When long-time Ivanhoe locals Graeme and Catherine, decided it was time to downsize, they weren’t necessarily in a rush.&nbsp;

Like many in their stage of life, they had started thinking about apartment living, but anticipated making the shift in two to three years.

That timeline changed when they visited <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Candela</a>, a new boutique development by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>. The project ticked all the boxes they were looking for: location, quality design, and long-term lifestyle benefits, which prompted them to bring their decision forward.

“It was the right place at the right time,” they said. “We knew immediately it ticked all the boxes, and we didn’t want to wait.”

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Their decision to downsize was driven by a combination of practical needs and lifestyle considerations. Their existing home, while much loved, had become increasingly difficult to maintain. It spanned multiple levels, included extensive front and back gardens, and was starting to show the wear that comes with age.&nbsp;

They were looking for a more manageable lifestyle, one with less upkeep and more freedom. A brand-new apartment with no maintenance requirements and the ability to simply “lock up and leave” gave them peace of mind and a greater sense of control over their future.

Financially, the purchase made sense as well. The available stamp duty savings, strong price-to-value offering, and timing of the settlement suited their plans, making the transition smoother and more cost-effective. The apartment's design and inclusions further supported their choice.

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The layout was both functional and flexible: three bedrooms, a butler’s pantry, a separate laundry, and a large open-plan living area. It gave them the freedom to host a family, accommodate guests, or set up a home office. The expansive balcony and elevated views added to the appeal, providing a sense of openness and connection to the outdoors.

“It just had a really good flow,” Catherine noted, something they found lacking in many other apartments they’d considered, particularly in the established market.

Candela’s boutique scale was another deciding factor. With a smaller number of residences and a top-floor penthouse position, the couple felt the development offered the privacy and space they were looking for, without feeling isolated.

“We liked that it wasn’t a huge development. It felt well-balanced, modern but still with a sense of community, not overwhelming,” they said.

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Equally important was the ability to remain in Ivanhoe, a suburb they know well and have deep roots in. After 46 years in the area, proximity to local parks, shops, and familiar faces mattered just as much as the apartment itself.

“We didn’t want to give up the community we’ve known for decades. Candela allowed us to upgrade our lifestyle while staying in the place we call home.”

With a Walk Score of 90, the village location supports a convenient, connected lifestyle. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> Station is just a eight-minute walk away, and the neighbourhood offers access to parks, cafes, restaurants, and schools along Upper Heidelberg Road, all within easy reach.

Beyond the apartment, the couple also saw value in the broader vision for Candela, one that integrates residential living with public spaces and local amenities.&nbsp;

The development introduces 58 new apartments as well as a mix of commercial and social spaces that integrate contemporary architecture with the suburb’s existing character.&nbsp;

At ground level, residents will find a charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. Meanwhile, the rooftop garden offers a stunning vantage point for residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, host gatherings, or enjoy barbecues with family and friends. It's not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community where every moment is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

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Staff Writer

Why Ivanhoe locals are choosing to downsize to Candela

Mark and Roy Makari are expanding their presence in Sydney’s South West with a second major proposal for Leppington, this time envisioning a 900-dwelling mixed-use development just 850 metres from their previously lodged tower trio on Fifth Avenue.

Project management and construction management firm Creative Vision filed the plans for the&nbsp;multi-building project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/230-rickard-road-leppington-nsw-2179">230 Rickard Road, Leppington</a>. The proposal seeks to establish a new focal point for the precinct through a high-density, transit-oriented development supported by diverse land uses.

According to the Scoping Report prepared for the Department of Planning, the scheme includes around 900 apartments across multiple towers, including 135 dwellings designated for affordable housing. A mix of market and subsidised apartments will be supported by ground-level activation through retail and office space, a childcare centre, and a hotel, forming a comprehensive urban precinct.

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The Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc-0">Studio SC</a> notes that the project “intends to deliver a high-quality, high-density built form that supports the vision for the Leppington Town Centre, integrating mixed-use outcomes and public domain upgrades.” The development is expected to be delivered in stages, although a precise timeline is yet to be confirmed.

The project will be assessed through a future State Significant Development Application, with the Scoping Report indicating the team will seek design excellence via a competitive process or through an expert design review panel. Early massing diagrams suggest a series of mid- to high-rise buildings framing a central landscaped spine, with emphasis on pedestrian permeability and public space.

The planning documentation flags a strong sustainability agenda, stating that the development will “respond to the urban heat island effect, incorporate water sensitive urban design, and prioritise active transport”.

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The proposal follows in the footsteps of the Makaris’ nearby Fifth Avenue site, where they’ve submitted plans for three towers comprising nearly 500 apartments, with 10 per cent dedicated to affordable housing. That project features commercial podiums, a childcare centre, and a new public park that would occupy more than a third of the site.

Both developments are situated within walking distance of Leppington Train Station and fall under strategic precinct plans promoting higher density housing. The town centre is undergoing substantial transformation, driven by state government planning reforms aimed at fast-tracking housing delivery.

Together, the two projects represent a combined ambition of nearly 1,400 new homes across just under two kilometres of central Leppington.

First look: 900-home mixed-use precinct planned for Leppington

Leading Australian integrated property development group, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aqualand-australia">Aqualand</a>, has released the signature penthouses crowning its landmark AURA by Aqualand precinct at 168 Walker Street in North Sydney, unveiling Il Magnate and La Divina as the largest and most luxurious penthouses in the suburb.

With prices anticipated to commence from $15 million, and each accompanied by a new Porsche Carrera 911 valued at over $500K, the residences mark the culmination of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a>’s decade-long journey and the beginning of its final sales chapter. 
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Their release follows more than $850 million in record-breaking residential sales and the building’s completion and occupation.

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The Richards Stanisich-designed 284 sqm Il Magnate and 224 sqm La Divina penthouses, collectively known as The Icons of AURA, are conceived as grand luxury homes rather than apartments, with expansive proportions, elevated materiality and curated identities that reflect their status as one-off residences.&nbsp;

Il Magnate features a grande master suite, complete with substantial walk-in dressing area and ensuite, three other bedrooms, second ensuite and another bathroom, powder room, open plan kitchen, scullery, substantial dining area and generous living room divided by a feature fireplace, and a multifunction wintergarden, which is ideal for a study and adjoining office breakout space. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, the La Divina residence offers the same amenities, sans the powder room, on a slightly smaller alternate floor plan configuration.

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Each occupies half of AURA by Aqualand’s topmost 28th level, comes with four secure car spaces and pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour panoramas with large-scale living spaces, refined detailing and a level of craftsmanship and amenity rarely offered in the North Shore market.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will also receive Etymon’s ‘Black Key’ private concierge and lifestyle management service, an invitation only offering providing the ultimate in bespoke personalisation, including a range of everyday discrete services, from dinner party management, grocery deliveries, pet feeding or plants watered, dinners, snacks and coffee deliveries, event ticket sourcing, right up to organising travel visas and international airfares. Rarely seen in Australian properties, the service provides residents the benefits of living in a world-class luxury hotel-style home, akin to The Ritz, or the Waldorf Astoria.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>’s Director, Kirsten Stanisich, said the studio set out to craft residences that feel profoundly considered, contemporary and deeply connected to their setting.

“From the outset, we approached these penthouses with the sensibility of a grand Parisian residence - generous in scale, elegant in proportion and designed to feel more like a handcrafted home than an apartment," Stanisich said.

“Their elevated position and sweeping harbour outlook informed every decision, creating a rare connection between urban sophistication and natural calm. We shaped each space with expressive materiality, sculptural forms and bespoke detailing that invite touch and interaction.&nbsp;

“The result is a pair of residences defined by volume, light and an inherent softness - refined, flexible and deeply personal. These penthouses are unlike anything else in North Sydney, offering a sanctuary of true luxury framed by some of the city’s most remarkable views.”

For Aqualand’s Head of Sales &amp; Marketing, Alex Adams, the collaboration with Porsche underscores the shared ethos behind the residences.

“Aqualand’s collaboration with Porsche underpins both brand’s sharing an obsession with craftsmanship, design excellence, and enduring value," Adams said.

“Our penthouses are created for those who appreciate the finer details and expect the extraordinary at every touchpoint. Including a Porsche simply extends that experience beyond the residence - it’s a continuation of the lifestyle our buyers already live.”&nbsp;

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Aqualand’s Managing Director, Jin Lin, said the penthouses represent both the pinnacle of AURA by Aqualand and an important design benchmark for the company’s future pipeline.&nbsp;

“These stunning penthouses reflect the purest expression of Aqualand’s design ambition," Lin said.

“The unparalleled design intent makes them not only the glistening crown of AURA by Aqualand, but the crown of North Sydney itself. They’re essentially a thank you gift to a burgeoning community that deserves this level of quality and architectural consideration.&nbsp;

“We’re leveraging the unrivalled standard set here as the foundation for what comes next, including our upcoming Anderson Street, Chatswood; 15 Blue Street, North Sydney and Central Barangaroo projects. Purchasers of these penthouses will essentially be living inside the blueprint of Aqualand’s future.

“These landmark residences demonstrate how far North Sydney has evolved and the strength of demand for highly curated, bespoke luxury homes. They’re more than penthouses, they’re legacy residences.&nbsp;

“With AURA by Aqualand now a thriving new precinct with residents well and truly settled, and our in-house world-class lifestyle amenity activated, Il Magnate and La Divina represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure an extraordinary piece of North Sydney’s future.”

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Joel Robinson

Aqualand launches North Sydney penthouses with free Porsche Carrera 911

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> Beach has quietly evolved into one of the Sunshine Coast’s most complete coastal lifestyle precincts, defined not just by proximity to the ocean, but by how residential living, local retail and everyday amenity are stitched together.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bask-bokarina-38-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina-qld-4575">Bask Bokarina</a> now represents the final residential chapter in that transformation.

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Over recent years, the Bokarina Beach precinct has taken shape as a walkable, community-oriented neighbourhood, anchored by beachfront access, Lake Kawana to the west, and a growing mix of cafés, specialty retail and public open space.&nbsp;

With Zinc Bokarina already delivered next door by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> (GVG), Bask is the last opportunity to buy a brand new apartment within the precinct, effectively rounding out a fully formed coastal village.

GVG has positioned Bask to strengthen that lifestyle framework. Ten ground-floor retail spaces are planned beneath the residences, extending Bokarina Boulevard’s existing activity and reinforcing the area’s everyday convenience, from casual dining and coffee to local services, within a short walk of the beach.

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The residential component comprises 135 apartments across two buildings, Mydas and Caretta, with a clear shift toward larger three- and four-bedroom layouts and penthouses. That mix reflects a maturing buyer profile in Bokarina, where demand is increasingly led by owner-occupiers and active downsizers seeking space, permanence, and connection to place rather than short-term coastal accommodation.

Design and amenity have followed the same logic. Residents will have access to a heated plunge pool, gym, private dining room with a full kitchen, landscaped communal gardens with barbecues and a firepit, and a shared herb and vegetable garden, facilities intended to support daily use rather than resort-style turnover. Pet-friendly features, including a dog wash bay, acknowledge both buyer expectations and the area’s dog-friendly beach, located around 250 metres from the site.

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“Bokarina has become one of the Sunshine Coast’s most desirable beachside communities, and Bask represents the very last chance to buy new in this location,” GVG Director Sam Gardner said.&nbsp;

“Our focus has been to create spacious, functional apartments that meet the needs of locals who want to downsize without compromise, as well as those seeking a full-time coastal retreat.”

Positioned between the Pacific Ocean and Lake Kawana, Bask apartments have been oriented to capture outlooks toward the water or the Glass House Mountains, reinforcing the project’s connection to its natural surroundings. With parks, beachfront paths, hospitals, retail and public transport already in place, Bask arrives at a point where the broader precinct is no longer emerging, but established.

Construction is expected to complete in Q3 this year, with apartments ready to move into this Spring.

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Bask to complete Bokarina’s Sunshine Coast lifestyle precinct as final apartments are released

Property development giant <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/avid-property-group">AVID Property Group</a> is approaching completion, and sell-out, of its Surry Hills apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-rathbone-23-47-flinders-street-surry-hills-nsw-2010">The Rathbone</a>.

The Flinders St project has sold well over half of its 32 apartments, which will sit above two retail spaces.

Now hitting the market are the final 14 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, which start from $1.15 million. AVID is targeting a mid-2026 completion.

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AVID General Manager New South Wales Danny Boubli said as more apartments are introduced to increase housing options in inner-city areas, homebuyers are searching for a &nbsp;sense of belonging in addition to location, convenience and value.&nbsp;

“There are very few opportunities for new developments in Surry Hills, and since acquiring the site, we’ve even seen one early purchaser merge two apartments plans together, reflecting the demand for a spacious, premium offering in a prime location,” Boubli said.&nbsp;

“Demand has been strong since we launched to market – we don’t see these final apartments staying on the market for long.”&nbsp;

Architectural firm Studio SC has designed the building which pays homage to the former 1900s Rathbone Terraces that once sat on the 990 sqm island site.

Boubil said the team has made every effort to create "truly liveable apartments", through&nbsp;functional floor plans, security, storage, and the inclusion of quality fittings.

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Sustainable design has also been implemented throughout the development, with natural light flooding each apartment, ventilation throughout, extensive landscaping and where possible, materials with a high level of recycled content and low volatile organic compound paints have been used. &nbsp;

Apartments range in size from 57 sqm for the one-bedrooms to the large-scale 165 sqm three-beds which are priced at $2,575,000.

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AVID launches final apartments at The Rathbone, Surry Hills

Maroochydore

The Sunshine Coast market has performed as well anywhere in the country over the last five years.

Following a nation-wide decline in property values when the RBA started hiking rates, the Sunshine Coast has bounced back strongly, posting two per cent gains over the last three months, after seeing the market contract over 13 per cent.

But the upswing in values was so large, Sunshine Coast housing values are over 35 per cent, or around $239,000, higher than they were prior to the onset of COVID in March 2020, data&nbsp;exclusively commissioned from CoreLogic found.

CoreLogic Research Director Tim Lawless says it's yet to be seen whether the recent upswing can be sustained in the face of higher interest rates.

"Offsetting the downside effects of high interest rates and low sentiment is a persistently low number of listings," Lawless said.

"At the end of May, advertised supply levels were tracking 26.9 per cent below the previous five year average and one per cent lower than a year ago."

Lawless says the outlook remains strong for the Sunshine Coast property market.

"With interstate and internal migration rates expected to support demand across the region, the outlook for housing demand remains strong against a backdrop of reasonably tight housing supply.

"While we could see the pace of growth in housing values reduce, or even go backwards, if interest rates hold higher for longer, the medium to long term outlook for the Sunshine Coast remains positive."

The continued strong performance of Maroochydore, the Sunshine Coast CBD which has seen unit values jump over 40 per cent since 2018, paired with the relative affordability compared to Sydney, has Sydney-based investors not only window shopping, but going in the store and buying. And they're doing so in large numbers.

Sydney investors have made up&nbsp;nearly 50 per cent of all purchases in The Corso, the new two-tower development from prominent local builder developer Habitat Development Group.

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The development is only the second tower in the evolving Maroochdyore CBD, which is one of just a handful of greenfield CBD's in the world. In Layman's terms, the Sunshine Coast City Council are building the CBD from scratch, and therefore are able to effectively create a city built with more modern technology than other cities across the world. Think automated waste tunnels underground rather than rubbish trucks.

The multi-billion dollar investment is turning what was once a retirement town into a thriving city with a self-sustaining economy. Health related services and construction are the two biggest employers in the burgeoning region, whose economy now mirrors that of Adelaide

There's the internationally-designated airport which has been a huge drawcard for investment, as well as overseas population growth, aided by the award-winning Sunshine Coast University, who are making waves all over the world for their green environmental work. The university recently ranked among the world’s top two per cent of universities according to the Times Higher Education Rankings.

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The next step for Maroochydore is the public transport links, with a light rail under proposal to connect the housing precincts with the key employment hubs like&nbsp;the university, hospital, and the new CBD.&nbsp;Last year's budget proposed a $3.2 billion plan to connect Maroochydore to Brisbane by train, a commute of just over an hour.

The proposition of an affordable entry point compared to Sydney, paired with a significant infrastructure pipeline, have been the major drivers for Sydney investors.

Habitat Development Group's Sales Director Michael Schenk however says the buyers so far aren't a typical investor.

"They're also looking for an asset that they can use,"&nbsp;Schenk says.

"Nearly all of the purchasers have looked at the apartments long-term, with a view that they could capitalise on strong rental prices over the next decade, before moving into the apartment and either making a sea change or retiring."

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The Sunshine Coast is no different to the rest of the country with how tight rental markets are, Schenk says however it's not a new trend locally.

"The tight rental market in the Sunshine Coast isn't following the pattern of the other capital cities across the country.

"Across our portfolio for the last six years or so, vacancy rates have been well below one per cent.

"Maybe the recent crisis has brought it down closer to 0 per cent than one per cent, but the demand for rentals in the Sunshine Coast has been apparent for a number of years."

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A local leasing agency expect the two-bedroom apartments in The Corso to secure a tenant between $720 to $790 a week, depending on which floor plan and level the apartment sits.

Prices for the two-bedroom apartments start from $849,900, which would give an investor a rental yield of between 4.4 per cent and 4.8 per cent.

The agency also noted that, given the development is to be completed within the next year, investors could realistically factor in rental growth expectations between five and 10 per cent per annum on current prices.

Habitat are currently building The Corso, and are up to level seven of the build which is expected to be completed by July 2024.

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Why Sydney investors are dominating in Maroochydore's The Corso development on the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast CBD Maroochydore is set for a rare boutique apartment development.

Dubbed The Paddington, at 21 Wright Street near Maroochydore Road and Duporth Avenue, will have just 10 apartments. There will be nine two-bedders and a one-bed apartment. Each apartment spans two levels.

It&#39;s a unique design by Sprout Architects, the local architecture firm founded by architect Anthony Robinson back in 2007.

&ldquo;A two-level unit as opposed to a single storey unit allows pushing and pulling of facade elements to create more character and greater setbacks between the property boundaries and the building,&rdquo; Robinson noted in the development application submission.

&ldquo;The two-level dwelling typologies are sympathetic to Australia&rsquo;s traditional terrace house character. As opposed to the redundant six pack developments of the 70s 80s 90s that contained single level, repetitive floor plates.&rdquo;

Robinson added that compared to traditional stacked single level developments, the two-level unit type will achieve a less bulky form, due to the void created in the balcony design. &nbsp;

The two-level design will also create a greener project, with residents given the opportunity to grow vertical plants up to 5.4 meters instead of 2.4 in traditional apartments.

&ldquo;This can be achieved via trellis or light weight vertical planting, such as bamboo on balconies,&rdquo; Robinson added.

The apartments follow an open plan design, with the dining area flowing to the kitchen at the centre of the floorplate, before leading to the living space which connects to the main balcony.

The second level of the apartments will home the bedrooms and bathroom, with the master-bedrooms featuring an ensuite, as well as an additional juliet balcony.

An outdoor communal space will be located on level one of the building, with the space featuring outdoor seating, gardens, a bar and barbecue areas.

Open space was a focus in the design of The Paddington, with Sprout plotting additional communal area on level three, with lounges, dining and barbecue facilities.

The built form is made up of concrete filled blocks with the lower levels taking on a lighter palette, before topping out in a dark, charcoal finish. Anodised Aluminium battens in flat bronze wrap the sides of the building, with the outdoor communal space a feature in the fa&ccedil;ade when viewed from the street.

It's a unique design by Sprout Architects, the local architecture firm founded by architect Anthony Robinson back in 2007

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First look: Maroochydore set for unique apartment development, The Paddington

Habitat Development Group has turned the first sod on their $129 million mixed-use project, The Corso, the group&rsquo;s second within the new Maroochydore CBD.

Habitat Development Group Director, Cleighton Clark said The Corso was expected to follow on from the success of the group&rsquo;s first Maroochydore CBD project, Market Lane Residences, which will soon see the first residents moving into their new apartments.

&ldquo;Market Lane Residences has been an overwhelming success. It&rsquo;s sold out and its popularity flowed through to The Corso with strong enquiry and a current sales rate that sits at around 65% already,&rdquo; he said.

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Designed by Sunshine Coast-based K Architecture, tower one comprises 116 apartments including five penthouses, while tower two will home 42 apartments and&nbsp;715 sqm of ground level retail.

Residents on the northern side will benefit from views toward the Maroochy River and Picnic Point and north-east to the Ocean, while residents on the southern side will overlook the Sunshine Coast Parade, the Corso, as well as the future waterways.

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The project features a large resort pool on the ground floor, as well as a 600 sqm communal terrace on the fourth level&nbsp;which connects the two towers. There is also a 130 sqm dining room adjoining the terrace for the exclusive use of residents.

Clark said around 380 people would be employed on the project and that Habitat would look to source as many trades and materials as possible locally.

&ldquo;We have a commitment to supporting local trades in all our projects as much as we can,&rdquo; he said.

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&ldquo;We were concerned the labour shortages might affect the project given its size, but despite the labour shortages in the construction sector, it&rsquo;s been really exciting to see how many local trades are interested in being involved in this new CBD project,&quot; Clark added.

&ldquo;That means we&rsquo;ll be able to resource the project without having to go outside the Sunshine Coast, which is great news for the local economy.&quot;

As the only residential apartment building within the new&nbsp;Maroochydore&nbsp;City Centre that&#39;s currently for sale, The Corso presents a rare opportunity, with future&nbsp;buyers&nbsp;within walking distance to renowned local hospitality operator, Tony Kelly&rsquo;s bustling eateries, Market Bistro and Giddy Geisha in the Foundation Place building on Market Lane.

Completion for The Corso is&nbsp;slated for mid-2024.

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Designed by Sunshine Coast-based K Architecture, tower one comprises 116 apartments including five penthouses, while tower two will home 42 apartments and 715 sqm of ground level retail.



Habitat Development Group commences construction at second Maroochydore CBD apartment project

The local Sunshine Coast developer&nbsp;Habitat&nbsp;Development Group has launched its latest Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast project.

The new $94 million development The Corso will bring 158 apartments to the heart of the growing Sunshine Coast hub at&nbsp;20 South Sea Islander Way.

Designed by Sunshine Coast-based K Architecture, tower one comprises 116 apartments including five penthouses, while tower two will home 42 apartments and&nbsp;715 sqm of ground level retail.

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The Corso is Habitat&rsquo;s second Maroochydore project, a rare opportunity as the only residential apartment building within the new Maroochydore City Centre that&#39;s currently for sale.

Following an open plan layout, the one, two and three-bedroom apartments feature stainless steel appliances, 40mm stone benchtops and kitchen islands, as well as floating vanities in the bathroom.

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Along with ocean and hinterland views from the apartments, residents will also benefit from extensive onsite amenity, which includes a&nbsp;large resort-style pool,&nbsp;integrated barbecue facilities, a vast private garden terrace and an exclusive resident&rsquo;s dining room and lounge. &nbsp;

Construction is expected to kick off in June, with completion slated for mid 2024.

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Habitat Development Group sales agent Conor Cochrane said they&#39;ve heard from every kind of buyer since the project launched.

&quot;The response from the market since launching has been phenomenal with an overwhelming number of enquiries resulting in sales across all product types from 1 bed units right through to Premier Penthouse Units at over $2 million,&quot; Cochrane said.

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&ldquo;We&rsquo;re excited to be commencing construction at The Corso in the comings weeks, further strengthening our commitment to the Sunshine Coast and supporting local trades and suppliers.

<h2>About the developer</h2>

Founded in 2005, Habitat is a leading Sunshine Coast- based property development company that specialises in the residential sector.

The group previously sold out&nbsp;their $83 million&nbsp;Maroochydore&nbsp;project Market Lane, with The Corso expected to follow suite. &nbsp;

The team are hoping to have development approval for their <a href="/news/qld/habitat-development-group-set-for-200-apartment-st-clair-apartments-in-birtinya-on-the-sunshine-coast">200-apartment St Claire development in Birtinya</a> in the next few months.

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The new $94 million development The Corso will bring 158 apartments to the heart of the growing Sunshine Coast hub at 20 South Sea Islander Way

Habitat Development Group launch The Corso apartments in the heart of Maroochydore

The Sunshine Coast developer, Cube Developments, has appointed National Construction Management to start building their luxury Maroochydore apartment development, Nature.

It will be NCM&#39;s third Cube build, following the now complete Curve Birtinya and the currently under construction Picasso apartment development in Mooloolaba.

Nature, located in the small waterfront suburb of Cotton Tree,&nbsp;was originally pinned for 13 opulent residences set over eight-storeys, but has dropped to 12 following a &lsquo;mega apartment&rsquo; amalgamation.

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To date, Nature by Cube has sold close to $39 million worth of apartments off-the-plan with all but one snapped up, including the sale of the enormous $7 million penthouse; a record price for the developer&rsquo;s portfolio.

Designed by Cottee Parker, Nature boasts a host&nbsp;resort-style amenities, including a 25-meter lap pool, gym, steam room and spa, yoga lawn, gardens, greenspaces and sun lounging areas - all programmed into a ground floor activity space.

Cube Development&rsquo;s Director Scott Juniper said it was a significant milestone to be starting construction, following the project&rsquo;s DA approval in July and the near sell-out success.

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&ldquo;Nature will be home to some of the most luxurious apartments the Sunshine Coast has seen and we believe NCM has the capabilities and track record to deliver on this, including the bespoke nature of these apartments following amalgamations and customisations.&rdquo;

Director at Cottee Parker, Sandra Browne, said the quality of architecture far exceeds what is offered in the surrounding market.

&ldquo;We wanted to deliver a product that stood out amongst the crowd in terms of amenity, as well as being of a higher architectural spec and with an unrivalled, premium aesthetic.

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&ldquo;The materiality of the building and the expansiveness of the open&nbsp;glass facade and viewing speaks to a quality of architecture that exceeds what is offered in the surrounding market,&rdquo; she said.

Construction on Nature by Cube is due to commence in the coming weeks and is scheduled to be complete by 2023.

One apartment remains for sale, priced from $3.5 million.

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Construction on Nature by Cube is due to commence in the coming weeks and is scheduled to be complete by 2023.



Cube to start building luxury Cotton Tree, Maroochydore apartment development, Nature

The Sunshine Coast developer Cube Developments have been given sign off by the local council for their boutique Cotton Tree, Maroochydore apartment development, Nature by Cube.

The 12 luxury apartments at 49 The Esplanade, on the&nbsp;Maroochydore coastline, has already seen huge buyer interest, with nearly half of the apartments already sold.

Nature is catering for pent up demand for luxury beachfront living since the mass northerly migration to the Sunshine Coast.

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2020 saw Queensland undergo its&nbsp; biggest population boom in 16 years, with 30,000 people relocating to the Sunshine State.

Scott Juniper, director of Cube Developments,&nbsp;said the Cottee-Parker designed project is attracting buyers wishing to maintain a high-end, highly connected lifestyle in a home that is on par to their Sydney and Melbourne residences.

&ldquo;There is a real upmarket quality to the area of Cotton Tree, and it&rsquo;s all on Nature&rsquo;s doorstep - from the parklands, aquatic centre, retail on one side, sports activity on the other - it&rsquo;s all a stone&rsquo;s throw away,&rdquo; Juniper said.

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Juniper told&nbsp;Cottee Parker Architects&nbsp;to deliver&nbsp;the best the Sunshine Coast has ever seen.&nbsp;

&ldquo;While remaining connected, the site itself maintains a high level of exclusivity and privacy, being less built up than other areas and with fewer neighbours.

&quot;Maroochydore is currently undergoing a large urban renewal process, with the development of the &lsquo;Maroochydore City Centre&rsquo; business precinct and $2.5 billion of private sector investment that will help to re-energize the area and develop a thriving and vibrant community.

&ldquo;This will all contribute to an enviable offering in this coastal pocket, further amplified by the Sunshine Coast airport, which will assist jetsetters even further as air travel opens up.

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&ldquo;With little more than a handful of residences left - certainly not enough to satisfy the demand we&rsquo;re seeing come through - we&rsquo;re seeing snap decisions made to avoid missing out,&rdquo; he said. Nature by Cube is priced from $2.95 million.&nbsp;

Cube are well known in the area for their quality developments. They&#39;re currently selling Seasons in Birtinya, a&nbsp;much more budget-conscious apartment development in&nbsp;Birtinya.

They&#39;re planning a boutique project at Bokarina Beach, located between Calounda and Mooloolaba and adjacent to&nbsp;Bokarina Beach.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/cube-developments-plan-oasis-boutique-apartment-development-at-bokarina-beach-sunshine-coast">Cube Developments plan boutique apartment development at Bokarina Beach, Sunshine Coast</a>

Cube Developments get green light for luxury Cotton Tree, Maroochydore apartments

Fresh off the back of two UDIA QLD Awards, the South East Queenslander developer Mosaic has secured yet another sell-out, before the project even hit the open market.

Their second Maroochydore&nbsp;development, LOrient, part of Mosaic&#39;s&nbsp;Masterpeice Series developments,&nbsp;lasted just a few weeks before selling, with prices starting from $2.75 million.

LOrient, named after the French port famous for its maritime history,&nbsp;netted the Sunshine Coast&#39;s most expensive apartment sale, with a 571 sqm apartment selling for $7.5 million.

It bettered the existing $6 million record,&nbsp;set at Avalon by Mosaic a few doors down. Avalon by Mosaic&nbsp;just won&nbsp;the&nbsp;High Density &ndash; 10 storeys or less award at UDIA QLD awards.

&quot;We are humbled by how receptive the market has been to our developments, which has resulted in our projects selling out in record time,&quot; Mosaic Property boss Brook Monahan told Urban.

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&quot;We are working hard to bring launches forward to meet the robust ongoing demand for Mosaic product&nbsp;in highly sort after locations.&quot;

Mosaic had to drop the number of apartments in the eight-level building from 21 to 15, due to the interest in making the apartments even bigger than what was offered.

The boutique development, set on the Maroochy River at 90&nbsp;Duporth Avenue, had been set for 21 three-bedroom apartments. Now there will be just 12 three-bedders, two four-bedroom apartments, and one massive five-bedroom apartment.

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Level one will home the&nbsp;resident amenity, which includes a 60 sqm gym, a lap pool with spa, lounges, and a cabana.

Construction is now expected early next year, well ahead of schedule, due to the speed of the sales.

LOrient is the first apartment project on the Sunshine Coast designed by&nbsp;bureau^proberts.

&quot;The site at 90 Duporth Avenue connects an established avenue of apartments to the water&rsquo;s edge of the Maroochy River,&quot; the design statement by&nbsp;bureau^proberts read.

&quot;The architecture responds with sensitivity to its site, both natural and man-made, with apartments rising to eight&nbsp;storeys to contribute a scale that is consistent with its neighbourhood.&quot;

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There will be continued interest in the area from Mosaic heading in to 2022.

&quot;We remain very passionate about the Sunshine Coast which is undergoing such a dynamic evolution,&quot; Monahan said.

&quot;We are proud to have created a benchmark offerings, including Drift, Avalon, and now Lorient, amongst others, and look forward to continuing to lead the way for high-quality multi-residential development in the region.&quot;

Mosaic recently took out two awards at the UDIA QLD awards, both for its previous Sunshine Coast developments.

Drift by Mosaic, Coolum Beach&rsquo;s first new apartment development in 13 years, won the&nbsp;Medium Density Development award. Mosaic engaged extensively with the local community to deliver a responsive design, taking advantage of the sloping 4,161 sqm site.

The $104 million, Avalon by Mosaic apartment project, built on a historic pocket of land on the Maroochy River, won the&nbsp;High Density &ndash; 10 storeys or less award.

Mosaic had to drop the number of apartments in the eight-level building from 21 to 15, due to the interest in making the apartments even bigger than what was offered


Mosaic net sell-out of their latest boutique Maroochydore apartment development, LOrient

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Habitat Development Group has secured approval from Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) for a second project in the new Maroochydore CBD, buoyed by recent sales success at their $83 million Market Lane project.

The new $94 million development, the Corso Residences, will include two towers, one 15-storey tower offering 116 apartments, including five penthouses, and an eight-storey tower, comprising 42 apartments and 715sqm of retail space.

Designed by Sunshine Coast-based K Architecture, the project will include a large resort pool on the ground floor and a communal rooftop terrace on level four connecting the two towers.

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<figcaption>The Corso Residences, Maroochydore</figcaption></figure>“The recent sales rates at Market Lane have been very healthy and we expect to be sold out in March 2021, 12 months ahead of completion”, said Habitat Development Group director Cleighton Clark.

“The timing for the sales launch of the Corso Residences is scheduled for the second quarter of 2021 and we expect strong enquiry from those that may have missed out on our first project,” he said.

Two-bedroom apartments within Market Lane are listed from $430,900, and includes access to premium amenities, including a resort-style pool, landscaped open space and entertaining areas.

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<figcaption><a href="/buildings/market-lane-the-collection-9-market-lane-maroochydore">Market Lane, Maroochydore</a></figcaption></figure><h2>Other luxury developments on the market in Queensland</h2>

Luxury developments are popping up all over Queensland, which has seen luxury markets thrive in Brisbane, Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast as demand increases for residences with water views and luxury resort-style facilities.

1. <a href="/buildings/miles-kirra-beach-hotel-101-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Miles Residences, Kirra Point</a> 
Address: Corner Miles Street and Marine Paradise, Kirra QLD 4225 
One-bedroom apartments from $545,000

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Situated on the north-facing Kirra Point, the KTQ Group’s Miles Residences offers 118 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Designed by Woods Bagot, the project includes spacious apartments with a multi-purpose room and a suite of five-star amenities. Residents have access to bike and surfboard storage, resort-style pool and gym.

2. <a href="/new-apartments/chevron-one-36-46-stanhill-drive-chevron-island">Chevron One, Surfers Paradise</a> 
Address: 36-44 Stanhill Drive, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 
One-bedroom apartments from $480,000

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The 40-storey Chevron One offers 236 one, two and three-bedroom residences in the Gold Coast suburb of Surfers Paradise. Delivered by Bensons and designed by Marchese Partners, the project includes resort-style amenities, and exclusive ocean views.

Residents will have access to amenities, including an outdoor lagoon pool with floating cinema, an indoor pool and spa, a gym and a residents’ lounge.
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EDQ approves second Maroochydore CBD site for Habitat

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A riverfront Maroochydore trophy apartment has been sold for $2.7 million, the highest sale this year in the town.

It was only on the market for a week with a $2.75 million asking price.

There are some 7000 units in the Sunshine Coast location.

Fronting the Maroochy River, the unit 701/14 Duporth Avenue, is location within the Platinum building.

The three-bedroom, three-bathroom home is within walking distance of the Maroochydore patrolled beach along with Cotton Tree Park.

Terri Liddell of G1 Property held the listing noting there was a "buzz about the Sunshine Coast region."

"There is now major infrastructure, including the new multi-billion dollar University Hospital, many tech hubs, and a new airport runway opening in 2020, which will be a game-changer offering direct international flights," she suggested. 

The property last sold for $2.31 million in 2015.

Last December unit 202 in the Platinum development sold for $1.8 million securing four-bedrooms and two-bathrooms.

An eighth floor apartment was listed this month asking $2,795,000.
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The apartment sold for a 2020 high $2.7 million

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Riverfront Maroochydore apartment sets 2020 high

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<a href="/developers/pikos-group">Pikos Property Group</a> have lodged a minor change DA at Banyan Tree Residences - 8 River Terrace, Kangaroo Point.

The change includes a slight height increase from the previous approval, and 63 x 3 bed apartments across three buildings, rather than two. The new DA, designed by <a href="/architects/arkhefield" target="_blank">Arkhefield</a> also includes a rooftop bar and restaurant, with a glass lift providing views on the way up top. Situated on top of the <a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a> cliffs, the western-facing apartments and rooftop would certainly offer excellent views of the river and CBD.

The development would also be widely seen due to its highly eminent location, and the new <a href="/architects/arkhefield">Arkhefield</a> design undoubtedly meets the high standard in which the prominent site demands.

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<a href="/developments/maroochydore-qld-4558">Maroochydore</a> is set to become the business and employment hub of the <a href="/developments/sunshine-coast-qld" target="_blank">Sunshine Coast</a>, with the bold Maroochydore City Centre Development Scheme beginning early construction recently. The massive priority development area aims to create a new central business district for the Sunshine Coast through a masterplanned, 60 hectare space situated on council owned land and the former Horton Park Golf Club. 
As part of the masterplan Sunshine Coast Council are currently building a stunning new city hall, designed by <a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="_blank">Cottee Parker Architects</a>, and being built by <a href="/developers/mcnab-developments" target="_blank">McNab</a>. The new council headquarters will feature 10 floors totalling approximately 9,400sqm of GFA, a rooftop recreational area and 156 car parking spaces. The building is also targeting both a 5 star NABERS and Green Star rating as a model of sustainable design. 
Sunshine Coast Council aimed to incorporate natural elements in the building’s form, and take occupation of a landmark building with smart, creative and innovative design principles. It’s clear from the renders that <a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="_blank">Cottee Parker</a> have done an excellent job in delivering on these requests. 
Council is set to occupy their new city hall building in July 2022.

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Stay up to date on either <a href="https://www.instagram.com/builtbrisbane/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/builtbrisbane/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.
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Pikos Property Group have lodged a minor change DA at 8 River Terrace, Kangaroo Point; 
Maroochydore is set to become the business and employment hub of the Sunshine Coast, with the bold Maroochydore City Centre Development Scheme beginning early construction recently. 

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