South East Queensland developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a>’s entry into the Gold Coast apartment market has progressed from pipeline to market, with its Chevron Island project Bronze on Chevron now formally available to purchase ahead of a planned 2029 completion.

The 119-apartment development on Mawarra Street marks the Brisbane-headquartered builder-developer’s first residential play in the Gold Coast, following its expansion south from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bronze-on-chevron-8-mawarra-street-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Bronze on Chevron</a> comprises a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom residences, with pricing starting from just over $1.5 million. The project is being delivered under Gardner Vaughan’s fully integrated model, with the group acting as both developer and builder, a structure it has consistently applied across its South East Queensland portfolio.

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Architecture has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/jeremy-ferrier-landscape-design">Jeremy Ferrier</a>. The building presents as a single-tower scheme, with a focus on maximising outlook across both the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Nerang River.

Apartments have been planned with open-plan living zones extending to generous balconies, a response to the site’s dual-aspect positioning between river and ocean. Interiors follow a restrained coastal palette, with two colour schemes offered, and an emphasis on natural light and cross-ventilation.

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Resident amenity is concentrated across more than 1,250 sqm and includes a resort-style pool, gym, yoga lawn and rooftop entertaining areas. A function space with catering facilities forms part of the upper-level offering, alongside north- and south-facing outdoor areas.

Ground level will incorporate two retail tenancies, intended to extend the existing village character of the surrounding streets.

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The project sits within walking distance of Thomas Drive’s established dining strip, while maintaining proximity to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a> beach and broader Gold Coast amenity. The location, positioned on Chevron Island between the river and coastline, has increasingly attracted mid- to high-density development in recent years as the precinct evolves beyond its low-rise origins.

Gardner Vaughan’s move into the Gold Coast was first signalled in 2025, with the group identifying the region as a natural extension of its operations. Chief Executive Officer Simon Betteridge described the expansion as both “strategic and natural”, citing demand for well-designed apartments in lifestyle-driven markets.

Construction is expected to complete in early 2029.

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Gardner Vaughan brings Bronze on Chevron to market as Gold Coast debut

One of the penthouses at Lily Lane, the latest stage of Carrington Place by Ellipse Property, has set a new local apartment price record.

The four-bedroom residence, purchased by a local downsizer, sold for $5.75 million—around 75 per cent higher than the previous record of $3.3 million.

Over 40 per cent of the first release of apartments at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lily-lane-at-carrington-place-castle-hill-32-carrington-road-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Lily Lane</a> have already been snapped up just six weeks since it launched to the market.

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Located at 32 Carrington Road, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a> and designed by award-winning architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ptw">PTW</a>, Lily Lane is directly opposite the Hills Showground Metro station. It offers a total 213 units over two 12-storey towers - a mix of 67 one-bedroom, 100 two-bedroom and 46 three-bedroom apartments - with a ground-floor retail offering.

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Blake Schulze, National Director – Residential at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a>, says around 44 per cent of buyers are&nbsp;owner occupiers, with 35 per cent being investors and 21 per cent first homebuyers.

“Developments of this calibre are very rare in the Hills District, and Lily Lane’s sales success demonstrates the depth of demand for over-sized apartments that genuinely compete with freestanding homes," Schulze says.

"We are seeing particular demand from downsizers who want to remain in the area but transition into spacious, high-quality apartment living."

On the penthouse sale, it says it shows buyers&nbsp;are prepared to pay a premium for scale, quality, and direct access to the Metro.

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One-bedroom apartments are sized from 50-72 sqm with prices starting at $745,000, while two-bedrooms are priced from $990,000 with sizes from 75 to 132 square metres. Three-bedroom floorplans are sized between 97 and 182 sqm,, with prices starting at $1,395,000.&nbsp;

The three remaining penthouses, spanning up to 262 sqm, are priced from $2.9 million.

Over 75 per cent of apartments include dedicated studies, multipurpose rooms or family rooms, with select layouts offering walk-in pantries and laundries. Apartments are appointed with premium Miele appliances including ovens, washing machines, dryers, gas cooktops and dishwashers, while larger residences also incorporate integrated Miele microwaves, Fisher &amp; Paykel integrated refrigerators and five-burner Miele cooktops.

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Lily Lane will be constructed by award-winning iCIRT-rated builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/decode">Decode Group</a>, with construction to commence in mid-2026 and expected to complete early 2029.

Carrington Place comprises more than 800 apartments and is being delivered across multiple stages, with completion expected in 2032. Integrated with neighbouring bushland, the project will feature over 20,000 sq, of outdoor recreational area, including a one-kilometre boardwalk to Fred Caterson Reserve.&nbsp;

The Hills Showground Metro Station is just a two-minute walk away, offering fast connectivity to Sydney’s CBD, North Sydney, Chatswood, Macquarie Park and Norwest Business Park.

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Ellipse sets Castle Hill apartment record with $5.75 million Lily Lane penthouse sale

Fresh off completing its Delano Crows Nest development, Lindsay Bennelong has lodged plans for its next project, this time turning its attention back to the beach.

The developer, started 20 years ago by Clarendon Homes founder Peter Campbell, is proposing a 37-apartment scheme at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/17-25-ashburner-street-manly-nsw-2095">17-25 Ashburner Street</a>, Manly, positioned between the southern end of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/manly-nsw-2095">Manly</a> Beach and East Manly Cove.

Lindsay Bennelong called on local architecture firm Platform Architects to design the new building, given their success at Finn, Lindsay Bennelong's current luxury apartment project on North Steyne.&nbsp;

According to the Design Verification Statement by Bridie Gough of Platform Architects, the proposal “relates to the current context but also the desired future character of taller buildings suitable to the new planning controls.”

The site has been identified as a Low to Mid-Rise Housing (LMR) location, given its position within 400 metres of the Manly Town Centre E1 Business Zone. The LMR controls are intended to unlock additional housing supply in well-located areas close to public transport, allowing developers to seek increased height limits to support greater density.

“The proposal seeks to provide this increased level of housing whilst being respectful of some of the smaller scale buildings also nearby,” the statement reads.

Lindsay Bennelong Development Director Leigh Manser said the project has been carefully aligned with the intent of the LMR controls. The proposal will significantly increase housing yield on the site, replacing four houses and 10 apartments, comprising 25 bedrooms, with 37 new apartments delivering a total of 94 bedrooms, whilst remaining compliant with the LMR controls.

“Sydney is in a severe undersupply, and delivering more dwellings and more bedrooms than what currently exists is exactly what the LMR policy is designed to activate,” Manser said, noting that nine of the apartments will be allocated as affordable housing for frontline workers.

“We have already commenced discussions with our community housing provider to determine the rental levels that frontline workers can realistically afford in this location,” he said. “These will need to sit well below the standard affordable housing benchmark of 20 per cent below market rent, and that has been factored into our feasibility and pricing.”

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The design of the building incorporates a wave-like indentation running through the façade, referencing the nearby coastline and anchoring the building within its local context.

The&nbsp;Design Verification Statement says careful consideration has been given to the articulation of the building, ensuring the bulk is broken down to a more human scale through a defined four-storey podium."

The scheme includes a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a full-time building manager's office and wellness facilities including a sauna and a gym.

“The design ensures a high level of amenity, with apartments offering generous private open space, many with expansive views, and all with comfortable proportions."

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lindsay-bennelong-developments">Lindsay Bennelong</a>&nbsp;is currently developing Finn Manly, just four full-floor luxury apartments on North Steyne. They recently welcomed residents to its 81-unit Delano Crows Nest development, a&nbsp;carefully scaled infill project designed to bridge&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest</a>’s lively village centre with its surrounding heritage streets.

Designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ajc-architects">AJC Architects</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/delano-crows-nest-27-57-falcon-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Delano</a>&nbsp;is arranged across three low-rise buildings, incorporating a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments alongside a limited number of townhomes addressing Hayberry Lane. The architectural approach drew on the area’s Art Deco lineage, reinterpreted through contemporary detailing and framed by landscaped communal gardens.

The developer also has a development site in Maroubra.

First look: Lindsay Bennelong's new Manly apartment development revealed

Fifty-nine residences across 37 levels. No more than two per floor. With 80 per cent now sold, what remains at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/madeline-by-mosaic-broadbeach-22-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Madeline by Mosaic</a> is a short list.

Madeline was always conceived at a scale that sits outside the normal register of Gold Coast apartment living. The residences are half- and full-floor configurations, with the largest spanning more than 400 sqm, dimensions that place them closer to the penthouse end of the market regardless of where they sit in the building.

That scale is the organising principle of everything else: how the floorplans are laid out, how the materials read, how the connection between inside and outside works.

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The interiors were developed in collaboration with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fraser-partners-0">Fraser &amp; Partners</a>, the architecture practice&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mosaic-property-group">Mosaic</a> brought in as design partner for the first time on this project. The palette runs to natural stone, textured timbers, and soft metallics, materials chosen as much for their tactile quality as their appearance.

Light cleverly shifts across surfaces through the day, and the design is explicit about wanting that to be noticed. Full-height glazing runs across the primary living areas, and where the building faces east toward the ocean, those walls of glass are doing real work: framing a view corridor that the site's position directly opposite Broadbeach State School's playing fields keeps permanently open.

That outlook is the site's most consequential asset. In a suburb where new towers continue to rise, a protected view line is genuinely rare, and the Mary Avenue address secures it. Residents at Madeline will look out over open parkland rather than the rear of another building, a distinction that becomes more meaningful with each new development approved nearby.

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The private outdoor spaces are sized to match the residences themselves. Terraces on the upper levels frame uninterrupted ocean panoramas, and the planning ensures that living areas extend into those outdoor zones rather than treating them as separate attachments. The flow between the two is part of the design intent, not an afterthought.

Inside, the finish specification reflects the same approach. Rich stone benchtops, warm timber joinery, bespoke hardware, each element specified to hold up over time rather than read as a moment in a particular trend cycle.

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Beyond the residences, the amenity offering extends that register. A lap pool and sun deck anchor the outdoor space, alongside a magnesium pool, cold plunge, steam room, and sauna.

A commercial-grade gymnasium, residents' lounge, library, and boardroom round out a programme that functions more like a private members club than a standard building amenity floor.

Construction has commenced under Mosaic's in-house building arm, with completion scheduled for late 2028.

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Madeline by Mosaic delivers penthouse-level living across every apartment

Developer Fortezza Group is the latest to take its new apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-belvedere-5-7-church-street-nelson-bay-nsw-2315">The Belvedere in Nelson Bay</a>, to the NSW Government.

Fortezza, predominantly a South East Queensland developer, is the latest to apply for State Significant Development&nbsp; status through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority, a pathway becoming favoured by developers to speed up the approval process.

They are planning 57 two- and three-bedroom apartments across 5-7 Church Street and 42 Donald Street, near d'Albora Nelson Bay Marina. The diverse apartment mix has sizes from just over 80 sqm to the largest three-bedroom penthouses that reach nearly 200 sqm.

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Fortezza calls the project a "piece of Istria in Nelson Bay,"&nbsp;referring to the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea, shared by Croatia (90%), Slovenia, and Italy, which is known for its Roman history, Venetian-style coastal towns and inland hilltop villages.

They say the The Belvedere is strategically positioned at the apex of Nelson Bay, offering unrivalled views of the ocean, the bay and captivating topography of the area.

"Our commitment to maintaining the integrity of every view and sight line has been relentless," Fortezza Group says.

"Through extensive modelling and analysis, we ensure that each apartment enjoys the natural beauty of Nelson Bay, regardless of future developments. Each design element is carefully curated to harmonise with our European heritage, drawing profound inspiration from the Roman architectural marvels in Istria. The arches, the cascades of greenery and the stonework that define our project pay homage to the structures that once exemplified Roman grandeur."

Residents will have access to a pool, communal green spaces, an office and a coffee shop.

First look: Fortezza Group takes The Belvedere, Nelson Bay apartment development, to NSW Government

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A heritage-listed building which was earlier the home of Rockhampton Post Office is going under the hammer at Burgess Rawson auction on April 5.
The iconic building at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-retail-qld-rockhampton+city-502317358" target="_blank">80 East Street, Rockhampton City, Qld 4700</a> is one of the top five ”Nobel Edifice" ranked buildings in Australia.
The building is fully leased with terms to 2022 with options for extension till 2032. The property earns a net Income of $458,902 per annum.
Tenants include Degani Bakery Café (Jolt Café), which has 78 stores in Queensland and Victoria, The Ranch Bar and Grill — a Texan-inspired restaurant, and Fitzroy Basin Association, a government-funded natural resource body.
It has a land area of 1,863 square metres and floor area of 1,368 square metres.
The current owner has refurbished the building with a new lift, airconditioner, electrical wiring and internal fittings.
The property last traded for a little more than $1.4 million in 2008, according to RP Data. The vendor was Central Queensland University. 
It has a site area of 1,863 square metres with a net lettable area of 1,368 square metres. 
The listing agents are Shaun Venables and Jamie Dewe of Burgess Rawson.
 
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Heritage Rockhampton building to go under the hammer

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Tenders are out to lease the upper level bar and restaurant at the Rockhampton Pier development in Queensland.
The former restaurant is currently being demolished.
The site 189 Quay Street, has more than 300 square metres of indoor and outdoor lettable floor space.
Pat O’Driscoll, principal and director, Knight Frank Rockhampton said this will be the only restaurant in this precinct that is actually cantilevered over the riverbank.
“The riverfront revitalisation will completely transform Rocky and give the city a huge tourism boost," he said.
Building will begin April for late 2017 completion.
The Rockhampton Riverfront area is currently being redeveloped and will eventually feature a fully reconstructed Quay Street, wet play area, revitalised gardens and amphitheatre.
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Tenders out for redeveloped Rockhampton restaurant and bar

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There is a more positive outlook than has been evident over recent years in Rockhampton, according to HTW’s February 2017 update.
The valuation firm says this may see the bottom of the property cycle realised in the Rockhampton region.
“We consider this is largely due to the recent improvement of the mining industry, driven by recent announcements by Adani Coal, increased commodity prices and improved perception of job security across associated service industries,” the firm says.
“This positivity on top of what are (comparatively) affordable housing prices and low interest rates is hoped to generate some activity in our local markets and stabilise value levels.”
There was a tightening of rental vacancy rates during the last quarter of 2016 and should this reduced rate become a trend or even merely stabilise at this lower point (around 4.5%, down from around 6.5%), it will enhance the investor sector of the market (sub $250,000), the report suggests.
HTW expects the lower end of the market to be the sector to watch.
“Generally it is this sector that needs to stabilise first before a market recovery can be anticipated.
“Sectors which may warrant more caution during 2017 will continue to be modern housing estates wholly marketed to non-local investors as house and land package deals.
“In recent years, we have seen land in this type of estate marketed and sold with inflated land contracts.
“As the region’s attractiveness to investors improves, so too will the number of sales with these inflated land prices in selected areas.”
Rockhampton’s riverfront continues to evolve with new unit complexes in the early stages of construction.
The Gallery Stage 1 (of two stages) is to provide 30 two and three bedroom apartments plus a ground floor restaurant.
Approximately 40% of the units in Stage 1 are currently under contract.
Another riverfront complex, Skyview has also recently been introduced to the market, offering a boutique development of 13 two and three bedroom apartments with river views.
Prices range from $449,000 to $799,000.
A four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-west+rockhampton-124609162" target="_blank">11 Schultz Street</a>, West Rockhampton (above) has been listed for $369,000.
Similarly a three bedroom unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-unit-qld-rockhampton+city-124699466" target="_blank">7/260 Quay</a>, Rockhampton City (below) has been reduced to $249,000.
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Mining uptick may be the medicine for Rockhampton market: HTW

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Price point nor location are the determining factors in the Rockhampton region when determining the most or active sectors, according to Herron Todd White’s (HTW) latest monthly market report.
The property advisory firm says that price point and location are not determining factors in either the most or least active sectors of the market in the Rockhampton region at this point in time.
"More so, the buyer profile and presentation of the property is determining activity or lack thereof in the local market," HTW advised.
The buyer demographic most active in this region over recent months has mainly been owner occupiers looking for either a first home or upgrading under favourable buyer conditions, including record low interest rates and affordable housing prices.
These buyers, whether they are first or subsequent home buyers, are drawn to well priced and well presented dwellings, ready to live in with no renovations or repairs required.
Price points vary considerably for this active market sector, but HTW said it is typically seeing first home buyers at prices up to approximately $300,000 and upgraders from $400,000, depending on their financial backing.
An example would be a three bedroom home at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-norman+gardens-123802782" target="_blank">25 Kingfisher Parade</a> (pictured above) that is for sale for $349,000.
The local investor market has been slower than it has been historically, with job security the obvious reason behind this changing trend in Rockhampton.
Properties that appeal to investors generally would benefit from a maintenance program to attract tenants and enhance rental return.
Given the volume of available housing, buyers have been less inclined to spend their cash reserves on such maintenance and repairs.
"While our local economy is typically quite diverse compared to our regional neighbours to the north, south and west with education, health and agriculture also major employers in the region, the mining and associated services industry downturn has had a significant effect on local investment," the report states.
This has combined with higher rental vacancy rates which makes the region less attractive for the typical mum and dad investors.
HTW noted that Rockhampton has, historically, been more stable compared to other regions.
"Having said this, Rockhampton has historically been a less volatile market than other regional localities," said the report. "+Given recent economic conditions combined with the 2015 APRA changes to investor lending, it is possible that some investor activity will return to the local market as investing in capital cities becomes less affordable."
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Presentation plays vital role in sale of Rockhampton properties: HTW

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Property markets in Queensland’s Rockhampton and surrounding areas have softened over the past 12 months and possibly present some of the best opportunities in years, say valuation firm Herron Todd White in their July 2016 residential market report which takes a look at properties in the sub-$500,000 range.
“While not the best news for potential sellers, owner occupiers and investors will get more bang for their buck than ever. As always though, buyer beware!” say HTW.
An investor looking to park $500,000 in Rockhampton would be weighing up a modern (say five to 10 year old) four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the northern suburb of Norman Gardens which would fetch a rental between $450 and $500 per week against an older three- or four-bedroom Queenslander, gable style home on the Range on the southside. Both styles of home would appeal to owner-occupiers and investors alike and are desirable suburbs providing good amenity and proximity to schools and the CBD. Investors would be looking at a gross yield of 4.5 percent to 5 percent. 
There are plenty of options in the early $300,000s up to $400,000 in the suburbs of Berserker and Kawana in north Rockhampton where you will find some well-presented three- and four-bedroom homes achieving yields of 4 percent to 5 percent. 
“Doing your research is key in these areas. Vacancy rates have been on the increase over the past 12 months. While still 5.5 percent to 5.7 percent, this is a steady increase from the lows seen in the golden years of the mining and gas boom.” 
Potential buyers should be wary of outer areas of Rockhampton such as Gracemere and Mount Morgan where supply has well and truly exceeded demand. Vacancy rates have been on the rise over the past 12 months and are now sitting at around 8.5 percent. The number of days on the market has also increased significantly. 
The Palaszczuk government’s announcement to increase the First Home Owner’s Grant from $15,000 to $20,000 for newly constructed homes (valued less than $750,000) for the next 12 months is likely to result in some increase in construction activity in the area and will provide a lifeline for some of our struggling tradesmen. However, it also has the potential to detrimentally impact vacancy rates with increased stock in the long term. 
Capital growth is unlikely in the short to medium term in the Rockhampton region. Despite record low interest rates there is still a lot of uncertainty in the camp particularly around job security. It appears there is little joy on the horizon to drive the market in any forward direction. We anticipate rents will remain at. There is likely to be a lot of fence sitting as punters wait for the dust to settle from the outcome of the federal election. 
As an illustration of the property market under $500,000, Property Observer found a two-bedroom apartment at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-qld-rockhampton+city-121324446" target="_blank">402/6 Victoria Parade, Rockhampton City</a> that sold recently for $443,500.
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Soft Rockhampton property market ripe for buyers in $500,000 range: HTW 

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Queensland's Rockhampton has stayed at the approaching the bottom of market cycle for several months now, according to Herron Todd White's property clock -- a simple broad brush means of suggesting where property prices are and the direction they're headed in.
Its April report discusses fringe suburbs. 
Fringe suburbs within the Rockhampton region would include Gracemere to the south, Parkhurst to the north and Lakes Creek to the east. These areas are typically much more affordable largely due to the cheaper parcels of land on offer. For example a spacious brand new four-bedroom, two-bathroom brick home in Gracemere can be anywhere from $100,000 to $150,000 cheaper then Norman Gardens yet can potentially provide the same level of accommodation and comfort, with location and distance to the CBD being the key factor in value.
Rental values are also significantly cheaper in these fringe locations, in some cases up to 40 percent cheaper for similar quality homes. Future prospects see the north and eastern sides of Rockhampton as potential areas for investment, however, Gracemere appears to have an oversupply issue which makes current prices appear good buying, however it must be said that a recovery in this particular market appears to be some time in the making. 
Property Observer looked up a few recent sales in some of the fringe suburbs of Rockhampton.
The median house price in Gracemere was $329,000, according to CoreLogic RP Data. There was no recent data for units. 
A four-bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-gracemere-120863057" target="_blank">3 Koolamarra Drive Gracemere Qld 4702</a> sold for $325,000.
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In Parkhurst, the median house price was $355,000, according to CoreLogic RP Data. No data was available for units.
A four-bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-parkhurst-119948709" target="_blank">38 Bean Avenue Parkhurst Qld 4702</a> exchanged hands at the median price.
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Queensland's Rockhampton fringes are affordable, but market recovery may take long: HTW

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A $24 million high-end apartment complex in Victoria's Rockhampton, overlooking the Fitzroy River, has been completed.
Located on Victoria Parade, the 10-storey building named Southbank on Victoria comprises 55 apartments, including one, two and three-bedroom units, said a media release.
Designed by Australasian architecture firm The Buchan Group, the development on a site area of 7,500 sqm represents the ongoing rejuvenation of Rockhampton’s residential unit market.
The Buchan Group was appointed in August 2012 to work with local property developer Griffin Builders to bring provide architectural, interior design and graphics expertise to the project.
The Buchan Group’s senior associate Paul Watson said the waterfront high-rise set a new benchmark for apartment living in Rockhampton.
“The Buchan Group team worked on sophisticated designs that incorporated the bold and linear edges of Southbank on Victoria’s external façade frame, with modern, interior elements highlighting the city’s growing cosmopolitan lifestyle,” he said.
“As the original concept for the block changed over the project life, we reduced the density of the development to maximise efficiency and consciously mirror the ambience and serenity of the nearby waterfront, city views, and parkland settings."
 A majority of the apartments were shown to be sold on the project's <a href="https://www.southbankrockhampton.com.au/southbank_availability" target="_blank">website</a>. Among the ones left, the two-bedroom apartments start at $390,000.
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Queensland's Rockhampton is approaching the bottom of market according to HTW's property clock for March, which also predicts that 2016 won't be an easy year for the city and surrounding residential markets.
The valuation firm also discusses the impact of gentrification on the city. 
HTW's property clock is a simple broad brush means to suggest where property markets are and what direction prices are moving in.
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After a tough 2015, confidence still appears to be down, with many resource and associated service industries still dealing with tumbling commodity prices and a declining workforce.
The lower end of the market (sub $300,000) has experienced some of the worst declines in value across the region with a significant number of mortgagee sales recording drops in value from 20 to 40% against their previous sale prices which can generally be any where from one to eight years prior. The worst affected areas include Gracemere, Zilzie and older established suburbs of Rockhampton such as Depot Hill, Berserker and Park Avenue. 
This has largely been the result of a mass exit of investors leaving the market reliant upon first home owners and lower income buyers with substantial budget restraints. 2016 will be another tough year for the localities and as such they should be treated with caution however at the same time they may present opportunities should we reach the bottom of the property cycle, but as always this is something very dif cult to ag at the time. 
Better quality localities and properties where owner- occupiers are active in the medium price range ($300,000 to $500,000) appear to be holding their values. Suburbs include large areas of the Capricorn Coast, Norman Gardens, Frenchville and Wandal. Despite these areas holding well, it is unlikely that they will experience any substantial gains in value throughout 2016.
Medium to high-end properties above $500,000 have been also holding relatively well and include suburbs such as Rockyview, parts of Norman Gardens, and The Range.
In terms of gentrification, Rockhampton has been going through it since late 2005 when the first high-rise unit complex in over 30 years was completed along the river bank.  
Since then there have been an additional six high-rise unit complexes completed comprising a mix of permanent and short term accommodation and of late the addition of various restaurants and cafés in the Empire and Edge buildings which were both completed in the past five years. Victoria Parade and Quay Street have become the heart of the city and this is supported by Council’s recent announcements regarding the funding and approvals for the Rockhampton Revitalisation Concept Plan, which focuses on the Fitzroy River from Quay Street to William Street.
A set of new pathways, landscaping concepts, memorial and historical features are all incorporated into the project. Rockhampton has seen an increase in the number of small cafés and boutique shops with a noticeable increase in alfresco and street side dining areas. 
Within Rockhampton city itself there is a slow but gradual phasing out of old timber and fibro dwellings and replacement with more modern charismatic small and compact unit developments, often available for under $300,000. Given that the current economic climate is considered to be somewhat weak, this process may take some time however the diversity of the local economy is sure to keep the gentrification process ticking over.  
As an example of a sale, a three-bedroom apartment at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-qld-rockhampton+city-110897251" target="_blank">303/6 Victoria Parade Rockhampton City Qld 4700</a> went for $433,000.
 
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In summary, 2016 sees many challenges facing the Rockhampton market and values will be dependent on a range of factors including the mining/resource industry outlook, state and local council initiatives and on a positive note the local agricultural industry, particularly beef is experiencing record cattle prices which are forecast to continue and will no doubt act as a positive indicator for the region. 
 
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Rocky year ahead for Rockhampton: HTW

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A large land parcel in Queensland’s Rockhampton region’s agricultural sector is up for sale through auction, the second time in 70 years it will trade hands.
Clifton — a land parcel sprawling 16,000 hectares (plus 4,122 hectare Forestry Lease) with a combined cattle carrying capacity of approximately 4,000 Adult Equivalents, has been listed by CBRE Agribusiness’ Geoff Warriner, Chris Holgar and Thomas Warriner. The auction is on April 21.
Located close to Rockhampton – Australia’s beef capital – the holding comprises a mix of land and soil types suited to diverse uses. It is subdivided into nearly 20 paddocks.
“This premium property represents an outstanding opportunity for new entrants into the beef industry through to existing industry participants, representing size, scale, diversification and affordability close to Rockhampton,” said Geoff Warriner.
The property’s proximity to Rockhampton is expected to draw strong investor interest. 
“The opportunity to acquire a property with scale and scope for expansion in one of the most keenly contested sectors of the agribusiness market will no doubt attract a wide range of interest from both domestic and foreign investors,” Warriner said. 
“Furthermore, Clifton’s location, quality and soil types lend favourably to further development in order to capitalise on its proximity to end markets.” 
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Property around Rockhampton is showing good value for money in comparison to previous years, according to Herron Todd White.
Herron Todd White's Month in Review for October said due to the downturn in the mining industry and lack of investors, purchasers are now seeing property offering good value for money compared to a number of years ago.
With the downturn in the mining industry and lack of investors, low priced, entry-level markets and some mid price properties are now seeing more activity than the higher priced markets.
Such areas include Depot Hill and Rockhampton City on the south side and Berserker, Park Avenue and areas of Koongal in the north.
"Entry level buyers can pick up property now in the low to mid $100,000s which may or may not be in a flood prone area," it said.
"These are generally older style dwellings with limited ancillary improvements and vary in condition. 
"Cheaper priced properties of better quality and generally out of flood areas can be expected to achieve up to around $250,000."
 
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