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Sydney's top 15 new apartments developments set to launch in 2026

Developer-builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dasco-australia">DASCO</a> has pushed beyond the now-standard inclusions of rooftop pools and landscaped podiums at its recently launched new Epping project, Senso.

It has laid out over 4,000 sqm of resident-only amenity in a move designed to compete directly with low-density housing on livability, not just density. The result is a development that supports genuine daily use through purposeful spaces distributed across its five-building, 479-apartment precinct.

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Two rooftop pools form the anchor of Senso. One is a 27-metre lap pool adjoining a heated spa, designed for everyday fitness rather than just summer leisure. The second sits on a lower podium, allowing different buildings to share in vertical access and reducing crowding during peak times.

It is the secondary spaces that start to distinguish Senso from other large-scale suburban projects. A rooftop cinema is integrated into a landscaped terrace, offering open-air screenings with natural ventilation and passive cooling.&nbsp;

The inclusion of a “sensory walk”, an elevated boardwalk that threads through the site, suggests a rare investment in non-commercial, non-essential amenity: space for quiet movement that doesn’t double as access or traffic circulation.

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The gym and wellness centre, often relegated to a small ground-floor room in many builds, takes on more substance here. Residents have access to a fully equipped gym, as well as outdoor yoga areas and meditative zones that integrate greenery and natural light.&nbsp;

The Club Lounge is similarly designed to support multiple use cases, with a private dining terrace, kitchenette, workspace, and lockable wine storage. These aren’t superficial additions; their scale and spatial allocation indicate serious intent for frequent resident use.

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Importantly, Senso’s amenities are embedded within a site that spans more than 10,000 sqm, allowing for better separation between spaces and reduced noise spillover, a critical but often overlooked factor in high-density developments. This spatial generosity also enables multiple alfresco kitchens and communal terraces without compromising individual privacy or usable space.

While many developments make claims about lifestyle, few back it with this level of built infrastructure. Senso’s mix of dedicated fitness, wellness, social and passive green spaces suggests a conscious response to the post-pandemic shift in housing expectations, especially among owner-occupiers.&nbsp;

DASCO is one of several leading developers who have taken out Resilience Insurance's Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing buyers with a 10-year structural and waterproofing warranty, and giving them the ultimate peace of mind.

Senso is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

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The outdoor amenities elevating life at Senso, Epping

Following the proposal by the Minns Labor Government to rezone Parramatta Road to create up to 8,000 new homes, prominent developer Ceerose has gone to the NSW Gov to increase the density of its new mixed-use residential building in Leichhardt.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/ceerose">Ceerose</a>, founded by Edward Doueihi nearly three decades ago, has filed plans for 154 apartments above ground-floor retail at 307-315 Parramatta Road, a key corner site near Norton Street, the main high street strip in Leichhardt.

It's an upsize from the previously approved scheme of 63 apartments across a seven-storey building.

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The project is being advanced through the State Significant Development (SSD) pathway, with concurrent rezoning sought to facilitate the proposal. The 10-storey development would rise over a four-level basement and deliver two retail tenancies, one a larger-format offering and the other a smaller “hole in the wall” space, addressing the Parramatta Road frontage. 21 of the apartments are dedicated as affordable housing.

According to the Urban Design Report by Architecture AND, the scheme includes a podium and tower configuration, with a fine-grain, two-storey parapet street wall that references the traditional shopfront rhythm along the corridor. “An elegant tower form is proposed, combined with a characterful two storey frontage... articulating it as two related buildings, providing consistency with the rhythm and grain of Parramatta Road,” the report notes.

The residential component is split across two slender towers set back from the street edge, a design move aimed at preserving solar access and reducing perceived bulk. This massing strategy also seeks to improve residential amenity by focusing scale toward the quieter northern interface, away from Parramatta Road’s noise and pollution.

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Architecture AND has worked with Ceerose on previous Inner West projects, and cites a deep familiarity with the local character. Their design draws heavily on context, heritage, and sunlight access considerations, and engages with the Inner West Council’s “Our Fairer Future” strategic planning framework.

The site spans 2,712 sqm and is located near key intersections with Catherine Street, Hay Street, and Redmond Street. It adjoins a public carpark to the north and is within walking distance of Stanmore and Petersham stations. It is also flagged in state and local planning strategies, including the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy, as a suitable candidate for increased density.

Ceerose recently completed The Alex Collective on McEvoy Street in Alexandria, Abbie's Lane in Annandale, and the award-winning Munro House in Elizabeth Bay.

The Parramatta Road corridor is coming to life with the proposed rezoning which is serviced by a significant number of bus, light rail and train routes.

Deicorp is progressing with its $1.8 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-five-dock-53-75-queens-road-five-dock-nsw-2046">Kings Bay Village</a> precinct on Parramatta Road in Five Dock, as is <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/toga-to-push-on-with-five-dock-mixed-use-masterplan">TOGA further down the street</a>. Those two projects alone will bring nearly 2,000 new homes to Parramatta Road.

First look: Ceerose plots mixed-use Leichhardt development on Parramatta Road

North Sydney's landmark 'SBS Building' on Alfred Street is set to be demolished to make way for a new mixed-use residential tower in the booming North Sydney.

Commercial property group FiveX is behind the plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/275-alfred-street-north-north-sydney-nsw-2060">39-storey tower</a>, the latest project to advance under the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

They are proposing 184 apartments above retail spaces, which will replace the existing 20-storey commercial building. FiveX was set up more than five decades ago by Joshua and Marko Berger. It is currently led by Joshua's son Lesli.&nbsp;

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According to the Architectural Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fjc-studio">FJC Studio</a>, the slender tower form has been deliberately designed to respect the site's transitional setting at the southern gateway to the North Sydney CBD, where high-rise towers give way to lower-scale residential precincts.

"The slender tower form and articulated podium establish a respectful relationship with nearby heritage and low rise buildings, including the Whaling Road Heritage Conservation Area,” the architecture firm noted, adding that the tower “completes a missing link in the urban fabric” while enhancing the Alfred Street streetscape.

The proposed building will include a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, with 15 percent of the gross residential floor area allocated as affordable housing. There is an agreement already in place that those apartments will be managed by Evolve Housing.

The project aligns with broader state housing objectives, including the National Housing Accord target of delivering 1.2 million new homes by 2029. The Scoping Report filed with the State Significant Development Application (SSDA) suggests the site "presents no impediments to rapid delivery,” with construction able to commence within 12 months of receiving consent.

North Sydney has been one of the most popular suburbs in Sydney for new and off the plan apartment development, but hasn't had the supply to keep up with demand, until recently.

AURA by Aqualand was, for a long time, the only off the plan apartment building on the market. That completed last year, and has sold the majority of its 386 luxury apartments. Recently ALAND launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-walden-173-179-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The Walden</a> on the same street, selling over $100 million within just a few hours of its launch, while developer CASA also launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-mclaren-north-sydney-45-mclaren-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The McLaren</a>&nbsp;in the same precinct.

First look: Fivex plans 39-storey residential tower in booming North Sydney

Kokoda Property Group has announced the Sydney-based Versatile Construction as the builder for its landmark $1.5 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> precinct.

Construction of the 17,612 sqm site is scheduled to commence in December 2025 and is expected to be delivered in stages from 2028. Once complete, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> will comprise 212 residences across four architecturally distinct buildings, alongside Brisbane’s first Kimpton Hotel, extensive retail, hospitality, and wellness amenities.

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Kokoda Property Group Founder and Managing Director, Mark Stevens, said appointing Versatile Construction marks a significant milestone for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>.

“Partnering with Versatile Construction gives us confidence in delivering a precinct that sets a new benchmark for luxury living, curated experiences and vibrant riverfront activation," Stevens said.

"Together, we will bring the vision for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> to life, creating a destination that residents and visitors will enjoy for generations."

Throughout the construction phase, more than 2,000 jobs will be created, supporting hundreds of local contractors and suppliers.

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Marco Fahd, Chairman &amp; CEO at Versatile Group, said the company is looking forward to&nbsp;expanding their footprint in the state, taking on their inaugural project in Brisbane.

"We are proud of the unwavering commitment our team of experts have to quality and certainty in delivery and are excited to work with Kokoda to bring their vision for this unique project to life," Fahd says.

Sales reached $285 million on the launch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>, with sales momentum continuing to "exceed all expectations."

Stevens says the overwhelming response from buyers validated the group’s vision for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>.

“The demand for a luxury product in this enclave has been extraordinary, we’ve never seen anything like it before. It reinforces everything we’re doing around quality, design, and creating genuine lifestyle precincts. Buyers are recognising the enduring value of Brisbane’s riverfront and are responding to the opportunity to live within a world-class destination that celebrates both place and lifestyle.”

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Kokoda appoints builder for $1.5 billion Teneriffe Banks waterfront precinct

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One of the biggest sales across Sydney at the weekend was a modern home at <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/25-tripod-street-concord-nsw-2137-2016405208">25 Tripod Street, Concord,</a> which sold for $4.21 million.
It was for $810,000 over the reserve.
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<div class="css-1i2jgjj">The 25 Tripod Street, Concord home had five bedrooms and four bathrooms.</div>
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The two-storey property features a pool and gym.
It was bought by a family living just two suburbs away in Sydney’s inner west.
Belle Property Strathfield agent Norman So said there were 14 registered bidders, with five of whom active after the opening bid of $3.4 million.
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Concord trophy home sells for $4.35 million

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Australian basketball superstar Andrew Bogut has listed his Concord home property for sale.
The Pitt street house was purchased by Bogut in 2018 for $3.5 million.
It features six bedrooms, three bathrooms, a triple-car garage, large pool, and views to the city skyline.
Situated on a 609 square metre block, it had previously sold for $1,860,000 in 2015.
Off court the 33 year old has a net worth of around $70 million, and the Concord home was bought without any registered mortgage.
Dib Chidiac and Paul Caradonna, from Dib Chidiac Real Estate, have the listing.
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Boomers star Andrew Bogut lists former Concord home

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Raine &amp; Horne has lost the $1 billion sales agent Dib Chidiac, with the Sydney agent going independent.
He began his career with Raine &amp; Horne Concord and over 10 years rose through the ranks to become the national network’s No 1 agent for four consecutive years (2015-2018).
He says starting his own independent agency in 2019 was "a natural next step."
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With $1 billion in local sales over 10 years, Dib Chidiac (pictured above) is known within the City of Canada Bay community as a market leader.
In 2018, he was recognised as one of Australia’s top performing agents with a No 28 ranking in the Real Estate Business (REB) Top 100 Agents.
He has averaged 100 home sales annually from apartments to prestige waterfront estates throughout the City of Canada Bay and the broader Inner West.
Several generations of the Chidiac family live locally and Dib is proud to carry on this tradition with his wife, Stephanie.
His suburb records include Cabarita at $6.05 million and Mortlake at $3.150 million.
His auction sales records include the highest residential price achieved under the hammer for the 2137/2138 postcode when $5.413 million was paid in Cabarita.
Dib’s personal career sales total $1 billion.
His auctioneer is Clarence White, a three time winner of the REINSW Award for Excellence in Auctioneering (2014, 2017, 2018).
White spent four years calling auctions for McGrath Estate Agents and a further two years for Bresic Whitney before establishing his own independent business in 2018. 
Paul Pettenon is the proprietor of Raine &amp; Horne Concord, having owned Raine &amp; Horne Concord since 1995 when it was a "small four man suburban office to now having 17 full time staff."
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Dib Chidiac quits Raine & Horne Concord to go independent 

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Boomer Andrew Bogut and his wife Jessica are really taking the two year stint with the Sydney Kings seriously. 
The couple, who returned to Australia after he left the Los Angeles Lakers in January, spent $3.5 million on a house in Concord last month.
It was an off market buy of a three bedroom brick cottage, which has had a rear extension since its prior sale (pictured below).
It was in April when the Sydney Kings unveiled their star NBA signing.
Bogut, whose stellar 13-year career in the US included a championship with the Golden State Warriors, said he wanted to return to Australia while still near the top of his game.
The signing of former NBA champion and No. 1 draft pick Andrew Bogut, combined with three Boomers and two NBL MVPs, has rocketed Sydney Kings to championship favouritism for the upcoming season.
The seven foot 31 year old has a net worth of around $70 million with the Concord home bought without any registered mortgage.
He retains property in Melbourne at Bonbeach, having grown up at Endeavour Hills.
Before the weekend game against Japan, the Sydney Kings coach Andrew Gaze suggested his prized recruit was set to be used sparingly on debut.
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It was noted after a strict off-season training schedule, including numerous pilates sessions, Bogut was in strong physical shape.
Ahead of the team’s 30th anniversary season, the Kings will play 11 games against NBL, US college, NBA and international opposition.
This article was first published in the Saturday Daily Telegraph.
 
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Veteran Tigers star hooker Robbie Farah remains passionate about footy, his family, travel and property.
His latest property project, a Concord West renovation, hit the market recently.
There were big crowds at yesterday's open for inspection, just hours before the most capped Tiger faced-off against the Rabbitohs in his first clash with his former club.
It was his 250th game with the team.
Through the years Farah has accumulated an impressive property investment portfolio, all done with family members.
The Myall Street offering, which goes to August 11 auction, was a joint venture between Robbie, and brothers Jason and Eddie and Jessica and Renee.
Its Raine &amp; Horne listing agent Dib Chidiac was giving $2 million to $2.2 million price guidance after its new rear extension.  
Farah bought his first home in 2006 when he paid $500,000 for a two bedroom unit in Annandale.
He co-owns other properties with family in Cabarita, Maroubra, Wareemba and most recently a two level Queenslander in the upmarket Brisbane suburb of Hamilton.
It was purchased was through YNWA Developments, named after the famous You'll Never Walk Alone anthem of Liverpool FC, Farah's favourite English Premier League team.
He has become a director and co-founder with Louis Hanna and Jai Ayoub of Two4Seven, a company creating VIP packages to major sporting and entertainment events worldwide. 
His interests through the years have extended into food too when Farah established a gourmet pizza and schnitzel restaurant in Leichhardt.
Representing NSW in 16 Origins, including captaining two games, Farah has been generous off field as the co-founder and board member of the charity organisation, Mates On A Mission, which has raised over $600,000 to help those in need.
He has also assisted Save Our Sons, Westmead's Children Hospital and Fr Chris Reilly Youth Off The Streets.
The standout No.9. hasn't yet decided on his playing future although he admits “everyone’s been asking me about that".
“To be honest I haven’t even really thought about it,” he told sports journalists.
“I’m not too concerned about making a decision one way or the other in the near future.
“There’s still a long way to go on the season, a million things can happen between now and then.”
This article first appeared in The Sunday Telegraph. 
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Robbie Farah offering renovated Concord West property

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A prestige commercial investment in Concord is for sale.
Located at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-retail-nsw-concord-502192390">50 Mortlake Street</a> the 228 sqm zoned B2 Local Centre property is an impressive two-level building with dual street frontages and eye-catching exposure.
It is leased to Antoine’s Grill, a popular restaurant that has been awarded Chef Hat 2015 and featured in AGFG and Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide.
The restaurant includes commercial kitchen, indoor and council approved outdoor seating areas, a fully licensed bar, polished timber floorings, floor-to-ceiling bi-folding doors, a grease trap, cool room, storage, M/F amenities and rear lane access to secure off-street parking.
It is a short distance to ample street parking, bus stops and Mortlake ferry wharf with close proximity to Concord Golf Club, Concord RSL, Parramatta Road’s vibrant business districts and surrounding neigbourhoods such as Rhodes, Strathfield and Five Dock.
It has direct access to major traffic routes such as Major Bay Roads, Concord Roads, Lyons Road, Victoria Road and M4 Motorway.
It is offered through Gerald Cole Property Consultants agents Gino Anzini and Steven Poller.
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