Joel Robinson

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

Gold Coast Mermaid Beach

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Developers are circling a potential residential development site in Mermaid Beach ahead of its late April auction.

The site, at 2417-2419 Gold Coast Highway, was the original Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach Motel, dating back to the 1960s. It was also previously known as the Castle Motor Inn, or to locals The Castle.

But its prime 817 sqm position, just 250 metres from the beach, is interesting developers who are struggling to find development sites for their next projects in the booming Gold Coast market where current stock is flying off the shelves.

Harcourts Coastal agent Jared Johnson, who is marketing the property alongside Lachlan Marshall and Guy Powell, says they've already received 130 enquiries.

"Nearly all of the enquiry has come from developers who are scoping out future residential developments", Johnson says, adding that currently there are little to no opportunities around the area to secure such a prominent location.

Currently the building is 100 per cent leased to eight tenants, with an annual income of $147,420 fully leased. But a projected total income per week is closer to $190,000, once the current leases expire.

The site goes under the hammer April 24. For more details contact:

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Harcourts Coastal agent Jared Johnson says they've already received 130 enquiries.



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A prime development site in Mermaid Beach on the Gold Coast has been listed for sale. 

The property at 2417-2419 Gold Coast Highway was the original Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach Motel, dating back to the 1960s.

Formally also named Castle Motor Inn, the brick building on 817 sqm just 250 metres from the beach is being sold 100 per cent leased to eight tenants, with an annual income of $147,420 fully leased.

Harcourts Coastal agents Jared Johnson, Lachlan Marshall and Guy Powell are marketing the property for an April 24th auction.

Marshall said the property is a fantastic future development site.

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"Mermaid Beach has seen a significant influx of families and retirees moving from higher-density capital cities into the suburb," Marshall said.

"This has fuelled the need for high quality residential developments." 
Guy Powell says Mermaid Beach has become a premier lifestyle precinct.

"With the recent announcement of the Gold Coast light rail system from Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads, Mermaid Beach locals will have immediate access to Queensland's Most Popular Dining &amp; Entertainment Precinct, Burleigh Heads.”

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The property at 2417-2419 Gold Coast Highway was the original Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach Motel, dating back to the 1960s

Mermaid Beach prime development site listed

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Gold Coast estate agent Nick Slater has been confirmed as the victim of Tuesday's shark attack off Greenmount Beach.
Slater worked at London Estate Agents Mermaid Beach, ran by principal Ron London.
He had been there since last November, having previously worked as a sales manager in Ray White's Projects Gold Coast division.
He spent the vast majority of his career at McGrath in Canberra. He was an agent and business development manager for nearly a decade.
Slater had secured two sales this year, both in Mermaid Beach, two villas. He secured $1.42 million for four bed home and $741,000 for a three bedder.
“While I’m focused on getting the best possible sales result, I want the journey to be as a pleasant as possible," Nick said about his approach.
“I feel privileged to be entrusted with client’s business, and I like to repay that trust by delivering a superior service experience.”
 
 
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Local estate agent Nick Slater confirmed as Gold Coast shark attack victim

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The beachfront Queensland market continues to boom despite closed borders. Billionaire developer Bob Ell has emerged as the buyer of a beachfront on Mermaid Beach that was listed for just three days.

He's apparently paid close to $22.5 million for the home and its ocean views.

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But he and wife Bridget, who have four children under 16, will retain the family’s main residence on the riverfront at Budds Beach property.

Mr Ell told The Gold Coast Bulletin it was a family-motivated decision.

“The kids are all rather sporting-minded and love the beach and the ocean,” Mr Ell said.

“This buy will enable them to burn off a bit of energy whenever they get restless and to perhaps lap up the surfing culture that’s synonymous with the Gold Coast.”

They recently offloaded their holiday home at Noosa for $9.6m to publican John Taylor, the owner of Victoria’s Grovedale Hotel, Barwon Heads Hotel and Torquay Hotel.

The Mermaid Beach home he recently acquired was built for racing industry figure and former realtor David Henderson and family. It was completed in 2012.

Set on the pricey Hedges Ave, the mansion was designed by Paul Uhlmann and is on one of the largest lots in the street at 1,215sq m with a 30-metre ocean frontage.

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It was sold for $16.5m in 2017 in a deal handled by the agency in which Mr Henderson previously was a principal, The Professionals Mermaid Beach.

The buyer, and the seller to the Ells, was Rosa Raso, wife of Sam Raso, whose Molendinar-based Austworld group makes high-end plumbing products and has six offices across the country.

Nat King and Amir Mian of Amir Prestige sold the home to Ell after the short listing with a $25 million asking price.

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Beachfront trophy home in Mermaid Beach sells in three days to Bob Ell

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Queensland shop-fitting industry figure Scott Headland is selling his Mermaid Beach property.
He has $9,995,000 hopes for the 690 square metre beachfront mansion on the millionaire's row Hedges Avenue.
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Headland paid $6 million in 2002 from developer Russell Leary.
Set on 770 square metres with 19 metre frontage to the beach, the 1990s built two storey home, split in to separate wings, has six bedrooms, two living spaces, a home office, gym and sauna.
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There's alfresco spaces on both levels and an 18 metre lap pool.
Professionals agent Luke Henderson has the listing. 
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Shop-fitting figure Scott Headland lists Hedges Avenue, Mermaid Beach property 

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A beachfront house at Mermaid Beach is currently under offer, having been listed for $5.7 million but reportedly sold for $5.6 million. 
The home at 97 Hedges Avenue sits on a 405 square metre block and features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and one covered car space. 
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In 2016 it was renovated, with a carport and patio added. 
It last sold in 2014 pre-renovation for $4 million.
Michael Kollosche, from Kollosche Broadbeach secured the sale.
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Beachfront Hedges Avenue, Mermaid Beach trophy home sold for $5.6 million

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Fitness First founder Tony de Leede has quickly found a buyer for his Mermaid Beach investment mansion.
He's had to take a loss on the Hedges Avenue trophy that he bought for $7.3 million in 2009, a year after it was built.
He's recently secured $6,325,000 from a Brisbane couple.
He bought the five bedroom home, which has been a $2,800 a week rental in recent times, from Lisa Frawley, the wife of the former Romafree executive director Mark Frawley.
De Leede still retains a strong foothold in Queensland through property investments.
He owns apartments in the Burleigh Heads Aspect complex which he bought over a decade ago, as well as properties in Port Douglas and a Gold Coast hinterland estate.  
De Leede founded Fitness First in 1993. 
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian.  
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Fitness First founder Tony de Leede secures Mermaid Beach sale

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Fitness First founder Tony de Leede is seeking to sell his redundant luxury Mermaid Beach home for the third time.
The Bondi Beach-based fitness pioneer is seeking offers over $6 million for the Hedges Avenue mansion.
Set on 405 square metres, the 2007-built home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an entertaining area with fireplace and a built in barbecue that adjoins the swimming pool.
Of course there's a home gym and a steam room.
Conal Martin at Kingfisher Realty Burleigh Heads is marketing the property.
De Leede paid $7.3 million for the property in 2009 when buying from Lisa Frawley, the wife of the former Romafree executive director Mark Frawley.
It has been a $2,800 a week rental in recent times.
De Leede founded Fitness First in 1993.  
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian.  
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Fitness First founder re-lists Mermaid Beach mansion

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The Mermaid Beach holiday home of Australian weightlifting legend Dean Lukin has snappily sold for $6,395,000 to a local buyer.
The Adelaide-based Lukin, whose paid $4.8 million for the property in 2013 with brother David and mum Ann, were asking for $6,495,000.
It was bought shortly after the death of family patriarch, the millionaire Port Adelaide fishing entrepreneur fishing entrepreneur.
Known locally as "the yellow house on the corner", the <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/https:/www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-mermaid+beach-131429114" target="_blank">Hamptons-style home</a> has three bedrooms and four bathrooms across its three levels.
The lounge with a sandstone clad fireplace opens to an alfresco deck with a sunken jacuzzi.
Kollosche Broadbeach agent Eddie Wardale sold the home.
The two week sale is a rarity on Hedges Avenue despite it being one of the most sought after addresses on the Gold Coast.
A five bedroom beachfront down the road has been on the market since 2016. It was once owned by the late former AFL player Rod Galt.
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian. 
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Weightlifting gold medallist Dean Lukin sells Mermaid Beach holiday home

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Australian weightlifting legend Dean Lukin is selling the family's Mermaid Beach holiday home.
The Olympic gold-medal winning weightlifter bought the home with his brother David and mum Ann, shortly after the death of his father Dinko Lukin, the millionaire Port Adelaide fishing entrepreneur.
The Adelaide-based family paid $4.8 million for the timber beach house on the dress circle Hedges Avenue in 2013.
Set on 405 square metres on a prime corner block, the three level Hamptons-style home has three bedrooms and four bathrooms.
The Lukin's have modernised the home which now comes with concealed TVs and a sunken jacuzzi on the alfresco deck which runs off the lounge with a sandstone clad fireplace.
The master suite is hidden behind a solid wood pivot door. It comprises its own sandstone terrace, ensuite and custom walk-in wardrobe. 
Kollosche Broadbeach agent Eddie Wardale is asking $6,495,000.
Dean Lukin was the first, and only, Australian to win the super-heavyweight weightlifting gold medal at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. 
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian. 
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