Repeat buyers are one of the strongest measures of confidence in any apartment development.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/era-newcastle-west-124-126-bull-street-newcastle-west-nsw-2302">ERA</a> in Newcastle West, some purchasers are returning to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a> after living at the developer's One Apartments. Their decision to purchase again was driven by the quality of life they found after moving into their first GWH home.

Keith Wilton had spent years living in a house in East Maitland before deciding it was time for a change. Apartment living had always been on his radar, but he was selective about what he wanted.

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"I had some boxes I wanted to tick," he says.

Keith points to the open-plan design, generous outdoor areas and considered inclusions as key reasons One Apartments worked for him.

“One of those things was a nice indoor open plan area, but also I wanted a nice outdoor open area that I could entertain on in summer or Christmases or birthdays,” he says.

He also found value in the smaller details, from integrated appliances to shared resident spaces including the pool, cinema and rooftop areas.

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After comparing several developments, he chose One Apartments because of GWH's longstanding local reputation and his own experience working with the developer on a commercial project more than a decade earlier.

"I knew that they were local, that the quality of the build was going to be up there. I'd looked at other apartment complexes around and close by, and I just knew that here was a better decision location wise."

Today, Keith says the move has completely changed how he experiences Newcastle.

"I enjoy living in this location because it's more of a lifestyle change. That Newcastle city living where you can walk to restaurants and bars and even beaches and parks and even shopping across the road."

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Beyond the location, he says it's the sense of community that has surprised him most.

"Everyone loves living here because they chose to live here, but everyone looks out for each other. It's a real great community feel here."

For Aimee and Lyle Goodman, the journey started almost by chance.

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The couple happened to be having coffee in Newcastle when they noticed the site where One Apartments was about to begin construction.

"We were aware GWH was planning a development," Aimee says. "We made one phone call and things moved pretty quickly after that."

As busy business owners, they initially thought apartment living would simply reduce the maintenance that came with larger homes. Instead, it fundamentally changed how they spent time together.

"We actually catch up more as a family now," Aimee says.

"We've had homes with big yards and lots of space, but everyone ended up in different rooms. Here we'll have dinner together, the kids can play, and we spend far more quality time together."

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Lyle says their confidence came from GWH's reputation within Newcastle's building industry.

"I know people who've worked across different apartment projects, and whenever GWH came up the feedback was always the same. They're rock solid. They're quality."

That confidence only grew throughout the buying process.

"One of the things that really impressed us with GWH was the whole process, was the communication," Lyle says. "It was consistent, it was regular, there was no problem if we had some weird questions, there was no problems in getting answers."

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Aimee says one moment stood out.

"The project actually finished on time. We realised we needed to hurry up and sell our house because everything was happening exactly when they said it would."

The positive experience at One Apartments ultimately gave all three buyers the confidence to purchase again with GWH, this time at ERA.

Their confidence reflects what many buyers are seeking in today's apartment market. Location remains important, but so too does certainty around delivery, quality and long-term liveability.

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ERA builds on those foundations with 280 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two landmark towers in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Newcastle West</a>.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>, the project will include more than 2,000 square metres of resident amenities, including a resort-style pool, gym, sauna, private cinema and rooftop entertaining spaces overlooking the harbour and coastline.&nbsp;

The development is also within walking distance of the Newcastle Interchange, Honeysuckle, Darby Street, the harbour foreshore, restaurants, retail and the city’s beaches, continuing the walkable lifestyle that existing GWH buyers say has transformed how they live.

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For Keith, the appeal remains straightforward.

"You feel at home even before you've moved into your home."

For Aimee, the change is measured in time.

“I just felt like I had more time,” she says.

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Construction at ERA is now underway, with more than half of the residences already sold and limited two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in the East Tower release. Priced from $980,000 for two-bedroom residences and $1.46 million for three-bedroom residences, buyers can secure an apartment with a 10 per cent deposit, with premium homes offering ocean views from Level 8 and harbour views from Level 10.

ERA is also backed by Resilience Insurance's 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing protection against structural or waterproofing defects for 10 years after completion. The project is anticipated to be completed in early 2028.

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Joel Robinson

From ONE to ERA: Why buyers are choosing GWH again in Newcastle West

Virgate Property Group is preparing to commence construction of Verdé, its new apartment development in Melbourne's Arts Precinct at Southbank, following a strong run of sales that has seen more than half of the project's 173 apartments secured.

Verdé has attracted a broad mix of first home buyers, owner-occupiers upgrading from nearby inner-city suburbs and investors, with younger owner-occupier couples aged between 28 and 45 accounting for the strongest enquiry. Many are already living in Southbank, South Melbourne, Albert Park, Port Melbourne, South Yarra and the CBD.

"Verdé is located in one of the most desirable pockets of southern Melbourne," Blair Property Group Director Darren Blair, who is managing sales at Verdé, said.

"It's within walking distance of the Arts Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park Lake, and Southbank's restaurants and retail. It's a great lifestyle location with strong amenity and liveability, which made it a very attractive choice for the project."

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Virgate was already familiar with the precinct, having previously delivered the successful Domain House development in neighbouring South Melbourne. That experience gave the developer confidence to acquire the Coventry Street site and continue expanding its presence in Melbourne's inner south.

"We had been keeping an eye on the site and the broader precinct for a few months before deciding to move forward with the acquisition," Virgate said.

The project was ultimately secured in 2020 following feasibility studies, planning assessments and due diligence, with the brief centred on delivering "a high-quality, considered design that feels both refined and fit for purpose."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bruce-henderson-architects">Bruce Henderson Architects</a>, Verdé comprises 173 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $599,000. The architecture is distinguished by a faceted glass façade that responds to both the site's outlook and Melbourne's changing light conditions.

According to Bruce Henderson Architects, the coloured glazing gives the building a distinctive identity while also providing privacy and solar shading, with residences oriented to capture views across the bay, city skyline and surrounding parklands.

Inside, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> has created interiors focused on natural light, efficient planning and enduring materials. Apartments feature engineered oak flooring, natural stone benchtops, floor-to-ceiling glazing and SMEG appliances, while a restrained material palette aims to complement the expansive outlooks rather than compete with them.

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Resident amenity has also been designed around everyday functionality rather than occasional use. Facilities include a concierge-serviced lobby, residents' lounge with fireplace, library and co-working space, gym, terrace garden with barbecue facilities, ground-floor café, and package delivery management.

The project's location continues to be one of its strongest drawcards. Positioned on Coventry Street, Verdé sits within walking distance of the National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park Lake, while Southbank's dining precinct, Sturt Street trams and the new ANZAC Station are all nearby. The surrounding education catchment also includes Melbourne Grammar, Melbourne Girls Grammar, Mac.Robertson Girls' High School and several major university campuses.

The sales team says buyers have responded particularly well to the combination of location, design quality and long-term liveability.

"They're responding really positively to the quality of the design, premium resident amenities and the uninterrupted views. Many also appreciate the location and how connected it is to everything they need."

The ability to secure stamp duty savings before completion has also been a key factor for purchasers, alongside the opportunity to personalise finishes ahead of settlement.

With construction set to commence soon and more than half the apartments already sold, Verdé enters its next phase as one of the Arts Precinct's more established apartment developments, offering remaining buyers an opportunity to secure a residence before construction advances further. Expected completion is scheduled for late 2027.

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Virgate's Verdé Southbank moves toward construction as sales fly past halfway stage

Downsizer-focused apartment development Kooyongkoot in Hawthorn has been recognised at the 2026 Better Future Melbourne Design Awards, taking home Gold and Silver awards in two categories.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a>, currently being delivered by developer PQD and designed by Cera Stribley, received Gold in the Interior Design – Proposed category and Silver in the Architecture – Proposed category.

The dual recognition reflects the design approach behind the boutique development on prestigious Kooyongkoot Road, where the focus has been on creating homes for downsizers seeking the space, quality and functionality of a detached house within a low-rise apartment building.

Rather than maximising apartment numbers, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pqd">PQD</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> limited the development to just 18 residences, allowing for larger floorplans, greater privacy, generous landscaping and expansive communal spaces.&nbsp;The majority of the apartments also benefit from corner aspects, allowing for dual sources of natural light.

Now around 70 per cent complete and on track for completion in November 2026, Kooyongkoot will comprise a mix of garden residences, ter​race apartments, sub-penthouses, and is crowned by two half-floor penthouses with direct lift access and private rooftop terraces.

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The Silver Award for Architecture recognised the way the building responds to its prominent corner position at the ent​rance to Hawthorn's Scotch Hill precinct, one of Melbourne's most established residential neighbourhoods.

Rather than competing with the grand homes that line Kooyongkoot Road, the architectural approach focused on restraint and longevity, using curved brickwork, generous landscaping and carefully considered proportions to integrate with the existing streetscape.

"The form feels fluid and timeless, as though shaped by the landscape itself – architecture that belongs, rather than competes," said Chris Stribley, Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Cera Stribley.

The judging submission also highlighted practical innovations throughout the building, including lift cores servicing only nine homes each, a central landscaped lightcourt designed to bring daylight and ventilation into the building, and fully enclosed private storage rooms with lighting, power and shelving to better accommodate residents transitioning from larger family homes.

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The Gold Award for Interior Design recognised the project's focus on long-term liveability rather than display-home aesthetics.

According to the awards submission, the interiors were designed from the inside out, prioritising how homes would function over decades of daily use through generous proportions, practical storage, durable natural materials and flexible layouts.

The specification includes natural stone throughout, upgraded acoustic glazing, V-ZUG appliances and fully enclosed storage rooms, alongside an amenity offering focused on wellness, entertainment and everyday convenience.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to a gym and yoga studio, a wellness centre featuring traditional and infrared saunas, a cold therapy shower and treatment room, as well as a residents' lounge and golf simulator/cinema room for entertainment.&nbsp;Kooyongkoot has also considered the everyday convenience of its residents by offering a private carwash and pet wash facilities on site as well as dedicated parcel lockers and oversized fully enclosed storage rooms.&nbsp;

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The project's attention to detail has already resonated with buyers. Earlier this year, Kooyongkoot recorded one of Boroondara's highest apartment sales when an $8 million penthouse was purchased by a Melbourne CEO downsizing from a nearby family home.

"Every detail feels deliberate, from the overall design down to the smallest touches," the purchaser said.

"The level of quality and refinement is exceptional, but what really sold it was how liveable it felt... It felt like a place where everything had been considered, not just a luxury building."

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Sustainability also formed a key part of both award submissions. Kooyongkoot is targeting a minimum 7.5-star NatHERS rating across all residences, supported by passive design principles, high-performance glazing, EV charging infrastructure, water reuse systems and a wellness model focused on lower-energy dry facilities rather than pools and large wet areas.

Located within walking distance of Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College, Koo​yong Lawn Tennis Club, Aubur​n Village and Camberwell Junction, Kooyongkoot continues to target owner-occupiers looking to remain in Melbourne's inner east without compromising on space or quality. A limited selection of two, three and four-bedroom residences remains available, with prices starting from $1.9 million.

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Kooyongkoot wins Gold and Silver at Better Future Melbourne Design Awards

New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

First Home Buyer

First home buyers have been snapping up apartments in The Wave, the newest address in Sydney's Rockdale.

The Wave at&nbsp;376 Princes Highway, Rockdale, around 15 kilometres south of Sydney, is being developed by the veteran property development firm Chanine Developments.

The eight-level, CD Architects-designed block of just 35 apartments has been a hit with first home buyers who took advantage of the HomeBuilder grant prior to the end of March, as well as the first home buyer stamp duty concessions.

There are now only around 10 apartments left.

Ziad&nbsp;Chanine, the managing director of CD Architects,&nbsp;said the location of The Wave,&nbsp;positioned at the entry gateway into Rockdale town centre, dictated its unique design.

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"We felt it fitting to design a building which would welcome you into the town centre upon approach as well as creating an identifying landmark in the region," Chanine said.

"We embarked on the creation of something not of the normal order of apartment development in the region and the feedback has been tremendous."

Chanine said inspiration came from iconic buildings like the North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club.

"The design employs a flowing, curvilinear form to create an attractive architectural built element whilst angling balconies to capture views and vistas of Botany Bay through to Sydney CBD skyline.

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"The crackled tiles are an eye catching element along the wave-shaped balconies, reflecting the natural texture and landscape.

Most apartments left are priced under $800,000 which means first home buyers won't have to pay stamp duty for one or two bedroom apartments.

One bed apartments are priced from $595,000, two bedrooms from $690,000 and three bedrooms from $870,000.

Haus Agency director Alex Vrisakis said the development offers all the comforts buyers need in a first home, but is also attractive for the downsizer from a large family home.

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First home buyers nab Wave Rockdale apartments as completion nears

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First home buyers looking to secure a new off-the-plan apartment will be glad to know they can still take advantage of the NSW Government’s stamp duty exemptions.

Last August, the NSW Government increased the threshold for stamp duty exemption for newly built homes from $650,000 to $800,000 for first home buyers.

The First Home Buyers Assistance scheme (FHBAS) erases barriers to home ownership for many who can now save thousands.

Urban takes a look at six Sydney apartments you can secure and pay no transfer duty

 1. The Laneways, Rosebery 
Address: 33-37 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 
One-bedroom apartments from $562,800

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The Laneways is Rosebery's exciting new address, delivered by Ellerson Property and located on the sought-after Mentmore Avenue.

The boutique-sized apartments include one, two and three-bedroom offerings at an entry price well below the NSW Government’s FHBAS threshold. Among its offerings include a spacious entertainer's kitchen, floor-to-ceiling storage and its convenient location just six-kilometres from the Sydney CBD. 
 

2. Bloom Arncliffe 
Address: 213 Princes Highway, Arncliffe NSW 2205 
Two-bedroom apartments from $710,000

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Bloom Arncliffe offers one and two-bedroom apartments perfect for first home buyers looking to take advantage of stamp duty exemptions.

Dispersed over seven state-of-the-art buildings, the recently-completed development features space to work from home, private balconies, entertaining space and views of Botany Bay. 
 

3. Beyond, Hurstville 
Address: 93 Forest Road, Hurstville 
One-bedroom apartments from $685,000

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Designed in collaboration between Woods Bagot and DKO Architecture, Beyond provides first home buyers with incredible amenities at an affordable entry price.

As well as the attached 4,500sqm retail precinct anchored by Woolworths, Fridcorp’s Beyond is boasts an outdoor dining and teppanyaki grill, gardens, lobby bar and residents’ dining. 
 

4. The Galleria, Parramatta 
Address: 23-29 Hassall Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 
Two-bedroom apartments from $699,000

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Situated in the heart of the Parramatta CBD, the Galleria boasts 20-storeys and numerous on-site amenities, including a sixth-floor sky podium.

Features and finishes of the finest quality have been carefully selected to create an air of enduring style and sophistication from the interior colour palette to the bathrooms and kitchens to the generous indoor and alfresco living spaces. 
 

5. Moseley, Carlingford 
Address: 17-21 Moseley Street, Carlingford NSW 2118 
Two-bedroom apartments from $752,900

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The affordable Moseley project by the H&amp;T Group is located in the City of Ryde, and close-by Epping Station.

Offering 41 one, two and three-bedroom apartments with contemporary design, modern silhouettes and amenities, first home buyers can save on the project. Among its offerings include private storage, a gym, communal entertaining areas and an electric car charging dock. 
 

6. Eminence, Zetland 
Address: 811 Elizabeth Street, Zetland NSW 2017 
One-bedroom apartments from $745,000

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Set in the dynamic inner-city precinct, Zetland, Eminence delivers a trio of boutique buildings commanding four street frontages nestled perfectly between Surry Hills, the transformational Green Square precinct and the Sydney CBD.

Delivered by Meriton and designed by DKO Architecture, Eminence brings together residences with onsite retail, childcare facilities, podium gardens and five-star amenities.
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First home buyers looking to secure a new off-the-plan apartment will be glad to know they can still take advantage of the NSW Government’s stamp duty exemptions

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Save thousands: Sydney apartments you can secure without paying stamp duty 

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Whether you’re looking to purchase a new or existing home, first home buyers will be glad to know they can still take advantage of the Victorian Government’s stamp duty exemptions.

Unlike the NSW Government’s First Home Buyers Assistance scheme (FHBAS), the Victorian Government’s stamp duty-exempt thresholds are the same for both new and existing homes.

The exemption, which came into effect on July 1, 2017, abolishes stamp duty for first home buyers purchasing a property valued at $600,000 or less.

To assist you in your search, Urban takes a look at six apartments you can secure with no stamp duty payable, which could effectively erase barriers to home ownership for many. 
 

1. 661 Chapel Street, South Yarra 
Address: 661 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141 
One-bedroom apartments from $546,000

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661 Chapel Street is one of Melbourne’s latest luxury developments with 116 one, two, three and four-bedroom residences across 30 floors.

Developed by Gamuda Land and designed by Bird de la Coeur Architecture, among the project’s extensive hotel-inspired resident amenities is a concierge, gym, winter garden and members’ lounge, as well as a 25-metre pool and library. 
 

2. Melbourne Quarter, Docklands 
Address: 628 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008 
One-bedroom apartments from $458,000

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Lendlease's Melbourne Quarter also lets first home buyers enjoy stamp duty savings whilst delivering a blinds package on brand-new, ready-to-move-in apartments.

Designed by the award-winning Fender Katsalidis, the project includes a hotel-style lobby, concierge and exclusive access to three whole floors of resort-style amenities at Club MQ, such as a multi-use space, pool, theatrette and library. 
 

3. Moreville, Footscray 
Address: 12-18 Napier Street, Footscray VIC 3011 
Two-bedroom apartments from $595,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=2060]

Located at 12-18 Napier Street, Moreville boasts a collection of 43 apartments designed by Moull Murray Architects, offering open-plan floorplans, terraces and numerous amenities.

The residence’s façade has been inspired by Footscray’s traditional building styles, where contemporary design meets industrial chic. Sering Urban are developing the block. 
 

4. Parkhill Apartments, West Melbourne 
Address: 408 Spencer Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003 
One-bedroom apartments from $479,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27406]

Central Equity’s Parkhill offers buyers the chance to save up to $43,000 on stamp duty exemptions in the West Melbourne development.

The project developer is additionally matching the HomeBuilder Grant to save buyers $30,000.

Amenities offered alongside each residence include a rooftop gym for residents, a relaxing rooftop garden and a seven-day concierge service. 
 

5. Sixth Avenue, Chelsea Heights 
Address: 15 Sixth Avenue, Chelsea Heights VIC 3196 
Two-bedroom townhouses from $599,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32136]

First home buyers can still take advantage of the stamp duty concessions for brand new townhouses.

The 59-townhouse development, Sixth Ave, delivered by Aultun Group and designed by Point Architects, provides perfect bayside living with an endless array of retail, dining and recreational amenities, as well as two-storey designs and expansive private courtyards. 
 

6. Magnolia at St. Boulevard, Melbourne 
Address: 601 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004 
One-bedroom apartments from $555,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=1260]

Developed by the Shakespeare Group, St. Boulevard offers a multitude of exclusive facilities for its residents and among its three buildings is Magnolia.

The Elenberg Fraser-designed apartment delivers private kitchens and dining room, climate-controlled wine storage and a health club and spa featuring body jet showers, a sauna and steam rooms.

Designed around three signature trees, Magnolia, Anaca and Ginko, the residence presents a place to gather with friends or seek quiet moments of solitude.
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Urban takes a look at six apartments you can secure with no stamp duty payable, which could effectively erase barriers to home ownership for many

Save thousands: Melbourne apartments you can buy without paying stamp duty

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The coming weeks may be your last chance to save on a brand-new apartment purchase with the HomeBuilder Grant extension set to end on March 31.

HomeBuilder, provides eligible owner-occupiers, including first home buyers, with a $15,000 grant to purchase a new build or off-the-plan dwelling.

For many first home buyers, the current government incentives mean that it may be cheaper to own than to rent.

However, with investor interest in Australia’s property market rising, Queensland’s residential property market is not expected to stay this way for long.

If you’re looking to cash in on the competitive offers and grants available for only a limited amount of time, here are five Queensland residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant. 
 

1. M Apartments, Kangaroo Point 
Address: 699 Main Street, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 
Two-bedroom apartments from $589,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29156]

M Apartments is a new addition to Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point and is only moments to the Woolloongabba dining precinct and the Brisbane CBD. The development offers 46 one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as three commercial properties located on the ground floor.

While only selected residences qualify for the HomeBuilder Grant, amenities within the project include rooftop entertainment deck, a communal barbeque area and views over the surrounding suburbs. 
 

2. Plaza Central, Maroochydore 
Address: 10-18 Pikki Street, Maroochydore QLD 4558 
Two-bedroom apartments from $435,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22041]

Developed by Pindan, Plaza Central’s first building is scheduled for completion in the last quarter of 2021.

Selected affordable and spacious apartments qualify for the HomeBuilder Grant, with each residence located within walking distance to the new Maroochydore CBD and boasting smart contemporary interiors and views overlooking lush greenery and the coast’s retail hub. 
 

3. Allure Chevron Island 
Address: Corner Burra Street &amp; Dalpura Street, Chevron Island QLD 4217 
Two-bedroom apartments from $495,950

[smartcode_project:default project_id=21132]

Selected residences at Allure qualify for government concessions. Capturing both classic and contemporary style, Allure offers 95 luxury two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

Designed by BDA Architecture, the residence enjoys dense sub-tropical landscaping, contemporary bathrooms and communal areas with expansive views. 
 

4. Carl Residences, Woolloongabba 
Address: 21-25 Carl Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 
One-bedroom apartments from $390,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27631]

Located in Brisbane’s Woolloongabba, National Enterprises’ Carl Residences offers a collection of 87 one, two and three-bedroom apartments less than three kilometres to the CBD.

The Carl Residences qualifies for the $15,000 Homebuilder Grant for contracts signed between January 1 and March 31, as well as the $15,000 First Home Builders Grant.
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Here are five Queensland residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant

Four Queensland residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant

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The coming weeks may be your last chance to save on a brand-new apartment purchase with the HomeBuilder Grant extension set to end on March 31.

HomeBuilder provides eligible owner-occupiers, including first home buyers, with a $15,000 grant to purchase a new build or off-the-plan dwelling in Sydney valued under $950,000.

For many first home buyers, the current government incentives mean that it may be cheaper to own than to rent.

So, if you’re looking to cash in on the competitive offers and grants available for only a limited amount of time, here are four Sydney residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant. 
 

1. Georgette, Kew Schofields 
Address: 23-27 Schofields Road, Schofields NSW 2762 
Two-bedroom apartments from $535,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32227]

Georgette is the second stage of Positive Investment Enterprise’s Kew Schofields project, integrating convenient living with natural beauty in one of Sydney’s newest suburbs, Schofields.

Designed by PBD Architects, the light-filled apartments in one and two-bedroom configurations feature ample storage, extended gardens and state-of-the-art energy and storage innovations thanks to a partnership with Tesla. 
 

2. Ed.Square, Edmondson Park 
Address: Corner Soldiers Parade &amp; Campbelltown Road, Edmondson Park NSW 2174 
Three-bedroom townhouses from $750,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=5995]

Located in Sydney’s south-west suburb of Edmondson Park, Ed.Square is Fraser Property’s new net zero energy demand home project which Is set to produce more energy than they consume.

The balanced energy homes could will save residents up to 43 per cent of their energy costs, with features including, LED lighting, electric boosted solar hot water, ground source heat pump space conditioning and 4kW of solar PV. 
 

3. Auburn Square, Auburn 
Address: 26-36 Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144 
Three-bedroom apartments from $837,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7317]

Situated in the heart of western Sydney, Auburn Square boasts ultimate liveability and a sense of community.

Designed by Rothelowman, the development’s design provides perfectly considered spaces and an expansive rooftop, featuring a generous dining experience, outdoor fitness equipment, and impressive cityscape views. 
 

4. Fairwater, Blacktown 
Address: Fairwater Boulevard, Blacktown NSW 2148 
Two-bedroom townhouse prices available upon request

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7664]

Surrounded by 9-hectares of open parklands, Frasers Property’s Fairwater offers spacious, high-quality and connected homes in Sydney’s Blacktown.

Homes at Fairwater are designed for entertaining with open-plan living that flows from the kitchen to the courtyard
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Four Sydney residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant

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The coming months may be your last chance to save on a brand-new apartment purchase with the HomeBuilder Grant extension set to end on March 31.

HomeBuilder, provides eligible owner-occupiers, including first home buyers, with a $15,000 grant to purchase a new build or off-the-plan dwelling.

For many first home buyers, the current government incentives mean that it may be cheaper to own than to rent.

However, with investor interest in Australia’s property market rising, Queensland’s residential property market is not expected to stay this way for long.

If you’re looking to cash in on the competitive offers and grants available for only a limited amount of time, here are five Queensland residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant. 
 

1. M Apartments, Kangaroo Point 
Address: 699 Main Street, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 
Two-bedroom apartments from $589,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29156]

M Apartments is a new addition to Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point and is only moments to the Woolloongabba dining precinct and the Brisbane CBD. The development offers 46 one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as three commercial properties located on the ground floor.

While only selected residences qualify for the HomeBuilder Grant, amenities within the project include rooftop entertainment deck, a communal barbeque area and views over the surrounding suburbs. 
 

2. Plaza Central, Maroochydore 
Address: 10-18 Pikki Street, Maroochydore QLD 4558 
Two-bedroom apartments from $435,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22041]

Developed by Pindan, Plaza Central’s first building is scheduled for completion in the last quarter of 2021.

Selected affordable and spacious apartments qualify for the HomeBuilder Grant, with each residence located within walking distance to the new Maroochydore CBD and boasting smart contemporary interiors and views overlooking lush greenery and the coast’s retail hub. 
 

3. Allure Chevron Island 
Address: Corner Burra Street &amp; Dalpura Street, Chevron Island QLD 4217 
Two-bedroom apartments from $495,950

[smartcode_project:default project_id=21132]

Selected residences at Allure qualify for government concessions. Capturing both classic and contemporary style, Allure offers 95 luxury two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

Designed by BDA Architecture, the residence enjoys dense sub-tropical landscaping, contemporary bathrooms and communal areas with expansive views. 
 

4. Carl Residences, Woolloongabba 
Address: 21-25 Carl Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 
One-bedroom apartments from $390,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=27631]

Located in Brisbane’s Woolloongabba, National Enterprises’ Carl Residences offers a collection of 87 one, two and three-bedroom apartments less than three kilometres to the CBD.

The Carl Residences qualifies for the $15,000 Homebuilder Grant for contracts signed between January 1 and March 31, as well as the $15,000 First Home Builders Grant. 
 

5. Cannes, Surfers Paradise 
Address: 17 Cannes Avenue, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 
Two-bedroom apartment prices at request from agent

[smartcode_project:default project_id=24781]                              

Cannes, the number one selling project in the Gold Coast for 2020, offers select residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant.

Designed by DBI Architects, Cannes offers discerning buyers the opportunity to secure a home with a 25-metre lap pool, yoga terrace and a range of spa facilities including a hydrotherapy shower and sauna.
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5 Queensland residences eligible for the $15,000 HomeBuilder Grant

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Australia’s residential property market has shown resilience, despite the shock of the coronavirus pandemic. However, impacted “pockets” of Melbourne have seen falling median values create opportunities for buyers, said CoreLogic head of research, Eliza Owen.

On February 3, minister for housing Michael Sukkar announced the reissue of around 1,800 first home loan deposit scheme (FHLDS) places.

“Recent value falls may have created an opportunity for first home buyers, where there is a maximum purchase price cap to qualify for the scheme”, Owen said.

As of January 2021, there was an average of 107 suburbs observed in the capital cities with a median value at or below the qualifying threshold for the FHLDS, assuming the application is for an established property.

In Melbourne’s inner-region, where median values have declined an average -$33,313 between March 2020 and January 2021, unit medians that have slipped below this threshold, providing the chance for first home buyers to secure a new home.

Melbourne’s property price caps for established units under the scheme sits at $600,000, where suburbs like Docklands, Brunswick and South Melbourne would normally not qualify.

As evident in CoreLogic’s data, revealing city suburbs where the median value fell below the established property price threshold since the onset of COVID-19, Docklands had a pre-pandemic median value at $645,924, which has fallen close to $50,000. Docklands' January 2021 median values are listed at $596,486.

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“As noted in previous research, the Inner region of Melbourne has seen particularly severe declines in rent and property values since the onset of COVID-19”, said Owen.

CoreLogic attributes this to Melbourne’s historically high exposure to housing demand from overseas migrants, such as international students, which has been significantly affected by the pandemic.  

“As more of the housing market is caught in a broad-based upswing, first home buyers could face more challenges getting into the market in the year ahead”, Owen said. 
 

<h2>Apartments in Melbourne listed below the qualifying threshold for the FHLDS</h2>

1. Folia, Doncaster 
Address: 59 Stables Circuit, Doncaster VIC 3108 
Two-bedroom apartments from $580,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=22584]

With two-bedroom apartments priced from $580,000, Folia offers architecturally-designed homes below the qualifying threshold for the first home loan deposit scheme.

Designed and delivered by Mirvac, boasts a curved façade, rooftop conservatory and sustainable features, including a 70kWh solar panel array. 
 

2. Melbourne Quarter, Docklands 
Address: 628 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3108 
One-bedroom apartments from $458,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=3459]

Home buyers can enjoy a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment for as low as $458,000 at Lendlease’s Melbourne Quarter.

Designed by the award-winning Fender Katsalidis, Melbourne Quarter offers residents CBD convenience, a hotel-style lobby, concierge and exclusive access to Club MQ, three whole floors of resort-style amenities. 
 

3. M-City, Clayton 
Address: 2106 Dandenong Road, Clayton VIC 3168 
Two-bedroom apartments from $540,800

[smartcode_project:default project_id=528]

Schiavello’s M-City offers 460 residences across four buildings at an entry price of $371,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence.

Designed by Buchan Group, the apartments boast smart design features, private balconies and resort-style amenities, including a community childcare centre, outdoor pool and tennis court.
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Falling median values impacting “pockets” of Melbourne has created opportunities for first home buyers, says CoreLogic's Eliza Owen

The Melbourne suburbs now qualifying for First Home Loan Deposit Scheme after price falls

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The Federal Housing minister Michael Sukkar has announced that 1800 unused First Home Loan Deposit Scheme spots would be reissued this week.

They date back to the early days of the federal government’s scheme in January 2020.

The initial 10,000 spots were granted a 90-day extension to buy their desired first home on top of their original three months after COVID lockdowns made property hunting difficult.

Almost 1 in 5 of those spots were left unused, a government spokesperson told Domain this week.

The scheme allows singles earning up to $125,000 and couples earning up to $200,000 to borrow up to 95 per cent of a property’s purchase price without having to pay lender’s mortgage insurance.

Properties had to be below price thresholds, ranging from $475,000 in Brisbane to $700,000 for an existing property in Sydney.

The third tranche last October which was restricted to new homes only has seen just 4200 of the 10,000 slots taken up.
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Properties have to be below price thresholds, ranging from $475,000 in Brisbane to $700,000 for an existing property in Sydney.



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1800 unused First Home Loan Deposit Scheme spots to be reissued

First home buyers, investors and downsizers alike will find comfort knowing that you can find a brand-new luxury apartment in New South Wales&nbsp;at an affordable price point.

Urban takes a look at five new developments on the market under $440,000, approximately&nbsp;43&nbsp;per cent lower than <a href="/news/nsw/may-2021-how-did-the-sydney-apartment-market-perform-in-april" target="_blank">Sydney's median unit price of&nbsp;$771,859</a>, calculated by CoreLogic.

1. Georgette, Schofields 
Address: 23-27 Schofields Road, Schofields NSW 2768 
One-bedroom apartments from $440,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=32227]

Georgette is the second stage of Positive Investment Enterprise’s Kew Schofields project, integrating convenient living with natural beauty in one of Sydney’s newest suburbs, Schofields.

Slated for completion later this year, Georgette boasts light-filled apartments in one and two-bedroom configurations.

Designed by PBD Architects, the residences feature ample storage, extended gardens and state-of-the-art energy and storage innovations thanks to a partnership with Tesla.&nbsp;

2. Mason &amp; Main 
Address:&nbsp;249-258 Merrylands Road, Merrylands NSW 2160 
One-bedroom apartments from $394,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=31751 project_image_fid=160996]

Coronation Property’s latest master-planned community, Mason &amp; Main, offers smart-designed apartments&nbsp;set above an exciting new gourmet dining and fresh food marketplace.

Designed by Woods Bagot on Merrylands Road, Mason &amp; Main features a green roof, communal amenities and public space on the ground floor with commercial premises.

One-bedroom apartments in the development, slated for completion in late 2022, start from $394,000.

3. Riva, Parramatta 
Address: 30 Charles Street, Parramatta NSW 2150 
One-bedroom apartments from $405,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=25842]

Offering apartments that are an impressive 20 per cent more spacious than those in neighbouring buildings, Riva offers brand-new luxury residences at an affordable $405,000.

Buyers can choose from studios, dual key and oversized configurations, with each residence in the Meriton project boasting floor-to-ceiling joinery, panoramic views and contemporary design.

The complete and ready to move in Riva development is part of the future 180 George mixed-use precinct, set to deliver world-class facilities, from dining and retail to resort-style facilities.

4. Collection, Rouse Hill 
Address: 49 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 
One-bedroom apartments from $399,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6284]

As the most affordable property on this list, the Marquess Group’s Rouse Hill project, Collection, offers 311 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations in Sydney’s growing north-west.

The DKO Architecture-designed development features luxury and modern design with spacious open-plan layouts, walk-in showers and on-site amenities.

Generous entertainer balconies boast beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and Berowra Valley National Park.

5. Lumina, Penrith 
Address: 26 Lord Sheffield Circuit, Penrith&nbsp;NSW 2750 
One-bedroom apartments from $395,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7320 project_image_fid=75378]

Developed by Urban Property Group,&nbsp;Sheffield Quarter’s Lumina is a rare find that raises the bar on contemporary luxury living.&nbsp;

Situated in one of Australia's fastest-growing regions, the project is located in close proximity to Penrith's dining precinct, stunning parklands, the Nepean River and the Blue Mountains.

Residences at Lumina, Sheffield Quarter offer a choice of one, two, or three-bedroom apartments and&nbsp;features inspired design by DKO Architecture, premium finishes and a lush rooftop garden.

5. Concerto, Merrylands 
Address: 228 Pitt Street, Merrylands NSW 2160 
One-bedroom apartments from $415,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=24321]

Dyldam’s masterplanned precinct, Opera, comprising 1,200 residential units over a 2.5-hectare site has introduced their first stage, Concerto.

Located just five minutes from the Parramatta CBD, the 19-storey project offers one, two and three-bedroom residences with a variety of configurations and floor-plans.

Designed by Plus Architecture, the 363-resident building is expected to reach completion this year, featuring amenities such as a rooftop courtyard, pool, gym and barbeque facilities.

With four levels of secure parking for cars and bicycle spaces, come home to a space filled with light and effortless style at Concerto.

View the top five <a href="/news/nsw/june-2021-the-top-five-two-bedroom-apartments-you-can-buy-in-sydney-under-655000">two-bedroom&nbsp;apartments you can buy in Sydney&nbsp;here</a>.

With Sydney's median unit price at $771,859 in April, Urban takes a look at five new developments on the market that you can secure for under $440,000

July 2021: Top affordable apartments in Greater Sydney for under $440,000

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A record two thirds of Australians say now is a good time to buy property, according to the latest research from comparison website Finder.

Having surveyed over 20,000 respondents in their Consumer Sentiment Tracker nationally, 67 per cent believe now is a good time to buy, an all-time high since Finder began tracking the stat in May 2019.

It was 42 per cent in April. 
Graham Cooke, insights manager at Finder, said that the recent uptick in buyer confidence is a good sign for the economy.  
“This rebound in buyer confidence is indicative of increased economic activity over the past few months, along with an optimistic outlook for 2021," Cooke says. 
“Not only did the Australian government do a better job than most at restricting the spread of COVID-19, but federal and state economic support measures helped prop up the property market.  

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“Now we're seeing that house values in every capital city bar Melbourne are higher than they were compared the same time last year.  
“This trajectory looks set to continue, with 86% of economists telling Finder* that they expect prices to fully recover nationally this year,” Cooke said. 

Nearly 19 per cent of Australians expect house prices to "significantly increase" in their area. That was just five per cent in September. 
Those who expect property values to "somewhat increase" has jumped to 44% from a low of 18% back in April. 
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Graham Cooke, insights manager at Finder, said that the recent uptick in buyer confidence is a good sign for the economy.

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