ASX-listed developer Cedar Woods is progressing its plans for its Southbank arts precinct site.&nbsp;

The developer has filed plans, which are now with the&nbsp;Department of Transport and Planning, for a new 20-level tower at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/141-151-sturt-street-southbank-vic-3006">141–151 Sturt Street</a>, a 2,718 sqm block opposite the Habitat Filter sculpture.

The proposal seeks to demolish the two-level&nbsp;commercial building, including a small supermarket and medical tenancies, and create a new building with 180 apartments and a focus on an&nbsp;active public realm and arts integration.

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There will be a full mix of apartment configurations, including 28 studio apartments, 16 one-bedroom, 104 two-bedroom, and 32 three-bedroom units.

Retail, creative arts, and residential amenity functions are integrated across the lower levels. A food and drink tenancy is planned to front Dodds Street, while a retail tenancy fronting Sturt Street will be accessed via an elevated walkway. The first floor includes a substantial 734 sqm creative arts space, envisioned to support Melbourne’s growing cultural and digital industries.

Architecture firm <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> has put together the plans. In their&nbsp;Urban Design Report they highlighted the project’s ambition to embed itself within Southbank’s evolving cultural fabric.

A central feature of the design is a through-block link connecting Sturt and Dodds Streets, landscaped with native plantings and embedded with universal access ramps.

“The ramp has been thoughtfully integrated as the primary access point, ensuring universal accessibility for all users,” the report noted, with the link offering “a direct response to the urban planning scheme of creating more green spaces within our communities”.

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The building’s podium form responds to the mandatory height limits along Dodds Street and maintains a fine-grain interface to adjoining developments. Above the podium, the tower is articulated with recessed balconies and a focus on views toward the CBD and surrounding arts institutions. A communal rooftop recreation deck and indoor lounge are positioned on level four, adjoining seven apartments and providing over 900 sqm of resident amenity space.

Vehicle access and loading will be provided via Dodds Street, with 155 resident car spaces located across two basement levels and the first three above-ground floors. Bicycle storage is more generous, with 226 spaces distributed across resident, staff and visitor needs.

Rothelowman describes the architecture as “humanist,” with ground-level interfaces designed to encourage social interaction and provide a dignified entry for both residents and passers-by. “All street interfaces are crafted to invite and nurture human connections,” the design report states. “The façade transitions to a human scale, providing an approachable and engaging streetscape”.

Cedar Woods, while well-known for its large communities it develops outside of Australia's capital cities, they have recently developed in Melbourne's inner-ring before. They are approaching completion at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/88-leveson-north-melbourne-88-leveson-street-north-melbourne-vic-3051">88 Leveson</a>, just 15 townhouses in the heart of North Melbourne.

Joel Robinson

Cedar Woods progresses with new apartment plans in Southbank arts precinct

Brisbane developers Core Property Partners and Vector Property Australia has teamed up for Brisbane's newest apartment development.

The duo identified <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/east-brisbane-qld-4169">East Brisbane</a> as their preferred suburb, on the fringe of the Gabba Precinct, where they've just revealed BANKSII, 72 apartments opposite Raymond Park.

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The one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments will sit in a glass-wrapped building that will also feature a rooftop with an&nbsp;infinity-edge pool, a BBQ area and alfresco dining spaces, sun lounges, and a sauna, as well as a resident-only gym and a ground-floor cafe.

Rhett Williams, Director of Vector Property Australia, said the project will lift the quality of the East Brisbane community and set a new benchmark.

"In Brisbane’s current property landscape, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/banksii-east-brisbane-169-wellington-road-east-brisbane-qld-4169">BANKSII</a> stands out through its emphasis on lifestyle-oriented living, connectivity and sophisticated design," Williams says.

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The 10-level building has been designed by MAS Architecture. Their designs were inspired by the native Banksia flower, with the architecture and interiors reflecting the organic symmetry of its namesake flora. MAS has interpreted this throughout the building’s curved form, façade detailing and interior palette.&nbsp;

The building’s flowing geometry and natural tones are complemented by large balconies and floor-to-ceiling glazing, maximising cross-breezes, daylight and views over the city, parklands and river.

“Having a strong narrative for a building helps us architecturally,” MAS noted. "We can choose colours that come off that species of flowers. The trunk and the trees and the flower elements all are now visible in our joinery on the inside and in our architectural finishes on the outside."

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Apartments will feature timber floors, soft porcelain tiles, brushed bronze fittings, and stone benchtops with warm veining.&nbsp;

Kitchens feature premium SMEG appliances and generous storage, while bathrooms have been designed as calming retreats with curved cabinetry and twin sinks in the master ensuites.

The building will feature a suite of rooftop and wellness amenities. Residents will have access to an infinity-edge pool, BBQ and alfresco dining areas, sun lounges and a rooftop sauna.&nbsp;

A residents-only gym will be located on the podium level, while a ground-floor café and landscaped laneway will further activate the site and improve neighbourhood connectivity.

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BANKSII will rise from a prime Wellington Road site, with the building oriented to overlook the adjacent Raymond Park and take in extensive city views. It is also on the doorstep of key&nbsp;lifestyle infrastructure, including the future Kangaroo Point Green Bridge, The Gabba stadium, and the planned Brisbane Live arena.&nbsp;

Public transport options, including ferry, bus and rail - including the future Cross River Rail Woolloongabba station - are all nearby, supporting a car-optional lifestyle just minutes from the CBD.

Williams said the team spent over a year searching for the ideal site before securing this location.

"We were attracted to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/east-brisbane-qld-4169">East Brisbane</a> as it is a vibrant and growing community that offers a perfect balance of urban convenience and natural beauty with the parklands and river on our doorstep.”

The project is part of the broader Woolloongabba Games precinct, which is undergoing significant investment in the lead-up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. This urban renewal, coupled with infrastructure upgrades, is expected to enhance long-term liveability and capital growth in the area.

Given the wide max of configurations, BANKSII is expected to suit everyone from first home buyers and investors to families and downsizers.

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BANKSII sales launch in booming East Brisbane apartment market

The Minns Labor Government will deliver Sydney’s first new heavy rail station in more than a decade – enabling up to 10,000 new homes by rezoning land around Woollahra and Edgecliff stations, right next to the CBD, to tackle the housing crisis and rebalance growth across the city.

Recent reports by the NSW Productivity Commission have warned that Sydney is losing twice as many young people as it is gaining, while also finding that Woollahra is the most feasible Local Government Area (LGA) in New South Wales to build new housing.

Despite this, housing approvals in Woollahra consistently lag well behind other LGAs, and the population has declined by 11 per cent over the past 50 years while Greater Sydney as a whole has grown by 74 per cent.

The new station that will be an eight-minute trip from Sydney CBD, will be located on the Eastern Suburbs train line in Woollahra, where a station build was started in the 1970s but never completed.

To enable the delivery of new homes the NSW Government will lead a rezoning of Woollahra and Edgecliff stations similar to other state led rezonings to allow additional homes to be built around the stations.

Affordable housing will also make up a proportion of development on the site with the final amount of affordable housing required, to be determined as part of the rezoning process.

The area surrounding the new station is within walking distance of major green and recreational space including Cooper, Trumper, Rushcutters Bay and Centennial Parks.

The Eastern Suburbs train line between Bondi Junction and Sydney CBD also has the lowest passenger usage rates during the AM peak of any line on the Sydney network, with only 43 per cent of operating capacity during the AM peak currently being utilised by passengers.

Sydney Water and Infrastructure NSW have confirmed there is capacity in the water and wastewater systems to accommodate the proposed 10,000 dwellings without major upgrades.

The rezoning is expected to take around two years and will further support the Government’s housing targets that rebalance the delivery of new homes around existing infrastructure.

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Next stop Woollahra train station - delivering up to 10,000 new homes in the heart of Sydney

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Fresh off completing its mixed-use Malvern project Malvern Collective, Kokoda Property Group has acquired a prime site on Richmond's Bridge Road.

They are planning a mid-rise residential development with&nbsp;integrated wellness amenities and a vibrant ground-floor retail and dining offering.

The site, at&nbsp;487–495 Bridge Road, spans&nbsp;1,650 sqm with 50 metres of dual frontage across Bridge Road and Palmer Street. It is currently leased to Adairs, and has a large retail building and 20 onsite car parks.
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Kokoda Property Group’s acquisition forms part of a broader phase of growth in Melbourne, building on momentum from the completion of Malvern Collective and the recent purchase of a Burnley Street site for the developer’s first commercial project.&nbsp;

Mark Stevens, Kokoda Property Group’s Founder and Managing Director, said that the company’s Bridge Road site acquisition signals confidence in a city that is re-accelerating.

“Melbourne is regaining momentum,"&nbsp;Stevens said.

"After a cautious period post-COVID, we’re seeing buyer sentiment stabilise and capital leaning back into well-located, quality projects. Victoria now benefits from deep builder capacity and competitive delivery pricing, creating a rare opportunity to bring design-led inner-city developments to market without compromising on craftsmanship.

“Richmond ticks all the boxes for us – connectivity, culture and everyday amenity – making Bridge Road the perfect address for an amenity-rich, multi-use development."

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Envisioned as an “urban lantern” the building will bring a distinctive new presence to Bridge Road with a sculptural retail frontage, designed to honour the street’s heritage character while contributing to its renewal.

Stevens said the acquisition reflects the developer’s commitment to design-led addresses in Melbourne’s inner city.

“Drawing on Richmond’s rich heritage and dynamic character, we’ve envisioned a contemporary building that respects the past while elevating the way people live today. With dual frontages, curated ground-floor spaces, and a focus on wellness, this project will contribute to the neighbourhood’s evolution, appealing to both downsizers and a new generation of professionals.”

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Mark Stevens, Kokoda Property Group’s Founder and Managing Director, said that the company’s Bridge Road site acquisition signals confidence in a city that is re-accelerating

First look: Kokoda secures Richmond site for new apartment development

Gold Coast developer Drew Group is fast approaching sell-out at its Main Beach apartment development, Lagoon Main Beach.

In the last nine months, Drew Group and sales partner Pezet Matheson have secured 31 sales totalling over $75 million, as the two-tower development advances towards completion under the expert eye of Hutchinson Builders.

“Today's buyers are more discerning than ever," Drew Group Managing Director Jon Drew says.

"It's essential to provide something truly unique that sets a development apart, and we believe Lagoon has achieved just that."

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Just over 50 per cent of recent&nbsp;sales have been to local buyers, reflecting the deep trust and connection within the Gold Coast community that Drew Group has developed over the years.

Demand has been particularly robust at the top end, with two of the three exclusive penthouses already sold, alongside five sub-penthouses. Only seven apartments remain in Lagoon's Signature Series — one&nbsp;penthouse and six sub-penthouses.

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Drew Group has also removed the much-maligned sunset clause from all contracts at Lagoon. The sunset clause — although rarely invoked, yet on occasion known to have been — allows developers to take back contracts on apartments should the building not be completed within the timeframe specified in the contract.

Pezet Matheson Co-Director Jayde Pezet says the fact Lagoon is&nbsp;within a year of completion, and has no sunset clause in contracts, provides certainty to buyers.

"This is paramount in the current market," Pezet says.

Drew Group has committed to providing the highest level of security inclusions — none more impressive than the Ubiquity Access Control System, a cutting-edge facial recognition technology that is one of the most state-of-the-art keyless entry systems on the market.

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One of the biggest drawcards to Lagoon has been the size of the apartments.

"It is unlikely that any future new development in Main Beach will be able to offer such spacious living at this price point," Drew says.

"Today's buyers are more discerning than ever, carefully evaluating amenities like gyms, spas, workspaces, and beach lockers, along with quality finishes. It's essential to provide something truly unique that sets a development apart, and we believe Lagoon has achieved just that."

Lagoon is set to complete construction in mid-2026.

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Lagoon Main Beach approaches sell-out as local buyers drive $75m in sales

Keysborough

Keysborough,&nbsp;south-east of Melbourne,&nbsp;is well-known for its sprawling parkland&rsquo;s, picturesque wetlands, sporting amenities, and prestigious schools.

The suburb&nbsp;has been attractive for young families seeking larger homes just outside of Melbourne, given its accessibility&nbsp;to the CBD through the nearby Eastlink freeway.

There&#39;s also the&nbsp;Mordia​lloc Promenade, another hit with&nbsp;families.

Townhomes are much more sought-after in the suburb, with an attractive price point allowing younger first home buyers to get a foot on the ladder.

Urban has had a look at the best townhouses on the market in&nbsp;Keysborough.

<h2>1. The Woodlands </h2>

21-23 Loxwood Ave, Keysborough 

Developer: Aultun Group

The Woodlands, at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, is a premium development of 42 three and four-bedroom townhouses, which have been designed with families in mind.

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One third of the two-level houses are already sold. The homes feature a&nbsp;colour palette of greys with timber accents across the facades. They will have high-windows to maximise natural light

The Woodlands is being developed by Aultun Group, who have a strong reputation for townhouses, both locally and closer to Melbourne.

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Backing onto parklands, The Woodlands is within close proximity to an array of amenities such as Mordialloc beach, Parkmore Shopping Centre, with easy access to East Link and Dingley Bypass.

Keysborough South Primary school is also nearby, along with Haileybury College and Lighthouse Christian College, making this the perfect family location

<h2>2. Haven Townhomes </h2>

42 Homeleigh Road, Keysborough&nbsp;

Developer: Aultun Group&nbsp; |&nbsp; &nbsp;Architect: Cera Stribley Architects

Nestled within an established residential neighbourhood, Haven is a collection of 59&nbsp;townhomes, offering three&nbsp;and four-bedroom configurations.

Around 80 per cent&nbsp;of the first stage of Haven is already sold, with just a handful of&nbsp;three-bedroom townhouses still available.

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Another developed by Aultun Group, Haven Townhomes have been designed&nbsp;to respond to the needs and desires of its residents. The townhomes are part of a unique waterside estate and has been designed by Cera Stribley Architects to provide high quality living for its&nbsp;residents.

Placed within a prominent yet secluded area, Haven sits amongst park lands and wetlands, as well as sporting and education facilities, shops, services, as well as extensive roads and transport connections.

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A contemporary palette of greys with timber accents across the interchanging facades feature throughout the homes. Haven interiors have been designed with a focus on function, space and high-design with kitchens featuring oversized islands, European appliances with gas cook tops and abundant storage and prep zones.

Haven Townhomes also features stone bench-tops and splash backs across both colour schemes offered, and oak timber flooring through the kitchen and living areas in all residences.

Located 40 minutes from the heart of the city and 8 minutes from Melbourne&rsquo;s bayside, residents of the Haven Townhome&#39;s benefit both inside and out of the home.&nbsp;

<h2>3. Calibre </h2>

199-209 Chapel Road, Keysborough

Landing in the heart of Keysborough comes Calibre, a series of architecturally designed residences.

On the cusp of the area&#39;s pristine wetlands and far-reaching parklands, these residences enjoy both amenity and natural surrounds, right at the foot of the door.

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A mix of two, three and four-bedroom homes are on offer at Calibre with each residence exhibiting its own unique distinguishable character while also blending seamlessly together.

Calibre&rsquo;s homes are a distinct reflection of the flourishing, dynamic and multicultural hub that they are situated in, with each residence having upgradable options they come fully equipped with premium appliances, a large walk-in-pantry and cleverly integrated storage throughout. While most of the residences have living spaces on the ground floor and the bedrooms upstairs, a handful of homes facing the wetlands area will take advantage of the views with an upstairs kitchen and balcony.

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Calibre is ideally placed, adjacent to Keysborough&rsquo;s new shopping precinct, medical centre and newly built primary school. Tatterson Park, Keysborough Golf Club and Maurie Jarvis Woodland are all within close proximity, as are a number of educational, retail, dining and entertainment amenities.

It is expected to commence construction in mid 2021 and be completed by about mid 2022.

With access to the nearby Eastlink and an abundance of family-oriented attractions nearby it's no wonder Keysborough has fast become an idyllic premium location in Melbourne. 

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The top three townhouse projects in Keysborough

Landing in the heart of Keysborough comes Calibre, a series of architecturally designed residences.

On the brink of the area&#39;s pristine wetlands and far-reaching parklands, these residences enjoy both amenity and natural surrounds, right at their doorstep.

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With a choice from two, three or four-bedroom homes, each residence exhibits its own unique distinguishable character while also blending seamlessly together.

The living spaces of Calibre are afforded with views of landscaped gardens or balconies, framed by glass sliding doors that allow interiors to flow seamlessly into outdoor spaces and create larger, family-function spaces. Oak timber floors feature throughout the home with built-in joinery connecting the living area to the kitchen. Calibre also lends itself to the opportunity of creating something unique and personalised in each dwelling, with customisable floor plans and upgrade options.

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The kitchens of Calibre feature stone top benches, high-quality joinery and wood grain finishes. Fully equipped with premium appliances, each kitchen features a walk-in-pantry and integrated storage throughout. Resident entertainers will enjoy the luxury of a functional space and custom cocktail bar for when the time comes. The upgrade kitchen of Calibre presents natural quartz stone and matching splash-back complimented by timber veneer joinery. Thoughtfully designed with entertainment in mind, the kitchens are equipped with a 900mm oven and cooktop, as well as a fully integrated dishwasher.

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Designed to create a sense of relaxation, the bathroom of Calibre features stone surfaces and floor-to-ceiling tiles, fitted with matte black tap wares throughout. Ample storage is again poured into the bathroom along with double vanities in each residence and mirror cabinets. The master suite of Calibre is defined by crafted luxury and ultimate comfort.

Plush carpet has been installed in each home, with all featuring spacious walk-in or built-in robes, adding further storage space to the home. Double-glazed windows have been fitted in each residence along&nbsp;with an inbuilt split system.

Residences will be afforded with the convenience of locality to a number of shopping centres, parklands, schools, cafes, restaurants and transport when construction is completed mid 2022.

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The living spaces of Calibre are afforded with views of landscaped gardens or balconies, framed by glass sliding doors that allow interiors to flow seamlessly into outdoor spaces and create larger, family-function spaces.

Inside Calibre, Keysborough's latest townhouse development

The Aultun Group&rsquo;s latest Keysborough development, The Woodlands, is set to deliver a new living experience in the south-east Melbourne suburb.

Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, the estate features a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

The three and four-bedroom homes were designed to be modern and timeless with a complementary colour palette of greys and timber accents across the fa&ccedil;ade.

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Carretero noted that as a rapidly growing suburb, Keysborough was emerging as a vibrant, new residential area.

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Set 27-kilometres from the Melbourne CBD, the suburban gem boasts a number of neighbourhood amenities.

&ldquo;The location is unsurpassed for its close proximity to an array of amenities&rdquo;, according to the developers.

Within walking distance to the property are Dingley shops and Parkmore Shopping Centre, anchored by Woolworths and Coles.

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There is a collection of eateries and caf&eacute;s along the Dingley shopping strip on Centre Dandenong Road, including Match &amp; Co Caf&eacute; and Strange Servant.

Residents can also appreciate the range of recreation opportunities on offer thanks to the green spaces and leafy retreats that dot the neighbouring streetscapes.

&ldquo;[S]hare in a round of golf at the Southern Golf Course or watch the kids play in the fantastic playgounds at Tatterson Park&rdquo;, the project marketing suggests.

Backing on to a peaceful parkside sanctuary, residents will always have their daily fix of the outdoors, as well as the neighbouring Spring Valley Park and Keysborough Community Park.

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Keysborough provides a range of educational offerings, including South Primary school, the established Haileybury College and Lighthouse Christian College.

Eight kilometres from the home, you will also find Monash, a leading Australian university that boasts a student population exceeding 85,000

A short drive from the Woodlands estate, residents will find Mordialloc Beach and discover the bay and beach caf&eacute;s.

The well-developed and popular beach includes a pier, picnic areas and a curving promenade running behind the beach from the pier to the lifesaving club and beyond.

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The revitalisation of the Greater Dandenong has continued to transform the region, adding a strong incentive to invest.

In 2006, the Victorian Government pledged $290 million to this renewal over the next 20 years to 2026, which will leverage $18 billion in private sector development, create 5,000 new jobs and 4,000 new homes.

The Woodlands is expected to reach completion in early 2023.

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Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, the estate features a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

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What’s within walking distance of the masterplanned Keysborough community, The Woodlands?

A new residential project worth $60 million has launched in Melbourne&rsquo;s rapidly growing southeast that will help meet soaring demand for housing.

Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, Keysborough, the Woodlands Estate project is a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

The recent launch of the project&rsquo;s first stage feature&nbsp;17 bespoke double-storey home designs ranging from $949,000 to $1,465,000 on lots of land from 255 sqm to 551 sqm.

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Backing onto the peaceful Keysborough Community Park, the project is close to an array of amenities and offers easy access to Mordialloc Beach, Mordialloc Bypass, East Link and Dingley Bypass. &nbsp;

Delivered by the Aultun Group, the Woodlands is about creating a place families can call home for a lifetime, says director Frank Ruffo.

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&ldquo;The Woodlands is an opportunity for families to secure their dream home built to superior specifications&rdquo;, he said.

&ldquo;The house and land packages provide families the room they need to grow and we&rsquo;re incorporating fully landscaped gardens with modern fixtures and finishes.&rdquo;

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Set in an ideal location surrounded by parklands that delivers a refreshing change of pace for families, the development also enjoys the convenience of being situated close to schools, shopping centres and outdoor lifestyle precincts like Tatterson Park and Southern Golf Couse.

Oliver Hume&rsquo;s Harvey Carretero said Keysborough was a rapidly growing suburb and was emerging as a vibrant, new residential area.

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&ldquo;New projects like the Woodlands coming along will go a long way to satisfying the serious market demand for new house and land,&rdquo; Carretero said.

&ldquo;A feature of Keysborough is its road access from all directions, linking the suburb conveniently to Dandenong, Chadstone Shopping Centre and the beaches by the bay.&rdquo;

The developers are anticipating significant demand for the project from buyers looking to seize new house and land in a growing Melbourne suburb.

The first stage of the Woodlands Estate is expected to be complete in 2023.

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The recent launch of the project’s first stage featured 17 bespoke double-storey home designs ranging from $949,000 to $1,465,000 on lots of land from 255sqm to 551sqm

Woodlands, the new $60 million Keysborough parkside townhouses meeting soaring demand in Melbourne's south east

A premium development of 42 homes, the Woodlands is the newest residential project in Keysborough delivered by the Aultun Group.

Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, the Woodlands features a collection of double-storey, three and four-bedroom homes.

Urban takes a look at eight reasons why you should invest in a Keysborough home at the Woodlands.

1. Surrounded by parklands

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Nestled on the quiet Loxwood Avenue, homes at the Woodlands back onto peaceful parkside.

Surrounded by parklands, walking trails, and close to Mordialloc beach, the property provides residents with unrivalled access to the outdoors.

Families can enjoy strolling through Tatterson Park wetlands, or take a short drive to the beach.

2. Sophisticated architecture

The elegant design of the Woodlands&rsquo; fa&ccedil;ade sets the tone for modern and timeless interiors.

Homes feature a complementary colour palette of greys and timber accents, large floor-to-ceiling windows and generous ensuites.

Each design focuses on space and functionality, with spacious living zones and a modern style that flows from room to room.

3. Revitalisation of the Dandenong region

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The revitalisation of the Greater Dandenong has continued to transform the region, adding strong incentive to invest.

In 2006, the Victorian Government pledged $290 million to this renewal over the next 20 years to 2026, which will leverage $18 billion in private sector development, create 5,000 new jobs and 4,000 new homes.

4. Expected growth

Spotted with new housing estates,&nbsp;Keysborough is now a flourishing Melbourne suburb.

Annual house price growth for three-bedroom homes is 12.5 per cent, while four-bedroom homes are seeing 16.5 per cent growth, according to the developers.

5. Family suburb

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Over one third of Keysborough residents are older couples and families or established couples and families.

The Woodlands was thoughtfully created with aspirational families in mind, and the suburb boasts everything a family needs and more, surrounded by schools, sporting facilities and parks.

6. Delivered by Aultun Group

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A trusted developer, the Aultun Group has created a range of apartments and townhouses in Melbourne&rsquo;s most sought-after suburbs.

&ldquo;We deliver premium, quality developments for discerning investors, and we pride ourselves on our tailored approach to customer service&rdquo;, their website reads.

Other projects from development team include the townhouse Keysborough project, Haven, and Sixth Ave in Chelsea Heights.

7. Education offerings

Keysborough provides a range of educational offerings, including South Primary school, the established Haileybury College and Lighthouse Christian College.

Eight kilometres from the home, you will also find Monash, a leading Australian university that boasts a student population exceeding 85,000.

8. Great neighbourhood amenities

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The Woodlands has been established to bring everything to your doorstep for the rare combination of convenience and privacy.

Explore amazing food offering, caf&eacute;s and shopping at Parkmore shopping centre or a range of shopfronts dotted through the suburb.

Keysborough also boasts amenities, such as the Southern Golf Course, an accessible transport system and community hubs.

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Urban takes a look at eight reasons why you should invest in a Keysborough home at the Woodlands. 

Sanctuary by the park: Eight reasons why you should invest in the Woodlands, Keysborough townhouses

Keysborough, south-east of Melbourne, has become one of the most popular destinations during the COVID-enduced exodus from the city.

The suburb, near Dandenong, has established itself as a combination of affordable property, family-friendly lifestyle choices, and a commutable distance to the city.

Keysborough has attracted a number of young families, young professionals, and even downsizers, in the last few years, with the suburb recording price growth of 17.2 per cent.

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It&#39;s close to surrounding beaches, including Aspendale and Parkdale Beach, as well as a number of parks, the biggest being Tatterson Park, which features an outdoor soccer pitch, a dog park, and an outdoor gym.

There&#39;s education for all, from the newly-built Keysborough Gardens Primary School, to Haileybury College, which the&nbsp;local council has announced plans to build&nbsp;a kindergarten and community event space, next to&nbsp;the Keysborough South Community Centre.

One of the most popular Keysborough developments that is being snapped up by young families is&nbsp;Haven Townhomes, the affordable townhouse collection developed by Aultun Property Group.

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The Keysborough&nbsp;development has been designed&nbsp;by Cera Stribley Architects, who designed&nbsp;luxury developments like Edition in Toorak and Tate in Kew.

There are currently only a handful three-bedroom townhomes still for sale, priced from $714,000.

Each townhome is surrounded by verdant greenery, and the Haven Gardens is a central feature of the development, offering residents a green community space.

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Keysborough has attracted a number of young families, young professionals, and even downsizers, in the last few years, with the suburb recording price growth of 17.2 per cent

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Why Keysborough is attracting young families, as well as first home buyers

Haven Townhomes, in the family-friendly suburb of Keysborough, 27 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, has proven&nbsp;popular in the past few months with more than 75 per cent of the 59 townhomes already sold.

The development has been featured multiple times on Urban&#39;s most popular projects among&nbsp;first home buyers and investors, due to its larger, and more affordable townhouses.

Aultun Property Group developed the townhouse collection, which was&nbsp;designed by the highly regarded Cera Stribley Architects, the design team behind luxury developments like Edition in Toorak and Tate in Kew.

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There are currently only a handful three-bedroom townhomes still for sale, priced from $714,000.

Situated surrounded by thriving wetlands and meandering walking trails, each of the 59 Haven Townhomes are in a prime position for sweeping views, access to nature and convenient amenities.

Each home itself is surrounded by verdant greenery, and the Haven Gardens is a central feature of the development, offering residents a green community space.

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Part of the appeal of Keysborough is it&#39;s strong investment fundamentals,&nbsp;the suburb has continued to develop infrastructure and facilities to meet growing&nbsp;demand, including golf courses, shopping centres and wetlands.

Completion has been&nbsp;estimated for December this year.

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The development has been featured multiple times on Urban's most popular projects among first home buyers and investors, as it has been well received throughout 2021

Haven Townhomes in Keysborough more than 75% sold

First home buyers were well and truly back in the market, in their droves, earlier in the year, with stamp duty concessions and HomeBuilder grants giving those who were yet to get on the ladder a firm footing in&nbsp;the property market.

Demands has unsurprisingly tapered a touch from the segment, but many developers and agents are reporting just as strong interest, given how well the property market held up over the pandemic, paired with record low interest rates that are likely to be in place until 2024.

ABS data showed&nbsp;first home buyer commitments remain 20.4 per cent&nbsp;higher compared to this time last year.

With first home buyer loan commitments still holding strong, Urban has highlighted the&nbsp;developments in the suburbs&nbsp;most popular&nbsp;amongst first home buyers for the month of August.

<h2>Brunswick</h2>

Always a popular spot for the younger, first home buyer demographic, Urban&#39;s most popular suburb in August was Brunswick, in Melbourne&#39;s north.

When COVID lockdowns lift, Brunswick will again be home to&nbsp;live music, upbeat pubs and beer gardens. At the area&#39;s heart, Sydney Road has Middle Eastern and Mediterranean eateries, offbeat shops, shisha lounges and cafes along its considerable length. Neighbouring East Brunswick is more upscale, home to upwardly mobile professionals and craft-beer bars.

One of the most popular projects in the area is&nbsp;4 Ballarat Street, developed by&nbsp;Assemble&nbsp;Futures.

Designed by&nbsp;Fieldwork Architects&nbsp;and with landscaping&nbsp;by Rush Wright, 4 Ballarat&nbsp;places an emphasis on providing a seamless transition to the natural environment, with each apartment running on 100% renewable energy.&nbsp;

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Located in the heart of Brunswick, a popular location for cafes and restaurants, Assemble Futures are offering a&nbsp;rent-with-the-option-to-buy model which has made this development particularly popular amongst first home buyers.

The new rent-with-the-option-to-buy model offers a more accessible pathway to owning a home, that bridges the gap between renting and buying. Once the applicant signs the lease agreement and contract of sale, they secure five years agreed rent with the option to buy their home at the end of the lease period.

<h2>Keysborough</h2>

Keysborough is a family-friendly suburb, 27 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, and is drawing attention for those working from home, and young families, due to its larger, and more affordable, apartments and townhouses.

Haven Townhomes has been consistently drawing attention with affordable three and four bedroom townhomes on offer, with young families particularly interested.

Developed by Aultun Group and&nbsp;designed by Cera Stribley Architects, The Haven estate encompasses a variety of two storey floor plans with the option of choosing a house and land package, or an off-the-plan purchase.

Situated surrounded by thriving wetlands and meandering walking trails, each of the 59 Haven Townhomes are in a prime position for sweeping&nbsp;views, access to nature and convenient&nbsp;amenities.

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It is set for completion in December 2021.

<h2>Preston</h2>

Back to Melbourne&#39;s inner-ring, just past Brunswick, is the equally lively Preston, a popular haunt for sport enthusiasts with its number of AFL clubs and sporting grounds.

The latest residential offering to hit High Street is Due North, set in the heart of Preston. The architecturally designed apartment building developed by Caydon Property&nbsp;boasts rooftop living, Melbourne views and spacious apartments.

Situated within 20 minutes of the Melbourne CBD, residents at Due North can enjoy the diverse choice of restaurants, bars, fashion stores found on High Street.

Due North&nbsp;offers residents the chance to make the most of Northside living, boasting rooftop space, a coworking area in the lobby and three retail spaces.

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The development&nbsp;boasts&nbsp;environmentally conscious&nbsp;features and is designed to decrease energy consumption; helping residents&nbsp;save more on their next power bill.

Preston has remained particularly appealing amongst first home buyers due to it&#39;s comparative affordability when compared to popular nearby suburbs like Coburg, Northcote and Reservoir where the median unit price is $75,000 - $150,000 lower

<h2>Brighton</h2>

Not often associated with first home buyer interest, Brighton, in Melbourne&rsquo;s exclusive Bayside precinct, is one of the most-sought after, and most expensive, areas of real estate in Victoria.

Rarely does an opportunity for a first home buyer come along. But the local Southend Property Group is developing their newest boutique apartment development, Southend, with first home buyers at the forefront of their thinking.

They&rsquo;ve priced their one-bedroom apartments from $549,000, and the two-bedroom apartments from $694,000. They&rsquo;re about a third cheaper than the next most affordable development currently on the market at Brighton, which is priced from $1.8 million for a two-bedroom apartment.

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The median apartment price in Brighton is $895,000, according to SQM Research.

Southern is located at 604-608 Hampton Street,&nbsp;where residents can step directly out to Hampton Street&rsquo;s thriving cafes and shops, stroll down to Were Street Village&rsquo;s gourmet groceries and walk to South Road beach.

ABS data showed first home buyer commitments remain 20.4 per cent higher compared to this time last year.

The most popular Melbourne suburbs for first home buyers in August

The Aultun Property Group townhouse collection, Haven Townhomes in Keysborough, south-east of Melbourne, has been designed by the highly regarded Cera Stribley Architects, who have produced designs for luxury developments Edition in Toorak and Tate in Kew.

They&rsquo;ve designed the Haven Townhomes to be a functional space for families, with three and four-bedroom homes across two levels. And Aultun&rsquo;s pricing of the townhomes, from $675,000, has been attractive for first home buyers, as well as young families.

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Nestled amongst wetlands and meandering walking trails, each of the 59 townhouses are oriented to take in views of the surrounding landscape and have direct access to nature, as well as convenient nearby amenities.

With completion estimated for December this year, Urban has taken a closer look at the floorplans available across the Haven estate

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ALINTA | 3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 143 sqm (pictured above)

YINDI | 3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

ILUKA | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

KARRI | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

ELONORA | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm (pictured below)

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There are floor to ceiling windows allowing maximum natural light to reach the living spaces, which are offered as having light or dark finishes

Cera Stribley Architects say the townhomes blend seamlessly with the surrounding streetscape, with a palette of contemporary greys and timber accents.

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&ldquo;The Haven design promises to be both modern and timeless&rdquo;&rdquo;

Other projects by Aultun Property Group in Melbourne&rsquo;s south-east include their Chelsea Heights master-planned community, Sixth Avenue.&nbsp;

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The Haven estate encompasses a variety of two storey floor plans with the option of choosing a house and land package, or an off-the-plan purchase

Inside the floorplans at Haven Townhomes in Keysborough

Haven Townhomes is among Melbourne-based developer Aultun Property Group&rsquo;s latest offerings in Melbourne&rsquo;s south-east, providing the perfect first home for young families.

Situated at 42 Homeleigh Road, the project delivers a collection of 59 three and four-bedroom homes in a prominent location.

Townhomes in the community begin at $675,000 for a three-bedroom, while four-bedroom homes start from $776,000.

Urban takes a look at five things we love about Haven Townhomes.

1. Great investment location

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A flourishing, multi-cultural suburb in Melbourne&rsquo;s south-east, Keysborough is the ideal location for affordable living for families.

Due to its close access to surrounding beaches, immaculate landscapes and rich amenities, Keysborough has attracted a number of young families, young professions and downsizers in the last few years.

The suburb has continued to develop infrastructure and facilities to meet this demand, including golf courses, shopping centres and wetlands.

According to the project marketing, Keysborough saw a 17.2 per cent increase in growth in 2019, making it one of the top ten metro suburbs for price growth in Victoria.

2. Local developer

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Aultun Property Group is a Melbourne-based developer creating apartments and townhouses in Victoria&rsquo;s premium suburbs.

Founded in 2012, the group has developed its reputation as a visionary in multi-residential projects, successfully forecasting key growth areas and the latest market trends.

&ldquo;Our passion is underpinned by our design-driven vision to create places that enrich lives&rdquo;, the group said.

Other projects by Aultun Property Group in Melbourne&rsquo;s south-east include their Chelsea Heights masterplanned community, Sixth Avenue.&nbsp;

3. Captivating design

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Characterised by its quality craftsmanship, this Keysborough development has been carefully curated by Cera Stribley Architects.

Haven Townhomes were designed with a focus on function and space, offering residents an abundance of natural light, private backyards and spacious floorplans.

&ldquo;Blending seamlessly with the surrounding streetscape with a palette of contemporary greys and timber accents, the Haven design promises to be both modern and timeless for years to come&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

4. Family-friendly lifestyle

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Not only is Keysborough a great location for growth, but its connected lifestyle and community feel means that families may never want to leave.

Just four-kilometres from the project is Tatterson Park, a multi-purpose parkland featuring wetlands, walking trails, picnic space, adventure playgrounds and sports fields.

The local council has announced plans to build further developments including a kindergarten and community event space to add to the Keysborough South Community Centre.

Schools located within walking distance include Chandler Park Primary School, Lighthouse Christian College, Haileybury College and the newly-built Keysborough Gardens Primary School.

5. Landscaped Parklands

Each home itself is surrounded by verdant greenery and residents can enjoy an immaculately landscaped garden on the estate itself.

The Haven Gardens is a central feature of the development, offering&nbsp;a space to relax and rejuvenate in the peaceful atmosphere Keysborough offers.

With 80 per cent of stage one already sold, enquire now to secure a home at Haven Townhomes today.

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