Perth’s new apartment market recorded its strongest quarter of sales since Q4 2021, with 412 apartments sold in Q1 2026 and a record quarterly sold value of $537 million, according to Urbis’ latest Apartment Essentials results.

Urbis said the March quarter result reflects strong, highly product‑specific demand across both ends of the market, from more attainable projects delivering at scale, through to premium stock being absorbed by equity‑rich downsizers.&nbsp;

David Cresp, Partner at Urbis, said the key story in Perth is not demand, it is the market’s ability to convert demand into delivered housing.&nbsp;

“This is the strongest sales quarter since Q4 2021, and it reinforces that demand in Perth is real and it’s local,” David Cresp said. “But the task now is delivery, turning that demand into projects that can actually be built and completed.”&nbsp;

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<h2>Affordable product leads, premium demand remains resilient</h2>

Sales in Q1 were led by more affordable projects, with The Boulevard (SKS Group) recording 115 sales in the quarter, the presentation noting this is only the second time a single project has surpassed 100 quarterly sales. The project was able to offer more affordable housing product right next to a train station.&nbsp;

Palmyra West (Finbar) also delivered strong results with 28 sales in Q1, following 84 sales in Q4, with an average price of under $800,000, underscoring depth of demand for well‑located, attainable new stock.&nbsp;

At the premium end, Urbis said downsizer demand is continuing, with the results highlighting Romeo (Applecross, Finbar) recording 75 sales and reaching almost 50% sold in one quarter.

Jual (Shenton Park, Celsius Property) also posted a strong quarter with 28 sales, reaching 39% sold in one quarter.

Urbis noted that Perth apartment demand is not speculative, not investor‑led, and not uniform, describing it as localised, often equity‑driven and highly product‑specific, a pattern reflected in the polarisation between strong “attainable” performers and premium downsizer product.&nbsp;

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<h2>Prices underpinned by costs, and the delivery risk is growing</h2>

Urbis said pricing pressure is cost not demand‑driven: construction costs and delivery risk are now a central constraint, with the results noting build costs remain elevated and volatile, and that energy, fuel and labour uncertainty weigh on feasibility.

David Cresp said a growing challenge for private Build‑to‑Sell developers is simply securing a builder in the current environment.

“Developers are really feeling the pressure from a building market that was operating at capacity and securing a builder is challenging,” David Cresp said, adding that even where a builder can be secured, “trying to get to the price that makes the development financially viable is incredibly challenging in the current market.”&nbsp;

Urbis’ broader WA commentary also notes that industry remains at or above capacity with lot and housing creation, and that many builders are limiting new sales to manage stretched workforces and fixed‑price contract pressures, conditions that flow directly into apartment feasibility and delivery timing.

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<h2>Supply: improving later, but still constrained, and Perth lags eastern benchmarks</h2>

While near‑term supply remains constrained, Urbis’ forecast shows completions lifting “Supply is forecast to be back above 1,500 apartments per annum for the first time since 2019”, with 1,775 completions forecast for 2026, and volumes remaining above that level over the following years.&nbsp;

Looking further ahead, completions are forecast to reach 2,500 in 2028, with the report noting 32% of that total is social/affordable, reflecting the role of government‑supported delivery in rebuilding the pipeline.&nbsp;

However, Urbis said Perth remains behind comparable markets on pipeline scale. In a national comparison of projects under construction, the report shows under construction Perth Build‑to‑Sell (BTS) at 3,446 apartments versus the Gold Coast at 7,922. Mr Cresp said “The challenge for Perth is how to we grow the delivery pipeline”.

Urbis’ conclusion is that Perth’s market is increasingly defined by product discipline and delivery certainty, with the research identifying “delivery certainty is key” and calling out builder risk and procurement models as core success factors, alongside “timing and staging”.&nbsp;

Joel Robinson

Perth apartment sales hit strongest pace since late 2021 as builder capacity tightens

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sammut-developments">Sammut Group</a> has secured development approval for its latest Brisbane apartment project, marking the Sydney developer’s next step in expanding its Queensland pipeline following the success of its debut Gold Coast development, Coast.

The approved project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/44-glen-road-toowong-qld-4066">44 Glen Road, </a><a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> will deliver a 15-storey riverfront apartment building with 42 residences, significantly increasing the scale of the site’s previous approval for a smaller luxury scheme. Designed by Bureau^proberts, the development will comprise a mix of predominantly four-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments positioned to maximise Brisbane River and city views.

Sammut Director Julian Sammut said the group had been actively searching Brisbane for several years before identifying Toowong as the right fit.

“Brisbane was the right step for Sammut,” Sammut said.

“With the success of Coast we thought we should definitely look to do more in Queensland alone. We then pushed up to look at Brisbane. We've been looking for I'd say two to three years actually and it was hard to find the right location.”

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Sammut said suburbs including New Farm and Teneriffe were considered before the group ultimately focused on Toowong due to its strong downsizer demographic and limited supply of developable riverfront land.

The site was acquired off-market after what Sammut described as a lengthy negotiation and planning process, with the developer pursuing an uplift to the original approval.

“We are DA approved now which is very exciting,” Sammut said.

“We've had our change approval come through and we've obviously doubled the height, 15 storeys plus rooftop. We've got 42 amazing apartments that are going to be coming to market soon.”

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Bureau^proberts said the design responds to Toowong’s evolving urban character, balancing contemporary apartment living with the area’s established residential identity.

“A place where traditional Queensland living has taken place for centuries; Toowong is seeing a shift of contemporary influence, commercial and retail hubs mixed with well-considered residential offerings – all the while maintaining its character and charm,” the architect noted in planning documents submitted to Brisbane City Council.

The architecture practice said the project’s form was shaped by its riverfront setting, flood considerations, neighbouring building scales, and view corridors.

“They said the mix of four and two-bedroom apartments capture the ‘fundamental qualities of Queenslander living,’ translated into the context of a contemporary subtropical building.”

The development sits just off Coronation Drive within walking distance of Toowong’s retail precinct and the upgraded Regatta ferry terminal, while also benefiting from proximity to the incoming green bridge connection to West End. Sammut said the accessibility and amenity offering were central to the site’s appeal.

The approval adds to growing residential activity along the Toowong riverfront, joining nearby projects including Consolidated Properties’ Monarch Residences and Spyre Group’s ARC Residences.

Sammut secures approval for debut Brisbane apartment development in Toowong

Developer Lanevick is heading back into Sydney’s apartment market after focusing more heavily on the luxury townhouse and terrace sector in recent years.

Lanevick, founded and directed by Steve Maroun, is expecting to receive approval in the coming months for a new apartment development in Gladesville, with the aim to launch it to the market later this year.

The 51-apartment project, designed by Studio Johnston, will comprise a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments positioned toward the Hunters Hill downsizer market.

“Traditionally it’s been difficult for people in that market to downsize because there just hasn’t been the right product available,” Maroun said.

“We’re targeting buyers who might have 30 to 40 per cent of their house value sitting in the bank after downsizing.

“They still want good spacious entertaining areas, they still want quality design, but they also want flexibility and the ability to enjoy life a bit more after working hard for a long time.”

The project sits near Boronia Park and within close proximity to the Parramatta River foreshore, an area Maroun says offers more of a Hunters Hill lifestyle than a traditional apartment precinct.

“From a lifestyle perspective, it’s really more Hunters Hill than Gladesville,” Maroun said. “You’re close to the foreshore, close to parklands, and still connected back into the village precinct.”

From level four and above, apartments will capture water views&nbsp;toward Sydney Harbour. Communal amenity will include rooftop entertaining areas, wellness spaces, and a gym tailored toward owner-occupier buyers.

“We’ve really designed these apartments around that buyer coming from the Hunters Hill LGA and what they’re actually looking for in their next chapter.”

The proposed development has also been designed to respond to the changing character of the broader Gladesville town centre, where a growing number of mixed-use and residential proposals are expected to emerge over the coming years.

“Gladesville presented a rare opportunity to deliver a genuinely design-led residential project within an evolving lifestyle precinct, just moments from the growing Gladesville town centre, and we’ve approached the project with a strong focus on architecture, liveability and long-term community value,” Maroun said.

Maroun said Lanevick saw a first-mover advantage within the precinct as planning controls continue to evolve to accommodate greater housing density.

“We think there’s a real opportunity there that hasn’t really been serviced properly yet,” he said.

“There’s going to be a broader evolution of the whole Gladesville village precinct over time, particularly with more activation and mixed-use outcomes.”

The Venus Street proposal will include a commercial and retail component at ground level designed to contribute to that evolving streetscape activation.

“A big part of the thinking was how do you activate that area properly and create more vibrancy and amenity, which is what Hunters Hill has been looking for,” Maroun said.

Lanevick’s focus since 2020 has largely been on smaller-scale luxury townhouse and terrace developments. The developer recently completed Royale Randwick, also designed by Studio Johnston, where prices reached $3.65 million. The project was featured in the UDIA NSW 2026 Professional Development Prospectus and was also named a finalist for Development of the Year.

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Lanevick to cater for Hunters Hill downsizers with new Gladesville apartment development

Property developer One Living, backed by former Macquarie banker turned investment manager Chris Green’s investment firm, has unveiled plans to bring more institutional capital into housing to help address the national supply crisis.

The New York-based investor has focused his firm, GreenPoint Partners, on addressing the supply shortage hitting middle market housing in Australia.

It is backing the new One Living business to develop more than 1000 units along the eastern seaboard. The new firm is starting with a development on Mona Vale Road, on the border of Mona Vale and Pymble, in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, with around 140 apartments planned. They are eyeing off more sites across the city.

With cost pressures rising in the industry, One Living’s model is to be a vertically integrated developer-builder, so it can respond directly to the housing gap by removing the cost inefficiencies embedded in traditional residential delivery.

“We are building a platform designed to operate at scale and starting in a market where there’s a clear need for quality, attainable housing,” One Living joint managing director Joseph Scuderi said.

“It’s that missing middle – it’s that attainable end of housing… that’s what most Australians invest into and what Australians can actually afford.”

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GreenPoint Partners brings years of experience assembling and scaling real estate operating businesses across major markets. And Green sees a big opportunity in Australia.

“For its size, sophistication and importance to the community, Australia’s living sector has remained largely under-institutionalised, which represents significant opportunity,” Green said. “GreenPoint identified that gap, assembled the right team, and is backing One Living to build a platform that is aligned to market needs.”

Green said being a builder-developer would give the company the capacity and flexibility it required to deliver reasonably-priced homes.

“We want it to be at that attainable level; not super high end luxury but at that attainable level,” he said.

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One Living will undertake a component of affordable housing in its schemes, which it will own and operate, and it could also run build-to-rent on some sites.

Green praised local policy settings.

“The NSW government is being very supportive, strategic and pragmatic in terms of how do we generate more supply of housing,” he said. “We think it’s actually positive for development and the bit that’s been lacking at that attainable level is that it’s lots of relatively small private developers, whereas we want to create an institutional platform.”

One Living is also&nbsp;looking at high-density projects and could take on more institutional funding in the future.

“The way we will be able to achieve economies of scale is through size,” Green added.

One Living enters Sydney's new apartment market with Northern Beaches site acquisition

It's been several years since there's been an opportunity to buy a brand new townhome in Melbourne's coastal suburb of Mordialloc. Even apartment developments in recent times have been few and far between in the area.

Local developer LDS Property identified the gap in new housing, securing a site on White Street, directly opposite&nbsp;Woodlands Golf Club Mordialloc. They've recently launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/wm-residences-mordialloc-102-white-street-mordialloc-vic-3195">WM Residences</a>, just 13 townhouses which they have already started building.

Projects by Buxton Director Heath Thompson, who is selling WM Residences, says the townhouses x that perfect middle ground be

"Mordialloc residents have had limited options to downsize within the suburb, often forcing them to look elsewhere despite long-standing ties to the area," Thompson says.

"With very little comparable new supply coming to market, projects like WM Residences are well placed, particularly as buyers look to capitalise on current conditions amid constrained supply."

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The development, designed by regarded architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ewert-leaf">Ewert Leaf</a>,&nbsp;adopts a deliberately restrained architectural approach, focusing on simplicity, durability and liveability rather than overt design gestures.

The boutique scale is central to the offering. With only 13 three-bedroom residences, each home is configured to prioritise functional layouts and everyday use, supported by private terraces and secure two-car garages.

Ewert Leaf’s design response leans into a calm, neutral material palette. Interiors are defined by oak flooring, white walls and soft finishes, creating a consistent and understated backdrop. The approach avoids trend-driven detailing in favour of longevity, with an emphasis on natural light and spatial clarity.

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Beyond aesthetics, the homes are designed to meet contemporary performance expectations. Each residence targets a minimum 6-star energy rating, incorporating double glazing, comprehensive insulation and all-electric Bosch appliances.

The project’s location supports a walkable coastal lifestyle, sitting within close proximity to Mordialloc’s foreshore, Main Street retail strip and the train station. Local cafés and dining venues, including Suburbia Deli and Hendriks Café, are within a short walk, reinforcing the area’s established neighbourhood character.

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While <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/mordialloc-vic-3195">Mordialloc</a> is often defined by its beach and pier, the project taps into other areas of day to day living, offering easy access to local food, casual dining and transport, rather than positioning itself purely as a lifestyle retreat.

WM Residences reflects a continued trend across Melbourne’s coastal suburbs towards smaller-scale, design-led townhouse developments, particularly on infill sites where proximity to amenity is already established.

With construction commenced prior to its market entry, the project aligns with a growing preference among buyers for developments with visible progress and defined delivery timeframes.

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WM Residences fills gap in Mordialloc townhouse market

VIC Developers

There&#39;s set to be a fresh wave of international returnees over 2022, as Australia once again reopens its borders fully to the world of investors and students.

Some of Victoria&#39;s top developers&nbsp;have been planning for the eventuality, acquiring development sites and timing the launch of their projects to coincide with the expected 2022-rush for apartments.

With many making the move to the unit market as a result of growing housing prices, buying from a developer with a track record and long-term commitment to delivering quality projects has become all the more important for aspiring investors.

Urban takes a look at six developers in Melbourne who are set for a busy 2022.

<h2>1. Neometro</h2>

Melbourne-based developer&nbsp;Neometro&nbsp;is one to watch this year thanks to a range of new developments that unite architecture with community and sustainability.

Delivering developments across Melbourne for more than three decades, the group become Australia&rsquo;s first property developer to achieve B Corporation certification in 2013.

Neometro recently launched Nine Wilson Ave, which will home the final 58 apartments and 15 lofts in Jewell Station Village, their fourth residential building&nbsp;at the southern end of Brunswick near Royal Park.

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In conjunction with architecture firm MAA and the local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave promotes wellbeing, prioritises sustainability and is engineered to last.

Neometro&rsquo;s meticulously crafted residences are the result of a unique, curated approach to uniting architecture, interior design, engineering and construction.&nbsp;

Neometro also recently launched 57 Martin St, just six sustainable townhouses in the nearby Thornbury.

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<h2>2. Pace Development Group</h2>

With over 100 projects delivered across Melbourne since conception in 1992, Pace Development Group is an integrated property developer and builder.

Founded by Shane Wilkinson, Pace has grown to a team of 80 that oversees development, acquisitions, planning, architecture, sales and marketing as an end-to-end developer involved in every step of the process.

Set to reach completion this year is there 298-residence development Pace of Blackburn, featuring one, two and three-bedroom apartments, designed by Ascui &amp; Co.

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The project will feature resort-style amenities, multiple retail spaces on ground level and an office tower, once completed.

Other projects in the pipeline include four boutique buildings that will make up the Hampton Quarter precinct, as well as Pace&rsquo;s final development in Sunshine North which will launch early this year.

There&#39;s also The Darley, which will rise overlooking Flemington Racecourse, in what will be one of the most exciting projects to hit the market in Melbourne this year.

<h2>3. Lendlease</h2>

Founded in 1951, Lendlease boasts over 70 years of experience in building new communities and shaping cities.

Headquartered in Sydney, Lendlease is a globally integrated real estate and investment group operating across four regions.

Further stages at Melbourne Quarter, a new, vibrant inner-city precinct, are expected to reach completion over the coming year.

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With a diverse mix of workspaces, living, hospitality, retail and green public realms, Melbourne Quarter is set to house approximately 3,000 residents and engage 15,000 workers.

The 40-level East Tower was recently completed, and Lendlease are offering buyers $0 stamp duty for eligible buyers of the&nbsp;one, two and three-bedroom apartments. One-bedroom apartments start from $446,000.

Currently, the group boasts a current development pipeline of $14.5 billion and feature 100 per cent renewable energy across all Australian building projects.

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Lendlease has long been committed to the environment and was named by the&nbsp;Green Building Council&nbsp;of Australia as a 2021 Green Star Champion.

<h2>4. Mirvac</h2>

Celebrating its 50th year in operation in 2022, Mirvac has an unmatched reputation for delivering quality products in the residential development sector.

Founded in 1972, the leading Australian property group has become a trustworthy developer known for its delivery of upfront amenities, diversified product range and quality design.

Mirvac completed over 3,300 residential sales over the 2021 financial year, an increase of 83 per cent on the previous year, with total assets under management growing to approximately $25 billion.

As one to watch, potential buyers and investors should keep an eye on&nbsp;Mirvac&rsquo;s many residential developments, including the launch of&nbsp;Mirvac&#39;s highly anticipated final release at Tullamore, FORME.&nbsp;

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FORME residences have been meticulously designed by&nbsp;Mirvac&nbsp;and set within the tranquil surrounds of nature, designed by award-winning landscape architect Paul Bangay.

FORME sits in the wider Tullamore community, which has been a hit with buyers over the last few years. There has been five distinct stages,&nbsp;The&nbsp;Apartments of Tullamore, The Stables, The Club, The Reserve and The Grange.

Tullamore is extremely walkable with over 25 per cent&nbsp;of the site dedicated to green space and trails.

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Mirvac are also pressing ahead with their multi billion dollar Yarra&#39;s Edge project, with plans for their ninth tower recently tweaked to be more owner-occupier friendly.

The final apartments remain in Mirvac&#39;s eighth tower, Voyager, the 43-level, 130 metre tower of 310 apartments.

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<h2>5. Beulah</h2>

One of the most talked-about developments of 2022 is Beulah International&#39;s&nbsp;STH BNK by Beulah.

The $2.7 billion project will see a&nbsp;dual skyscrapers designed by&nbsp;UNStudio&nbsp;and&nbsp;COX Architecture erected in Southbank.

Once complete, it&nbsp;will top Australia 108 as&nbsp;the Southern Hemisphere&rsquo;s tallest building upon its completion, rising 102 storeys, some 366 metres from the City Road address.

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There will be around 449 apartments across the two towers, as well as a hotel, commercial, and retail space.&nbsp;Residents will also have access to a Private Auto Club,&nbsp;a first-of-its-kind in Australia.

The STH BNK Auto Club will see residents have the opportunity to use the fleet of luxury vehicles,&nbsp;from&nbsp;BMWs and Teslas to Porches and Range Rovers.

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Last year Beulah acquired the neighbouring site in a strategic move that will allow Australia&#39;s tallest tower to now have four street frontages, with the site increasing to 7,706 sqm.

From thoughtfully considered individual experiences to city-defining mixed-use developments,&nbsp;Beulah&nbsp;is known for its transformative spaces and progressive design approach.

As one to watch,&nbsp;Beulah&nbsp;has cemented its place as a developer to watch with the successful sell-out of Gardenhill and their engagement on high-profile projects.

There&#39;s also plans being prepared for 182-194 Commercial Road, a mixed-use 1,132 sqm site in Prahran, secured last year for $11.4 million opposite the well known Prahran Market.&nbsp;

<h2>6. Buxton Projects</h2>

As one to watch in 2022, Buxton Projects is set to deliver a range of developments this year, including their recently launched Toorak residence, ADA.

A curated collection of 22 private residences in the heart of Melbourne&rsquo;s most sought-after suburb, ADA is the vision of Buxton Projects, Conrad Architects and Jack Merlo.

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The development group draws on generations of property and real estate experience to create inspiring spaces for exceptional lifestyles, with a diverse pipeline of development projects across the residential, industrial and commercial sectors.

In November, Buxton Projects purchased a 3,987sqm park-front Malvern East site for $10.5 million, likely to become a townhouse project.

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Other projects include Salt Townhomes in Brighton, designed by NTF Architects, which is also expected to reach completion within the next two years.

Urban takes a look at six developers operating in Victoria that you should keep an eye on in the new year.

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