-through wardrobes that lead to private ensuites with double vanities.

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Residents will enjoy an impressive range of resort-style amenities, including a private residents’ deck with a heated pool, cabanas, a sauna, steam room and a gym. There’s also a dedicated lounge with a kitchen and dining area, perfect for entertaining, while a wine cellar provides a cosy setting for tastings and secure storage.

Conveniently located just minutes from Seacrest Shopping Centre, the Flora Terrace Strip, Hillarys Boat Harbour, and Sorrento Quay, Ora offers easy access to a variety of dining, retail, and recreational options. Families will appreciate nearby schools like Sacred Heart College and Sorrento Primary School, the only two schools in the suburb.

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Ora is currently under construction, with construction expected in 2026.

<a href="/developers/megara">Megara</a> has a strong track record, having been developing across Perth since 2006. They are currently developing <a href="/new-apartments/serai-north-fremantle-21-mccabe-street-north-fremantle">Serai</a>, one of the few new developments in <a href="/developments/north-fremantle-wa-6159">North Fremantle</a>.

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The award-winning MJA Studio took inspiration from Ora’s prime location, right across from Marmion and Sorrento Beaches

Joel Robinson

The unrepeatable nature of Ora Sorrento apartments

The opening of Reddam House North Shore, one of Australia's most prestigious schools, is set to attract families to the heart of North Sydney as the area continues to thrive.

Located on McLaren Street, just a short walk from the newly opened Victoria Cross station on the expanded Sydney Metro, Reddam House North Shore offers a prime location for students and their families.

The school’s first-year enrolment has already reached full capacity, highlighting the high demand for premium private education in Sydney, especially in the northern suburbs. With ongoing growth expected, Reddam House North Shore plans to accommodate up to 1,350 students, solidifying its position as a leading educational institution in the region.

Spanning over 9,000 sqm, the school features state-of-the-art facilities, including science labs, multiple libraries, an auditorium, and fully equipped arts, dance, drama, and music studios. Additionally, the school boasts a dedicated VR classroom, introducing the Inspired Metaverse experience.

Reddam House caters to students from ages one to 18, providing a comprehensive education from early childhood through to senior school.

Taking full advantage of its proximity to Reddam House North Shore is <a href="/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a>, the recently completed luxury apartment development. Located directly across the street from the school, AURA is one of the few new apartment buildings in North Sydney. Its larger apartments are perfect for families with busy parents who work locally or in the CBD and seek the convenience of living near a top-tier private school before heading to the office.

Several residents at AURA have already secured their enrolment at Reddam.

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Reddam House is also not the only exclusive school in proximity to AURA. Directly behind the building is&nbsp;Wenona School, an independent, secular day and boarding school for girls, offering junior and middle school through to college.

Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College is another independent girls' school, only five minutes from AURA by&nbsp;Aqualand. Monte is the oldest independent girls' school on Sydney's North Shore. It is a Roman Catholic single-sex secondary day school for girls years 7-12 founded by Sisters of Mercy in 1875.&nbsp;

Two academically selective secondary day schools nearby are the government-funded North Sydney Boys High School and North Sydney Girls High School, known for their rigorous admissions process and academic excellence.

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On top of the excellent schooling matched with the proximity of schools, AURA is also just a short walk to St Leonards Park, a popular spot for families.

The 15-hectare park has a custom kids playground, barbecue areas, and large expanses of open lawn space perfect for children. The park is also home to the famous <a href="/developments/north-sydney-nsw-2060">North Sydney</a> Oval, the Bon Andrews Oval and Cunningham Pavilion, as well as netball courts, cricket nets, and bowling greens. The North Sydney Oval complex also has commercial and retail outlets, as well as a childcare centre.

Less than a 20-minute walk from the front doors of AURA by&nbsp;<a href="/developers/aqualand-australia" target="">Aqualand</a>&nbsp;is also Forsyth Park and&nbsp;Anderson Park, the latter not far from&nbsp;<a href="/developments/neutral-bay-nsw-2089">Neutral Bay</a>&nbsp;village.

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While the location of AURA is ideal for families, Aqualand placed a strong emphasis on designing spacious living areas to accommodate their needs.

In collaboration with the architecture firm Woods Bagot, Aqualand revised the building's design, reducing the number of apartments from 448 to 386 to allow for larger living spaces. As a result, AURA’s apartments significantly exceed North Sydney Council’s minimum building requirements.

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While the typical two-bedroom apartment in the area is 80 sqm, AURA’s two-bedroom apartments are 95 sqm, plus a wintergarden, bringing their total area to well over 100 sqm. Many of the apartments also feature a multi-purpose room that can be adapted as a media room, home office, or kids' living area and homework space.

AURA by Aqualand apartments are now complete and ready for immediate move-in.

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Reddam House North Shore opening to lure families to North Sydney

Residents will soon move into&nbsp;Madeline, the newest off the plan apartment development in Melbourne's Moorabbin.

<a href="/buildings/madeline-moorabbin-19-23-central-avenue-moorabbin">Madeline</a>&nbsp;will home just 44 two and three-bedroom apartments on its completion on Central Avenue, in the heart of the&nbsp;<a href="/developments/moorabbin-vic-3189">Moorabbin</a> Activity Centre.

The four-level has been designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/via-architects">Via Architects</a>&nbsp;and OFFERS a striking street presence with a&nbsp;modernist brick façade and monochromatic palette, softened by greenery.

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The apartments are designed to maximize natural light, featuring floor-to-ceiling, double-glazed glass sliding doors. Neutral tones and rich walnut timber accents enhance the sense of brightness and spaciousness.

The open-plan living and dining areas seamlessly connect to a balcony or courtyard in the garden apartments. The kitchens are equipped with integrated ILVE appliances, a full-height pull-out pantry, and a marble-topped island bench, serving as a focal point in the space.

Thoughtful, space-saving features include a concealed pop-up phone charger and a Bluetooth speaker. Each apartment also offers an integrated study nook, catering for those working from home.

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Residents will have access to a communal lounge on the ground floor, complete with a full kitchen and dining area. This space is designed to foster a sense of community and provide a place for residents to connect with their neighbours.&nbsp;

The development also includes secure basement parking with lift access and additional storage units for each apartment.

Madeline is strategically located to offer its residents ultimate convenience, just a two-minute walk to Woolworths and five minutes to the Moorabbin train station.

Madeline is being developed by builder-developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/pitard-group">Pitard Group</a>, who has a solid workbook of both completed and under-construction projects across Melbourne.

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Madeline is being developed by builder-developer Pitard Group, who has a solid workbook of both completed and under-construction projects across Melbourne.

Madeline, Moorabbin apartments approach completion

Compared to the rest of Australia's eastern seaboard, the Sunshine Coast has been relatively quiet when it has come to new apartment developments.

Where the likes of Sydney, Newcastle, Gold Coast and Brisbane have boomed in the new development market, the Sunshine Coast has grown strongly but steadily while retaining its quaint village lifestyle.

It's been a scarcity of new development that Citimax Property Group has leaned into, with its second new apartment development in as many years in Kings Beach, just outside of Caloundra with a population of just over 3,000 people.

Fresh off the back of selling out Ocean Verge before it completed construction, <a href="/developers/citimax-property-group">Citimax </a> is well on its way to delivering its latest new apartment project to Kings Beach.

<a href="/new-apartments/ascend-kings-beach-37-39-moreton-parade-kings-beach">Ascend Kings Beach</a>, on Moreton Parade just a few rows back from the beach, will comprise just 23 large-scale apartments when completed later this year.

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Only six three-bedroom apartments remain, all featuring large internal living spaces and many with water views from the open plan living and dining area, and the balcony. They are priced from $1,275,000.

So far the development has been a hit with local downsizers from the South East Queensland region, Property &amp; Estates agents Rick Williams and Damian Brown note. That's been down to the house-sized proportions and inclusions that suit the downsizer demographic, things like a butler's pantry, expansive master bedrooms with walk in wardrobes and ensuites, and secure basement parking.

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There's also been a conscious effort by Citimax to create a lifestyle at Ascend. They have built into the development impressive amenity in the form of a swimming pool and recreation deck, and a gym.

Citimax secured the prime Moreton Parade site several years ago due to its proximity to the beach,&nbsp;boardwalk, cafes, and retail precincts, all within walking distance from Ascend.

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Ascend is one of the only new developments under construction in&nbsp;<a href="/developments/kings-beach-qld-4551">Kings Beach</a>, and the supply pipeline suggests there are few competing opportunities in the short to medium term to downsize into something brand new.

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Ascend Kings Beach, on Moreton Parade just a few rows back from the beach, will comprise just 23 large-scale apartments when completed later this year.

Citimax to continue to elevate Sunshine Coast living with Ascend Kings Beach

When the opportunity arose to secure a parkside development site in Carlingford on the outskirts of Parramatta, developer Mark Bainey jumped at the chance.

Bainey, who runs&nbsp;<a href="/developers/capio-property-group">Capio Property Group</a>, had been looking around Carlingford for the best part of a decade but hadn't found the right site. That was until a 5,000 sqm block fronting both Moseley and Donald Streets on Harold West Reserve came up for sale.

“<a href="/developments/carlingford-nsw-2118">Carlingford</a> boasts a prime central location that provides exceptional amenities,” Bainey says.

“Residents can enjoy top-tier education, a diverse shopping experience, and seamless transport connections, all just steps away from their front door.”

Capio is now selling apartments in the new project, <a href="/new-apartments/blossom-carlingford-25-31-donald-street-carlingford-nsw-2118">Blossom</a>, the only new development in Carlingford backed by the 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy by Resilience Insurance, the most comprehensive insurance apartment buyers can ask for, and not have to pay for.

The policy covers buyers from any structural,&nbsp;waterproofing, or weatherproofing issues, as well as any problems with MEPS (mechanical, electrical or plumbing systems).

“LDI provides future residents with the confidence to purchase, knowing their investment is protected—not only by our rigorous construction standards, but by an industry-leading and well-recognised insurance policy,” Bainey says.

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There are just 46 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments in Blossom, designed exclusively for the owner-occupier by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architecture</a>.

The apartments have been crafted to maximise natural light, featuring north-facing orientations, open-plan living areas, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead to private balconies.

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The apartments have been a popular choice with local families, with a 1,500 sqm private park as part of the development, as well as an onsite childcare on the ground level. Blossom will also feature a&nbsp;dedicated dog park with a wash station, and both indoor and outdoor gyms with wellness areas - all reflecting Capio’s vision of a liveable, community-focused environment.

"These features have been intentionally integrated to enhance the living experience for buyers who appreciate quality and convenience," Bainey says.

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On top of the rare prospect of living on a park, residents will also be just 600 metres from the new&nbsp;Carlingford rail stop, on the newly constructed Parramatta light rail network.

Construction of Blossom is already underway, with completion expected by mid-2026.

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On top of the rare prospect of living on a park, residents will also be just 800 metres from the new Carlingford rail stop, on the newly constructed Parramatta light rail network.

Capio to bring family-friendly, parkside living to Carlingford

There aren't many opportunities to secure a brand new, parkside apartment in any of Australia's cosmopolitan capital cities for under $500,000.

Irving Domain in Melbourne's&nbsp;<a href="/developments/box-hill-vic-3128">Box Hill</a> presents a unique opportunity to live just steps away from the scenic Box Hill Gardens. Spanning over three hectares, the gardens offer walking tracks, playgrounds, sports courts, and a one-kilometre running track around its boundary.

The gardens will also soon sit above a new train station, part of Victoria's Big Build extension of the Suburban Rail Loop.

Residents of <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=site%3Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.urban.com.au%2F+APH+Holdings&amp;rlz=1C1ONGR_enPH1005PH1005&amp;oq=site%3Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.urban.com.au%2F+APH+Holdings&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQRRg60gEIMjIyN2owajSoAgCwAgA&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8">Irving Domain</a> won't just be able to take in the green spaces and excellent connectivity to wider Melbourne including the CBD, but they'll also be in the heart of the growing Box Hill, with close access to all the amenities needed for everyday living.

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The one-bedroom apartments, over 60 sqm, start from just under $500,000, while the two-bedroom apartments are competitively priced from $595,000.

Reputable builder Ironside is well advanced in construction and is expected to complete Irving Domain later this year.

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Architecture firm <a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO</a> designed Irving Domain, just 110 apartments across a curved, glass building. They each feature a neutral colour palette with high-end finishes including timber flooring and stone benchtops.

DKO reserved space on the rooftop for a retreat with a swimming pool, outdoor dining, and social spaces, with panoramic views across Melbourne.

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<a href="/developments/box-hill-vic-3128">Box Hill</a> itself is one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing urban hubs, renowned for its vibrant shopping precinct and diverse dining scene. Box Hill Central, the major shopping hub, is just a short walk.

Stamp duty savings are applicable at Irving Domain.

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The one-bedroom apartments, over 60 sqm, start from just under $500,000, while the two-bedroom apartments are competitively priced from $595,000

Live parkside in Melbourne for under $500,000

Sydney-based real estate investment firm, <a href="/developers/wentworth-capital">Wentworth Capital</a>, is spearheading a rare and historic new chapter in the story of Sydney’s iconic The Rocks district, with the first stage sales launch of Long’s Lane Heritage Terraces (Long’s Lane).

Long’s Lane consists of 17 residences and one commercial property ranging in age from as early as the 1800s, with the buildings offering the only privately-held Torrens title houses in The Rocks. Of the 18 properties, 14 are listed on the State Heritage Register.&nbsp;

The precinct is also home to one of the earliest laneways in Sydney and some of the first European architecture in Australia, including Jobbins Terrace - the earliest example of the country’s first Australian-born practicing architect in NSW, Oswald Hoddle Lewis. The collection of buildings range from the early Victorian and Edwardian architectural periods.

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First recorded on town plans in 1807, Long’s Lane is one of the earliest laneways in Sydney.

Wentworth Capital has embarked on a sympathetic staged renovation program to update the buildings for modern family living, in keeping with the protection and preservation of their distinctive heritage. The project will return Long’s Lane to its original intended use as a thriving residential community.

The sales launch marks a turning point in the site’s tumultuous modern history, which included plans to demolish the buildings in favour of high-rise commercial structures during the 1960s, which the government rejected following community backlash. The 1980s saw another scheme for a 800-bed hotel, which despite not proceeding, resulted in the 18 properties being merged under one title. Following the plan’s rejection, Long’s Lane became underutilised and fell into disrepair.

Wentworth Capital’s Executive Director, Paul Apostoles, expressed his excitement about this significant milestone for the precinct.

“This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Australia’s history," Apostoles said.

"We’re thrilled to bring these historic homes to market, championing the next chapter of Long’s Lane’s unique history by enabling a new generation to experience the incredible lifestyle and cultural legacy of The Rocks.

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“The heritage features of each home are being meticulously preserved, recognising their importance as some of the earliest and most well-preserved examples of European architecture from Sydney’s settlement period,” added Paul.

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<a href="/project-marketer/mcgrath-projects">McGrath</a> Millers Point’s Richard Shalhoub said Long’s Lane’s unparalleled location and proximity is the best Sydney has to offer.

“Long’s Lane encapsulates the very essence of life in The Rocks, where cobblestoned laneways, heritage architecture, and vibrant community life converge," Shalhoub said.

"Residents will enjoy the convenience of living steps away from Sydney’s iconic Harbour, Circular Quay, and the buzzing arts and cultural hub of Barangaroo.&nbsp; From bustling weekend markets to world-class restaurants and hidden laneway bars, The Rocks offers a lifestyle quite unlike anywhere else."

Shalhoub says the houses will suit city workers given they are on the doorstep&nbsp;of Australia’s largest economic hub.

<a href="/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a>’ Associate Director - Residential, Oliver Stillman, said Long’s Lane’s greatest attraction is that you know the building’s stories remain etched in every brick and beam.

"It’s not often you have the opportunity to buy one of Australia’s first butchers shops, constructed in 1881, a former Chinese boarding house from 1868, or one of Sydney’s earliest lolly shops, for instance.&nbsp;

“Long’s Lane stands as a testament to Sydney’s enduring spirit, blending its past and present. From whalers and dockworkers in its early days, to modern families more recently drawn to its heritage allure, the precinct continues to tell the story of Sydney’s evolution."

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Colliers’ Oliver Stillman said Long’s Lane’s greatest attraction is that you know the building’s stories remain etched in every brick and beam



Long’s Lane presents opportunity to own rare slice of Sydney history as heritage-listed terraces launch

Boutique townhouse developer,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/sloane-property">Sloane</a>, is accepting deposits of just five per cent at its under-construction Brighton townhouse development, 111 Carpenter.

The lower deposit, plus significant stamp duty savings since the government <a href="/news/vic/vic-government-slashes-stamp-duty-for-off-the-plan-property-buyers-savings-available-immediately-oct-2024">abolished stamp duty in October 2024 for 12 months</a>, aims to provide greater accessibility to purchasers seeking larger homes in one of Melbourne's most sought-after suburbs.

Located on Carpenter Street, the project comprises just seven townhomes designed by award-winning architecture firm Megowan, who has a deep understanding of the area and its lifestyle demands. Megowan has designed several successful projects for Sloane across Melbourne.

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Each townhouse has been crafted to maximise the northern exposure of the site, with key living spaces oriented to optimise passive solar gain and cross-ventilation.&nbsp;

The two and three-level townhouses, under construction with multi-award winning builder Virgon Constructions, offers three to four-bedroom configurations with north-facing open plan living areas and private courtyards designed by <a href="/landscape-architect/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick Landscape Architects</a>.

Sloane Managing Director, Adam Sloane, highlighted the location as a major drawcard, citing <a href="/developments/brighton-vic-3186">Brighton</a>’s combination of beachside living, parks, cafes, retail, and highly regarded schools.&nbsp;

With the project situated amongst tree-lined streets and close to shops and public transport,&nbsp;Sloane noted that the development provides an ideal base for families wanting a low-maintenance yet spacious home in the Bayside area.

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While apartments in the area cater largely to downsizers and Brighton's grand mansions suit families seeking large-scale homes, Brighton has had a lack of new townhouse development in recent years, a dwelling type designed to bridge the gap between apartment and house-sized living.

The projects is weeks away from lock-up and is on track to complete in late 2025.

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Sloane is closing in on lock up stage and are on track to complete in late 2025

5% deposit offer - Buy into Brighton's affluent property market with 111 Carpenter townhomes

Busy developer Princeton has achieved a key milestone at its new South Sydney apartment development, Marque Rockdale.

<a href="/developers/princeton">Marque</a> is the only new apartment development in Rockdale currently on the market, and it is also the only one in the local government area to offer the new 10-year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI) policy from Resilience Insurance.

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Located just 200 metres from Rockdale Plaza and under one kilometre from Brighton-Le-Sands beach, Marque combines thoughtful design in an ideal location that takes advantage of the coastal lifestyle, as well as the convenience and connectivity <a href="/developments/rockdale-nsw-2216">Rockdale</a> offers.

A recent sale of a one-bedroom apartment for $700,000 highlights buyer confidence in the project, a confidence which is further bolstered by the LDI policy.

Ray White WS Managing Director Mark Bernberg says the team behind Marque Rockdale has seen it achieve a strong level of success, even in a market where continued high interest rates are pushing down demand.

"The development is going from strength to strength, hitting key milestones and strong sales as a result of Princeton's standing in the development industry, the reputation of iCIRT-rated builder <a href="/builders/coplex">Coplex</a>, and the all-important Latent Defects Insurance," Bernberg says.

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<a href="/developers/princeton">Princeton</a>, which is funding the project itself through its capital arm, has been active in the new development space in recent years.

They have just completed a row of eight terraces in St Peters, which are achieving stellar results, and they are now putting the finishing touches on Eurangi, their ultra-luxury development on Bondi Beach’s prestigious Campbell Parade.

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Marque comprises 58 apartments, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom configurations, as well as a handful of SOHO apartments that blend residential and workspace uses.

The development has been designed with owner-occupiers in mind, featuring contemporary interiors, expansive glass walls for natural light, and premium finishes such as Caesarstone benchtops and engineered timber floors.

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A communal rooftop space offers over 100 sqm of amenities, including a herb garden, barbecue area, children’s play zone, and pergola-shaded dining areas.

Coplex is set to complete Marque in late 2025, offering an attractive price point in an undersupplied local market.

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Ray White WS Managing Director Mark Bernberg says the team behind Marque Rockdale has seen it achieve a strong level of success, even in a market where continued high interest rates are pushing down demand

Princeton tops out Marque Rockdale as development team and Latent Defect Insurance drives sales

Builder-developer giant McNab is pushing on in both sales and construction at its new Gold Coast apartment development, Elements Budds Beach.

Over 60 per cent of the Azure Collection, the more premium two-bed plus MPR and three-bedroom apartments within the Oak Avenue building, have been snapped up by a mix of investors and owner occupiers.&nbsp;

The sales success comes off the back of McNab starting construction on site, demolishing the old three-level walk-up and old timber home on the amalgamated 1,013 sqm Oak Avenue and starting to excavate the four basement parking levels.

The building, of just 87 two, three and four-bedroom apartments that start from just over $1 million, has been crafted by<a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects"> Cottee Parker</a> who says the design "pays homage to the sea and sky and responds to its unique midwater location with distinct simplicity and openness, bringing the waterways to its inhabitants."

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Set behind a curved, glazed façade, Elements apartments will feature open plan kitchen, living and dining areas that will extend to balconies with views across the Gold Coast skyline, hinterland, and beach.

As the building ascends, the apartments get more premium, and give way from the two-bed and two-bed plus multi-purpose rooms to half-floor three-bedroom apartments, as well as the soon-to-be-released Horizon Collection.

As demand for spacious, high-end apartments continues, McNab is preparing to launch the Horizon Collection, just a handful of four-bedroom apartments each with a multi-purpose room, panoramic views, a master retreat with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, and a built-in bar area with a custom stone finish.

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The original plans back in 2021 had the communal facilities located within the building, but, in a trend seen across the majority of Gold Coast projects in the last few years, McNab more recently had Cottee Parker relocate them to the roof.

Now a full rooftop retreat, it will feature an infinity-edge pool with beach club-style loungers that actually sit in the water, several day beds surrounding the pool, and a sauna, hot plunge pool, and a yoga deck.

There will also be a poolside barbecue and teppanyaki area, as well as a private formal dining room and a gym.&nbsp;

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Elements will sit in a quiet pocket of Surfers, only a six-minute walk to Budds Beach and eight minutes to Surfers Paradise Beach.

It could be argued that viewlines, especially from the upper levels, are unlikely to ever be obstructed. This is due to the scale of the Paradise Resort Gold Coast hotel across the street, which is unlikely to be redeveloped anytime soon.

McNab is forecasting a completion date of around Q3 2027.

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<a href="/developers/mcnab-developments">McNab</a> as a builder has a diverse workbook across the whole of South East Queensland, from warehouse and office buildings to social housing projects.

As a developer, McNab recently completed White in Main Beach, selling all of the apartments prior to completion. The project won the 2024 Master Builders QLD Housing &amp; Construction Award, as well as Queensland’s Best Project in the $50m+ multi-residential category.

McNab also has several development sites in Brisbane, in West End and Highgate Hill, as well as&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-mcnab-shoots-for-full-floor-apartments-in-broadbeach">plans for a future Broadbeach project</a>.

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