Developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/auyin-property-development">Auyin</a> is the latest to turn to the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program in an effort to secure approval for its long-planned, mixed-use project in Elsternwick.

In 2018, Auyin lodged plans with Glen Eira City Council for a 14-storey building, however Council approved a reduced eight-storey scheme. A subsequent VCAT appeal in 2019 upheld the eight-storey height limit.

The project was later amended to nine storeys, but Auyin is now seeking to revive something closer to its original vision. The developer argues that the planning context has evolved significantly over the past decade, particularly within the Elsternwick Activity Centre, where higher-density development has increasingly been encouraged along Glen Huntly Road.

The proposal would transform the 1,239 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/7-12-horne-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">7-15 Horne Street</a>, opposite Elsternwick Railway Station, into a 13-storey residential and retail development designed by CBG Architects, with 40 apartments

The site currently comprises three commercial properties.

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The proposed apartment mix comprises 25 two-bedroom and 15 three-bedroom residences above 200 sqm of retail space at ground level. Residents would have access to a 90 sqm wellness facility, a 351 sqm communal indoor and outdoor terrace on the third level, and extensive landscaped areas throughout the development. A publicly accessible 135 sqm plaza would be created on the north-east corner of the site, providing seating, landscaping, and a new gathering space adjoining Horne Street.

The design adopts a four-storey podium that references the finer-grain character of the surrounding streetscape, with the upper tower recessed behind generous setbacks on all boundaries.

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A key element of the proposal is the reconfiguration and widening of the surrounding laneways. Vehicle access would be retained from Lois Lane, with upgraded pedestrian connections linking Ross Street and Horne Street. The development would provide 58 residential car spaces, two retail car spaces, and 52 bicycle spaces across two basement levels and ground-floor facilities.

Architecturally, the building draws inspiration from the established character of Elsternwick Village. The façade combines dark charcoal brickwork, textured concrete, bronze-toned metal detailing, and extensive planting integrated into podium and tower levels. The design also incorporates a chamfered corner treatment and publicly accessible plaza intended to strengthen pedestrian activity around the station precinct.

Elsternwick's last new development completion was&nbsp;EVA Elsternwick by Pitard late last year. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/milieu-property">Milieu</a> is working away on its nature-led neighbourhood, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elsternwick-gardens-by-milieu-8-gordon-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">Elsternwick Gardens</a>, on Gordon Street, with its first stage expected to complete next year.

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First look: Auyin seeks mixed-use apartment project in growing Elsternwick Activity Centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/otium-parkdale-123-125-como-parade-east-parkdale-vic-3195">Otium Parkdale</a>, the 13-residence boutique development by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/huxtable-property">Huxtable Property</a>, has entered its final stages of delivery, with completion expected within the coming month and more than half of the residences sold.

The Como Parade East project is nearing the finish line at a time when opportunities to purchase new apartments in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parkdale-vic-3195">Parkdale</a> remain exceptionally limited. Fewer than 10 per cent of dwellings in the bayside suburb are apartments, making developments like Otium a relatively rare addition to a market traditionally dominated by detached housing.

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The three-level development comprises 13 residences, including ten two-bedroom apartments and three larger three-bedroom homes, all positioned above a secure basement car park.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/almeida-architects">Almeida Architects</a> with a strong connection to its coastal surroundings, Otium combines red brick, exposed concrete and dark metal detailing with integrated landscaping and greenery. Expansive glazing, generous balconies and terraces have been incorporated throughout the design to maximise natural light and reinforce indoor-outdoor living.

Inside, the residences feature engineered European oak flooring, natural and reconstituted stone benchtops, Bosch kitchen appliances, ducted heating and cooling, lift access and secure entry systems. The larger three-bedroom residences on the upper level have been designed with house-like proportions, while the two-bedroom apartments prioritise functionality, flexibility and low-maintenance living.

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The project is now in its final stages, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/labco">Labco</a> completing the remaining landscaping and external finishing works following the completion of the residences' interiors.

Otium's location within the heart of Parkdale continues to underpin its appeal. Residents will be just steps from local cafés, restaurants, shops and the newly elevated Parkdale Station, while the beach is less than a kilometre away.

With the project tracking ahead of schedule, buyers can currently secure a residence with a five per cent deposit and benefit from settlement terms of up to eight months. The advanced stage of construction also provides buyers with the opportunity to walk through the near-complete residences and experience the quality and finishes firsthand ahead of completion.

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Otium Parkdale enters final month before completion as rare apartment opportunity nears sellout

A new boutique apartment development is entering the market in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>, with Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ausdev">Ausdev</a> bringing 33 residences to a well-connected pocket of Brisbane's north.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/parkdrive-apartments-chermside-25-sammells-drive-chermside-qld-4032">Parkdrive Apartments</a>, at 25 Sammells Drive, will comprise a mix of one- and two-bedroom residences positioned within walking distance of Westfield Chermside, The Prince Charles Hospital, and Bradbury Park.

Established in 1989, Ausdev has a long-standing presence across both development and construction, with Parkdrive Apartments representing its latest residential project in Brisbane's northern suburbs.

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The development has been designed around open-plan living and natural light, with residences featuring stone benchtops, timber cabinetry, BOSCH appliances, and private balconies that extend the living areas outdoors.

Kitchens are positioned as the centrepiece of the homes, incorporating natural material palettes and integrated appliances, while bathrooms have been designed with a focus on functionality and understated finishes.

Residents will have access to a communal barbecue and entertaining area on Level 3, providing shared outdoor space within the development. Secure parking and lift access are also incorporated into the building.

The project will deliver a limited collection of 33 apartments, with one-bedroom residences priced from $749,000.

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Beyond the building itself, the location places residents within easy reach of several of Chermside's key amenities. Bradbury Park is around 350 metres away, while Westfield Chermside is approximately 1.3 kilometres from the site. The Prince Charles Hospital is located within 750 metres, and the Chermside Bus Interchange is around 1.5 kilometres away, providing connections across Brisbane.

Parkdrive Apartments adds to the growing residential pipeline in Chermside, a suburb that continues to evolve as a major retail, healthcare, and transport hub for Brisbane's north.

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Ausdev introduces boutique Parkdrive Apartments to Chermside's growing centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/skymark-group">Skymark</a>'s boutique Cronulla development Solis has secured a 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy through Resilience Insurance, providing buyers of the 16-residence building on Ewos Parade with structural and waterproofing protection that extends a decade beyond the building's completion.

Currently under construction and due for completion in late 2027, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/solis-cronulla-8-ewos-parade-cronulla-nsw-2230">Solis</a> is one of a small number of new developments in the Sutherland Shire to carry Resilience LDI coverage, a distinction that carries increasing weight as buyer confidence in the off-the-plan sector continues to be shaped by how developers stand behind their product.

Latent Defects Insurance, which entered the Australian market in 2022 when Resilience Insurance was approved to offer the cover, protects buyers against major structural or waterproofing defects for ten years post-completion. Unlike traditional statutory warranties, it operates as a first-resort policy, if a covered defect arises, the insurer responds directly, without the buyer needing to pursue the builder or developer through a lengthy claims process.

Resilience Insurance CEO Corey Nugent has noted that the product addresses something fundamental to the new apartment market.

"The overarching feedback from prospective buyers in the new development space is that they want more confidence and assurances around the quality of the build," Nugent says.

"Resilience Insurance Latent Defects Insurance not only gives them complete peace of mind for 10 years, but it shows the developer they are buying from is standing by their product."

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For Solis, the Resilience LDI policy adds a meaningful layer of accountability to an already considered project. The development comprises nine two-bedroom and seven three-bedroom residences, including one dual-level three-bedroom apartment, across a five-storey building on Ewos Parade, positioned between Shelly Beach and South Cronulla.

Garden apartments connect directly to private landscaped courtyards, while upper-level homes capture beach views to the east from level four and above.&nbsp;

All 16 residences include at least one balcony or courtyard, and select apartments on the upper floors feature bar areas and secondary flexible living spaces.

Hiba Sander, Managing Director of Skymark, says Solis offers a rare balance, nestled between the quiet beauty of secluded beaches and the lively charm of South Cronulla's esplanade.

"It's a place to choose your pace and live gracefully, seaside'," Sander says.

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The architecture, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ida-design-group">IDA Design Group</a>'s Michael Trinh, draws from the natural erosion patterns of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/cronulla-nsw-2230">Cronulla</a>'s sandstone headlands, translating the organic forms of the coastline into soft curves, pavilion-style massing, and a material palette chosen for longevity in a salt-tinged environment.&nbsp;

Textured natural stone, soft renders, and timber-look battens reference the tones of the surrounding cliffs, while the building has been oriented to maximise natural light and passive ventilation, with primary living spaces facing north and east to capture morning sun and sea breezes.

"At Solis, our aim was to create architecture that feels quietly confident, grounded in natural materials like stone and timber, and elevated by light and landscape," Trinh says.&nbsp;

"The buildings are designed to sit gently within their coastal surrounds, with expansive glazing and abundant greenery creating a seamless dialogue between inside and out."

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Interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hot-black">Hot Black</a> carry the same material language through to every room. Kitchens feature integrated Gaggenau appliances, sculpted stone benchtops, and Lo &amp; Co joinery, while bathrooms feature natural stone, timber, and brushed metal finishes.&nbsp;

Hot Black Founder and Design Director Sophie Safrin describes the intent as one of considered restraint: "At Solis, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a timeless coastal retreat, calm, refined, and effortlessly liveable. From natural finishes to seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Solis offers a quiet elegance that's deeply connected to its surroundings.

The landscape, designed by Julian Brady of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/sitedesignstudios">Site Design Studios</a>, treats green space as an integral part of the resident experience rather than an afterthought.&nbsp;

"Gentle curves and layered native plantings mirror the ebb and flow of the ocean," Julian Brady says, "creating a serene connection between architecture and place."&nbsp;

Coco Republic has provided bespoke furniture packages tailored to the project's coastal palette.

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Skymark has an established track record in the Sutherland Shire, with a portfolio spanning Cronulla, Woolooware and Burraneer that includes Isla, Sylva, Bask, Shells, Sula and Mist. Securing LDI on Solis reflects a broader shift in how the developer is positioning its buildings to buyers, at a time when Resilience Insurance expects the policy to become mandatory in New South Wales by 2028.

Sales at Solis are launching soon through Ray White Projects, with an official event scheduled for 11 June. Enquire for more information.

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Skymark takes out 10-year Resilience Insurance LDI at Solis Cronulla

Investors may soon find themselves with fewer reasons to buy established property and more incentives to look towards the new apartment market.

Proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions would see new and off-the-plan apartments retain access to the tax benefits, while established properties would miss out, creating a clear advantage for buyers purchasing newly built housing.

The policy direction aligns with what many developers have been saying for several years. Australia needs more housing supply, and governments are increasingly looking for ways to encourage investment into new stock rather than existing homes.

The challenge for investors is that suitable product is becoming harder to find.

For much of the last decade, one-bedroom apartments were the cornerstone of investor demand. They offered a lower entry price, strong rental appeal, and were a common feature across most apartment developments.

Today, the development pipeline looks very different.

Across both New South Wales and South East Queensland, developers are increasingly targeting owner-occupiers and downsizers, delivering larger two, three and four-bedroom apartments in response to changing buyer preferences. While one-bedroom apartments still exist, they now form a much smaller portion of many new projects.

That shift has created a shortage of investor-friendly stock, particularly in well-located projects close to transport, employment hubs and lifestyle amenity.

At the same time, rising apartment prices have pushed many new developments beyond the reach of traditional investors. On the Gold Coast and across South East Queensland, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find new apartments priced around the $1 million mark, particularly those offering strong rental fundamentals and long-term growth prospects.

We've rounded up four new apartment developments where investors can still secure a foothold in the market for around $1 million or less.

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<h2>Priced from: $1.07 million</h2>

Popular Palm Beach developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa</a> is soon to officially launch its newest local apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-1150-1154-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a>.

The one-bedroom apartments in the building were only offered to first home buyers rather than investors, and all of those have been snapped up. The two-bedroom apartments will start from $1.07 million, and the three-bedrooms, still a good investment given the popularity of Palm Beach for owner-occupiers, starting at $2,045,000.

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Flourish Soliera will comprise 153 apartments across two buildings, connected by a skybridge, the first ever delivered in the suburb.

True to Sherpa's booming Flourish brand of apartment projects, Flourish Soleira will have extensive rooftop amenity across both buildings including a&nbsp;wellness centre with gym, work from home, yoga, pilates, a&nbsp;heated pool, private dining rooms, pizza oven and barbecues, basketball court, and golf simulator.

<h2>Corallo, Palm Beach</h2>

Priced from: $841,500

Nearby Flourish Soleira is Changfa Group's beachfront-inspired <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/corallo-palm-beach-5-palm-beach-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Corallo</a> development. They still have some one-bedroom apartments remaining, priced from $841,500.

The 105-apartment project on Palm Beach Avenue is otherwise dominated by larger two and three-bedroom residences, many of which are aimed at owner-occupiers and downsizers.

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For investors, the appeal lies in Palm Beach's continued transformation from a laid-back beachside suburb into one of the Gold Coast's most sought-after residential markets. Residents at Corallo will be within walking distance of Palm Beach's surf beaches, the recreational amenity of Tallebudgera Creek, and the increasingly popular collection of cafes, restaurants and boutique retailers along the suburb's central dining precinct.

<h2>Corner House, Stones Corner</h2>

<h2>Priced from: $880,000</h2>

One of only two Brisbane apartment developments to make the list with prices under $1 million is DeMartini Fletcher's <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/corner-house-stones-corner-18-stoneham-street-stones-corner-qld-4120">Corner House development</a> in Stones Corner.

One-bedroom apartments start from $880,000 within the 88-apartment development, providing investors with exposure to one of Brisbane's most established inner-south locations.

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Stones Corner has long been supported by strong tenant demand due to its proximity to major employment and education destinations. The suburb sits less than five kilometres from Brisbane's CBD and is within easy reach of the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Queensland Children's Hospital and several university campuses.

The project's location within a walkable urban village environment, surrounded by retail, dining and public transport infrastructure, continues to attract both professionals and healthcare workers seeking accommodation close to work.

Parkdrive Apartments, Chermside

Priced from: $749,000

The most affordable apartments across Brisbane's new and off the plan market are in Chermside where developer AusDev is selling one-bedroom apartments from $749,000, and two-beds from $929,000, at its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/parkdrive-apartments-chermside-25-sammells-drive-chermside-qld-4032">recently launched Parkdrive development</a>.

The development is strategically positioned in one of Brisbane's largest employment and retail precincts, placing residents within easy walking distance of Westfield Chermside, The Prince Charles Hospital, St Vincent's Private Hospital Northside and the suburb's major bus interchange.

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Already under construction and scheduled for completion in early 2028, Parkdrive benefits from Chermside's ongoing evolution into Brisbane's northern metropolitan centre. The suburb continues to attract significant public and private investment, supporting population growth and underpinning long-term rental demand.

For investors focused on yield and tenant depth, the combination of healthcare, retail and transport infrastructure within close proximity provides a strong foundation for occupancy and rental performance.

Investors to turn to new apartments after federal government changes spark hunt for Queensland's best $1 million apartments

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A New York style apartment designed by Block contestants Ben and Andy at Port Melbourne will be auctioned this weekend.
The property at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123831710" target="_blank">4/164 Ingles Street</a> and features three meter ceilings, four bedroom apartments as well as three bathrooms, a study room and sun flooded living rooms.
It has easy lift access in a most convenient city fringe location between Port Melbourne Beach and the Yarra River with easy access via light rail tram to the CBD and Melbourne’s riverside entertainment complex.
The apartment features an entrance lobby along with a formal entrance hall, master bedroom with designer walk in robes and ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom also has a built in wardrobe and ensuite as does the third and fourth bedroom.
The kitchen includes a four meter Caesar stone island bench, butler’s kitchen, an open plan family living adjoining dining and flowing to huge north facing garden terrace.
The property also features a common rooftop with a 600 sqm resort style entertainment area, grassed relaxation spaces, tranquil water features and unsurpassed panoramic city views.
Additional features include two dishwashers, a bar fridge on the terrace, automated blinds throughout the apartment and central zoned heating/cooling as well as all the furniture currently in the apartment.
The property is offered through Hockingstuart agents David Wood and Stephanie Evans.
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Port Melbourne New York style apartment by Block contestants Ben and Andy

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Melbourne’s north has seen strong take up of space over the last year on the back of growing tenant demand, particularly from food, logistics and packaging businesses, according to Colliers International's latest report.
Properties within the 5,000-10,000 square metre range have seen the largest take-up in the year to date, with more than 54,000 square metres absorbed - nearly doubling since last year.
Vacancy has declined considerably by approximately 45% over the 12 months to August 2016 to be around 236,706 square metres, with much of this vacant space attributed to lease expiries.
While part of this is due to the lack of speculative development and more focus has been on prelease commitments, much of the absorption was from several deals being made in the 5,000 square metre plus range in the first half of 2016, which includes 141 National Boulevard, Campbellfield being leased to food distributor Bio-Living, and 27 Transport Drive in the Somerton Logistics Centre.
In addition, the latter half of 2015 saw quite a few large deals being made for properties above 10,000 square metres, with the most notable being the 40,000 square metre commitment by Murray Goulburn to the Austrak property.
Businesses continue to be drawn to the north’s robust road infrastructure attributes which include the Hume Highway as a corridor for the transport of freight between Sydney and Melbourne, immediate access to major arterials, close proximity to the Melbourne airport, and transport links to the Port of Melbourne.
Activity in the north’s industrial precinct over the next few years will be driven by rising opportunities for growth, through impending infrastructure development strategies and the strength of key industries such as Food and Fibre, and Transport and Logistics.
Significant transport and road infrastructure projects include the widening of the Tullamarine freeway which is currently underway, the new intermodal freight hub in Somerton (Austrak/DP World Australia) and upgrades to roads (including O’Hearns Road, Yan Yean Road and Bolton Street).
These improvements should provide opportunities for business growth and generate demand in all sectors of the industrial property market.
A low cost business environment and attractive rental rates have continued to spur tenant interest - average net face rents for prime grade assets are currently at $78 per square metre, while secondary grade assets lease for $58 per square metre net.
There has also been a notable increase in tenant enquiry from food groups, particularly within the local government area of Hume which has seen a comparatively higher number of leases within this sector than in 2015.
As Australia’s largest producer and exporter of food and fibre, this sector accounts for more than half of Victoria’s total goods exports. The food and fibre industry should continue to strengthen on the back of growing global interest and increased strategic opportunities as one of the state government’s six priority sectors within the Future Industries Fund, which should drive the demand for industrial space and help absorb impending vacancy from automotive manufacturing facility closures.
Investment activity has also continued to ramp up, evident in major deals being made over the year. One such deal was the sale of the 11,717 square metre Campbellfield property on 36-52 National Boulevard by Property Link, located on 36-52 National Boulevard, which sold to a local owner occupier (also a food group) for $9.6 million, in a Colliers International negotiated deal.
While land values have remained steady in the $240-275 per square metre range for Prime Grade assets over the last six months, the demand for land (from a mix of developers and owner occupiers) in close proximity to the Hume Freeway has continued to grow, predominantly in Epping and bordering areas.
Moreover, current land supply has also been tightening around Epping precinct with limited serviced blocks available at MAB’s Alliance Business Park and McMullin’s Northpoint.
The lack of land supply and fewer opportunities for developments should translate to solid growth in land values over the next 12-24 months.
The underlying demand saw average Prime Grade yields compressing by approximately 40 basis points over the last year to be in the 6.5-7.5% range and we believe there is further scope for compression, particularly for well-located properties, which are in limited supply.
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Melbourne's north industrial market continues to improve: Colliers 

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The fifth and final Block apartment to appear online ahead of its November auction was Geelong best mates Andy and Ben.
Their oversized 'New York style' apartment at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123831710" target="_blank">4/164 Ingles Street</a> is with David Hood and Stephanie Evans at Hockingstuart.
The apartment is the only one on the show that offers four bedrooms. There are three bathrooms, a study and sun flooded living rooms.
The boys guest bedroom scored a perfect 10 from The Block judges.
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The large open plan family living and dining space flow to a large north facing garden terrace complete with bar fridge.
Featuring a long formal entrance hall, the apartment's custom designed kitchen has an extensive four metre marble island bench.
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Andy and Ben, school teachers from Geelong, are the favourites heading into the November 12 televised auction.
Before the competition started Andy and Ben admitted their sport nature led to their application to the show.
"We played a game of ping-pong to decide who would be the shopper and who would stay at The Block with the builders."
Ben won and chose to stay at The Block with the builders, leaving Andy to be the shopper.
 
 
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Inside The Block apartment: Andy and Ben's Port Melbourne renovation

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The latest series of apartments in Port Melbourne go to November 12 auction. 
Sydney auctioneer Damien Cooley will be auction the offering renovated by Newcastle couple, Kim and Chris Elliott, of Floraville.
The school teacher and police officer hope to follow in the footsteps of Hunter couples Brad and Lara, who won The Block in 2012, and last year’s winners Dean and Shay.
The Newcastle couple's apartment in Port Melbourne has been marketed as The Game Changer by Simon Gowling and Eleisha Doherty at Greg Hocking, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123815914" target="_blank" style="font-size: 12.16px; line-height: 1.3em;">6/164 Ingles Street</a>.
The hero of the apartment is the contrast of textures from the oak wood floors to the evocative exposed brick that compliment the Caeser-stone kitchen.
The kitchens images are yet to be supplied as they haven't been revealed on the show.
The main bedroom fought off the competition to win its category, with its own private sitting room, walk in wardrobe and bathroom.
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The bedroom suite's bathroom is separated in to two sections to offer room for a walk in shower.
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There's terrace entertaining with its own heaters, television screen and honed concrete alfresco kitchen. 
Chris and Kim live in Newcastle with their two kids, who have had them training for The Block long before the show started.
"Our sleep deprivation is just how we live our life."
Kim suggests the pair are a modern contemporary design style, liking everything open, sophisticated and high end.
 
 
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The Block's Newcastle couple, policeman Chris and school teacher wife Kim's apartment in Port Melbourne has been listed for sale online.
Marketed as The Game Changer by Simon Gowling and Eleisha Doherty at Greg Hocking, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123815914" target="_blank">6/164 Ingles Street</a> offers a spacious living environment.
The hero of the apartment is the contrast of textures from the oak wood floors to the evocative exposed brick that compliment the Caeser-stone kitchen.
The kitchens images are yet to be supplied as they haven't been revealed on the show.
The main bedroom fought off the competition to win its category, with its own private sitting room, walk in wardrobe and bathroom.
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The bedroom suite's bathroom is separated in to two sections to offer room for a walk in shower.
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There's terrace entertaining with its own heaters, television screen and honed concrete alfresco kitchen. 
Chris and Kim live in Newcastle with their two kids, who have had them training for The Block long before the show started.
"Our sleep deprivation is just how we live our life."
Kim suggests the pair are a modern contemporary design style, liking everything open, sophisticated and high end.
 
 
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Inside The Block apartments: Chris and Kim's Port Melbourne renovation

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Claiming to know what the local area wants, Melbourne couple Sasha and Julia's apartment has been listed a month out from its auction.
Before the show started the couple had renovated very close by and claimed to know what the buyers want.
The opted to evoke the glamorous golden era of Hollywood Regency for <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123804214" target="_blank">5/164 Ingles Street.</a>
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The luxury apartment has photogenic interiors, with a large artwork overlooking the living and dining space.
All three bedrooms come with dressing rooms, and the master retreat features a freestanding elliptical bath and double shower.
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The kitchen is yet to be revealed on the show therefore doesn't feature in the listing.
North of $1.7 million is to the price guidance put forward by Jeremy Rosens and Daniel Micmacher at Gary Peers &amp; Associates.
Property stylist Julia said the couple love renovating.
"We love renovating and we love The Block," Julia said.
"It's not so much about making the most money it's about creating something really really beautiful."
 
 
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Inside The Block apartments: Sasha and Julia's Port Melbourne renovation

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The apartment of former VFL player Dan Foley and wife Carleen has been listed for auction given the upcoming end to the show.
Just the kitchen reveal remains, hence its absence in the listing.
Overseen by the Block's leading architect Julian Brenchley, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123813650" target="_blank">3/164 Ingles Street</a> honours the building's origins and heritage with its decoratively corniced ceilings and original timber doors.
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"The design style will be in keeping with the building but with a twist," the Perth couple said at the start of the show.
The bathrooms channel the Art Deco spirit with shiny metallic finishes and matt black and white feature tiling.
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There's a grandly proportioned lounge and dining areas plus an additional living-dining zone in a lush balcony alfresco room with outdoor kitchen.
The master suite features a double ensuite with dual vanity and double shower and a decadent dressing-room. The other two bedrooms have their own fitted dressing areas.
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A curvaceous hand-crafted "Orbit" dining table takes centre stage, as does the bespoke and restored vintage furniture.
Hodges Brighton agents Julian Augustini and Romana Preston have the listing of the apartment which, according to the price bracket it falls into on realestate.com.au, is expected to easily fetch over $1.5 million.
Dan, 55, and Carleen, 52, are the oldest couple to tackle the show.
Dan said that they will show the baby boomers have still got it and you can always keep up with the youngsters.
 
 
 
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Inside The Block apartments: Dan and Carleen's Port Melbourne renovation

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The ground floor apartment of this year's The Block Port Melbourne, renovated by high school sweethearts Will and Karlie, has officially been listed online.
The Queensland couple have renovated <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-vic-port+melbourne-123805830" target="_blank">1/164 Ingles Street</a> with trimmed timbers and midnight black and rose gold accents.
The whole floor apartment over 205 sqm has three luxurious king-sized bedrooms with a his-and her master ensuite, walk-in wardrobes and two study corners.
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The large 64 sqm open-plan living and dining area is at the rear of the unit. There are remote-controlled sheer sunscreens and block-out blinds throughout.
Of course the kitchen's are yet to be revealed on the show and are missing from the listing images.
<img src="/images/2016/10/12/Will%20and%20Karlie%20bathroom.jpg" alt="" width="402" height="216">
Biggin &amp; Scott Port Melbourne agents David Lack and Will Jonas are marketing the home. The sale includes all the interiors, artwork and furniture picked by Will and Karlie.
They are coy on price disclosure but the apartment sits on realestate.com.au for buyers of at least $1.5 million plus. It's November 12 auction will be televised.
Will and Karlie came into the show off the back of buying their first house just a few months ago, however they are yet to get round to a full renovation.
 
 
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Inside the Block apartments: Will and Karlie's Port Melbourne renovation

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A commercial land site round the corner from The Block apartments in Port Melbourne has sold for $5.1 million.
The sale shows the strength of the Port Melbourne market. The Block paid $5.025 million for the property with huge 2533 sqm warehouse in December.
Comprising 977 sqm, <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-land+development-vic-port+melbourne-501862946" target="_blank">550 Williamstown Road</a> came with a permit for 33 apartments with a ground floor commercial space.
It last traded for $3.425 million in 2014. CBRE Victoria agents Josh Rutman, Julian White and Mark Wizel secured the sale.
The property is currently a 500sqm showroom/warehouse which has been listed for rent through CBRE Melbourne agent Guy Naseli.
The warehouse with roller door access offers an internal office.
A vacant land parcel that sold for $2.055 in Port Melbourne last week set a suburb record for per sqm.
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Port Melbourne site sold round the corner from The Block

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The power of The Block seems to be spreading in Port Melbourne, as a small vacant parcel has sold for just over $2 million, setting a suburb record in the process.
The 304 sqm block at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-port+melbourne-123235006" target="_blank">186 Dow Street</a> fetched $2.055 million at auction after having high $1 million price hopes.
On the market for the first time in 112 years, sale represented a $7,000 per sqm record for Port Melbourne.
It was sold by Frank Callaghan and Craig Corby at Frank Gordon - Port Melbourne.
The parcel used to have a family home, but the property was demolished in the 1980s.
Developers "jaws dropped", according to Frank, as owner-occupier bidders took control.
It's just three blocks from the foreshore, adding to its value.
Developers will have to act fast if they want to build from scratch. 
Frank said there were only two empty blocks he knew of in Port Melbourne, which made the Dow Street space particularly rare.
“What was really interesting is that we sent a number of emails, in the thousands, and we have databases for builders that have been bidding on other properties that we had, that we have sold over the past couple of years, to be demolished or where they could seek a permit.
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