<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a>’s 640 Bourke Street stands as a testament to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/melbourne-vic-3000">Melbourne</a>’s ability to bridge its storied past with a bold vision for the future.&nbsp;

Rising above the heritage-listed Eliza Tinsley building, the development reflects a broader shift toward adaptive reuse in the city, where historical assets are retained and reinterpreted as part of new residential development.

Designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/640-bourke-street-melbourne-640-bourke-street-melbourne-vic-3000">640 Bourke Street</a> incorporates the Eliza Tinsley building as its foundation, housing a grand gallery and lobby space that serve as both a functional and symbolic centrepiece. The heritage façade informs the tower’s design, creating a connection between Melbourne’s past and its contemporary skyline.

"It's a significant asset and wants to be celebrated and experienced by all residents every single time they go in and out of the building," Rothelowman Principal Stuart Marsland said.

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Above this historic base, the 68-storey tower will deliver just over 600 residences, a notable reduction from earlier schemes, reflecting a deliberate move toward larger-format apartments and a stronger owner-occupier focus.

Unlike traditional CBD developments that prioritised investor stock, 640 Bourke Street has been repositioned to respond to changing buyer expectations.

"The discussion was all around making 640 Bourke Street the best residence to live in, to be much more focused on the people in the building rather than people looking at the building," Marsland explained.&nbsp;

This shift is evident in the development’s interiors, which emphasise practical luxury with spacious layouts, high ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing sweeping views of Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay.&nbsp;

“What it's meant for 640 Bourke is we've actually reduced the number of apartments. We've increased the overall size of the apartments. We don't have any studios in here, and what that does for a project is it elevates it," Lauren Sheldon, Far East Consortium’s Director of Sales and Marketing, said.&nbsp;

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Rothelowman Associate Jun Chang added, "We were given the opportunity to be more generous. The apartments became bigger and squarer than any other apartments which had been designed in the CBD before that."&nbsp;

Amenities spanning more than 3,000 sqm across multiple levels further reinforce this focus on resident experience. These include a pool, gym, co-working areas, and a range of hospitality-inspired spaces such as a whisky lounge, library, and private dining rooms, many drawing reference from traditional bathhouses and Melbourne’s laneway culture.

"We wanted to make both the pool and the gym area to be absolutely destinational, and when you traverse across to these spaces, there is a gentle familiarity to the beautiful notions of the hammams and the Roman baths, a gentle nod to history," Chang noted.

At street level, the project contributes to the ongoing transformation of the western CBD, with upgrades to Langs Lane and the introduction of retail, hospitality, and gallery spaces designed to activate the precinct and strengthen its connection to the surrounding city fabric.

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The location places residents within walking distance of Southern Cross Station, Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, and the Docklands waterfront, positioning the development within a rapidly evolving inner-city neighbourhood.

"We believe it's the best site left in the city of Melbourne," Craig Williams, Executive Director at Far East Consortium, said.&nbsp;

640 Bourke Street is Far East Consortium’s 14th building in Melbourne’s western CBD.

"A very elegant designed building. It's going to be a Melbourne statement for many, many years to come."

One-bedroom apartments are priced from around $640,000, with 640 Bourke Street targeting completion in 2029.

Renders shown are Artist's Impressions correct as of May 2026.

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Heritage-led design anchors Far East Consortium’s 640 Bourke St, Melbourne

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mayd-group">MAYD Group</a> has set a new residential price record in Queensland with the $30 million sale of the penthouse at its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/one-burleigh-88-the-esplanade-burleigh-heads-qld-4220">ONE Burleigh</a> development in Burleigh Heads.

The sale equates to around $37,500 per sqm.

The two-level, 800 sqm penthouse, featuring five bedrooms, five bathrooms, five car spaces, and a private infinity pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean, was acquired by a Gold Coast-based entrepreneur, highlighting continued demand for ultra-premium beachfront product.

Selling agent Freddie Tehle of PRD Burleigh Heads said the result reflects tightening supply of high-quality, large-format apartments in Burleigh.

“There’s very limited opportunity to secure this level of scale and absolute beachfront position in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/burleigh-heads-qld-4220">Burleigh Heads</a>,” Tehle said.

“Buyers are increasingly seeking apartments that genuinely replace a standalone home, and this penthouse delivers that with its size, privacy, and direct ocean frontage.”

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The sale comes as construction progresses on ONE Burleigh, a boutique development of 17 full-floor residences at 88 The Esplanade, scheduled for completion in early 2027.

Developed by MAYD Group and designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/mas-architecture-studio">MAS Architecture</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/sici-design">Sici Design</a>, the project has been positioned as a collection of house-sized beachfront apartments, each occupying an entire floor with around 381 sqm of internal and external living space.

When construction commenced, MAYD director Todd Mould pointed to the long-term resilience of premium coastal real estate as a key driver behind the project.

“Real estate, particularly at the premium end, remains one of the most resilient and proven long-term investment avenues,” Mould said.

“Our ambition is that anyone who buys a MAYD-built product can genuinely feel the care, craftsmanship and commitment we bring to every detail.”

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Each residence has been configured with four bedrooms, multiple living zones, a private office, and expansive ocean-facing terraces. Interiors draw on a restrained material palette, including travertine stone, timber joinery, and integrated premium appliances.

Interior designer Sici Design said the approach was to reflect the project’s coastal setting through both materiality and spatial planning.

“ONE Burleigh is our vision of luxury living, designed to bring the essence of Burleigh Heads' vibrant coastal beauty into an unparalleled residential experience.”

Residents will have access to a suite of wellness-focused amenities, including pools, sauna facilities, and dedicated relaxation spaces, reflecting a broader shift toward lifestyle-driven apartment design on the Gold Coast.

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The project occupies a southern Esplanade site with uninterrupted beachfront frontage, an increasingly rare offering in Burleigh Heads, free from the Norfolk Pines that line much of the coastline and often limit direct ocean outlook.

Mould said the design intent was to balance that outlook with a sense of retreat.

“Living at ONE Burleigh is about how your day naturally unfolds, morning light across the ocean, coffee on the balcony, and being in Burleigh but elevated above the noise.”

The result further reinforces Burleigh Heads’ emergence as one of the Gold Coast’s most tightly held and supply-constrained beachfront markets, where boutique, owner-occupier-focused developments are increasingly setting new price benchmarks.

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MAYD Group sets Queensland record with $30 million penthouse sale at ONE Burleigh in Burleigh Heads

Apartment developers in the Gold Coast are finding new, creative ways to differentiate themselves from competing projects, as new supply starts to flow through up and down the Coast.

Developer BIG Projects brought in the renowned Sydney-based design studio YSG Studio to craft the interiors for The Frederick, BIG Projects' new Mermaid Beach project and YSG Studio's first move into the multi-residential development space.

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It was a strategic move for BIG Projects to bring in a Sydney eye to the development.

“Our role is to give our design partners the space and freedom to explore,” says Matt Barrett, Director of BIG Projects.

“We wanted YSG Studio to capture the essence of Nobby’s, to design a building that embraces life, light and connection, while creating a genuine sense of place.”

There are only 39 apartments in The Frederick, including a striking beach house, just 100 metres from the booming Nobby Beach precinct.&nbsp;

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Yasmine Ghoniem, Director of YSG Studio, says their vision&nbsp;for The Frederick "reinvents coastal living."

“Nobby’s has such an iconic energy, it’s one of those rare pockets of the Gold Coast where the community, the beach, and the streets all feel connected,” Ghoniem says.

"Responding to the neighbouring coastline, soothing curves add a relaxing regional overlay, while unique detailing really sets it apart. It’s a place that feels lived in from the moment you step inside.”

A standout feature of The Frederick is its rooftop terrace, an uncommon inclusion for a boutique, low-rise building, where amenity is typically concentrated at ground level.

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Positioned to capture panoramic views from the hinterland to the ocean, the rooftop has been designed as a series of intimate zones. It includes a pool, sauna, sun decks, workspaces and dedicated entertaining areas.

“The rooftop was conceived as a collection of spaces where residents can unwind and connect, an extension of the Nobby’s lifestyle,” Barrett says.

Architecture for the project was led by Plus Studio, with landscape design by LDG Landscape Architecture.

SRQ Projects Director Nick Clydsdale, who is handling sales at The Frederick, says the majority of enquiry is coming from South East QLD and Victorian buyers who have been actively searching between Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach for some time.

"They’ve reviewed a number of projects, however this one has stood out for its unique detailing and compelling design,"&nbsp;Clydsdale says.

Site demolition is slated for this month, with construction commencing soon after. BIG Projects is targeting a late 2027 completion.

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Melbourne-based property developer ALTA Property has this week achieved planning approval for the adaptive re-use of a former commercial tower into a $200 million, 169-apartment project at 10 Queens Road, one of the last developable sites along the Albert Park Lake-fronting boulevard.&nbsp;

Set within one of Melbourne’s most sought-after precincts and designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fraser-partners-0">Fraser and Partners</a>, the illustrious building will offer unparalleled views across Albert Park Lake, Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne CBD.&nbsp;

The mix of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom residences will be complemented by a ground-floor amenity featuring private dining, a lounge bar, gym and wellness spaces, co-working, outdoor communal gardens, and retail.&nbsp;

The 17-storey building is a masterclass in adaptive re-use, with the existing commercial building’s façade, shell and internal structure to be retained, before high-end residences are built from the ground up in a newly built Albert Park facing addition to the building.&nbsp;

Sitting atop the building will be two 320+sqm penthouses with private rooftop terraces, which are expected to be priced between $9 - $11 million.&nbsp;

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Architecturally, the building will feature a curved, geometric façade that celebrates and elevates the existing structure, with warm, muted tones which were selected to extend the materiality of the existing building rather than contrast it.&nbsp;

Interiors will bring together three metre high ceilings with waffle concrete in some spaces, natural timber, granite and Australian materials, culminating in crafted, generous and considered spaces that are defined by authenticity.&nbsp;

The adaptive re-use means that the Queens Road project will be a sustainability led, high-quality finished product, with a 62% saving in carbon emissions by re-using the existing structure rather than knocking it down and rebuilding.&nbsp;

ALTA Property was launched by Nigel Givoni in 2023, bringing over 25 years of experience in multi level residential delivery.&nbsp;

Melbourne’s property market growth is currently led by apartments. According to RPM VIC Apartments &amp; Townhomes Market Report (April 2026), units are outpacing houses, especially in the middle ring suburbs where median prices hit $757,500 – a four-year high that represents 2.9 percent growth quarter-on-quarter.&nbsp;

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For ALTA Property Founder Nigel Givoni, this performance speaks to the confidence he has in the Melbourne market.&nbsp;

“Queens Road represents a rare opportunity to continue to shape our presence in the Melbourne market.,"&nbsp;Givoni says.

"With a considered project team and a premier site along one of the city’s most sought-after boulevards, we look forward to contributing to the fabric of this established address.

“Other Australian markets are getting a lot of attention, but I believe the depth of value in Melbourne is being overlooked. The fundamentals are strong, population growth is steady and, based on our preliminary conversations with a leading builder, construction costs are beginning to normalise, creating further opportunity."

Givoni says the project is a&nbsp;highly considered example of adaptive re-use, delivering quality, high-end residences, premium hotel-inspired amenities and an architecturally striking façade, all achieved without the need to remove the existing structure.

"We are really looking forward to the market’s response,” he said.&nbsp;

ALTA Property to deliver $200 million Queens Road apartment tower

Construction is set to begin at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/orchard-mews-glen-iris-18-scott-grove-glen-iris-vic-3146">Orchard Mews</a> in Glen Iris, with&nbsp;PC Whitehall &amp; Sons&nbsp;now appointed as the townhome development moves into its next phase.

The development by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/montcoeur">MontCoeur</a>,&nbsp;located at 18 Scott Grove, is now around 30 per cent sold, with completion targeted for late-2027.

Orchard Mews comprises a curated collection of three- and four-bedroom customisable townhomes, positioned within one of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/glen-iris-vic-3146">Glen Iris</a>’ more tightly held residential streets. The low-density project has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a>, bringing together a team known for high-end residential projects across Melbourne.

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The development is defined by its focus on flexible living and long-term usability. Each residence includes multiple living zones and a customisable multipurpose room, allowing buyers to tailor spaces to suit changing needs, whether as a home office, additional bedroom, wellness area or entertainment space.

Architecturally, the townhomes emphasise natural light and spatial volume, with dual-aspect layouts and double-height living areas incorporated into the design. Interiors feature natural stone benchtops, premium appliances, and a neutral material palette intended to support everyday functionality rather than statement-driven finishes.

All residences are all-electric and include private lifts and secure double garages, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainability and future-focused housing in Melbourne’s established suburbs.

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Outdoor connections are also central to the offering, with a mix of private courtyards and terraces extending internal living spaces and integrating with the landscaped surrounds.

The Scott Grove address places Orchard Mews within close proximity to some of Melbourne’s key lifestyle and education amenities, including Scotch College, Sacré Cœur, Cabrini Hospital and the retail hub of Chadstone. Public transport access is also nearby, with trams and Gardiner Station providing connectivity to the CBD and surrounding suburbs.

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Construction to commence at luxury Glen Iris townhome project, Orchard Mews

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A prized major infill site at Glen Waverley in Melbourne’s east has been sold for $23 million.
The 583 Ferntree Gully Road property comprises a 16,470 square metre site zoned General Residential with 161 metres street frontage.
Located between the Monash Freeway and Springvale Road and opposite Brandon Park Shopping Centre, the property is currently utilised as an early childhood education centre.
The child education centre is run by the vendor the not-for-profit, bestchance Child Family Care, which will continue to provide childcare services from the retained portion of the site.
CBRE Director Investments, Mark Wizel managed the expressions of interest campaign with Julian White and Chao Zhang in conjunction with Vinci Carbone Property.
According to Mr Wizel, the result was not a surprise despite COVID-19 concerns.
"What we do know is that there is a significantly large group of developers looking at new opportunities – the strong response to the  campaign bore that out – with the knowledge that underlying fundamentals including population growth will ultimately drive demand for new product. 
"The key here was a site with enormous development potential in one of Melbourne’s most dynamic residential growth zones which has seen an extraordinary 16 per cent growth in the median house and unit price over the 12 months to February,’’ Mr Wizel said.
Mr Wizel said while the commercial property market was likely to continue to see asset sales even in the depths of the global health crisis.  
Due to a confidentially clause the developer’s name could not be disclosed.
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Glen Waverley site sells for $23 million

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The commercial redevelopment portion of The Glen Shopping Centre $500 million redevelopment has finished, with a residential element to follow. 
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“In 1991, the centre expanded to 120 retailers, with a 100 per cent increase in car spaces to 1,200,” said Ray White Commercial Glen Waverley Managing Director Ryan Trickey.
In 1996, the biggest expansion took place, with an extension to 170 stores and retail player David Jones joined their list of retailers.
In 2015, there was a circa $500 million commitment to the centre to increase the specialty stores to over 240.
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It includes a new generation David Jones, with an increase to around 78,000sqm, about 30,000sqm more commercial space than previous.   “We've just finished the commercial redevelopment portion of the build with a mix of premium food and fashion all taking part," Mr Trickey said.
Mr Trickey said Glen Waverley was flanked by several large shopping precincts, Chadstone, East Land, Westfield Knox and Box Hill.   “Without the upgrade, the local area could’ve fallen victim to these other large draw cards with retailers moving to other areas."   “The redevelopment offers more dwelling in the activity center (a state government and council objective) and more retail and entertainment to service this influx of residents.”
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$500 million Glen Shopping Centre commercial redevelopment completed

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The Melbourne suburb of Glen Waverley is host to the highest volume of auctions this weekend, with 18 homes set to go under the hammer, according to CoreLogic.
Next busiest are Coburg and Glenroy, also in Melbourne, with 15 and 11 auctions scheduled each.
This week, the number of auctions scheduled to take place across the combined capital cities is expected to rise, with 1,418 currently being tracked by CoreLogic.
Marking a rise of 76 per cent on last week’s 805 auctions held last week at final results.
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Both Melbourne and Sydney are expected to see a big increase in activity this week, with 683 homes scheduled for auction across Melbourne, while Sydney is set to host 505 auctions, increasing on the 215 and 313 auctions held last week respectively.
The smaller auction markets in Brisbane and Perth are seeing a decrease in volumes, while Adelaide and Canberra will see more auctions take place. Tasmania has no scheduled auctions this week.
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The busy auction weekend in Glen Waverley sees <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-glen+waverley-131203234" target="_blank">64 Wilson Road</a> (pictured in title) offered.
The property going under the hammer is a three bedroom, three bathroom house set on 926 sqm.
It comes with an indicative price guide of $1.56 million - $1.7 million.
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Glen Waverley set as busiest auction suburb this weekend

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The busiest suburbs for auctions this weekend are once again in Victoria with Glen Waverley topping the list with 15 homes scheduled for auction, tied up with Reservoir which also had 15.
Auction activity across the combined capital cities will remain relatively steady this week, with a total of 1,828 homes set to go under the hammer, 842 of which are in Melbourne.
This is an increase on last week’s final figure which saw 1,748 auctions take place in the combined capital cities and 805 in Melbourne.
Over the same week last year, 2,258 capital city homes went to auction; a difference of almost 20% on the number of auctions we are currently tracking this week.
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An example of a property going to auction in the busy Glen Waverley is 7 Autumn Court (pictured above)
This four bedroom, two bathroom house is on the market for the first time since it was constructed in 1999.
The price guide for this 600 square metre holding is $1.8 - $1.98 million.
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Another large home under the hammer this weekend is 5 Sagan Court, Glen Waverley (pictured above).
Set on a 794 square metre lot this house has a $2.3 - $2.53 million price guide.
It first sold in 2008 for $656,000 and most recently in 2015, seven years on, for $2.02 million.
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A four bedroom Glen Waverley house has sold for $1,617,000 making it Melbourne’s most expensive long weekend auction sale.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-glen+waverley-126317286" target="_blank">24 Orchard Street</a>, the 665 square metre property is presented for potential redevelopment or renovation.
It last sold for $82,000 in 1984.
It features formal living zones with an entry foyer that leads to the L-shaped lounge and dining room.
There is also an open plan kitchen and meals area along with a kitchen featuring Blanco stainless steel appliances.
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Four bedrooms are available all with their own wardrobes.
Outside is a large backyard along with an entertainment area that has a BBQ area as well.
Other features include gas heating, single carport and single garage.
The property was offered through Ray White agents Calvin Huang and Alan Wang.
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Four bedroom Glen Waverley house sold for $1,617,000

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Glen Waverley in Victoria is the busiest suburb for auctions across the nation this weekend, with 20 homes set to go to go under the hammer.
This is followed by Mosman in NSW with 16 scheduled auctions, and Reservoir and St Albans both in Victoria, with 15 auctions each.
This week, the number of auctions scheduled to take place across the combined capital cities is expected to rise, after last week saw a slowdown in activity due to the public holiday held in most states, including the two largest auction markets.
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There are 2,247 properties scheduled to go to auction this week, increasing from the 1,279 auctions held last week and also higher than results from one year ago (2,183).
Across Melbourne and Sydney, the two major markets, auction activity will increase considerably, with Melbourne host to 1,036 auctions this week, up from 389 last week, and Sydney with 859 homes scheduled to go to auction, increasing from 619 last week.
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It is expected that the remaining capital cities will see an increase in volumes this week with the exception of Tasmania, where activity will remain relatively steady over the week.
A five bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-glen+waverley-125449922" target="_blank">1 Mandowie Road</a>, Glen Waverley (above) has been scheduled for auction this weekend.
Similarly a three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-glen+waverley-125443438" target="_blank">4 Turner Court</a>, Glen Waverley (below) has been scheduled for auction this weekend.
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Victoria's Glen Waverley to be busiest auction suburb this weekend: CoreLogic

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A Chinese investor has picked up a corner site in Melbourne’s tightly held Glen Waverley for $2.38 million via private sale.
The 206 square metre retail site at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-retail-vic-glen+waverley-502182570" target="_blank">15 Railway Parade North</a> comprises a single-level brick building of around 150 square metres. The sale price reflected a land rate of $11,387 per square metre.
The deal was brokered by Fitzroys agents Chris Kombi and Terence Yeh along with Peter Sprekos and Damien Sweeney of JLL.
Kombi said the property was offered with vacant possession and Commercial 1 zoning.
He said the property offers future development potential, being subject to proposed amendments to the Monash Planning Scheme that if approved would see the maximum height for the site increased to between eight and 10 stories.
“The offering received interest from investors, owner occupiers and developers alike, all looking to capitalise on the vibrant surrounding Kingsway shopping, dining and entertainment area.”
Kombi said the commercial offering of the area includes The Glen Shopping Centre nearby, which has over 207 specialty retail shops. Nearby are eateries, a cinema multiplex and other entertainment options.
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Corner site in Melbourne's Glen Waverley nets nearly $2.4 million

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Investors are very active in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, in particular Glen Waverley, says valuation firm Herron White Todd.
The HTW month in review suggested that typically investors in the Glen Waverley residential investment market are from overseas.
"Residential stock located within the Glen Waverley Secondary College zone and within walking distance of The Glen shopping centre and Glen Waverley metropolitan train station are particularly appealing to investors.
"This is typically due to Glen Waverley Secondary College’s academic reputation among the local and Chinese communities and the practicality of being near a major transport hub and shopping centre.
"Looking at detached housing specifically, investors can be attracted to dated dwellings in original condition on at least circa 650 square metres which may be suitable for future subdivision or redevelopment."
The HTW report goes on to state that under the Monash Planning Scheme, dwellings within close proximity of Glen Waverley Secondary College and The Glen shopping centre are typically located within a General Residential Zone Schedule 2 (GRZ2).
"The planning schedule to this zone outlines that there is no maximum building height requirement for a dwelling or residential building within the zone. This feature encourages higher density living and development in the area.
"The entry price point for a typical original single level detached brick veneer dwelling on a 650 square metre site located within the Glen Waverley Secondary College zone is around $1.3 million.
"The entry price point for a typical circa 650 square metre original single level detached brick veneer dwelling located outside the Glen Waverley Secondary College zone is around $900,000."
Typical yields for newly completed two storey brick veneer detached dwellings with a double garage range from circa 2% to 3%, says the November review.
"Typical yields for newly completed townhouses in Glen Waverley range from circa 3% to 4%.
"Typical yields for newly completed apartments range from circa 4% to 5%."
The review also notes that speculative off the plan apartments have been of considerable interest to investors in the Glen Waverley area.
"Recent apartment developments within walking distance of The Glen shopping centre have almost sold out within hours of being put to the market for sale with strong interest from investors.
"Such apartment complexes include the Galleria tower  that media reports have said sold 100 apartments in just 90 minutes in early October 2015.
"The Ikon apartment complex located directly adjacent to the Glen Waverley train station also experienced a similar rush in under 24 hours from overseas investors wanting to buy in the popular area when they were first offered to the market in 2012."
The HTW report suggests that 2015 has seen a strong increase in capital values in the area, however recent legislation changes to foreign investment regulations in conjunction with lenders tightening lending criteria to investors (both local and foreign) has led to signs of market conditions cooling in recent weeks.
However premium properties or properties which offer a point of difference are still hotly contested and achieve strong results, says the valuation firms review.
"Should a significant change in current market conditions occur whereby investor demand significantly dropped we would expect to see a decline in property values in the area, especially in those properties which have risen sharply over the past 24 month period."
 
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