<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/consolidated-properties">Consolidated Properties Group</a> (CPG) is approaching the launch of its latest Brisbane riverfront development, Castile, on the dress circle Skyring Terrace in Newstead.

VIP buyers are now being engaged, with a full public sales launch coming later this year.

Positioned as the final opportunity to secure a new absolute riverfront residence on the East bank of Newstead, Teneriffe or New Farm, Castile at 47 Skyring Terrace has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> as a timeless addition to the Brisbane skyline.&nbsp;

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The name Castile draws on themes of permanence, sophistication and legacy, reflecting a broader vision centred on enduring architecture and timelessness in the rarest of riverfront positions.&nbsp;

CPG Chairman and CEO Don O’Rorke said the project had been envisioned as a future Brisbane icon.&nbsp;

“With 47 metres of direct river frontage and never to be built out views, 47 Skyring Terrace is the definitive address on the Brisbane River,” O’Rorke said.&nbsp;

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“Rather than following trend-based apartment design, Castile draws inspiration from Brisbane’s great heritage buildings, reinterpreting classical architecture into a contemporary riverfront landmark designed to stand proudly for the next 100 years,” he said.&nbsp;

The approved development will comprise 227 apartments across a 25-storey tower alongside a boutique six-storey riverfront building of just 12 residences.&nbsp;

Construction is scheduled to commence in September 2026.

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Joel Robinson

CPG unveils Castile Newstead ahead of upcoming sales launch

Australia’s online shopping habits have shifted dramatically over the last decade. As eCommerce volumes surged, so too did the frustrations that came with traditional parcel delivery: missed deliveries, long Post Office queues, parcel theft and the challenge of being home during business hours.

Australia Post’s Parcel Lockers emerged as one of the more practical responses to that changing consumer behaviour.

What started as a relatively niche delivery option has evolved into a nationwide network of more than 1,400 self-service Parcel Lockers positioned at train stations, shopping centres, supermarkets and Post Offices across the country. The system allows Australians to send, collect and return parcels 24 hours a day, fundamentally changing how many people interact with deliveries.

The appeal is relatively straightforward: flexibility.

Instead of waiting at home for a delivery driver or rushing to a Post Office before closing time, users can direct eligible parcels to a Parcel Locker location of their choice. Once the parcel arrives, Australia Post sends a notification with a collection code or QR access through the AusPost app, allowing customers to retrieve their package at any time within the collection window.

For apartment residents in particular, the system has become increasingly valuable.

Higher-density living has created logistical challenges around deliveries, especially in buildings without concierge services or secure parcel rooms. Missed deliveries are common, while parcel theft has become an increasing concern as online shopping volumes continue to rise.

Australia Post itself has repeatedly highlighted the growing issue of “porch pirates” during peak shopping periods, encouraging customers to use Parcel Lockers as a safer alternative to unattended home deliveries.

That security aspect is one of the key reasons the Australia Post Parcel Locker network has grown so rapidly.

Parcel Lockers are positioned as secure, monitored collection points that reduce the risk of theft while also improving delivery efficiency for Australia Post. Instead of multiple redelivery attempts, parcels can be consolidated into a single secure destination.

The Parcel Lockers themselves are free to use through a MyPost account and support a range of parcel sizes up to 16 kilograms and dimensions of approximately 35 x 44 x 61 centimetres.

Beyond receiving parcels, the system has increasingly become integrated into the broader eCommerce ecosystem.

Customers can now use Parcel Lockers to return online purchases, while retailers have embraced the model as a way to improve delivery success rates and reduce friction in the shopping process. Australia Post has actively expanded partnerships with major retailers and promoted Parcel Lockers as part of a broader out-of-home strategy.

The timing of that expansion aligns with broader changes in Australian shopping behaviour.

The acceleration of online retail during and after the pandemic placed enormous pressure on delivery infrastructure. Parcel volumes reached record highs, particularly during Black Friday and Christmas periods, with Australia Post delivering more than 100 million parcels during peak festive seasons.

That growth forced logistics providers to rethink the “last mile” of delivery, widely regarded as the most expensive and operationally difficult stage of the process.

Parcel Locker systems have increasingly been viewed as part of the long-term solution.

The concept itself is not unique to Australia. Parcel Locker networks have become common globally, particularly across Europe and Asia, where dense urban environments and apartment living create similar logistical challenges. But Australia’s geography and suburban sprawl made adoption slower initially.

Now, however, the convenience factor is driving mainstream usage.

For commuters, Parcel Lockers near train stations allow parcels to be collected on the way home from work. For apartment dwellers, they remove the uncertainty around access and missed deliveries.

The rise of the AusPost app has also streamlined the experience, centralising notifications, tracking and Parcel Locker access into a single platform. Australia Post has increasingly pushed customers toward app-based delivery management, partly as a way to combat phishing scams and fake delivery notifications, which have become more sophisticated in recent years.

The Parcel Locker model is also beginning to influence property development itself.

Parcel management has become a growing consideration in apartment building design, particularly as online shopping becomes embedded in everyday life. Many new residential developments are now incorporating dedicated parcel rooms or Parcel Locker systems into foyers and communal spaces.

For developers, parcel management is increasingly viewed as part of the broader resident amenity offering, alongside gyms, wellness spaces and communal work areas.

That reflects a wider evolution in how residential buildings are designed.

Apartment buyers are placing greater emphasis on convenience, security and operational functionality, particularly in higher-density urban environments. Parcel delivery, once considered a minor operational detail, has become an increasingly important part of that equation.

Australia Post’s Parcel Locker network sits at the centre of that behavioural shift.

What began as a simple alternative delivery option has evolved into a key piece of infrastructure supporting Australia’s growing eCommerce economy and changing urban lifestyles.

And as online shopping continues to expand, the role of Parcel Lockers is likely to become even more embedded in how Australians live, shop and receive goods.

How Australia Post Parcel Lockers changed parcel delivery convenience in Australia

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

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

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

Sammut secures approval for debut Brisbane apartment development in Toowong

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

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Newcastle East takes the top spot as Newcastle's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of five percent over the next 12 months.
The current median price at Newcastle East is $996,250, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
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An example would be a two bedroom house at <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/4-beach-street-newcastle-east-nsw-2300-2012954057" target="_blank">4 Beach Street</a> that was recently sold for $1,309,000, which is $312,750 more than the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Clarence Town as second best hotspot along with Soldiers Point.
Suburb                  Postcode           Median price           12 month forecast
Newcastle East       2300                  $996,250                             5%
Clarence Town       2321                   $490,000                             4%
Soldiers Point         2317                  $695,000                            4%
Carey Bay              2283                  $435,000                            3%
Wickham               2293                  $525,000                            3%
Islington                2296                  $510,000                            3%
Tighes Hill              2297                  $560,000                            3%
Kilaben Bay            2283                  $600,000                            3%
Cooks Hill               2300                  $775,000                           3%
The Hill                   2300                 $930,000                            3%
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Newcastle East tops list of 2017 Newcastle property hotspots

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Grange takes the equal top spot as Brisbane's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of five percent over the next 12 months.
The median price at Grange is currently $820,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
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An example would be a five bedroom house currently being sold for over $899,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-grange-123366554" target="_blank">97 Lanham Ave</a>, (above) which is $79,000 above the median price.
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Similarly a five bedroom house was sold for $870,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-qld-grange-119240459" target="_blank">45 Sellheim Street</a>, (above) which is $50,000 above the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Manly as equal best hotspot.
Suburb              Postcode            Median price            12 month forecast
Grange              4051                  $820,000                   5%
Manly               4179                   $780,000                   5%
Marburg           4346                    $400,000                   4%
Macgregor        4109                    $760,000                   4%
Bulimba           4171                     $1,100,000                3%
Hawthorne       4171                     $1,050,000                3%
South Brisbane 4101                     $950,000                   3%
New Farm        4005                     $1,295,000                3%
West End         4101                     $990,500                   3%
Tennyson         4105                     $725,999                   3%
 
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Grange tops list of 2017 Brisbane property hotspots

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Klemzig ranks as amongst Adelaide's 2-16/2017 top investor hotspots for units with an expected increase of 4 percent over the next 12 months.
It offers cheaper units compared to its joint ranked investor hotspots Broadview, Marden and Parkside, who all also expect a 4 percent price increase.
The median price at Klemzig is currently at $272,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
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An example would be a two bedroom unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-unit-sa-klemzig-123261094" target="_blank">42/5-9 Alexander</a> (above) currently on sale for between $269 000 -$279 000.
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Similarly a two bedroom unit was sold for $296,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-sa-klemzig-118906211" target="_blank">2/1 Price Avenue</a>, (above) which is $24,000 above the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Broadview, Marden and Parkside as Adelaide's top investor suburbs for units.
Suburb                      Postcode          Median price           12 month forecast
Klemzig                     5087                $272,000                4%
Broadview                 5083                 $330,000               4%
Marden                     5070                 $339,000               4%
Parkside                    5063                 $460,000              4%
Pooraka                    5095                  $287,500               3%
Glenside                   5065                   $320,000              3%
Eastwood                  5063                  $570,000              3%
Cumberland Park       5041                   $337,500             3%
Clarence Park            5034                  $329,000              3%
Wayville                    5034                   $385,000             3%
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Kelmzig units share suburb superiority atop 2017 Adelaide property hotspots

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Alawa takes the equal top spot as Darwin's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of three percent over the next 12 months.
The current median price at Alawa is $570,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/105%20Alawa%20Crescent%20.jpg" alt="">
An example would be a three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nt-alawa-120589101" target="_blank">105 Alawa Cresecent</a> (above) that is currently on sale for over $610,000, which is $40,000 more than the median price.
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Similarly a three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nt-alawa-121760994" target="_blank">47 Britomart Gardens</a> (above) was recently sold for $595,000, which is $25,000 above the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Fannie bay as equal best hotspot.
Suburb            Postcode       Median price       12 month forecast
Alawa             810               $570,000                         3%
Fannie Bay     820                $900,000                         3%
Moil               810                $564,500                        2%
Malak            812                 $545,000                        2%
Tiwi              810                 $556,000                        2%
Wanguri        810                 $591,250                        2%
Leanyer        812                  $593,250                        2%
Rapid Creek   810                 $706,500                        2%
Stuart Park    820                  $686,000                        2%
Millner          810                  $590,000                        2%
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Alawa tops list of 2017 Darwin property hotspots for investing in houses

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Corlette takes the equal top spot as Newcastle's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in units with an expected increase of four percent over the next 12 months.
The median price at Corlette currently sits at $489,500, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
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An example would be a three bedroom unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-apartment-nsw-corlette-105903617" target="_blank">8/12 Yawl Close</a> (above) that was recently sold for $535,000, which is $45,500 more than the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked The Hill, Toronto and Cooks Hills as other likely best hotspots.
Suburb                  Postcode       Median price         12 month forecast
Corlette                 2315             $489,500                       4%
The Hill                 2300             $440,000                        4%
Toronto                 2283             $525,000                        4%
Newcastle East      2300              $1,080,000                     4%
Salamander Bay     2317             $402,500                        4%
Cooks Hill              2300             $550,000                        4%
Waratah               2298              $303,000                        4%
Wallsend               2287             $367,000                         3%
Newcastle West     2302              $467,000                        3%
Adamstown           2289              $376,250                        3%
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Corlette tops list of 2017 Newcastle property hotspots

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Elanora takes the equal top spot as Gold Coast's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in units with an expected increase of five percent over the next 12 months.
The median price at Elanora is currently $375,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
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An example would be a two bedroom apartment at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-qld-elanora-123015522" target="_blank">2/10 Daisy Street</a> (above) that was recently sold for $412,000, which is $37,000 above the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Miami, Tugan and Runaway Bay as equal best hotspots.
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<div dir="ltr">Miami                       4220              $437,000                 5%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Tugan                      4224               $400,000                 5%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Runaway Bay           4216                $511,000                 5%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Burleigh Waters       4220                $407,250                  4%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Mermaid Waters       4218                $367,000                  4%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Currumbin Waters    4223                $421,500                  4%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Biggera Waters        4216                $445,000                   4%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Broadbeach Waters   4218               $497,500                   4%</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Benowa                   4217                $430,000                  3%</div>
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Elanora tops list of 2017 Gold Coast property hotspots for unit investing

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Como takes the equal top spot as Perth's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of three percent over the next 12 months.
The current median price for Como currently sits at $732,500, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
An example would be a 3 bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-wa-como-123624142" target="_blank">51 Alston Avenue</a> (below) that is currently on sale for $819,000, which is $86,500 above the median price.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/51%20Alston%20Avenue.jpg" alt="">
Similarly a 3 bedroom house has recently been sold at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-wa-como-122245562" target="_blank">24 Wooltana Street</a> (below) for $792,500, which is $60,000 above the median price.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/24%20Wooltana%20Street.jpg" alt="">
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked East Cannington as equal best hotspot.
Suburb                   Postcode           Median price          12 month forecast
Como                     6152                $732,500                   3%
East Cannington      6107                $508,000                   3%
Lathlain                 6100                 $895,000                   2%
Rossmoyne            6148                 $1,170,000                 2%
Willetton                6155                 $734,500                   2%
Koondoola             6064                  $405,000                   2%
Yokine                   6060                  $615,000                   2%
Waterford             6152                   $1,095,000                 2%
Chidlow                6556                  $645,000                     1%
Coolbellup            6163                   $520,000                     1%
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Como ranks as 2017 top Perth hotspot for investors

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Mornington takes the equal top spot as Hobart's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of four percent over the next 12 months.
Mornington's current median price is $300,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/31%20Binalong%20Road.jpg" alt="">
An example would be a four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-mornington-122582650" target="_blank">31 Binalong Road</a> (above) that is currently on sale for over $349,000, which is $49,000 above the median price.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/496%20Cambridge%20Road.jpg" alt="">
Similarly a four bedroom house was recently sold at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-tas-mornington-121388966" target="_blank">496 Cambridge Road</a> (above) for $380,000, which is $80,000 more than the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Blackmans Bay and North Hobart as equal best hotspot.
Suburb                   Postcode          Median price        12 month forecast
Mornington             7018                  $300,000                 4%
Blackmans Bay        7052                  $435,000                 4%
North Hobart           7000                 $475,000                  4%
Carlton                   7173                  $277,500                  3%
Primrose Sands       7173                   $210,000                 3%
West Hobart           7000                   $520,000                  3%
Kingston Beach       7050                   $480,000                 3%
Hobart                   7000                   $557,000                  3%
Bagdad                   7030                  $282,500                 3%
Taroona                  7053                   $522,500                 2%
 
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Mornington ranked the 2017 hotspot for Hobart houses

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Doncaster takes the top spot as Melbourne's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in houses with an expected increase of seven percent over the next 12 months.
The median price at Doncaster is currently $1,250,000 according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
An example would be a four bedroom home currently on sale for $1,200,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-doncaster-123164890" target="_blank">7 Grange Park Avenue,</a> (below) which is $50,000 below the median price.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/7%20Grange%20Park%20Avenue.jpg" alt="">
Similarly a four bedroom at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-doncaster-123279062" target="_blank">9 Lauer Street</a> (below) sold for $1,416,000 earlier this month, some $150,000 above the median price for the suburb.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/9%20Laurer%20Street.jpg" alt="">
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Mount Waverley as second best hotspot.
Suburb                  Postcode           Median price            12 month forecast
Doncaster            3108                   $1,250,000                 7%
Mount Waverley     3149                   $1,225,000                 6%
Glen Waverly       3150                   $1,220,000                  5%
Hawthorn            3122                   $1,850,000                  5%
Ashwood             3147                   $1,164,444                  5%
Ashburton            3147                  $1,500,000                  5%
Parkville               3052                  $1,280,000                  4%
South Yarra          3141                  $1,470,000                  4%
Prahran                3181                 $1,306,500                   4%
South Melbourne   3205                 $1,230,000                   3%
 
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Doncaster houses top list of 2017 Melbourne property hotspots

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Ashwood takes the equal top spot as Melbourne's 2016/2017 hotspot for investing in units with an expected increase of six percent over the next 12 months.
The median price at Ashwood is currently $665,000, according to APM, in their forecast developed by APM senior economist, Dr Andrew Wilson.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/26%20Murra%20Court.jpg" alt="">
An example would be a two bedroom unit sold for $700,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-vic-ashwood-123195246" target="_blank">2/6 Murra Court, Ashwood</a>, (above) an increase of $35,000 above the median price.
<img src="/images/2016/09/22/17%20Murra%20Court.jpg" alt="">
Another similar two bedroom unit was sold for $690,000 at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-vic-ashwood-122494654" target="_blank">1/7 Murra Court, Ashwood</a>, (above) an increase of only $25,000 above the median price.
The Smart Investor magazine, published by Fairfax Media, ranked Box Hill South as second best hotspot.
Suburb                Postcode                   Median price                12 month forecast
Ashwood             3147                         $665,000                     6%
Box Hill South      3128                         $645,000                     6%
Beaumaris          3193                          $876,000                     5%
Malvern East      3145                          $515,000                      5%
Black Rock         3193                          $794,000                      5%
Balwyn North     3104                          $1,020,000                    4%
Glen Waverly     3150                          $702,500                       4%
Notting Hill        3168                          $363,000                       4%
Oakleigh           3166                           $550,000                       4%
Sunshine          3020                           $383,500                        3%
 
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