<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> has lodged plans for a $750 million, three-tower mixed-use precinct that would complete the long-running redevelopment of Carlton's former Carlton United Breweries site.

The proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/185-195-queensberry-street-carlton-vic-3053">46-78 Bouverie Street and 185-195 Queensberry Street</a> spans a 6,468 sqm site, the last remaining undeveloped parcels within the former brewery's 2007 masterplan.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the development will comprise two purpose-built student accommodation towers and a third build-to-sell apartment tower above a shared commercial podium and basement.

Across the three towers, SP Setia is proposing 606 build-to-sell apartments and 1,499 student accommodation units containing 2,009 beds.

The apartments will sit in the tallest tower, which will rise nearly 200m and 55 storeys. It will become&nbsp;one of the more substantial new build-to-sell apartment projects at the northern edge of Melbourne's CBD.

The apartment mix is weighted toward smaller inner-city product, with 188 studios, 206 one-bedroom apartments, 192 two-bedroom apartments and 20 three-bedroom apartments

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Part of the precinct will be a large-scale&nbsp;3,684 sqm supermarket and a further 2,198 sqm of speciality retail, creating close to 5,900 sqm of new commercial space within the precinct.

But one of the biggest components of the proposal is what sits between the buildings.

Around 4,650 sqm, or roughly 72 per cent of the site, will be publicly accessible open space, incorporating plazas, pedestrian connections, landscaped laneways and retail spill-out areas.

The ground plane is intended to finally complete pedestrian connections envisaged when the CUB masterplan was first approved nearly two decades ago, stitching together Victoria Street, Queensberry Street, Bouverie Street and Swanston Street through the former brewery precinct.

Urbis said the development would "complete the CUB precinct", with the public realm providing important north-south and east-west connections through what is currently the final undeveloped portion of the masterplanned site.

SP Setia is also exploring a new linear park within the Bouverie Street road reserve, with the concept to be developed further with the City of Melbourne through the planning process.

The proposal is being pursued through the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program under Clause 53.23 for significant residential development with affordable housing.

The planning report acknowledges the proposed heights exceed those contemplated under the original Comprehensive Development Plan and masterplan, but argues the built-form context has changed considerably over the past two decades.

Urbis said the three towers would instead create a stepped transition between Carlton and the Hoddle Grid, rising progressively from the 94.1-metre Tower One along the Queensberry Street edge to the 199.44-metre Tower Three closer to the established CBD-scale buildings to the south.

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SP Setia plans to deliver the development across three stages.

Stage One would deliver the basement, podium and retail areas for the entire precinct alongside the first student tower. Tower Two would follow in Stage Two, before the 606-apartment Tower Three is delivered as the final stage.

If approved and delivered, the project would close out a redevelopment process that has been underway since the former brewery masterplan was approved in 2007, adding more than 2,600 student beds and apartments to a precinct already home to Swanston Central, the Barak Building, RMIT Design Hub and several large student accommodation developments.

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Joel Robinson

SP Setia plans three-tower finale for Carlton’s former CUB precinct

Melbourne developer Lowe Living is seeking to add to its growing bayside apartment pipeline, filing plans for a boutique eight-residence development in tightly held Middle Park.

Lowe Living, which has built much of its development portfolio across Melbourne's affluent bayside and south-east suburbs, is behind the plans for the 730 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/123-125-erskine-street-middle-park-vic-3206">123-125 Erskine Street</a>, just off Armstrong Street and within the Armstrong Street Neighbourhood Activity Centre.

The developer is seeking approval for a five-storey residential building above two basement levels, with just eight large-format apartments and 18 car spaces.

“This is a deliberately very different proposition for us,"&nbsp;Tim Lowe, Co-Founder of Lowe Living, said.

"Eight residences is exceptionally boutique, but that's precisely what this site calls for.

“There is a strong community in Middle Park and the surrounding suburbs who have spent decades building a life here. They no longer want the maintenance of a large period home, but they aren't prepared to compromise on space, quality or location. We think there is a real opportunity to capture that hyper local market. A site like this rarely comes to market.”

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The low-density proposal has been designed by Cera Stribley and is being progressed through the Victorian Government's Great Design Fast Track pathway, having already secured eligibility from the Minister for Planning.

The Office of the Victorian Government Architect supported its eligibility after finding the proposal demonstrated consistency with the program's seven design principles, while the project's financial feasibility has also been independently confirmed by Invest Victoria.

The project is targeting the downsizer market, with the planning documents describing the homes as larger-format residences and noting the two penthouses could otherwise have been configured as four separate apartments.

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The site has dual frontage to Erskine Street and Canterbury Place and currently comprises a collection of commercial buildings used as offices, including a former heritage bakehouse, a former stable, a later gabled addition and a central courtyard.

It sits within the Commercial 1 Zone and the Armstrong Street Commercial Precinct heritage overlay, with the existing property classified as a contributory heritage place.

Heritage has subsequently played a significant role in Cera Stribley's design.

The front section of the former bakehouse facing Erskine Street will be retained, including its return walls, street-facing hipped roof and chimneys, while the Erskine Street façade and part of the western return wall of the former stable will also be incorporated into the new development.

Levels four and five will be set back five metres from the retained stable façade, while bricks removed through demolition are proposed to be salvaged and reused within the new building where possible.

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Rather than presenting as a single five-storey building to Erskine Street, Cera Stribley has broken the development into a series of distinct forms.

A three-storey infill element will sit between the retained bakehouse and stable façades, with the upper levels recessed behind the heritage fabric. Canterbury Place will similarly feature two three-storey podium forms, separated by a central pedestrian accessway, before the upper two levels step back from the street.

A pedestrian through-link will run through the centre of the project between Erskine Street and Canterbury Place, creating entrances from both sides of the site and introducing landscaping and communal areas through the ground plane.

Landscape architect Acre has designed planting across the ground level, private terraces and upper levels, including a feature canopy tree at level three and integrated planting and arbours across the level four terraces. Five existing Erskine Street trees are proposed to be retained.

Sustainability is also a significant component of the Great Design Fast Track application. The apartments are targeting an average eight-star NatHERS rating, with no residence below 6.5 stars, while the project has achieved a 75 per cent BESS score. Seven of the eight apartments are designed for cross-ventilation, with the remaining residence using mechanically assisted natural ventilation.

The plans also incorporate an 8kWp rooftop solar system, a 5,000-litre rainwater tank and infrastructure allowing future electric vehicle charging for every residence.

Lowe has a strong portfolio across Melbourne's blue-chip suburbs. They recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/jardin-house-by-lowe-living-camberwell-335-camberwell-road-camberwell-vic-3124">Jardin House by Lowe Living</a> in Camberwell, their first development in the Stonnington LGA.

Lowe Living unveils Middle Park apartment development

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	<li data-end="442" data-section-id="8tsh6o" data-start="289">DVB Projects is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway at 137 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.</li>
	<li data-end="573" data-section-id="1nyxl3e" data-start="443">The 34-level tower will comprise just 49 ultra-luxury residences, including half-floor, full-floor and penthouse apartments.</li>
	<li data-end="717" data-section-id="oiyimj" data-start="574">The launch follows strong demand at DVB's nearby Sea Glass project, which is more than 50 per cent sold and currently under construction.</li>
	<li data-end="888" data-section-id="epk9o9" data-start="718">The development adds to the transformation of Old Burleigh Road, with premium beachfront apartment projects continuing to reshape the tightly held Broadbeach strip.</li>
</ul>

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dvb-projects">DVB Projects</a> is preparing to launch its second Gold Coast apartment development, with demolition now underway on the Broadbeach site as the Sydney developer moves closer to bringing the ultra-luxury project to market.

The 34-level tower at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/137-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">137 Old Burleigh Road</a> will comprise just 49 residences, ranging from half-floor apartments through to full-floor homes and a penthouse. The launch follows the strong sales performance of DVB's nearby Sea Glass development. More than half of the apartments at Sea Glass, on the other side of Broadbeach, have been snapped up, well ahead of its late 2027 completion

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The start of demolition at 137 Old Burleigh Road signals DVB Projects’ underlying confidence in the Gold Coast’s luxury beachside apartment sector.

“We see the Gold Coast as one of the most compelling lifestyle markets in Australia, particularly at the premium end where demand continues to deepen,” said Dean Brown, Managing Director of DVB.&nbsp;

“This project has been carefully designed to respond to that demand - delivering large-format residences with a level of quality, privacy and amenity that is still relatively rare in the apartment market on the beachside."

Brown says the site itself is "exceptional."

"Old Burleigh Road is one of the most tightly held beachfront strips, and opportunities to deliver a project of this scale and calibre in this location are extremely limited.”

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The project will comprise 40 half-floor residences of approximately 260 sqm, alongside eight full-floor residences spanning around 524 sqm.

A single penthouse will crown the building, featuring a private pool, barbecue area, indoor gym and dedicated entertaining spaces.

Residents will have access to a resort-style suite of amenities, including a 20-metre pool with daybeds, a gymnasium, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and private residents’ lounge and dining facilities.

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Sales agent Todd Matheson, of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/pezet-matheson">Pezet Matheson</a>, which is marketing both 137 Old Burleigh Road and Sea Glass, said 137 Old Burleigh Road would address a clear gap in the market for genuine luxury products.

“There are very few opportunities on the Gold Coast where buyers can secure a residence of this size and quality in a new building,” Matheson said.

“What we’re seeing is a growing cohort of downsizers and interstate buyers who still want space - they’re not willing to compromise on living area, entertaining or finishes.

“This project has been designed with that buyer in mind. It offers the scale of a home, combined with the convenience and security of apartment living, in one of the coast’s most desirable positions.”

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Located on a 1,156 sqm site one block from the beachfront, the development will replace an ageing walk-up building and is expected to contribute to the ongoing transformation of the Old Burleigh Road strip into one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious residential corridors.

With the development moving into the delivery phase, 137 Old Burleigh Road is slated to hit the market later this year.

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DVB Projects to launch second Broadbeach apartment tower as demolition commences

<a data-end="327" data-is-only-node="" data-start="250" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/norus-projects" rel="noopener" target="_new">Norus Developments</a> has lodged plans for a new apartment development in Clayton that would add further momentum to the suburb's emerging Green Street corridor.

Plans have been lodged for the consolidated site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1359-1365-centre-road-clayton-vic-3168">1359-1365 Centre Road</a>, where Norus is seeking approval for 218 apartments across a 12-storey apartment building designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/life-architecture-and-urban-design">Life Architecture</a>.

The proposal sits within the Clayton Major Activity Centre at the threshold of the planned Green Street corridor, a landscaped pedestrian connection intended to improve links through the precinct towards Clayton Railway Station.

The development would replace the site's existing collection of low-scale residential and commercial buildings with a single consolidated building, introducing significantly greater housing density to this part of Centre Road.

A retail tenancy is proposed at ground level to activate the Centre Road frontage, accompanied by transparent street interfaces and landscaping intended to create a more pedestrian-focused edge to the development.

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The building has been designed with stepped massing and upper-level setbacks to manage its transition towards surrounding residential properties. The planning report describes the approach as one that integrates the building into the landscape rather than treating landscaping as a secondary element.

"A strong landscape and public realm strategy underpins the proposal," Urbis states in the planning report.

"Public benefits include an affordable housing contribution, a new pocket park, generous landscaped setbacks, deep soil planting and integrated Water Sensitive Urban Design."

The report adds that these elements are intended to create "a permeable, pedestrian-focused ground plane that enhances walkability, supports urban cooling and reinforces the emerging Green Street character."

Biophilic and passive design principles extend through the residential levels, with planting, daylight, natural ventilation and views towards landscaped areas forming part of the amenity strategy.

Parking would be concentrated away from the public realm, with 145 car spaces proposed from the rear laneway rather than dominating the Centre Road frontage.

The proposal follows an extensive pre-application process with the City of Monash. Three formal meetings were held between the project team and Council from December 2025 to March 2026, with the scheme evolving through several concept iterations before the current design was lodged.

The project arrives as Clayton prepares for substantial change around its established activity centre and the wider Suburban Rail Loop precinct. Its position on Centre Road places the development within an existing concentration of shops, services and public transport, while the Green Street connection is intended to strengthen pedestrian access towards Clayton Railway Station.

First look: Norus plans landscape-led apartment project for Clayton’s emerging Green Street

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> has officially commenced construction on Bronze on Chevron, celebrating the sod turning of its first-ever Gold Coast development and marking a significant milestone in the company's continued expansion across South East Queensland.&nbsp;

Following the successful delivery of premium residential developments throughout Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-chevron-island-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> represents Gardner Vaughan Group's entry into the Gold Coast market. Bronze will deliver 119 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments above two ground-level retail tenancies.

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The recent sod turning ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Mark Hammel, President of the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club, Cassandra Sedgman, project consultants, purchasers, project partners and invited guests to celebrate the commencement of construction.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge said Bronze on Chevron represented an exciting new chapter for the business.&nbsp;

"We've spent almost four decades building homes that respond to the way people want to live, and we're excited to bring that experience to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>," Betteridge said.

"Bronze on Chevron is particularly significant because it marks Gardner Vaughan Group's first development on the Gold Coast following many successful projects across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast."

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Betteridge said the ground breaking is a proud moment for the&nbsp;team and their purchasers, who can now see their future homes beginning to take shape.&nbsp;

"As both developer and builder, we're able to oversee every aspect of the project from design through to construction, ensuring the quality and attention to detail Gardner Vaughan Group has become renowned for."&nbsp;

Designed by acclaimed architectural practice <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, Bronze on Chevron has been thoughtfully designed to complement Chevron Island's evolving streetscape while embracing its relaxed coastal lifestyle.

The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029.&nbsp;

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The development will offer generous residences with refined interiors, premium finishes and resort-style amenities, with completion anticipated in early 2029

Gardner Vaughan Group breaks ground on first Gold Coast development, Bronze on Chevron

Melbourne

Off the plan apartments in Melbourne&#39;s sought-after eastern suburbs offer an affordable entry price in to the property market.

The east is made up by the likes of&nbsp;Glen Waverley, Hawthorn, Box Hill, Kew and&nbsp;Canterbury.

Urban has taken a look at four of the top apartments for sale East&nbsp;of the Melbourne CBD.

1. Sky Garden, Glen Waverley

Two-bedroom apartments from $668,000

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GoldenAge Group have recently completed their development Sky Garden Glen Waverley, located above the redeveloped shopping centre The Glen.

The three towers, designed by&nbsp;Rothelowman, home 536 apartments, with only around 75 left to sell.

Prices starting from $498,000 for one bedroom apartments and $668,000 for two bedroom apartments. Three bedroom apartments are priced from $1,118,000.

Sky Garden residents will have access to a resident-only rewards program.&nbsp;The customised app gives residents a reward program for retail outlets in The Glen shopping plaza.

2. Hawthorn Park, Hawthorn East

Two-bedroom apartments from $670,000

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For those&nbsp;prioritising luxury living, Hawthorn Park in Melbourne&#39;s Camberwell is turning heads.

Designed by multi-award-winning architect, Rothelowman, Hawthorn Park reimagines the norm of apartment living.&nbsp;

Hawthorn Park boasts unparalleled amenities - from Melbourne&#39;s first sky pool and theatre rooms in selected apartments to a stunning sky lounge and approximately 2000 square metres of parkland curated by landscape architect Jack Merlo.&nbsp;

Pack with features&nbsp;you are definitely getting the above and beyond with resort style amenities.

3. TWO51 on Swan, Richmond

Two-bedroom apartments from $1,030,000

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Expected to reach completion in August, TWO51 on Swan offers the rare opportunity for half and full-floor penthouses in Melbourne&rsquo;s Richmond.

Blueprint Projects&rsquo; development offers buyers two, three and four-bedroom configurations in the art deco-inspired building, designed by Watson Young Architects.

Other features include a grand lobby, open-plan layouts, and an expansive open-air &lsquo;winter garden&rsquo;, with integrated balustrades finished with stone, timber and metal textures.

4. Light Edge

One-bedroom apartments&nbsp;from $400,000

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Also in Richmond but appealing more to the first home buyer is Light Edge, the BPM developed block of 31 apartments designed by DKO.

One bedroom apartments in the six level complex start from $400,000, which includes a parking space, and sits just over one kilometre from The G.

Both striking and luxurious, residents are welcomed into curated spaces of exquisite materials and finishes including stone, polished chrome and beautifully considered oak timbers. Light Edge&rsquo;s interior design responds to the demands of contemporary urban living, while car and storage facilities deliver convenience and security

5. The Parade

One-bedroom apartments starting from $465,000

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Coming to Box Hill is The Parade, designed by award-winning architects&nbsp;Hayball and comprising of 58 one and two bedroom residences across 12 floors.

The building&rsquo;s signature cascading facade gives the ability to deliver generous balconies with uninterrupted sky views and light-filled living spaces and varied floor plans to appeal to a diverse range of buyers.&nbsp;

Living in Box Hill is effortless, with tree-lined streets, parks, reserves, schools, employment, major shopping and transport options all within walking distance from your home.

The Parade is 14km from inner-city Melbourne. With the Box Hill Station and an extensive tram line on Whitehorse Road, travelling is simple and easy.

Urban has taken a look at five of the top apartments for sale east of the Melbourne CBD

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Top apartments you can buy in Melbourne's eastern suburbs

Investors are starting to make their way back in to the property market.

ABS figures at the start of the month showed that, over March, investor lending rose 12.7 per cent.

Victoria saw the second biggest commitment by investors, above the average and up 13.7 per cent, only second to Queensland (+19 per cent) and ahead of New South Wales (+13 per cent)

Check out which suburbs have been drawing the attention of investors on Urban&nbsp;in April.

1. Live City, Footscray

Price: Two-bedroom apartments from $460,000

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Live City is a new addition to the list of most popular projects&nbsp;among investors however it has seen continuous interest among first home buyers

Part of a new master planned community, Live City comprises 208 residences spread across 14 floors, delivered by developer R&amp;F Property Australia.

Set to deliver over 1,400 apartments across eight buildings, the Footscray project brings together a fully-integrated, mixed-use community that’s thriving with character and history.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser, each residence features floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interiors and an abundance of natural light.

2. Ryrie Home, Geelong

Price: Two-bedroom apartments from $699,000

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Ryrie Homes was Urban's most popular investor project for Q1 2021 and this month's results show it's ongoing appeal, with Geelong's strong performance as one of the nation's most sought-after regional areas doing excellent work for this development.

Delivered by Franzé, each Ryrie Home apartment has been cleverly designed by Architectus to deliver great amenity, comfort and abundant storage, with timber flooring, beautiful finishes and quality fixtures.

Each apartment enjoys panoramic bay views and alfresco dining for year-round holiday living.

With the foreshore, 500m north and the CBD, 500m east—as well as parks, theatres, galleries, cafés and restaurants all within walking distance—Ryrie Home offers a level of culture and connection unmatched in Geelong.

Plus for first home buyers looking for something on the more affordable side, one-bedroom apartments start at $375,000.

3. Haven Townhomes,&nbsp;Keysborough

Price: Three-bedroom townhouses from $675,000

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For those Investors seeking something larger Haven Townhomes has been very eye-catching with affordable and stylish three and four bedroom townhomes on offer

Brought to you by Aultun Group, the development was 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 stunning views, access to nature and world-class amenities.

It is set for completion in December 2021.

4. Melbourne Square, Southbank

Price: Two-bedroom apartments from $642,000

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OSK Property are the group behind the boutique collection of homes at Melbourne Square.

Featuring four distinct themes, it has been architecturally designed by Cox Architecture, with interiors by designer Sue Carr, creating flawless spaces which make the most of the spectacular city views on offer.

Each bedroom boasts a stunning view via floor-to-ceiling glazing, plus the master suites offer a unique panoramic city vista.

Set for completion in mid 2021, amenities include a full-line Woolworths and other shops as well as resort-style facilities including pools, sauna, spa, gymnasium and a yoga room.

5. Sky Garden, Glen Waverley

Price: Two-bedroom apartments from $668,000

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Sky Garden, the latest development by the diversified property group Golden Age, spans three towers across the new and improved The Glen shopping centre in Melbourne's Glen Waverley.

Famed architecture firm Rothelowman designed the three apartment buildings, soaring 12, 13 and 20 levels and homing 555 one, two and three-bedroom apartments,

The apartment development is part of the $430 million Glen redevelopment which completed construction in December 2020.

Sky Garden features over 4,000 square metres of internal and external facilities with one of the most impressive features unsurprisingly being the garden in the sky.

ABS figures at the start of the month showed that, over March, investor lending rose 12.7 per cent

The most popular VIC projects for investors in April on Urban

Aultun Group&rsquo;s latest Chelsea Heights development, Sixth Avenue, offers residents an exceptional coastal living experience.

The 59-townhouse development offers the ideal Melbourne Bayside abode with sleek interchanging fa&ccedil;ades that complement one another.

Designed by Point Architect, the townhomes deliver space and function, with light-filled interiors, elegant bedroom retreats and expansive private courtyards.

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The homes achieve a BESS &lsquo;Best Practice&rsquo; rating for sustainability, boasting a five-star instantaneous gas hot-water system, energy-efficient glazing, water-efficient tapware and bicycle parking.

Beyond your doorstep is an endless array of retail, dining and recreational amenities.

&ldquo;You will always find something new to do, surrounded by some of Melbourne&rsquo;s best government [and] private schools, the new Mordialloc by-pass will also bring so much value to the area&rdquo;, said Aultun Group managing director Bruce Yang.

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From sheltered bay waters to sports and activities at Goodlife&rsquo;s Chelsea Heights Health Club, discerning owner-occupiers can enjoy a premium location that provides for all lifestyles.

Sixth Avenue is in close proximity to the picturesque Patterson River Golf Club, the Chelsea Public Golf Course, the Chelsea Yacht Club and the Patterson Lakes Marina.

For the adventurous type, a vast array of aquatic sport amenities are available at the nearby Melbourne Cablepark.

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For family fun, residents can walk down Thames Promenade and find themselves at Chelsea Bicentennial Park or just over a kilometre further to a plethora of bayside pleasures at Chelsea Beach.

Educational facilities with walking distance include:

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	<li>Chelsea Heights Primary School</li>
	<li>St Joseph&rsquo;s Primary School</li>
	<li>Cornish College</li>
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Monash University is also within a 15-kilometre radius, including the main Clayton campus and the Frankston satellite campus.

Aultun Group’s latest Chelsea Heights development, Sixth Avenue, offers residents an exceptional coastal living experience

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Walking Tour: What's within walking distance from Sixth Avenue 

The ongoing&nbsp;surge in home financing and purchasing took a hit in April as one of the key drivers, the HomeBuilder Grant, came to an end in March.&nbsp;

Many developers however are sighting that the&nbsp;completion of the HomeBuilder Grant has failed to deter first home buyers.

Check out what first home buyers have been keeping an eye on in April.

Here are Urban’s most popular FHB projects:

1. Haven Townhomes, Keysborough

Three-bedroom townhouses&nbsp;from&nbsp;$675,000

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For those First Home Buyers with a family, or seeking something larger Haven Townhomes has been very eye-catching with affordable and stylish three and four bedroom townhomes on offer

Like Sixth Avenue featured later in this list it's another Aultun Group development this time partnering with&nbsp;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 stunning views, access to nature and world-class&nbsp;amenities.

It is set for completion in December 2021.

2. Live City,&nbsp;Footscray

Two-bedroom apartments from $460,000

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The new masterplanned community, Live City, comprises 208 residences spread across 14 floors, backed by developer R&amp;F Property Australia.

Set to deliver over 1,400 apartments across eight buildings, the Footscray project brings together a fully-integrated, mixed-use community that’s thriving with character and history.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser, each residence features floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interiors and an abundance of natural light.

It is the most affordable development on this list with a one bedroom abode available from $350,000.

3. Melbourne Square

Two-bedroom apartments from $642,000

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OSK Property are the group behind the&nbsp;boutique collection of homes at&nbsp;Melbourne Square.

Featuring four distinct themes, it has been architecturally designed by&nbsp;Cox Architecture, with interiors by designer&nbsp;Sue Carr, creating flawless spaces which make the most of the spectacular city views on offer.

Each bedroom boasts a stunning view&nbsp;via floor-to-ceiling glazing, plus the master suites offer a unique panoramic&nbsp;city vista.

Set for completion in mid 2021, amenities include a full-line Woolworths and other shops as well as resort-style facilities including pools, sauna, spa, gymnasium and a yoga room.

4. Sixth Avenue, Chelsea Heights

Two-bedroom townhouses from $599,000

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Sixth Avenue, delivered by the Aultun Group, was Urban's most popular project for first home buyers in the first quarter of 2021.

Designed by Point Architects in the near coastal suburb south-east of Melbourne, Sixth Avenue features light-filled interiors, bespoke landscaping and recreational amenities within easy reach. &nbsp;

Boasting a collection of 59 two, three and four-bedroom residences, the project provides perfect bayside living with an endless array of retail, dining, and recreational amenities all within easy reach. Whether you prefer to take a dip in the sheltered bay waters or seek the rush of adrenaline through sports and activities, Sixth Avenue’s premium location provides for all lifestyles.

5. Ryrie Home, Geelong

Two-bedroom apartments from $699,000

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Ryrie Homes was Urban's most popular investor project for Q1 2021, however this month's results show its appeal for FHB's, with Geelong's strong performance as one of the nation's most sought-after regional areas doing excellent work for this development.

Delivered by Franzé, each Ryrie Home apartment has been cleverly designed by Architectus to deliver great amenity, comfort and abundant storage, with timber flooring, beautiful finishes and quality fixtures.

Each apartment enjoys panoramic bay views and alfresco dining for year-round holiday living.

With the foreshore, 500m north and the CBD, 500m east—as well as parks, theatres, galleries, cafés and restaurants all within walking distance—Ryrie Home offers a level of culture and connection unmatched in Geelong.

Plus for first home buyers&nbsp;looking for something on the more affordable side, one-bedroom apartments start at $375,000

Check out what first home buyers have been keeping an eye on in April

The most popular VIC developments for first home buyers in April on Urban

Enveloping Melbourne&rsquo;s much-loved eastern suburbs, the City of Boroondara boasts a stylish, refined atmosphere perfect for families.

The lovely, leafy region lies only five kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, making it a popular residential area.

Its become highly competitive over the last decade thanks to its quaint shopping strips, lush parks, period homes and excellent schools.

Urban takes a look at three family homes on the market in the Boroondara LGA now.

1. Hawthorn Park, Hawthorn East 
Address: 33 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123 
Four-bedroom apartments from $1,872,000

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Delivered by the Dahua Group, Hawthorn Park comprises 368 residences spread across seven floors and five buildings.

The development reimagines the norm of apartment living, featuring floor to ceiling windows and large garden balconies providing private vistas of the communal park.

Designed by Rothelowman, the project boasts unparalleled amenities - from Melbourne&#39;s first sky pool, theatre rooms, a stunning sky lounge and approximately 2000 sqm of parkland curated by landscape architect&nbsp;<a href="/news/jack-merlo-sheds-light-on-the-landscape-design-for-hawthorn-park" target="_self">Jack Merlo</a>.&nbsp;

2. Elision, Kew 
Address: 68 Walpole Street, Kew VIC 3101 
Four-bedroom townhomes from $2,520,000

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Elision homes epitomise world-class design with breathtaking luxury, proudly positioned on tree-lined Walpole Street in the heart of Kew.

Each of the 14 luxury townhouses in the collection offers wide open spaces, finely crafted details and simple yet bold forms.

Designed by CHT Architects, the homes feature high ceilings, spacious rooms, neutral tones and ground floor courtyards.

3. 60 Relowe Crescent, Mont Albert 
Address: 60 Relowe Crescent, Mont Albert VIC 3129 
Four-bedroom apartments from $1,540,000

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Situated in Mont Albert, the Relowe Residence delivers homebuyers luxury design in an ideal Melbourne location.

The development is surrounded by opulent sunshine and fantastic landscaping, as well as retail, dining and lifestyle amenities.

The home&rsquo;s layout features oak timber flooring, quality carpet, alfresco entertaining areas and a northerly oriented courtyard, complete with compact lawn areas and low-maintenance landscaped gardens.

The City of Boroondara boasts a stylish, refined atmosphere perfect for families

Top four-bedroom family homes in Melbourne’s Boroondara from $1.54 million

LUMA is Development Victoria&rsquo;s latest way of living in a connected, masterplanned community of homes that inspire healthier living.

The State Government authority, in collaboration with master planning by&nbsp;Roberts Day, are offering the solution to a hectic lifestyle with&nbsp;low maintenance living in Melbourne&#39;s Sunshine North.

Designed for modern family life, LUMA will provide around 300 townhomes consisting of one, two, three and four&nbsp;bedroom floorplans, to accommodate a wide range of buyers.

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Development Victoria are passionate about making Victoria a great place to be, building great homes and communities where people and business can thrive.

Full of spacious green spaces, not only are LUMA&#39;s streets filled with native landscaping, but internal parklands alongside&nbsp;open and linked green spaces provide a sense of lush vegetation and natural living.

The project will include a local LUME park. It will feature a fully equipped children&#39;s&nbsp;playground, a sheltered BBQ, picnic area and kick-about spaces.

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Or experience the outdoors at home with residences boasting a mix of outdoor courtyards and terraces, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

There is also plenty beyond the lifestyle amenities on offer with cafe&#39;s shopping and local businesses not far away.

LUMA&rsquo;s Urban and Tempo homes have been architecturally designed to make everyday living easier.

These contemporary 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom townhomes offer a wide range of smart floorplans making it easy to find the right home for you.

Current release includes two bedroom homes from $515k.

Designed for modern family life, LUMA is a 300-resident project offering a collection of two, three and four-bedroom townhouses to accommodate a wide range of buyers

The on site amenities on offer at the green masterplanned community LUMA in Melbourne's Sunshine North

A 2015 apartment complex in Melbourne&#39;s Fairfield has seen keen buyer interest given their provision of study nooks.

The latest offering was snapped up in 22 days, after the marketing advised a dedicated study nook added extra work-from-home flexibility to the smart, modern apartment in the heart of Fairfield.&nbsp;

Melbourne&#39;s CBD has seen one of the slowest return to work rates among the capital cities.

The apartment is about eight kms from the CBD.

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Situated on the ground floor, there was an attractive paved and landscaped terrace off the living area in the 70 sqm apartment.

It came with an European laundry, car space and storage cage.

It was sold by Woodards agent Andrew Guarino.

The apartment last sold off the plan in 2014 at $425,850.

It was advertised in late 2017 as a $400 a week rental.

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&quot;Sleek finishes paired with oak floors created an engaging living and dining domain, flooded in natural light,&quot; his marketing advised.

There was a Bosch equipped Caesarstone kitchen.

&quot;Lifestyle and location are first-class with the vibrant cafes, restaurants and shopping of Fairfield Village at your door.

&quot;There is easy access to buses and trains, with the added bonus of Fairfield Boathouse, Yarra Bend Park and bike trails within walking distance,&quot; Guarino advised.

The development application lodged with Darabin Council in 2013 sought 35 apartments comprise 14 one-bedroom and 21 two-bedroom dwellings, and 33 car parking spaces in the basement.

The four storey complex replaced two Edwardian era homes.

The $508,000 sale was at 3/62-64 Station Street 

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One bedder with study nook fits the bill in $508,000 Fairfield sale

Sydney and Melbourne, the two major apartment auction markets were neck and neck at weekend auctions.

It was a 74% clearance rate for 208 Sydney apartment suctions and 73% for Melbourne&#39;s 187 weekend apartment auctions.

There was a $660,000 median in Melbourne and $955,000 median in Sydney.

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CoreLogic noted houses have outperformed units throughout the year, recording final clearance rates above 80% for consecutive weeks.&nbsp;

&quot;This is the first week where the preliminary figure for houses has dipped below 80% with 79.6% of (1621) houses recording a sold result compared to the 74.7% for (421) units,&quot; Tim Lawless, the head of research noted.

In Melbourne, auction volumes fell with 925 properties going under the hammer last week.&nbsp;

Of the 770 results collected so far, 76.1% were successful results.

Compared to last week, a auction clearance rate of 78.1%, later revising down to a final auction clearance rate of 77.3% by final collection.

Over the same week a year earlier, only 144 Melbourne auctions took place with a final clearance rate of 27.9%.

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Sydney recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 82.1% this week across 777 auctions.

This was lower than last week&rsquo;s preliminary figure of 84.8%, which later revised down to 81.5% at final results.

Last week a higher 919 Sydney homes were taken to auction.

One year ago,192 auctions were held and a 50.9% final clearance rate was recorded.

Canberra was once again the standout capital city auction market, recording a preliminary auction clearance rate of 97.7% this week. Brisbane recorded the second highest preliminary figure of the smaller capital cities at 76.2%.

The two major apartment auction markets were neck and neck at weekend auctions

Sydney's 74% apartment auction success rate pips Melbourne's 73%: CoreLogic

The one bedroom apartment at 306/270 King St, Melbourne was the cheapest auction deal.

The apartment was secured for $330,000.

The price guide from the Brady Residential selling agents was $320,000 to $350,000.

It last sold at $317,500 in 2010.

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There have been two other one bedroom sales this year at $300,000 and $328,500.

The 61 sqm space was last available for rent in March at a $280 a week asking rental through Micm Real Estate.

It was available last November at $350 a week.

Its peak asking rental was $450 a week in early 2019.

The current rental has slipped back to close to its 2006 asking rent of $275.

The block has 175 apartments.

This year has seen five one bedroom apartments that sought rentals at between $280 and $300 a week.

The one bedroom 306/270 King St, Melbourne was snapped up pre-auction for $330,000

$330,000 sale secures Melbourne's cheapest weekend auction deal

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With Melbourne’s best beaches at Half Moon Bay just two kilometres away, Blueprint Projects’ Sandy Hill Penthouse provides the ideal coastal getaway from busy city living.

Sandy Hill Penthouse is located in Melbourne's bayside area of Sandringham, offering residents unparalleled access to world-class amenities and timeless design by Watson Young Architects. 

With so much to love about Sandringham, overlook it all from wrap-around terrace that boasts stunning views out to the bay, city and Dandenong Ranges. 

Here are Urban's five favorite things about Sandringham:

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<h2>1. Location ideal for work-life balance</h2>

Just 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD via Nepean Highway, and an hour to Mornington Peninsula, Sandy Hill could offer the perfect work-life balance, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy being on the water or amongst nature on the weekends.

Sandy Hill Penthouse in Melbourne's bayside suburb of Sandringham offers some of the most varied amenities within just two kilometres from its sought-after Bay Road location.

The residences are located in the sought after bayside area of Sandringham, with world-class amenities within walking distance from the property. 

<h2>2. Lavish Interiors</h2>

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The attention to detail of these properties is meticulous. Kitchens feature exquisite marble benchtops and splashbacks with five-burner gas hobs and lavish island breakfast bars.

Plus parquetry flooring can be found throughout the home, with built-in fireplaces creating a cosy atmosphere to sit back, relax and enjoy the panoramic views through the expansive stacker slider doors which also extend to a private balcony.

Bathrooms feature dual vanities, with stylish oval vanity mirrors and timber joinery. The walk-in shower is fully tiled, with a built-in shower nook and rainfall showerhead. 

<h2>3. Luxurious amenities inside and out</h2>

Residents will have exclusive access to a range of shared amenities, including dining facilities, a full gymnasium with state-of-the-art equipment and a stunning resort-style swimming pool.

The amenities start immediately without leaving the building, with an IGA conveniently located on the ground level of the block.

Heading east, or right, out of the front doors down Bay Road, immediately next door is the lush Bay Road Reserve and Bay Road Heathland Sanctuary, the latter protected by the City of Sandringham council as it is one of the last remaining areas of the iconic "Sandringham Flora" that once covered Melbourne's south east.

Just over 500 metres away is Fitness First, although there's a resident's only fully-equipped gym and infinity pool in the block. 

<h2>4. Enjoy the view from every room</h2>

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Luxury living has been redefined, with sensational panoramic vistas from every room, and large open plan living areas providing ample space for entertaining. 

Overlook the beautiful bay from your wrap-around terrace that boasts stunning views out to the city and Dandenong Ranges. 

<h2>5. Everything else on offer nearby</h2>

Exit to the east and on Bay Road is Bad Shepherd Brewing Co., on the corner of Bay and Reserve Road, which is just 1.3 kilometres away.

At the end of Bay Road is Westfield Southland which homes around 400 retailers.

Coming out of Sandy Hill Penthouse and turning left to the west there's a 7-eleven on the way to a short two-kilometre trip to Sandringham Station, which from there is less than a 30-minute commute into the city centre.

That's located at the south end of Sandringham Beach where there's a string of near beachside restaurants and cafe's including The Sandy, Port of Call and Black Squirrel Cafe.

Just one street behind Sandy Hill Penthouse is Sandringham College, more greenery with Merindah Park which is a few minutes away you'll find a mini golf course and a golf driving range.
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Just 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD via Nepean Highway, and an hour to Mornington Peninsula, Sandy Hill could offer the perfect work-life balance for you and yours

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