Inside Broadbeach's billion-dollar apartment boom: Every major project buyers need to know in 2026
A concentrated wave of developer capital is reshaping Broadbeach's skyline, with billions of dollars worth of new residential product under construction in one of the Gold Coast's most walkable beachside suburb.
From boutique towers targeting owner-occupiers to larger-scale mixed-use schemes, the active pipeline represents the broadest choice set Broadbeach has offered buyers in a decade.
The suburb's appeal is structural, not cyclical. Broadbeach sits midway between Surfers Paradise to the north and Mermaid Beach to the south, with Pacific Fair, one of Australia's largest shopping centres, on its doorstep, G:link light rail connectivity, and a café and restaurant precinct that has matured significantly over the past five years.
With the 2032 Brisbane Olympics expected to drive sustained infrastructure investment across South East Queensland, and the Gold Coast light rail Stage 3 extension already progressing, the suburb's long-term fundamentals are attracting buyers who might previously have looked further afield.
The Active Pipeline: Project by Project
The largest contributor the the billions of dollars being poured into the Broadbeach apartment development space is Victoria & Albert. The two-tower development by Iris Capital alone has a value of over $1 billion.
There are 425 apartments across the two towers, named Victoria and Albert based on the street they front.
Residents will have private access to suite of resort-style resident amenities. These include a subtropical podium featuring a 25-metre lap pool, gym, yoga deck, residents’ lounge, kids’ play area, zen garden, and barbecue terraces with outdoor dining spaces.
The development is set to start welcoming its buyers in 2027.
Enquire about Victoria & Albert →
Crest Broadbeach is among the most closely watched projects in the current cycle. Positioned at 13 Armrick Avenue, the development is targeting the owner-occupier end of the market with generously proportioned two and three-bedroom residences and an amenity package that includes a pool, an entertainment deck, a BBQ area, a yoga deck, and a gym.
Developed by Morris Property Group, Crest comprises around 339 apartments across two towers, offering a variety of stock that is attracting a wide mix of owner-occupiers, from first home buyers and rightsizers to downsizers.
Enquire about Crest Broadbeach →
The recently launched Sandpiper development by Polycell on Old Burleigh Road has been one of the higher-converting project searches to enquiry in Broadbeach on Apartments.com.au.
Around 100 of the 204 apartments were snapped up pre-launch in the 51-storey tower that faces the beach. There's a significant amount of amenity on offer, from a level four retreat with a magnesium lagoon pool, gym and yoga room, to a two-storey Residents' Club with another pool, wellness zones, a cinema, and a music studio, among even more amenity.
Prices currently start from $1,855,000.
Harmony on Broadbeach recently launched to much fanfare, with over 75 per cent of its apartments selling within the first few months of its marketing. Everyone from local upgraders to interstate buyers relocating to the Gold Coast have secured apartments in the building which is soon to start its construction phase.
The 101-apartment building, which also has a 20m swimming pool, gym, sauna, and yoga lawn, is slated for completion in late 2028.
Enquire about Harmony on Broadbeach →
Melbourne-based developer Hirsch & Faigen recently launched its fourth development on the Gold Coast, its first in Broadbeach.
The tower, The Eveleigh, will comprise 100 three-bedroom apartments, starting from $2.87 million.
The Rothelowman-designed building will include a substantial wellness precinct, communal recreation areas, children’s play spaces, work-from-home facilities, and shared lounge and dining areas.
Enquire about The Eveleigh, Broadbeach
Raptis is approaching completion of its latest Broadbeach apartment development, The Sterling Broadbeach, ideally located on George Avenue.
Prices at The Sterling start from $1.65 million for the two-bedroom apartments and $2,495,000 for the three-bedroom apartments. There are only 90 apartments in the building that also includes a rooftop pool deck.
At the more premium end of the market is Mosaic's Madeline development on Mary Avenue. With over 80 per cent of the building now sold, the remaining apartments are priced from just over $4 million.
There are 59 large-scale apartments in the building, which has commenced construction through Mosaic's building arm and is on track to complete in late 2028.
The latest project to launch in Broadbeach is Lumara, and it's the most luxurious on this list. Comprising 37 half- and full-floor apartments, Lumara prices start from just under $4 million.
The Old Burleigh Road building, made up of three- and four-bedroom homes, is being developed by Bourke Projects and 5Point Projects, the latter of which will be building the development.
What Buyers Should Weigh Up Before Purchasing
The breadth of the current Broadbeach pipeline means buyers are faced with a more complex comparison than in previous cycles. However, this also provides a wider range of choice than ever before, ultimately a positive for the market.
Key variables to consider include construction stage, buyer mix, and the progress of sales. Preferences around timing of completion will play a major role in determining suitability, alongside price. Projects closer to completion may appeal more to buyers seeking certainty, but as developments near completion, the number of available apartments typically declines. The remaining stock is often premium in nature, so for buyers not targeting high-end offerings, purchasing during the launch phase is usually the most strategic approach.
Across the Gold Coast, and Broadbeach in particular, prices have shown strong year-on-year growth. Buying earlier in a project cycle increases the likelihood of capital appreciation during construction, meaning the apartment may be worth more at settlement than the original purchase price.
What Next?
The Broadbeach pipeline is the most active it has been in years. Those who wait are likely working with what's left.
If you’re looking for a full-funnel view of what’s available in Broadbeach, including projects in planning that haven’t yet launched, Apartments.com.au is the only place to find it. Find it here.
For buyers tracking the broader Queensland market, the QLD new apartment news hub covers project launches across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and regional centres as they come to market.
Joel Robinson
Joel Robinson is the Editor in Chief at Apartments.com.au, where he leads the editorial team and oversees the country’s most comprehensive news coverage dedicated to the off the plan property market. With more than a decade of experience in residential real estate journalism, Joel brings deep insight into Australia’s evolving development landscape.
He holds a degree in Business Management with a major in Journalism from Leeds Beckett University in the UK, and has developed a particular expertise in off the plan apartment space. Joel’s editorial lens spans the full lifecycle of a project, from site acquisition and planning approvals through to new launches, construction completions, and final sell-out, delivering trusted, buyer-focused content that supports informed decision-making across the property journey
