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.

Joel Robinson

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

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

Melbourne off the plan apartments

Melbourne's housing supply could see a significant boost through strata reform, according to new research by Urbis.

The study identified over 1,000 strata sites within a 15km radius of Melbourne's CBD that could collectively deliver over 100,000 additional dwellings.&nbsp;

Urbis utilised spatial data to locate all strata developments within <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">15km of Melbourne CBD</a> with more than one property/lot present and an existing address pre-2010. &nbsp;

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The study identified all lots with zoning that allows for residential use and calculated the potential additional dwelling capacity based on current planning controls.&nbsp;

The research found that the underlying land value of these sites exceeds the value of the existing strata titled lots. &nbsp; 
This indicates a significant opportunity for redevelopment and uplift in the housing supply.&nbsp;

"Repositioning underdeveloped strata sites has the potential to deliver a much-needed uplift in well-located housing supply," said Mark Dawson, Director at Urbis.&nbsp;

"Notably, around half of this dwelling uplift is located within the <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic-3000">City of Melbourne</a>. With over 140,000 &nbsp;key workers employed within the City of Melbourne, additional housing supply close to employment centres would provide critical relief to those who often need to live close to where they work."

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The research also highlights the need for legislative reform to facilitate these changes. Urbis suggests amendments to the Owners Corporations Act 2006 to allow for a collective sale with a 75 per cent consensus and the introduction of legislation similar to the NSW Act - Strata Schemes Development Act 2015.&nbsp;

Urbis Director, Alex Nunn, said the&nbsp;State's ambition to deliver 70 per cent of new housing in infill areas is well-supported by this strata reform.

"Measures that align and amplify proposed policy to unlock housing supply within the inner and middle ring are highly welcomed," Nunn said.

"The liveability and demand for housing in these localities has been proven over the years and ageing strata developments occupy some of the most sought-after real estate in Victoria."

Urbis concludes that strata reform could unlock significant housing supply in <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne's inner and middle rings</a>, aligning with the State's infill housing supply goals and providing much-needed housing for key workers.

"The State's ambition to deliver 70 per cent of new housing in infill areas is well-supported by this strata reform."

Strata reform could trigger 100,000 new dwellings in Melbourne: Urbis

Developer <a href="/developers/osk-property">OSK Property</a> has focused on creating a new apartment development where residents can do it all within their own new home.

BLVD in <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a>, the latest stage of the $3 billion Melbourne Square masterplan, focuses on providing an unrivalled collection of facilities that help residents in fitness, wellness, and social interactions to improve their well-being.

<a href="/new-apartments/blvd-at-melbourne-square-19-hoff-boulevard-southbank">BLVD</a> is among the first residential projects in Australia registered to pursue WELL Certification, a performance-based system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of the built environment that impact human health and well-being.

“It’s rare to create a building designed today, delivering tomorrow’s living standards," COX Architecture Director, Paul Curry, says about the 74-level BLVD.

"A blueprint for modern life, BLVD is for you and your community to live well and foster better connections than ever before."

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BLVD has a significant level of amenity both indoor and outdoor.

The Level 8 Podium Club offers residents views across Melbourne, a state-of-the-art gym, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, spa, and sauna.

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More entertainment and active spaces occupy two levels in BLVD, encompassing a cinema, karaoke room, and a golf simulator.

The podium level of BLVD features a zen garden with barbecue facilities, alfresco spaces, and shaded seating areas.

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The owners of the premium residences in BLVD have&nbsp;exclusive access to the Level 55 Skye Club that is home to another gym, cocktail lounge and private dining rooms, and the best views from any amenity space within the tower.

For work, the Co-Quarter Business Facilities offer co-working spaces, private pods, and meeting facilities with views of the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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Various interest groups thrive within the building, from dog walking to personal training groups, games, book clubs, and a calendar of curated community events.

Residents can also build a genuine connection with many established groups that will thrive within the building community, from dog walking to personal training groups, games and book clubs, to enjoying future curated community resident events.

Multiplex has been <a href="/news/vic/osk-property-and-multiplex-break-ground-at-blvd-melbourne-square">signed on as the construction partner</a> for BLVD at <a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Melbourne Square</a>. They've already broken ground, and are expecting to complete the tower in early 2027.

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BLVD in Southbank to pursue Australia's WELL Certification with string of apartment facilities

The property market in Melbourne continues to face downward pressure, now falling behind the likes of Adelaide and Perth for median dwelling value.

Melbourne unit values declined a modest -0.1 per cent over August, while houses dropped -0.2 per cent.

On the face of it, they aren't huge declines. The issue is the pace that other capital cities are growing at. Brisbane is closer to two per cent growth in units, and arguably doesn't have as much of a supply issue as Melbourne.

Questions are being asked as to whether <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne</a>&nbsp;now represents a great opportunity for buyers, because the market will turn at some point in the not too distant future, it's more a matter of when than if it will turn.

It's the first time since 2015 the Melbourne median dwelling value has slipped behind Perth, when the latter was just coming off the highs of an iron ore boom.

CoreLogic's 40-year median dwelling value series hasn't seen Adelaide with a higher median than Melbourne.

Values are skewed however slightly, given a third of Melbourne homes are units, compared to around 16 per cent homes in Perth and Adelaide.

CoreLogic Research Director, Eliza Owen, said there are a wide range of factors contributing to Melbourne's softer market conditions.

"The increased tax burden on investment property owners in Victoria, but it's not the only factor at play," Owen said.

"Supply is also a big factor for Victoria, where the state saw more dwelling completions over the past decade than any other state of territory."

<h2>What happened in Melbourne’s off the plan apartment market in August?</h2>

August was a quiet month in Melbourne's off the plan apartment market, with no new developments of note for buyers to enquire on.

Plenty of developers however are starting to line up their pipeline for the start of 2025.

One of the most exciting projects coming up is the $1.2 billion mixed-use precinct by Salvo for Melbourne's Pentridge Prison in Coburg.

The Melbourne developer is the latest to reveal plans for the southern portion of the former prison that ceased operations in 1997.

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The proposed development will include heritage preservation elements, such as Ned Kelly’s grave site and the bluestone F Division building, providing a mix of retail and public spaces while reflecting <a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg</a>’s character.

Pentridge Coburg is part of Salvo’s $3 billion development pipeline, which includes a $1 billion four-tower, mixed-use development at Fisherman’s Bend and Moray House, a $220 million multi-residential development in Southbank.&nbsp;

There were also noteworthy submissions in some of Melbourne's most popular inner-city suburbs.

Diversified developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/goldfields-group">Goldfields</a> is pushing forward with plans for a 12-level mixed-use project in Richmond that will see 125 apartments developed above ground-floor retail at 9-15 Brighton Street.

With <a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> overseeing design and <a href="/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a> handling landscaping, the project is set to bring another high-quality residential offering to <a href="/developments/richmond-vic-3121">Richmond</a>, a suburb known for its proximity to the CBD and iconic attractions like Chapel Street and the Melbourne Sports Precinct.

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Well-known construction firm <a href="/builders/cobild">Cobild</a> is also planning an inner-city development. Their plans are in Fitzroy where they're proposing a 10-level building at 159-167 Johnston Street.

Dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/johnston-napier-159-167-johnston-street-fitzroy">Johnston &amp; Napier</a>, the development will deliver 57 large-scale apartments, on average spanning over 130 sqm.

With a strong focus on sustainability, this project aims to accelerate Melbourne's transition towards becoming a self-sufficient city, a trend that continues to gain momentum across the city's new developments.

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There were several strong sales results in August.

Along the coast in Hampton, design-led developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/wickton">Wickton</a>&nbsp;sold out its six-apartment project, <a href="/new-apartments/58-beach-hampton-58-beach-road-hampton">58 Beach</a>.&nbsp;

Designed to cater to downsizers, the development, with unobstructed views of the beach and a prime location near Hampton Station, has been particularly appealing to those transitioning from larger family homes.

In Melbourne's south-east, <a href="/developers/damgar-group">Damgar Property Group</a>’s <a href="/new-apartments/rosella-murrumbeena-50-rosella-street-murrumbeena-vic-3163">Rosella</a> apartment project in <a href="/developments/murrumbeena-vic-3163">Murrumbeena</a> continues to perform well, with over half of the 70 apartments already sold.&nbsp;

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Situated across from Hughesdale Station and Village, the Rosella development provides a rare opportunity to buy new in this tightly held suburb, where only 100 new apartments were delivered between the 2016 and 2021 census.

For a limited time, Damgar is accepting five per cent deposits on a handful of the one and two-bedroom apartments on offer in the Cera Stribley-designed building.

August was a quiet month in Melbourne's off the plan apartment market, with no new developments of note for buyers to enquire on

City Beat September 2024: Melbourne property market hovering around the bottom

ASX-listed developer,&nbsp;Mirvac, has commenced the main tower construction at Trielle at Yarra’s Edge, its new apartment development in <a href="/developments/docklands-vic-3008">Docklands</a>.

The construction commencement, through Mirvac's inhouse building arm, follows the successful progression of early site works along the 130-metre stretch of riverfront promenade.

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The $350 million&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarras-edge-docklands-16-point-park-crescent-docklands">Trielle at Yarra’s Edge</a>&nbsp;is&nbsp;part of Mirvac's $1.2 billion master plan for the Docklands waterfront which kicked off over two decades ago. Now over 3,000 residents call it home.

Trielle, comprising around 191 apartments, is one of Mirvac's most amenity-laden developments they've ever produced.

The Oasis Wellness Club, a verdant urban rainforest with a trickling stream located seven stories above the Yarra's Edge promenade, has been designed&nbsp;in collaboration with spa expert Naomi Gregory.&nbsp; The Scandinavian-inspired wellness club features a&nbsp;biophilic gym, complete with state-of-the-art equipment, a yoga and pilates room, and a sauna, as well as hydrotherapy pools.

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There is a large lap pool in Trielle, as well as two spaces dedicated to working from home, The Biblioteca and The Mills Place Work From Home Pods.&nbsp;

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Located on the north-facing bank of the Yarra River, just two kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD, Yarra’s Edge features parks, playgrounds, a 1.3-kilometre riverfront promenade, retail and dining options, and a marina.&nbsp;

<a href="/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>&nbsp;is expecting to complete the 45-level Trielle by mid-2027.

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Mirvac is expecting to complete the 45-level Trielle by mid-2027

Mirvac begin build of Trielle apartment development in Docklands

Wickton&nbsp;has sold all six apartments in its low-rise Hampton apartment development, 58 Beach.

<a href="/new-apartments/58-beach-hampton-58-beach-road-hampton">58 Beach</a>, with unonbstructed views to the beach and only 450m from Hampton Station,&nbsp; quickly attracted attention in the market, particularly among downsizers looking to transition from larger family homes. Prices had ranged from $1.65 million to $2.15 million for the large three-bedroom apartments.

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Designed by <a href="/architects/ewert-leaf">Ewert Leaf Architects</a> with landscaping by <a href="/landscape-architect/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick</a>, the development was carefully crafted to blend the built environment with the natural coastal surroundings, just minutes from Hampton Beach.

The project’s design also emphasised spacious living areas that connect with outdoor spaces, offering wraparound garden courtyards for ground-floor apartments and expansive terraces with uninterrupted views of the bay for those above.

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The interiors featured a minimalist aesthetic with high-end finishes, including wide-plank engineered European oak flooring, natural stone plinths, and Swiss V-ZUG appliances.

<a href="/developers/wickton">Wickton</a>, led by property industry veteran Blanco Norton and architect Will Leaf, timed the release of 58 Beach Rd to align with favourable market conditions for downsizers, allowing buyers to secure a property at current prices with the potential for value growth by the project’s completion in December 2024.

The construction is being managed by 2 Moro Group.

The rapid sale of 58 Beach Rd reflects strong demand for premium, well-located properties in <a href="/developments/hampton-vic-3188">Hampton</a>, with its proximity to the beach and the thoughtful design elements that cater to the needs of downsizers.

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The rapid sale of 58 Beach Rd reflects strong demand for premium, well-located properties in Hampton, with its proximity to the beach and the thoughtful design elements that cater to the needs of downsizers

Wickton sell out boutique Hampton apartment development, 58 Beach

Melbourne developer <a href="/developers/damgar-group">Damgar Group</a> is offering a limited-time five per cent deposit offer on selected Rosella apartments in <a href="/developments/murrumbeena-vic-3163">Murrumbeena</a>.

The offer applies to the next five apartments purchased, or until September 30. Half of the apartments in the seven-level, Cera Stribley-designed building have already been snapped up.

Prospective buyers can get in with a deposit of $32,750 for the $655,000 one-bedroom apartments that offer 58 sqm of internal space, a 10 sqm balcony, and a parking space.

The five per cent deposit for the $799,000 two-beds would be just under $40,000.

First home buyers can also take advantage of additional stamp duty savings from the VIC Government.

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Construction of <a href="/new-apartments/rosella-murrumbeena-50-rosella-street-murrumbeena-vic-3163">Rosella</a> is tracking ahead of schedule. It has now&nbsp;reached the halfway mark, with the basement and first three floors completed and fit-out works soon to begin.

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<a href="/new-apartments/rosella-murrumbeena-50-rosella-street-murrumbeena-vic-3163">Rosella</a>&nbsp;is the only new apartment development in Murrumbeena.

Over half of the 70 apartments in the project have already been sold, reflecting strong demand in an area where new developments are rare.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley Architects</a>, the building's facade features a blend of rough-cast concrete, dark terrazzo, and warm copper accents to complement the nearby Hughesdale Station.

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The seven-level building will include commercial spaces at the ground level and a communal rooftop area for residents.

Rosella is expected to welcome residents in late 2025.

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The five per cent deposit would mean buyers can secure a one-bed apartment for just over $32,000, and a two-bed for under $40,000

Five percent deposit offer at Rosella Murrumbeena to help buyers enter the property market

Jeff Xu's Golden Age Group is tapping into the heightened demand for family size living in Glen Waverley, a trend that is only expected to grow given the increase in population forecasts in the booming Melbourne suburb.

By the end of 2041, the population of the suburb of Glen Waverley is expected to reach almost 56,891, up over 10,000 from its current population of 46,653.

Since the 1990s, with the sale of surplus government and utility land, and the ongoing conversion of unused school sites to residential zoning, many new development opportunities have arisen. These opportunities, as they are seized upon, are delivering significant opportunities for developers, local government, local businesses, investors – and the householders themselves who can finally settle in the suburb of their choice because of more affordable choices in family-size, low-maintenance housing options.

<a href="/developments/glen-waverley-vic-3150">Glen Waverley</a> is part of the City of Monash – an area characterised by its diversity in ethnicity and nationalities. A significant percentage of its homes are owned outright, mostly by long-term residents, many of whom continue to reside in those properties.

With the area’s current and ongoing economic success, and its desirability among highly educated professionals, Golden Age Group expects to see continued demand for housing stock at every level.

<a href="/developers/golden-age-group">Golden Age Group</a>&nbsp;saw a continuing shortage of new-build family-size accommodation that was low-maintenance but offered private gardens in a smaller, communal setting. &nbsp;It is this shortage that Golden Age Group is addressing with Floret – 77 three and four-bedroom townhomes, at 583 Ferntree Gully Road, Glen Waverley.

<a href="/buildings/floret-glen-waverley-583-ferntree-gully-road-glen-waverley">Floret</a> will appeal to growing families who need more room, but don't want more maintenance.

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Golden Age Chief Investment Officer, Bing Chen, says the reasons for choosing Glen Waverley are not so different from the reasons that drew migrant families to this part of Melbourne in the 1970s.

“Glen Waverley is very commuter-friendly – you can be in the CBD in just over half an hour by train. Floret is also handy to a major Melbourne arterial, the Monash Freeway,” Chen says.

While easy access to work locations is a major driver to wanting a home in Glen Waverley, access to quality education comes a close second.

“There are some 24 childcare and education institutions nearby, from daycare and kindergarten to fantastic local primary and secondary schools, and right through to one of this country’s top universities, Monash University."

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Floret is just a short drive from two of Melbourne’s most prestigious private schools – Caulfield Grammar (Wheelers Hill campus), and Wesley College (Glen Waverley campus). Brentwood Secondary College, which is also very well-regarded, is just up the road.

Chen says the&nbsp;third great aspect of living in Glen Waverley is having all the benefits of a suburban lifestyle – tranquillity, lots of space, lots of green spaces – but there are also great cafes and restaurants offering "every cuisine you could wish for.”

The Glen shopping centre,&nbsp;with David Jones, Myer and more than 200 shops and food outlets, is only a few minutes down the road.

“Glen Waverley really has it all," Chen suggests.

Golden Age Group continues to monitor population, economic and social trends right across the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, where property development must continue apace if Councils are to meet the ambitious housing targets in draft plans[4] announced recently by the Victorian Government.

These targets acknowledge the important role that Councils play in new residential construction by developing local planning policies and granting permit approvals.

“There are about 78,300 homes currently within the Monash City Council borders,” Chen adds.

“Because there is an expectation of continuing high growth in this part of Melbourne – fuelled by the advantages I’ve just talked about – Monash City Council has been given a target of adding 72,000 new homes to that housing stock by 2051.

“Our own business direction aligns with these local and state government planning strategies – as evidenced by other Golden Age Group projects such as Wembley Hill, which is in Box Hill South.”

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Under the current state policy 'Plan Melbourne', Box Hill is a designated Metropolitan Activity Centre and will be the focus of substantial development, growth and investment. Following a recent land purchase, Golden Age Group is now the biggest landholder in this state growth hotspot.&nbsp;

“The Government’s draft strategic plan sets a state-wide goal of delivering an additional 2.5 million homes by 2051 - two million of which are to be located in metropolitan Melbourne.

“We will be watching closely the progress of this plan as it is finalised and presented to the community,”

It is important to note that Golden Age Group’s development strategy doesn’t just align with the State’s in terms of adding to the number of residential dwellings in booming areas.

“With our consideration of green spaces, and the energy-saving and environmental benefits applied to our projects, we also share a commitment to providing housing that is liveable, sustainable, and enriching for residents and their broader communities.

“In these and other ways, Golden Age Group is helping to build a Victoria is which everyone can thrive.”

Golden Age Chief Investment Officer, Bing Chen, says the reasons for choosing Glen Waverley are not so different from the reasons that drew migrant families to this part of Melbourne in the 1970s

Golden Age Group cater for current and future demand for family-size living choices in Glen Waverley

Duke Apartments is bringing an apartment type rarely seen in the Collingwood market.

<a href="/buildings/duke-apartments-collingwood-93-wellington-street-collingwood">Duke Apartments</a>, located at 93 Wellington Street, offers just nine whole-floor apartments, providing floor plans that will suit the downsizer who wants to be centrally located near the action.

In the latest episode of Market Insights, Apartments.com.au CEO Mike Bird sits down with David Lamond, founder of <a href="/project-marketer/noorden">Noorden Real Estate</a>, to discuss&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/duke-apartments-collingwood-93-wellington-street-collingwood">Duke Apartments</a>.

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Lamond emphasises the appeal of the Duke's design, particularly for those who value privacy and lower operating costs.

Unlike many developments that feature extensive amenities like gyms and pools, Duke focuses solely on the apartments themselves, keeping body corporate fees manageable and suiting buyers who don't want a full suite of integrated amenity, or those who are treating the apartment as lock up and leave due to wanting to travel.

The Duke's design is a passion project for the architects at <a href="/architects/dp-toscano">DP Toscano</a>, who are also the developers.

Located just around the corner from their Collingwood office, Lamond says Duke is a project that is close to their hearts.

The apartments are designed to blend the raw, industrial feel of <a href="/developments/collingwood-vic-3066">Collingwood</a> with high-end luxury, featuring concrete ceilings, generous living spaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interiors with natural light.

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Each apartment offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a private lift that opens directly into the residence, emphasising the project's commitment to security and exclusivity.

Duke has already attracted significant interest, with four of the nine apartments sold. The buyers include both local downsizers and Australians living abroad who are looking for a Melbourne base.

Construction by Hamilton Marino is well underway, with completion expected by November, just in time for the new owners to move in before Christmas.

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Construction of Duke apartments is well underway, with completion expected by November, just in time for the new owners to move in before Christmas

Michael Bird

What a buyer needs to know about Collingwood's Duke Apartments: Five minutes with Noorden's Dave Lammond

Noetic Place is the latest luxury off the plan apartment development taking shape in the heart of Bayside.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>&nbsp;on the fringe of the centre of Hampton, Noetic Place will feature just 33 two, three, and four-bedroom apartments, some of the largest in the area.

The stepped facade and attention to detail create a sophisticated yet welcoming presence on the tree-lined service street.

Inside, the apartments are designed for modern living, with free-flowing spaces that open to generous balconies offering views of the city, national park, or bay.

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The communal amenities at <a href="/new-apartments/noetic-place-hampton-28-34-service-street-hampton">Noetic Place</a> are centred around lush landscaping by <a href="/landscape-architect/eckersley-garden-architecture">Eckersley Garden Architecture</a>. A pavilion with a kitchenette, dining space, and library will be nestled in the garden, offering a private retreat for residents.&nbsp;

We visited Noetic Place's display suite at 354 Hampton Street to offer a glimpse into what Noetic Place will bring to the vibrant <a href="/developments/hampton-vic-3188">Hampton</a> community.

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We visited Noetic Place's display suite at 354 Hampton Street to offer a glimpse into what Noetic Place will bring to the vibrant Hampton community.

Inside Hampton's newest apartment development, Noetic Place: Urban video display suite tour

Rosella, the only new apartment development in Melbourne's&nbsp;<a href="/developments/murrumbeena-vic-3163">Murrumbeena</a>, is gathering significant traction in both its sales and construction.

Over half of the 70 apartments have already sold in the Rosella Street project by <a href="/developers/damgar-group">Damgar Property Group</a> which is slated for completion in late 2025.

<a href="/new-apartments/rosella-murrumbeena-50-rosella-street-murrumbeena-vic-3163">Rosella</a>, designed by <a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> and ideally located across the road from Hughesdale Station and Hughesdale Village, presents a rare opportunity to buy brand new in the south-east Melbourne suburb.

Only 100 new apartments were delivered between the 2016 and 2021 census, primarily due to a scarcity of development sites.

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<a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>&nbsp;crafted Rosella's facade to feature a combination of rough-cast concrete, dark terrazzo, and warm copper accents.&nbsp;

The idea was to mirror the curves of the underpasses at Hughesdale Station, while also using different materials and tones to differentiate the ground-level podium, which will be home to several commercial tenancies, with the residential component above.

The curved facade informs the interiors of each apartment, with visually appealing curved interior walls, a feature more commonly found in higher-end apartment developments.

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The apartments have open plan kitchen, living and dining spaces that open to large terraces.

At seven levels, Rosella will be one of the tallest buildings in the area, so Cera Stribley has created a communal rooftop space with outdoor kitchen and alfresco dining that will offer views over the neighbouring suburbs and back to Melbourne.

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Rosella residents will be on the doorstep of Hughedale Village which has several cafes, a wine bar, The O.C Public Bar and Hellenic Depot across the road.

Within a three-minute drive is Chadstone Shopping Centre, the biggest shopping centre in Australia.

Builder Markscon is progressing well with construction. Buyers are expected to move in before Christmas 2025.

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