<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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Joel Robinson

First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

Gold Coast off the plan apartments

Aniko Group has secured approval from the Gold Coast City Council for their&nbsp;$2 billion, four-tower Mermaid Beach development which they're calling <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a>.

Set to launch early next year, The Landmark on a prime, long vacant 1.1-hectare site on the corner of the Gold Coast Highway and Seaview Avenue will comprise residential, hotel, retail, hospitality, and commercial spaces, as well as significant amenity for future residents.

Aniko’s vision for <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a> is to create a new lifestyle and tourism heart for <a href="/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a> that will leverage its prime location as the southern gateway to the heart of the Gold Coast’s bustling central beachside suburbs.

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“We are thrilled to have been granted approval to proceed with this transformational development that has been designed to create a self-sufficient environment within a community where people can live, work and play,” <a href="/developers/aniko-group">Aniko Group</a> Managing Director&nbsp;George Mastrocostas said.

Mastrocostas’ plans include three residential towers of 25, 30 and 40 storeys - and a further 53-level tower that will include a mix of hotel suites and private hotel branded residences.

“<a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a>, designed by award-winning firm Plus Architecture, will deliver a collection of 821 residences, over 10,000 sqm of A-grade commercial office and medical space and a vibrant new casual fine dining and beverage precinct on the ground floor,” Mastrocostas said.

Apartments have been designed to cater to a range of buyers, and residents will have access to world-class amenities on an expansive one hectare recreation podium.

“<a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a> will have every conceivable amenity on site for residents, hotel guests and office tenants while being just a short walk to everything that <a href="/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a> and nearby <a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> have to offer,” Mastrocostas added.

“Residents will have access to facilities they are more likely to find in a holiday resort while hotel guests will have ready access to everything the Coast has to offer from the beach to shopping and theme parks.”

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A key component of <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a> project will be the dedicated ground-floor dining precinct that will offer waterfront fine dining adjacent to Pacific Fair.&nbsp;

“This will create a new must-visit location for <a href="/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a> that further enhances the existing lifestyle and dining facilities in nearby central <a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a>."

Now that approval has been granted, <a href="/developers/aniko-group">Aniko</a> is laying plans to officially launch <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a> to the market in early 2024.

Construction of the first stage is expected to begin by the end of next year.

Now that approval has been granted, Aniko is laying plans to officially launch The Landmark to the market in early 2024

Aniko Group plot launch of four-tower Mermaid Beach development The Landmark after council approval

The only beachfront apartment project on the market in the coveted Gold Coast suburb of Palm Beach has notched up more than $20 million in sales only weeks after its launch to the market.

The $60 million Ophira Palm Beach has taken advantage of the lack of ultra-luxury apartments in the Gold Coast’s new “millionaire’s row”, selling three of its whole floor apartments for in excess of $7 million each.

Market interest has been very strong since the project was launched earlier this month.

Developer builder 5Point Projects has already commenced construction on Ophira, conscious of the continued interest in the luxury top end and continued demand for luxury product.

5Point Managing Director Damian Dove says the buyers have been locals with existing residences in the area.

"[They] have recognised that this level of luxury and space is extremely limited in Palm Beach and unlikely to change in the near term," Dove said.

“Ophira is the only absolute off the plan beachfront project currently in market situated in the highly sought after Jefferson Lane precinct, so we had high expectations which thus far have been well and truly met.”

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Ophira Palm Beach comprises just seven full-floor sky homes and a sprawling two-level penthouse. Each full-floor residence has 290 sqm of living space, including open balconies with views up and down the coast.

Ophira’s two-level penthouse will deliver 637 sqm of living space with four bedrooms, five bathrooms and its own private outdoor entertainment area featuring a pool, spa, sauna, sundeck, with teppanyaki bar, a sunken lounge and fire pit.

“We are fortunate that we are in a position to build immediately and the inquiries for&nbsp;Ophira despite having little marketing attention until now has been quite remarkable," Dove added.

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The project, marketed by Jamie Bourke and Dylan Molloy of ARC Project Marketing, presents a unique opportunity for downsizers looking for high-end product where there are very limited opportunities.

Through private entryways, Ophira’s exclusive collection of full-floor sky homes open to reveal a meticulously designed tranquil oasis featuring wine storage, a functioning scullery off the kitchen, three spacious bedrooms all fully ensuited with designer robes, plus study and a family/media room.

Interiors are infused with natural products encompassing stone benchtops and tiles, polished lime render and oak timber highlighted via the abundance of natural light throughout imparting a glow that complements the exquisite décor.

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“Ophira has been highly anticipated by the local market close to the cosmopolitan heart of Palm Beach, combined with its spacious living and the supreme privacy that this limited collection of residences offers, have already captured the imagination of buyers.”

“Ophira, has been designed for a discerning buyer, and we don’t shy away from that,” said Mr Dove.

Ophira Palm Beach residents will enjoy a sanctuary of calm with shared amenities on level one including an exclusive plunge pool and sun deck plus a communal garden which will be a focal point for relaxation and wellbeing.

Residences at Ophira Palm Beach start from $6.35M.

Ophira Palm Beach comprises just seven full-floor sky homes and a sprawling two-level penthouse

Ophira Palm Beach nets over $20 million in sales after launch

The Gold Coast is in critical need of supply, as vacancy rates continue to remain at near record lows and new supply dries up.

Vacancy rates have slipped below one per cent again in November, according to SQM Research, slightly higher than the 0.5 per cent record lows recorded frequently in mid-2022 and well less than 1.6 per cent mid this year.

Many of the new developments completing on the <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> in 2024 launched in 2021 and 2022, and only have a limited number of apartments remaining, while those that launched more recently has had their apartments snapped up due to the lack of supply.

We wrapped up the best apartment projects expected to be completed in 2024.

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Project: Pearl Main Beach 
Location: Main Beach 
Developer: Raptis</h3>

Veteran developer <a href="/developers/raptis">Raptis</a> is approaching the completion of its <a href="/new-apartments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach apartment development</a>, <a href="/buildings/pearl-main-beach-3550-3552-main-beach-parade-main-beach">Pearl Main Beach</a>.

Off the plan apartment buyers in the 30-level building on Main Beach Parade are expected to move in toward the end of Q1 2024.

All the two-bedroom apartments in <a href="/buildings/pearl-main-beach-3550-3552-main-beach-parade-main-beach">Pearl Main Beach</a> have been spoken for, with just the three bedrooms left, starting from $1.8 million.

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Positioned on Main Beach Parade, just 53 steps from Main Beach's sands, Pearl Main Beach comprises two and three-bedroom apartments, including an Executive Collection featuring sub-penthouses, sky homes, and full-floor penthouses.

<a href="/buildings/pearl-main-beach-3550-3552-main-beach-parade-main-beach">Pearl Main Beach</a> offers panoramic 360-degree views from the ocean to the <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> skyline and hinterland.

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Main Beach's precinct also encompasses Marina Mirage, Seaworld Resort, and picnic facilities at The Spit, providing recreational options for all.&nbsp;

<a href="/developers/raptis">Raptis</a> has created&nbsp;more mixed-use developments than any other <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> development company over the last four decades, including the landmark Tower of Chevron Renaissance, Southport Central, and the Phoenician.

<h3> 
Project: UNIQ Bundall 
Location: Bundall 
Developer: Devlink Group</h3>

Following the sell-out of their VIII Kirra project, Devlink Group recently launched <a href="/new-townhouses/uniq-bundall-2-4-waterford-court-bundall">UNIQ Bundall</a>, their contemporary townhouse development across the Nerang River from the soon-to-be redeveloped <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> Turf Club.

Expected to be completed late next year by builder Apexon, this new project will feature 22 architecturally designed three-bedroom townhouses, each with private lifts, a self-contained multipurpose room, three bathrooms, and rooftop terraces.

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Facing towards the Nerang River and the <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>, the waterfront townhouses will have overlooking views of the river, the Southport Race Course and the city skyline.

The waterfront properties will also feature private plunge pools, while the broader development will have access to a communal swimming pool and barbecue facilities.

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“Given the fast-growing population of the <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> and the lack of land availability, buyers are choosing this type of product as it gives them the opportunity to live in a location that allows for a great lifestyle while providing them the living space they want with minimal upkeep required," Devlink Group Head of Marketing James Ball said.

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"What makes it even more thrilling for us is the fact that our project is situated in a prime area, granting access to two prominent entertainment hubs—the Sunlight Lifestyle Precinct and Home of The Arts (HOTA), while still being only five to 10 minutes from the beach."

<h3> 
Project: Yves 
Location: Mermaid Beach 
Developer: Hirsch &amp; Faigen</h3>

Hirsch &amp; Faigen’s $200 million <a href="/new-apartments/yves-mermaid-beach-7-9-mermaid-avenue-mermaid-beach">Yves Mermaid Beach</a> apartment development is set to complete construction in late 2024.

<a href="/new-apartments/yves-mermaid-beach-7-9-mermaid-avenue-mermaid-beach">Yves</a> comprises 145 residences. All the one-bedders have been sold in the development, with just two and three-bedroom apartments, and a handful of half-floor and full-floor sub-penthouse and penthouse, left to sell.

Construction giant Hutchinson's began the build in May last year on the prime 7-9 Mermaid Avenue site, just metres from the famed Hedges Avenue beachfront strip.&nbsp;

Rothelowman designed the project as the third <a href="/new-townhouses/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast development</a> for <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch &amp; Faigen</a>, after the sold out Hemingway Palm Beach and the all-but sold out Emerson Kirra.

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Residential amenities will feature in the shared lobby, designed as greenhouses to create a suburban feel.&nbsp;

A north-facing swimming pool will be the centrepiece of the offering, with the space complete with an additional pool and yoga deck, a gym, sauna, recreation lounge and barbecue seating.

<h3> 
Project: Orama 
Location: Chevron Island&nbsp; 
Developer: Aniko Group</h3>

Prominent builder developer Aniko recently kicked off construction on their&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>&nbsp;apartment development, Orama.

<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">Orama</a> will rise 21 levels at 12-16 Weemala Street, conveniently located just off Thomas Drive, the retail, food and cafe hub that dissects the island.&nbsp;

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Aniko Construction is expecting to complete the 102-apartment development by late 2024.

Six residences will take up a spot across each floor, with the lower levels comprising two-bed, two-bath configurations. The higher levels will feature three-bedroom skyhomes and two penthouses.&nbsp;

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Plus Architecture has designed the tower to feature a sprawling rooftop recreation area overlooking Surfers Paradise.&nbsp;

The 21st level will house a lap pool and spa with 180-degree views across the ocean, a gym with a sauna and a yoga space, and a business lounge with private offices, booths, and a boardroom.

<h3>Project: Rhythm Kirra Hill 
Location: Coolangatta&nbsp; 
Developer: Immerse Projects</h3>

Immerse Projects also joins the list with Rhythm Kirra Hill.&nbsp;

Forty coastal apartments are being constructed across the site in the first project to be launched under the newly branded development company.&nbsp;

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Designed by award-winning firm BDA Architecture, Rhythm Kirra Hill will capture the essence of a modern coastal lifestyle with a selection of two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments across the seven-level building, with five different floor plans on offer.

The apartments range from 95 to 157 sqm, with the project tipped to appeal to a broad range of buyers.&nbsp;

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Rhythm Kirra Hill will feature a host of tailored amenities framed by sub-tropical landscaping, with the rooftop featuring a pool, barbecue area, and sun lounge deck, in addition to the ground-level amenities, which include a sauna, gym, meeting room, and an outdoor shower.

Located in the heart of Coolangatta, residents will be just 150 meters from the shopping, dining and entertainment precinct along The Strand while also being just a short stroll from several beaches, cafes and restaurants.

One, two and three-bedroom apartments can still be purchased in the development, with construction due to wrap by early 2024.&nbsp;

<h3>Project: EVA Tenth Avenue 
Location: Palm Beach 
Developer: Chippendale Group</h3>

Construction work on Chippendale Group's Eva Tenth Avenue is expected to be completed by Q1 2024, a year after construction commenced by Hutchinson Builders.

The Eva Tenth Avenue project comprises 48 boutique apartments across a nine-story residential complex on a 0.16-hectare site in Palm Beach.

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Homebuyers can choose from a collection of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and exclusive penthouse residences.&nbsp;

One-bedroom apartments, which start at a generous 69 sqm, are priced from $650,000, while the two-bedrooms range from 95 sqm to 106 sqm and start from $850,000. The three-bedroom apartments cover an expansive 208 sqm priced at $2.25 million.&nbsp;

Australia-based BDA Architecture is the development's architect and engineering design consultant. The building's design embraces the natural beauty of the surroundings. At the same time, each apartment at EVA is crafted with an intuitive flow of the spaces, creating a seamless connection to the Pacific Ocean.

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A timeless material palette featuring elements such as white brick, coloured concrete, timber screening, and VJ panelling adds depth and richness to the building, contributing to a layered coastal effect.

The nine-level building will feature an amenity area on the ground floor, including a pool, communal lounge area, gymnasium, yoga lawn and a BBQ area surrounded by lush subtropical landscaping.

Staff Writer

The best Gold Coast apartment developments completing in 2024

Queensland developer <a href="/developers/bastion">Bastion Group</a>&nbsp;has fast tracked plans for its $140 million <a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island apartment development</a> Nera following the successful completion of demolition on site.

Early works are anticipated to start in coming months on the 28-storey building with 87 apartments and extensive rooftop amenity <a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a> is starting to get a name for.

Alex Wood, one of the developers who make up <a href="/developers/bastion">Bastion Group</a>, said the completion of demolition marks an exciting step forward in the delivery of <a href="/new-apartments/nera-residences-chevron-island-8-10-parneno-street-chevron-island">Nera</a>.

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"We look forward to seeing our vision come to life,” Wood said.

“We have spent a lot of time ensuring a project of this scale was deliverable in the current climate and we are proud to today be closing the chapter on the first major construction milestone.”

“Bastion have hit the ground running with this project and we can confirm that we’re already in the process of negotiating early works, just weeks out from the Nera’s official launch to market.”&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/new-chevron-island-apartment-development-nera-to-launch">New Chevron Island apartment development NERA to launch</a>

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Wood said no stone has been left unturned when it comes to creating the highest quality residence.

From sourcing of the most cutting-edge and unique global partnerships, we are able to bring some of the most competitive amenities to market in this project, Wood said.

“<a href="/developers/bastion">Bastion</a> has bold ambitions, inspired by global thinking, and we’re confident in the delivery of the luxurious residential project that we’re bringing to Chevron Island.”

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<a href="/new-apartments/nera-residences-chevron-island-8-10-parneno-street-chevron-island">Nera</a> is being undertaken by <a href="/developers/bastion">Bastion Group</a>, consisting of a private consortium of diverse Australian and international experts in residential development.&nbsp;

Construction is expected to commence in Q2 2024, with overall completion anticipated for Q2 2026.&nbsp;

The development approved project is currently going through a minor revision with council and is set to be released to market in the new year.

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Nera is being undertaken by Bastion Group, consisting of a private consortium of diverse Australian and international experts in residential development. 



Demolition paves way for new Chevron Island apartment development Nera

Buyers have made a rush at the latest luxury living opportunity to arrive in <a href="/new-apartments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>, with Sherpa Property Group’s <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a> achieving over $45 million in sales just two weeks after launching to market.

The&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">in-demand project</a>, located on a 1,583 sqm site at <a href="/new-apartments/perspective-nexus">949-953 Gold Coast Highway</a>, will rise nine storeys and deliver and exclusive collection of 32 spacious apartments, including two half-floor penthouses and three sky homes with their own private rooftops.

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Group’s</a> latest development is the company’s 12th for the Gold Coast region and comes on the heels of a reimagination of the site which is located adjacent to Dune Café and overlooks the <a href="/new-apartments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> Parklands.

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The development is the product of a detailed design process led by HAL Architects that has taken into account the requirements for the Gold Coast city plan and the expectations of the local community.

“We have experienced an incredible level of inquiry and within weeks of launching we have sold 14 out of 32 apartments, including both penthouses at <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a>,” <a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Group</a> Founder Christie Leet said.

“The $45 million in sales reflect the demand for luxury living down this end of the Gold Coast, with few apartments the size or calibre of these, which has really drawn buyers’ attention.”

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The luxury development is primed for owner occupiers and downsizers who will enjoy unrivalled residents’ recreational and state-of-the-art amenities.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/first-look-sherpa-file-plans-for-luxury-chevron-island-apartment-development">Why I bought a Perspective Nexus, Palm Beach apartment</a>

“Enquiry to date has been from a diverse mix of buyers including downsizers and locals looking for larger living spaces without compromising on luxury," Leet added.

"A lot of people just want to buy for the specific location and don’t want to miss out on being in the project. Feedback we had from buyers is that they were so excited to get into the location and secure their spot in the development

“The locality of buyers we’ve welcomed is a huge testament to the appeal of <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a> to discerning locals who have a deep appreciation and understanding of the project’s positioning in one of the coasts’ most coveted residential addresses.”

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The sales come at a time whilst Gold Coast is experiencing a dramatic uptick in apartment sales from the previous quarter. Recent data from Urbis reveal that during Q3 of 2023 there were 470 sales on the Gold Coast, up from the previous 200 in Q2 of 2023.

<a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a> will deliver a suite of luxury two-to-four-bedroom apartments, ranging from 112sqm to 661sqm, with those on upper levels offering spectacular views of Currumbin Alley and beyond to the Pacific Ocean.

<a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a> will introduce a wide range of luxurious communal amenities for residents, including a dedicated wellness space with features such as a cold plunge pool and steam room with internal stairs down to the residents recreational space which includes a spa, pool, private dining and wellness garden.

As well as the addition of more than 70 car parks to the site for both residents and visitors, electric car charging stations, individual apartment storage, car wash bay, parcel delivery storage (including cold store) and more.

In view of the project being code assessable, the company anticipates development approval will be granted by February.Construction is planned to start in the first quarter of 2024 for completion in the third quarter&nbsp; of 2025.

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa</a> recently submitted plans <a href="/news/qld/first-look-sherpa-file-plans-for-luxury-chevron-island-apartment-development">for their prime Chevron Island development site</a> at 107 Stanhill Drive.

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The luxury development is primed for owner occupiers and downsizers who will enjoy unrivalled residents’ recreational and state-of-the-art amenities

Sherpa's Perspective Nexus Palm Beach apartments approach 50% sold after quickfire sales

The Gold Coast apartment development is set for a big 2024, with a swell of new projects likely to hit the market in the first half of next year.

A number of projects first released to the market in 2022 and early 2023 have overcome both presales hurdles and building negotiations to be under construction and looking to complete their builds next year.

These apartment developments are expected to be as affordable as off the plan apartments will likely get for the short to medium term on the Gold Coast. With the heightened cost of land, labour, and materials, developers have to pass on those costs to buyers or projects won't be feasible. That means higher asking prices for off the plan apartments.

We've taken a look at the top eight apartment developments currently on the market, the majority of which are under construction.

<h3>Project: Lagoon Main Beach</h3>

<h3>Developer: Drew Group</h3>

Drew Group's fully-funded Lagoon, a 31-level twin-tower apartment development in Main Beach, will be one of the most impressive projects in Main Beach when it's completed in late 2025.

Popular with locals and in recent months Sydneysiders, Lagoon Main Beach comprises 259 units spread across two towers, Sunrise Tower and Sunset Tower.

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The project was <a href="/news/qld/gold-coast-apartment-sales-jump-in-q3-2023-urbis">one of the best sellers on the Gold Coast in Q3 2023</a> according to Urbis.

In addition to spacious apartments, Lagoon offers a range of high-end amenities, including a podium-level barbecue garden with designer cooking stations, a fully equipped function lounge, a fitness centre with a connected yoga terrace, and a 24/7 network-connected boardroom catering to flexible co-working needs.

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Pezet Matheson has seen every type of buyer at Lagoon Main Beach, but the most common has been rightsizers and downsizers looking to take advantage what is a rare opportunity to buy in Main Beach without the price tag the majority of more boutique developments command.

Construction is well underway, with Hutchinson Builders handling the build. The completion of Lagoon is expected in the third quarter of 2025.

<h3>Project: Chevron One, Chevron Island</h3>

<h3>Developer: Bensons Property Group</h3>

Prospective buyers still have a chance to snap up a home in the tallest tower in Chevron Island’s sought-after Stanhill Drive dress circle, developer Bensons Property Group's Chevron One.

Upon completion in mid-2025, Chevron One's 41 levels will home 228 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and nearly 2000 sqm of resort-style amenities.&nbsp;

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Residents will benefit from a private outdoor lagoon pool with a floating cinema, sculptured gardens, an indoor-outdoor beach, a lap pool, a spa and a sauna.

Chevron Island has become incredibly popular with locals and interstate buyers due to the convenience of Surfers Paradise just over the bridge, but also the fact it's just outside of the hustle and bustle Surfers brings.

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Just minutes from Surfers Paradise and the new arts and cultural precinct, Chevron One residents will savour a village-like atmosphere yet an urban lifestyle experience.

Thomas Drive on Chevron Island features famous local cafés, bars, al fresco dining and a diverse range of restaurants across multiple cuisines.&nbsp;

The Marchese Partners-designed Chevron One is currently under construction by ICON.

<h3>Project: Tapestry, Chevron Island</h3>

<h3>Developer: Siera Property Group</h3>

The in-demand $135 million Tapestry project by Siera Property Group kicked off its construction in September after the Brent Thompson-led developer brought construction in house for the Chevron Island apartment development.

Residents are one step closer to witnessing the rise of the 22-level sculptural tower, designed by the local architecture firm BDA and situated on the prized east side of Chevron Island at 39 Darrambal Street.

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Tapestry features one of the most impressive rooftop amenity levels on the Gold Coast. The 700 sqm space features&nbsp;separate recreation zones for residents to relax, connect and engage in the elevated landscape.

It includes a private dining space and kitchen, lounge and fire pit, yoga lawn, pool, spa and sundeck, barbecue and alfresco area, gym, sauna, steam room, and lounge area separated by extensive landscaping.

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Prospective homebuyers can still secure a home at Tapestry. The remaining two and three-bedroom apartments start at $939,900.

Due to high demand in the early stages of marketing for Tapestry, Siera Property Group received approval to add another five levels to the tower, with the extra apartments to fill the market in the area. Tapestry has a total of 113 apartments.

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The rooftop amenity at Tapestry is set to rival the best on the Gold Coast, featuring a private dining space, which can be closed off to the rest of the rooftop, an infinity pool with views across Surfers Paradise, a gym, and outdoor lounge areas.

Tapestry is slated for completion in July 2025.

Tapestry is Siera Property Group's first foray into the Gold Coast apartment market, having had success for several years developing in Brisbane's inner ring. They're now developing Pipis, a luxury collection of apartments on the Bilinga beachfront, and have approval for an owner-occupier tower on Enderley Avenue, Surfers Paradise.

<h3>Project: Pipis Bilinga</h3>

<h3>Developer: Siera Property Group</h3>

The end of 2023 has been a busy year for Siera, who also kicked off construction of Pipis, the&nbsp;$85 million apartment development at 303 Golden Four Drive.

Under construction by LPS Group, the 11-level building will offer just 19 residences, 17 half-floor apartments and two double-storey penthouses.

A number of apartments were snapped up <a href="/news/qld/siera-property-group-kick-off-construction-at-pipis-bilinga">ahead of the recent sod turning ceremony</a>.

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With its direct beachfront access and excellent connectivity to the Gold Coast, Pipis has primarily attracted downsizing owner-occupiers from local areas, Brisbane and Sydney.

SIERA Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said early purchasers were eager to jump at the pre-release opportunity to secure a boutique apartment before the opening of the sales gallery.

“Sales enquiries are increasing with the mobilisation of the construction team on site, and we have already had strong interest from purchasers looking for a second holiday home at Pipis because of its proximity to Gold Coast Airport and absolute beachfront position,” he said.

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Positioned in the exclusive pocket of Bilinga on the Southern Gold Coast, Pipis benefits from its proximity to the evolving Golden Four Drive strip and the developing Kirra Point to the south.

Thompson emphasised that these apartments are ideal for affluent downsizers seeking high-end convenience and a low-maintenance sea-change, considering the rarity of such beach access.

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<h3>Project: Vista Surfers Paradise</h3>

<h3>Developer: MRCB</h3>

Vista, the debut Surfers Paradise apartment development by Malaysian/Melbourne developer MRCB, comprises 280 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $890,000.

The 51-level development saw 80 of its 280 apartments sold in the third quarter of 2023 at an average price of $1,013,138.

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26 Vista’s sales agent, Urban Activation Director Matt George, said the project's success is primarily due to the limited supply and sustained demand for premium properties like 26 Vista on the Gold Coast.

George says buyers also see value in the beachside location, which is centrally positioned to the Gold Coast, sitting directly above the Northcliffe tram station, allowing residents to easily commute across the Gold Coast.

MRCB International CEO Ravi Krishnan says the strong sales achieved to date are synonymous with creating a product that meets the market needs; there is more emphasis on sustainability, wellbeing and space.

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The building is all-electric, with no gas and a low carbon footprint.

Residents can access many amenities, including an internal wellbeing precinct featuring a spa, gym, outdoor yoga space, pool, sauna, steam room, and residents' lounge.

There are 187 apartments still available in 26 Vista. The project is due to be completed in 2026.

<h3>Project: Perspective Nexus</h3>

<h3>Developer: Sherpa Property Group</h3>

Sherpa's recently launched development in their sought-after Perspective series, Perspective Nexus, has already sold half of its units ahead of the construction commencing in February 2024.

Located in the equally sought-after Palm Beach, Perspective Nexus, just 32 apartments designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch comprise a sole two-bedroom apartment, 21 three-bedroom apartments with a multi-purpose room, and five four-bedroom apartments. There are also two penthouses and three two-level skyhomes with private rooftops.

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Prospective homebuyers have at least 13 more apartments remaining, considering three units are now under offer.

A recent purchaser said the location of the development, its internal amenities, and the developer's reputation were the driving factors in her purchase.

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Perspective Nexus will be home to an array of luxurious communal amenities, including a dedicated wellness space featuring a magnesium spa, outdoor kitchen, sauna, hot and cold pools, a steam room, and a wellness garden for residents to enjoy the beachside ambience.&nbsp;

Additional amenities and features will include an electric car charging station, individual apartment storage, a car wash bay, a dog wash, and parcel delivery storage, including a cold store.&nbsp;

Construction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025.

<h3>Project: Victoria &amp; Albert</h3>

<h3>Developer: Iris Capital</h3>

Iris Capital's prestigious development in Broadbeach, Victoria &amp; Albert has been met with a remarkable surge in buyer demand throughout 2023.

The project, referred to as V&amp;A, has attracted diverse buyers, as Colliers sales agent Paul Putsay highlighted.

"Interestingly, V&amp;A has enticed a delightful mix of fly-in and fly-out clientele in the Albert Tower, while the Victoria building has seen a significant uptake from hybrid investors and occupiers," Putsay noted.

"The building is also proving to be extremely popular with buyers from Melbourne and Sydney, partly because of the $200 million commercial retail and fresh food precinct underneath."

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With at least 50 per cent of the development already sold, a range of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments is still available.&nbsp;

Designed by DBI, V&amp;A comprises two residential towers: Victoria Residences and Albert Residences.

Victoria Residences offers carefully crafted one and two-bedroom apartments, while Albert Residences offers luxurious, home-sized residences starting at $1.99 million with panoramic views of the Gold Coast's natural landscape.

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V&amp;A will feature a 25-metre lap pool with an outdoor dining and barbecue area, a spa and steam room, a Zen garden, a yoga deck, a boutique resident's lounge, and a kid's club area with a playground, all surrounded by sub-tropical gardens.

Approaching the completion of early construction works by CF Group, the Sam Arnaout-led developer will be building the next stage of construction of its much anticipated two-tower development, Victoria &amp; Albert, by itself. They've announced Iris Built is already fully licensed with the QBCC.&nbsp;

The Gold Coast's top seven apartment developments ready to buy heading into 2024

Longtime Gold Coast apartment developer Morris Property Group is tapping into the demand from owner-occupiers for new apartments in the sought-after Broadbeach postcode with their latest tower, Crest Broadbeach.

The striking 40-level tower will sit on Armrick Avenue, a prime spot across the road from the Broadbeach Bowls Club which for buyers not only means great proximity to amenity, but protected views to the south. It will comprise 182 two and three-bedroom apartments designed by the&nbsp;Canberra-based architecture firm Guida Moseley Brown.

Crest Broadbeach's architecturally designed exterior draws inspiration from the motion of the waves, presenting a distinctive profile against the city skyline. This design, reflecting the sophistication of the neighbourhood, includes resort-style amenities that complete the residents' 5-star lifestyle.

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There will be a maximum of just five apartments per floor, with only three three-bedroom apartments per level on the building’s top three floors.

Each apartment has been meticulously designed to make the most of every square inch and carefully detailed and furnished to make the residents' lifestyle practical and convenient.&nbsp;

Hybrid timber floors and full-height glazing grace the open living and dining areas, creating a warm and airy feel in every home.

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The practical kitchens are well-appointed with high-quality European Bosch appliances and showcase an island and bar seating.

Three distinct colour palettes allow homeowners to personalise their space from dark, contemporary charm, timeless harmony of light and shade to simple and airy.

The ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling with condensers are located in a dedicated area away from the balcony. This gives residents a clutter-free and quiet outdoor living space overlooking rare, protected views—with no risk to the south over the park of being built out).

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The extensive amenity on top of the building’s podium on level two, wrapped with terraces with seating and dining areas, features a pool, gym, lounge space and a communal barbecue area.

Crest Broadbeach will be conveniently situated within 800m of the Broadbeach CBD, less than two kilometres from the Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and the Surfers Paradise CBD.

Crest Broadbeach marks Morris Property Group's eighth high-rise residential project in Broadbeach. Nearby, the developer has successfully delivered Opus Broadbeach, a 26-storey, 113-apartment project, Qube&nbsp;Broadbeach, a 40-storey, 202-apartment project, and Koko, a 31-storey development comprising&nbsp;98&nbsp;two-bedroom &amp; three bedroom apartments

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Crest marks Morris Property Group's eighth high-rise residential project in Broadbeach

Morris Property Group taps into owner-occupier market with Crest Broadbeach apartments

As the final touches are made to the almost sold-out $75 million <a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a> project by <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch and Faigen</a>, the Melbourne-based developer has unveiled its luxury penthouse, one of the best in the southern <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>.

Located in the heart of the intimate <a href="/developments/kirra-qld-4225">Kirra</a> beach community and atop the 13-level building, Emerson’s four-bedroom mega penthouse is now open for offers in excess of $10 million.

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Architecturally designed by the award-winning Brisbane design firm Rothelowman, the expansive penthouse features four bedrooms, each with its own ensuite and balcony, a study, and a large multipurpose room that can be tailored as a media room, home office, or fifth bedroom.

Matt George, head of sales for <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch &amp; Faigen</a>, said the&nbsp;penthouse is undoubtedly one of the most exclusive ever seen on the Gold Coast and will set a benchmark for the southern beaches.

“With soaring 3.2m ceilings, an intuitive design flow, and wall-length windows that dissolve into cinematic views of Kirra, the penthouse offers endless opportunities to marvel at exquisite surroundings from a private, elevated oasis," George says.

The main living space meets the dining area&nbsp;and kitchen, complete with premium Gaggenau appliances and a full butler’s pantry. Expansive dual balconies provide extensive views across the Pacific Ocean, leveraging the unique north-facing beachfront position to capture both sunrises and sunsets.

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Not only is <a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a> positioned just a 150 metre stroll away from the famed shores of Kirra Beach, but the penthouse is also strategically located to take advantage of its proximity to the now completed Kirra Beach Hotel and Kirra Beach House, just a stone's throw away.

Daniel Faigen of <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch and Faigen</a> says when you pair a premium location with the highest standard of residential design, it becomes challenging to conceive a better home than the Emerson penthouse.

“There will never be another penthouse of this calibre on the southern Gold Coast, where world class surf breaks roll into your doorstep, and unmatched views welcome you from every angle," Faigen says.

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The penthouse will crown the collection of 27 apartments within <a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a>, all of which were snapped up within months of their release.

An exclusive work-life lounge on the ground floor of <a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a> provides residents with a casual work from home space, with private alcoves and seating overlooking parkland and beachfront.

A north-facing, outdoor sun lounge sits near a resort-style pool set in sub-tropical landscaping.

Scaffolding is now starting to come down, and full construction completion is just around the corner for the <a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a> project, with residents expected to move in by April 2024.

<a href="/buildings/emerson-kirra-100-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Emerson</a> is the second of three <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> projects undertaken by the Melbourne-based developer <a href="/developers/hirsch-faigen">Hirsch &amp; Faigen</a>, following the sell-out success of its <a href="/new-apartments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> debut, Hemingway. Construction of <a href="/new-apartments/yves-mermaid-beach-7-9-mermaid-avenue-mermaid-beach">Yves Mermaid Beach</a> is also well underway, with completion slated for December 2024.

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Matt George, head of sales for Hirsch & Faigen, said the penthouse is undoubtedly one of the most exclusive ever seen on the Gold Coast and will set a benchmark for the southern beaches.

Inside Emerson's $10 million plus penthouse, set to become one of Kirra's best apartments

Sherpa Property Group is fast-tracking plans for its expanded <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> portfolio, filing a development application for its prime <a href="/new-apartments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a> site.

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa</a>, who has&nbsp;completed 11 projects on the <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> over the past six years, is seeking to developer a boutique three-level apartment building on the 1,710 sqm, <a href="/new-apartments/perspective-helm">107 Stanhill Drive site</a> they acquired a few months ago.

They'll be <a href="/new-apartments/perspective-helm">launching the project</a>, just&nbsp;10 exclusive apartments&nbsp;at the start of 2024, with the goal to start construction Q3 2024 pending approval from the <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> City Council.

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The premium north facing, riverfront site will also feature marina berths, a first for Sherpa’s Perspective brand. Being just inside the 6-knot zone, the project is tipped to attract the boating community as it will provide immediate access to the Broadwater and ocean.

Designed by HAL Architects, the development will feature spacious interiors, specifically designed for the downsizer and owner-occupier market. The apartments will all comprise a minimum of three bedrooms plus multi-purpose room with penthouses offering four-bedroom residences.

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Grou</a>p Founder Christie Leet said the project is one of the best sites on the coast and it's a great addition to the <a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa</a> brand.

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“We believe a boutique project is a perfect fit for Chevron Island with an intimate design that lends itself to sophisticated, yet private, lifestyle," Leet said.

"We think our buyers are those already in the vicinity, particularly downsizers, so we have worked hard to make them as good to live in as a house with a huge emphasis on security.

“Each residence will also have a three to four car lock up garage, plus storage, as this level of amenity has been in strong demand across our recent projects.

“This is a really exciting project for the team and we will be working hard to once again deliver the best floor plans on the Gold Coast, continuing to improve each iteration of our Perspective brand.”

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The Chevron Island development follows a successful run by <a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Group</a> for its most recent <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast projects</a> - Perspective Broadwater at Biggera Waters and <a href="/buildings/perspective-on-albatross">Perspective on Albatross</a> at <a href="/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a>.

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa</a> recently launched their luxury <a href="/new-apartments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach apartment development</a>, <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-perspective-nexus-palm-beach-apartments">Perspective Nexus</a>, just off the sand.

Sherpa Property Group Founder Christie Leet said the project is one of the best sites on the coast and it's a great addition to the Sherpa brand

First look: Sherpa file plans for luxury Chevron Island apartment development

Morris Property Group's popular Burleigh Heads apartment development Sandbar Burleigh just has a handful of apartments on its completion.

The 26-level, 163-apartment development at&nbsp;1969-1971 Gold Coast Highway&nbsp;is just 250 metres from Burleigh’s pristine beach, offering almost three kilometres of the 57-kilometre Gold Coast coastline.

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The media room, open-plan living, kitchen and dining area, and all bedrooms are oriented towards the balcony and the view. The spacious 31 sqm balcony forms an L on the outer perimeter of the apartments, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors and the expansive views of the ocean, cityscape and Gold Coast hinterland from different angles.&nbsp;

These contemporary apartments are thoughtfully designed to evoke the ambience of beachfront living.&nbsp;

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Inside, the three-bedroom apartments benefit from timber floors through the living and dining areas and are well-appointed with premium cooking appliances by Franke and an ILVE integrated fridge/freezer in the kitchen.&nbsp;

The bedrooms are softly carpeted for extra comfort and acoustic purposes and come with a wardrobe fit-out, including shelves, removable hanging rails, and opaque and mirrored sliding doors.

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The tiled bathrooms feature a semi-frameless shower screen with a Parisi rail shower, a Parisi frosted glass shelf, vanity basin and tap set, and a Parisi Slim rimless wall-faced toilet suite.

With a complete suite of deluxe finishes and European fitments, the apartments also include abundant storage space and secure basement car parking.

Featuring an entire level dedicated to recreation, Sandbar features a fully equipped gym, yoga deck, residents' lounge, covered BBQ area, and swimming pool exclusively accessible to all residents.

The three-bedroom apartments start at $2,799,900.

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The three-bedroom apartments start at $2,799,900

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