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-based lifestyle developer PB&amp;Co. has secured a new off the plan sales record for a three-bedroom apartment in Toorak at its Clendon Residences development on Clendon Road.

The apartment, in the boutique block of five at 79 Clendon Road, fetched&nbsp;$31,591 per square metre. &nbsp;

PB&amp;Co. launched the project earlier this year on the street which has&nbsp;high-profile neighbours including Allen Myer, Paul Little, and David Smorgan.&nbsp;

The recent sale for $6.95 million to a local from Hawthorn purchasing a second home broke the previous price per square metre record of $29,101 for a three-bedroom apartment, with the buyer keen for an opportunity to invest in a residence in a street where prime real estate almost never comes to market. &nbsp;

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Clendon Road is renowned as one of Toorak’s top four street addresses alongside Albany Road, Irving Road and St Georges Road, where a new house price record was recently set for Melbourne by Crypto casino co-founder Ed Craven, who paid $80 million for a dilapidated mansion in August last year.&nbsp;

With architecture by renowned New York-based Gregory Tuck, Clendon Residences has been crafted to respectfully contribute to the classic Georgian architecture that is prominent throughout the Clendon Road enclave, where some of the existing homes are said to be worth up to $100m. &nbsp;

Each residence is a testament to opulence and refinement – from hand-selected marble stone, oak timber floors, and the state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances to the lush Christian Jenkins-designed landscaping that envelops the development, the meticulous attention to detail at the Clendon Residences epitomises luxury living, offering a unique blend of opulence and contemporary design.&nbsp;

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PB&amp;Co. President Michael Pesochinsky said the recent off the plan sale further solidifies Clendon Road's status as a prime location for luxury real estate.&nbsp;

“Clendon Road is the pinnacle in luxury living, and our development at this coveted location provides astute buyers a unique and incredibly rare opportunity to reside amongst some of &nbsp;Australia’s wealthiest neighbours,"&nbsp;Pesochinsky says.

“Clendon Road is lined with multi-million-dollar mansions that nearly never come to market; Clendon Residences is an incredibly rare opportunity to acquire a Clendon Road address and the only apartment offering in this prestigious street. &nbsp;

“Its no surprise that buyers are seeing the value in our bespoke residences concept which strives to challenge the confines of traditional real estate and open the doors to a new way of living. &nbsp;

“Our homes offer residents unrivalled lifestyle experiences, underpinned by timeless aesthetics and international influences to create something truly extraordinary for &nbsp;Melbourne’s discerning elite.&nbsp;

“With our highly acclaimed design partners, we have created a new benchmark for luxurious living. The Clendon Residences offer the only apartment concept of its kind at such an exclusive address and so it’s no surprise there is keen appetite for the prospect to invest in &nbsp;the sought-after location with the bespoke residence concept being such a unique &nbsp;opportunity.”&nbsp;

The remaining Clendon Residences are priced from $6 million and are set to reach completion in early 2025. &nbsp;

PB&Co. President Michael Pesochinsky said the recent off the plan sale further solidifies Clendon Road's status as a prime location for luxury real estate

PB&Co secure price per square metre record for three-bed apartment on one of Toorak's best streets

<a href="/developers/time-place">Time &amp; Place</a> has broken the off the plan apartment record for Boroondara three times at its luxury <a href="/developments/camberwell-vic-3124">Camberwell apartment development</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-hill-camberwell-166-victoria-road-camberwell">Victoria Hill</a>.

The three penthouses sold for a combined $30 million. One of the penthouses was bought by&nbsp;Vin Sammartino, the director at business development at Hacer Group who are the appointed builders of <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-hill-camberwell-166-victoria-road-camberwell">the Victoria Road project</a>.

The&nbsp;Boroondara record had been around $6.5 million, secured in Kew for the penthouse atop Rondure House.

There are 25 apartments in <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-hill-camberwell-166-victoria-road-camberwell">Victoria Hill</a>, located on one of Camberwell's highest points at <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-hill-camberwell-166-victoria-road-camberwell">166 Victoria Road</a>. The project has been designed by&nbsp;Cera Stribley and has interiors curated by interior design studio Hecker Guthrie.

There are two and three-bedroom apartments on offer, starting from 130 sqm and priced just under $2 million.

The amenities at <a href="/new-apartments/victoria-hill-camberwell-166-victoria-road-camberwell">Victoria Hill</a> include a boardroom, gym, digital concierge, private lock up garages, bike storage, parcel delivery and dog wash facilities.

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Time &amp; Place Sales Director James Herbert believes the recent record sales of Victoria Hill underpin the unique nature of the offering, coupled with the suburb's reputation as one of Melbourne's most in demand pockets.

"Until now, however, there hasn't been a collection of residences offered to the market that con match the premium lifestyle experience that the downsizer market of this particular locale expects," Herbert says.

"We have worked hard with Victoria Hill to create residences that are uncompromising in their dedication to size, quality, and materiality, that capture the essence of Camberwell through the uninterrupted city and leafy-green views."

Herbert says&nbsp;Camberwell is arguably the most premier and coveted suburb within Boroondara.

"You only have to look to the exceptional private schools, stately mansions and 150-year-old tree-lined boulevards to see its appeal.&nbsp;

"Our buyers have expressed that they have been waiting patiently for the right opportunity to present itself that encapsulates their lifestyle needs; our purchasers have resonated with the grand proportions of the residences, the life-aligned amenity offerings and digital concierge, alongside the added security of the lockable garages and private lift-access entry."

When&nbsp;conceptualising Victoria Hill, Herbert says the team sought to address the gap in the luxury residential market for those Boroondara locals wanting to downsize and stay within the community they've spent so much of their lives shaping.

"The elevated nature of the site together with the falling topography to the west allows for unprecedented views of the city which has enabled us to offer a buliding comprising primarily of family sized high quality residences.

"The topping out of Victoria Hill, held last month, provides certainty in the project. With an extensive list of potential buyers attending, it's clear that there is increasing demand for developments of this calibre within the downsizer and right-sizer market. Now that we have reached this milestone, we can confirm August 2024 as the date that the first purchases can move in.

"It's for all of these reasons and more that we've been able to achieve these record prices, purely because the value of the offering is unparalleled."

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Time &amp; Place Founder and Director Tim Price, a longtime local in&nbsp;Boroondara, says he has witnessed first-hand the absence of developments that compare to the lifestyle that a traditional Camberwell family home affords.

"Residents in Baroondara are hesitant to leave the neighbourhood that holds so many memories for their family, but the reality is the large format homes and gardens become more time intensive to look after and maintain as they become empty nesters.

"Victoria Hill was crafted with these residents in mind, offering all the benefits of a significant family home, with large format terraces, breathtaking views, impeccable architectural and interior design quality and of course, privacy.

"Our aim is to create an address that will stand the test of time not only for Camberwell but across Melbourne's east and south east as a beacon of exceptional living."

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Cera Stribley Co-founder and Managing Principal Dom Cerantonio says the&nbsp;residences are designed with longevity in mind, inviting high-end personalisation of the classic architectural form to allow each dwelling to reflect the lives and legacy of its occupiers.&nbsp;

"We wanted to create a multi-residential typology that would give residents a living experience that feels more akin to a stand-alone dwelling than that of traditional apartments.

"The offering is truly unique, with contemporary designed spaces responsive to the target market. The resident amenities are thoughtfully curated to enhance the experience of home, while the luxurious apartments evoke a sense of connected tranquility, where residents can entertain or retreat at their leisure."

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Time & Place Sales Director James Herbert believes the recent record sales of Victoria Hill underpin the unique nature of the offering

Staff Writer

Time & Place breaks apartment records at Victoria Hill in Camberwell

Michael Skala's Willowstone Capital has secured planning approval for Article Windsor—a mixed-use development in a sought-after High St location in Melbourne's south east.&nbsp;

The project at 274-284 High Street in Windsor blends modern apartments and a Federation-style heritage building restoration.

A key highlight of Article Windsor is the strategic amalgamation of two adjoining development sites, a testament to Willowstone Capital's foresight and ability to identify unique opportunities.

The $16 million development is situated on a 408 sqm site that was last sold in April 2021 for $2.5 million.

Article Windsor comprises 36 apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms across a new six-storey building.

There will be 14 one-bedroom, 14 two-bedroom, and eight three-bedroom configurations. The plans also include a basement car park with 33 parking spaces designed by Warren and Mahoney.

Complementing this modern building is the restoration of the heritage building on site. This historic structure is slated to be adapted for various uses, including retail, food and beverage establishments, and commercial office spaces.&nbsp;

Situated five kilometres southeast of Melbourne's CBD, the development benefits from its proximity to the famous Chapel Street and the dynamic Windsor precinct. The rejuvenation of this area is poised to positively impact the local community, providing housing and contributing to the region's economic vitality.&nbsp;

Willowstone Capital's project has garnered support from IDA, who will serve as the principal capital partner.&nbsp;

Willowstone Capital's project has garnered support from IDA, who will serve as the principal capital partner. 

Willowstone Capital secure approval for new Windsor apartment development

Two of the four residential towers at Far East Consortium's $2 billion destination precinct, <a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place</a>, soar high above their Spencer Street location on the western side of the Melbourne CBD.

Melbourne's biggest inner-city development at 1.2-hectares, <a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place </a>encompasses 97,000 sqm of floor space, with 2,895 apartments, Melbourne's first Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Dorsett Hotel rooms, and a 500-seat ballroom, among several exclusive world-class amenities when all of the four towers are completed.

The first two towers, known as Tower 1 and Tower 2, house 1,376 apartments, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, a business centre, and a 550-seat grand ballroom.

The prestigious Ritz-Carlton hotel has private elevators, amenities, and a sky lobby on floor 79.

Meanwhile, Towers 3 and 4 comprise a further 1,519 apartments and a 308-room, 4-star Dorsett Hotel.

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Towers 1 and 2 are subdivided into three residences: the Garden, Central, and Sky Residences, each offering stunning views of Docklands and the Melbourne City skyline.

Garden and Central Residences enjoy access to three levels of residential amenities, while an additional level of amenity is exclusive to occupants of the Sky Residences.

The ground and the tower’s podium have lush garden plazas, shopping, an arcade, and a new central laneway with 30 food and beverage outlets place offerings right below the apartments.

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The <a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place precinct</a> has over 3,000 sqm of ground-floor retail and 475 sqm of dedicated parkland and garden spaces throughout the new central laneway connecting Lonsdale Street with Little Lonsdale Street.

On levels six, seven and 10, resident amenities include:

<ul>
	<li>A lounge with garden views</li>
	<li>A pool with a steam room and sauna</li>
	<li>A gymnasium with an open terrace; function, meeting, and reading rooms</li>
	<li>A library</li>
	<li>Two&nbsp;large open decks with seating and BBQ facilities</li>
	<li>A private cinema</li>
	<li>Karaoke and virtual golf facilities</li>
	<li>Private dining and lounge areas</li>
</ul>

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Level 11 provides additional residential amenities for Sky Residences and includes an exclusive pool with a steam room and sauna; a gym and wellness centre with yoga and Pilates equipment; a private dining and lounge areas with a chef’s room and a fireplace; a mahjong room; an executive club lounge with a library reading room; and exclusive cocktail and residents’ lounge.

<a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place</a> also boasts various sustainable features and has been awarded a 5-star Green Star Rating.

Some of the key environmentally conscious features included within the development are energy-efficient lighting, double glazing, and air-conditioning strategy, an embedded network allowing residents to purchase utilities at reduced rates from a single on-site retailer, water-efficient fixtures, fittings, and pool filtration, share car facilities, a shutdown switch next to every apartment entry door, rainwater storage tanks, and provision for electric vehicle (EV) charging.

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"The amenity on offer at <a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place</a> means investors can reasonably have considerably higher returns than they would in other CBD buildings." 
Nest Projects Director Nick Marinakis.
</blockquote>

First-home buyers have also looked to complete inner-city apartments to exit the rental market. West Side Place offers excellent value, and despite interest rates being higher than in the last few years, first-home buyers can still pay down a mortgage for less than what they're paying renting a similar apartment.

Designed by Cottee Parker Architects, West Side Place&nbsp;offers one, two, and three-bedroom apartments starting at $525,000.

Apartments are designed to maximise natural light and provide exceptional views over the city and Port Phillip Bay. Garden terraces and balconies also serve as an extension of internal living spaces.

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West Side Place is within the University-High School Zone and only a few minutes walk to Flagstaff Garden, Southern Cross Station, and the Free Tram Zone.

Sports enthusiasts will also be delighted to be just a stone's throw from Marvel Stadium, while world-class attractions such as the National Gallery of Victoria, The Lume, and Crown are easily reachable from West Side Place.

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"The amenity on offer at West Side Place means investors can reasonably have considerably higher returns than they would in other CBD buildings," Nest Projects Director Nick Marinakis says

From a home cinema to a karaoke room: The extensive facilities in the second stage of the $2 billion West Side Place

Sunkin Property Group is bringing one of the most facility-laden developments Bayside has ever seen at Highett Common, its recently launched masterplanned development in the heart of Highett.

Sprawling across a 9.3-hectare block, Highett Common will feature diverse, architecturally designed apartments and townhomes that will soon be home to more than 1000 residents—overlooking views across a new conservation reserve and parkland.

So far just Park House, the first apartment building in the masterplan, and a collection of townhouses, have been released to the market, to great success. Over 50 per cent of the one, two and three-bedroom apartments in Park House have been snapped up.

Making sure residents have significant amenity when they move into Park House in mid to late 2025, part of the first stage will incorporate numerous health and wellbeing facilties.

Carefully curated resident amenities offer a daily resort living experience on the southern end. Lounging, entertaining, fitness, and well-being spaces seamlessly blend in with the landscaped outdoors.&nbsp;

Wide glass doors open to sun-drenched decks around an outdoor pool. After work, residents can clear their minds on the treadmill while enjoying green views or find their zen with a yoga session.&nbsp;

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These amenities are located near the Southern Common's conservation park and trails.

Meanwhile, residents can host celebrations with family and friends in a private dining room and expansive indoor and outdoor lounge areas.&nbsp;

Residents can dip in the indoor lap pool or exercise the body and the mind in the fully-equipped gym and wellness area for meditation, yoga, and group fitness throughout the year.&nbsp;

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These amenities are across the Northern Common's park, playground, and BBQ area.

The development also incorporates dedicated spaces for work and study, workshops, and community meetings at the new public Highett Library.

Homeowners will have access to a platform enabling them to connect with neighbours via an innovative community app. This app allows residents to book amenities, receive project updates and alerts, join social clubs, sign up for fitness and wellness activities, and access local business services.

Designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke, the Highett Common precinct aims to become Victoria's first medium-density, Net Zero Carbon community and the most significant development outside Melbourne’s CBD to shift to all-electric.

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The precinct will feature biophilic-designed homes targeting high NATHERS ratings through various environmentally conscious initiatives, including solar panels for energy generation, smart car charging capability, recycled rainwater for irrigation, sustainably sourced timber and steel, and many more energy efficiency features.

The precinct also sets a precedent for being a walkable community to reduce emissions, encourage physical activity, and minimise the need for vehicle travel.

Highett Common has been carefully planned with connectivity at its core, with numerous destinations accessible by a stroll, jog, drive, or ultra-convenient access to public transport.

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The project will reserve four hectares of land for greenery, with three hectares for a conservation area and one hectare for public parkland.

The design of the open spaces has been inspired by the nature already on the site, says Tract senior principal landscape architect Mariano Lopez.

“Our design approach is to ensure that the landscape architectural treatment responds to the site conditions and context, that is respectful of the place and provides a meaningful site response.”

Highett Common is situated 20 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD. It is just a two-minute walk from Highett station, while the Highett Shopping Centre, with a Woolworths supermarket and specialty shops, is conveniently located next door.

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Highett Common: Bayside's most amenity-rich masterplanned community

The recently completed Stature Southbank by Melbourne developers Salvo Property Group has brought a distinguished new landmark in Melbourne’s coveted <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a>&nbsp;locale.

It's its fringe location which has proven one of the most attractive propositions for purchasers, who have ranged from first home buyers to rightsizers.

The 34-level complex is perfectly positioned between fashionable South Melbourne and the vibrant Crown Casino Entertainment Complex and CBD, putting residents at the heart of Southbank's lively restaurant, bar, and fashion precinct.

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Melbourne's CBD, rich in history, culture, and life, is just steps away from <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature</a>. Landmarks like Federation Square and Bourke Street Mall are within a ten-minute drive.

Salvo Property Group Executive Chairman says inner-city&nbsp;living means you are relatively confined by your surroundings, but <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a> is positioned on the fringe of the CBD.

"We are able to take advantage of the position so we can have uninterrupted views without fear of another building going there,” Salvo says.

This fringe positioning also brings proximity to quieter residential areas, gardens, and parks.

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Victoria's moniker as the Garden State is well-founded, with spectacular parks such as the Royal Botanic Gardens, Alexandra Gardens, and Albert Park Lake defining the inner city landscape.

<a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank's address</a> boasts an impressive walk score of 98 due to its proximity to the CBD, South Melbourne markets, transport links, and the Yarra River.&nbsp;

The Yarra River and its trails, weaving through <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a>, offer residents opportunities for picturesque morning runs and afternoon strolls.

Along the Yarra River, the <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a> Promenade is home to an extensive mix of premium boutiques from local and international designers and has become a destination for high-end shopping.&nbsp;

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In the CBD, Collins Street is also synonymous with luxury retail, featuring flagship stores from renowned brands like Louis Vuitton and Hermes.

Meanwhile, just a ten-minute walk south of <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a> is the iconic South Melbourne Markets, where residents can access locally sourced produce.&nbsp;

Just a short stroll from <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature</a> along the <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a> Promenade, residents can relish the flourishing arts and culture scene at the National Gallery of Victoria, The Arts Centre and other theatres and galleries.

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Melbourne's nightlife comes alive with intimate bars, luxurious nightclubs, and the Crown Entertainment complex, offering many venues for relaxation and enjoyment. Spencer Street hosts some of the best and closest bars, including The Boatbuilders Yard, Whitehart Bar, and Arbory Bar.

Residents can also indulge in the endless dining options in premier cafés and restaurants, with all the cosmopolitan tastes and cuisines of the city just moments away.

Along Clarendon Street are Pho a Gogo, Meatworksco, Chez Dree, St. Ali Coffee Roasters, Pietro e Paolo, and Kettle Black for a steaming cup of coffee, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

For young families, <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a> is within walking distance or a short ride to several educational institutions, from primary schools to universities.

Some surrounding schools within one kilometre are South Melbourne Primary School, Galilee Regional Catholic Primary School, Melbourne Grammar School, Victorian College Of The Arts Secondary School, Victoria University, and the University of Melbourne.

Designed by Squillace Architects, <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a> comprises 175 apartments on Clarendon Street, with many offering uninterrupted views across Port Phillip Bay. Height restrictions in neighbouring suburbs ensure Stature's panoramic views of Albert Park Lake, the bay, and Port Melbourne remain unobstructed.

Residents will also have exclusive access to resort-style facilities within <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a>, including a private rooftop garden and pool, a communal lounge, and a gymnasium.

Only a handful of three-bedroom apartments remain at <a href="/buildings/stature-southbank-119-clarendon-street-southbank">Stature Southbank</a>.

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Stature Southbank's address boasts an impressive walk score of 98 due to its proximity to the CBD, South Melbourne markets, transport links, and the Yarra River.

Stature's prime Clarendon Street location in Melbourne's Southbank 

Sydney is predicted to have the highest growth in luxury residential property prices of the Australian cities in 2024, according to Knight Frank research.

Knight Frank’s Global Prime Residential Forecast found the New South Wales’ capital sits in fifth place out of 25 cities globally for predicted prime property price growth next year, with 5% growth forecast.

Prime property is generally defined as the top 5% of property in each market. Melbourne came in at number eight for forecast growth in prime residential property prices over 2024, with an expected rise of&nbsp; 3%.

Globally, Knight Frank’s latest projections for prime prices in 2023 and 2024 were revised upwards by the global research network in its Global Prime Residential Forecast, foreseeing an average growth of 2.4% in 2023 and 2.5% in 2024.

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Both Sydney and Melbourne were in the list of 10 cities in Knight Frank’s Global Prime Residential Forecast that had seen an improvement in the luxury property price growth forecast for 2024. The 5% growth figure forecast for Sydney is a 2% increase on the original forecast for prime property price growth in 2024, made six months ago by Knight Frank, and is the second highest forecast price growth revision for next year behind Auckland.

Melbourne's forecasted price growth has jumped from 1% to 3%.

Both cities have also had better growth in luxury residential property prices than predicted over 2023, with price growth forecasts up to the end of this year also revised upwards.

Sydney’s forecast for luxury residential property growth for 2023 has been revised upward from 0% to 3%, while Melbourne’s forecast has been revised upwards from -1% to 1%, reflecting the better than expected performance of these two cities over 2023.

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Knight Frank Head of Residential Research in Australia Michelle Ciesielski said cautious optimism was emerging in the luxury residential property market globally, with prime buyers appearing confident that economic headwinds were easing.

“In Australia, buyer appetite is strengthening, while supply of prime properties is constrained,” Ciesielski said.

“The limited number of exceptional and most desirable prime residential property listings continues to create a price floor under many luxury Australian properties.

“This undersupply of luxury homes is one of the key factors set to shape the performance of the Australian prime residential market in 2024, with inflation and interest rates also set to play a big role.

“In saying that, in this upper echelon of the market, we are seeing an increasing number of cash buyers, with the proportion being 60% of all prime residential property sales in Sydney and 65% in Melbourne.

“Climate risk, geopolitical tensions and currency shifts are also expected to impact the Australian luxury property market.

“Amongst these risks there are opportunities, however, with property set to continue to appeal as a means to diversify and spread risk, being seen as a safe haven for capital.”

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Prime residential property has outperformed most other asset types over a 10-year period, with 55% growth, according to Knight Frank’s Prime Global Cities Index. It came in second behind oil, with growth of 110% over the same timeframe.

Knight Frank Head of Residential in Australia Erin van Tuil said in pockets of prime suburbs around Australia, record sale prices were being achieved, with some taking place before an advertising campaign takes place.

“Many of these properties are located on the waterfront, large estates and on the upper levels of apartment towers with panoramic views,” she said.

“The super-prime end of the market - especially A$20m-plus - is doing exceptionally well, with no shortage of buyers and limited homes.

“Most buyers are local Australian buyers, with a notable absence of foreign buyers committing to sales, despite enquiries.

“Relative to other Australian cities, Melbourne has counted more prime luxury product built over the past couple of years, which has made prime prices lag the stronger performance in other Australian cities.

“Melbourne is also still recovering from an extended lockdown in the pandemic, with city seeing many residents move interstate to Queensland and the slower return of international investors which the city relies heavily on.”

Knight Frank research shows in Sydney 5% of prime property buyers are foreign buyers, while in Melbourne it’s 10%.

Both Sydney and Melbourne were in the list of 10 cities in Knight Frank’s Global Prime Residential Forecast that had seen an improvement in the luxury property price growth forecast for 2024

Sydney and Melbourne in world top 10 for luxury property market growth in 2024: Knight Frank

Joint venture partners GURNER™ and Qualitas has announced a partnership with OSK Property to deliver a build to rent residential tower within OSK's booming $2.8 billion Melbourne Square precinct in Melbourne's Southbank.

The OSK Group is a publicly listed developer in Malaysia with over five decades of experience. They will retain an ownership stake in the BTR asset alongside GURNER™ and Qualitas' joint venture group GQ who will develop, manage and operate the BTR tower.

The new BTR tower will be designed by Cox Architecture and will further enhance the mixed-use offering at the Melbourne Square precinct, delivering around 500 residences and extensive communal amenities.

The tower will be another new addition to Melbourne Square, a precinct focused on&nbsp;world-class resident facilities, health and wellness amenities, and a range of apartment options that have so far appealed to a diverse mix of residents.

OSK has completed the first two towers in Melbourne Square, and earlier this year launched BLVD, arguably the most impressive tower to date.

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The $2.8 billion Melbourne Square precinct encompasses five towers, a 3,745 sqm public park, full- line Woolworths, childcare and a number of retailers.

In keeping with GQ’s industry leading commitment to sustainability, the tower will feature environmentally sustainable design including 5-Star Green Star certification, an inset energy network and a net-zero energy emissions outcome. With low cost, 100 percent renewable energy available, and an all-electric building, the development is set to be carbon neutral in operation.

Partnering with GQ to develop, manage and operate the BTR tower means OSK Property can convert one of the Melbourne Square towers into a retained asset within its portfolio, an appealing proposition that will see the developer diversify asset classes within a single project.

GQ and OSK Property have strong confidence in the Southbank market. GQ has a separate BTR project under construction on City Road in Southbank, while OSK Property recently completed two transactions, acquiring neighbouring properties totalling 7,800 sqm at 87-117 Queensbridge Street and 190 City Road for a future mixed-use development.

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The GQ BTR platform launched in 2021 with three initial seed sites: in Melbourne, the $300 million Beach House in Melbourne’s St Kilda – which is nearing completion ahead of the first residences hitting the market in early 2024 and a $350 million tower at City Road in Southbank, and in Sydney the 61-storey, $450 million project in Hassall Street, Parramatta.

Construction for the Melbourne Square site is due to commence in Q1 2025.

Gurner Group Chief Development Officer Robert Clarke said the team have been watching Melbourne Square for a number of years.

"We are looking forward to contributing first-class rental accommodation to the precinct," Clarke said.

“This joint venture makes a lot of sense for us as it’s a shovel-ready precinct that will deliver much needed rental supply to the market in an area that’s growing and supporting a large population.

“With the current demand for rental stock still at historical highs, we are actively looking at many different ways to add to our portfolio whether that be partnerships, joint ventures or traditional acquisitions."

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OSK Property Australia CEO Chong Boon Woon said the joint venture with GQ represents the next evolution of their Australia pipeline.

“Our development philosophy is very much focused on strategic, risk-adjusted decision-making and a quality over quantity approach to individual projects and acquisitions.

“This joint venture with GQ represents the next evolution of our Australian pipeline, allowing us to go where the market is, recognising the under-supply of the rental accommodation in Melbourne, while enhancing the offering at Melbourne Square and maximising the position of our existing portfolio.

“OSK Property has a strong reputation as a high-quality developer in Malaysia, and given the success and proven track record of delivery at Melbourne Square we would like to think the Australian market can see that we are trustworthy and that we do what we say we will.

“We were motivated to seek a joint venture partner after recognising the under-supply of rental accommodation throughout Melbourne – we are looking forward to contributing to high-quality rental options in the city, while providing another architectural landmark building in an amenity-rich precinct."

The tower will be another new addition to Melbourne Square, a precinct focused on world-class resident facilities, health and wellness amenities, and a range of apartment options that have so far appealed to a diverse mix of residents

Gurner announces build to rent tower in OSK's Melbourne Square, Southbank masterplan

High-end Sydney property developer <a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a> has officially launched its Victorian arm, commencing work with two projects in <a href="/developments/prahran-vic-3181">Prahran East</a> and <a href="/developments/malvern-east-vic-3145">Malvern East</a>.

The expansion into Victoria aligns Abadeen's national growth strategy, having successfully delivered 80-plus projects over the past 28 years totalling over $3 billion of premium commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments, predominantly in Sydney's Lower North Shore.

Andrew Leoncelli, the former CBRE Residential Projects Director in <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne</a> and development manager for Hamton Property Group, will be heading up <a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a> Victoria as their managing director. He's worked alongside Abadeen founder and chief executive Justin Brown for the last 15 years.

"<a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a> is renowned for crafting beautiful, lasting and aesthetically pleasing spaces that seamlessly blend with their surroundings and communities," Brown says.

"As we establish new standards for quality and collaboration in the Sydney market, our goal is to replicate this success in Victoria."

Brown says Leoncelli's&nbsp;wealth of local relationships perfectly aligns with their consumer-centric approach to development and placemaking, while Leoncelli says he holds a true&nbsp;appreciation for Brown's approach to bespoke development.

"I’ve worked in the property sector for over 20 years and have an appreciation and understanding of all aspects of the process-from identifying a site to bringing a project to life.

”Abadeen is backed by the strength of its people, partnerships, and an in-depth understanding of the Australian property market, and I look forward to elevating the business's success and creating more opportunities in Victoria.”

Abadeen Victoria recently unveiled its first luxury project,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a> in <a href="/developments/malvern-east-vic-3145">Malvern East</a>, just seven parkside apartments designed by Ewert Leaf.

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They've also secured a site for their second project, 646 High Street in <a href="/developments/prahran-vic-3181">Prahran East</a>, where they're planning a 24 two and three-bedroom apartment development designed by Carr Design.

The four-level building, with city and bay views, is located in close&nbsp;proximity to Armadale, Hawksburn, and Toorak Villages.

Leoncelli says the timing of the launch of both the <a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a> and 646 High Street projects aligns with Abadeen’s vision and strategy for Victoria, as the group seeks to capitalise on the current resurgence of interest in luxury off-the-plan residences, particularly among downsizers and right-sizers in the market.

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“There is an ever-growing appetite from local wealthy downsizers, wanting bespoke high-end apartment living," Leoncelli says.

"They have lived their entire adult life in the family home which they don’t need anymore. They want to upgrade their lifestyles whilst downsizing their maintenance and they want the very best of everything-all in walking distance to their favourite parks, restaurants, cafes and shops.

“The two sites we have bought demonstrate the very best of these ideals and the design teams we are working with, and the builders understand this market like very few can.”

Maléa celebrated its official launch to market on 18 November, with Stephen Bowtell, director of project sales for Jellis Craig in Stonnington, <a href="/developments/richmond-vic-3121">Richmond</a> &amp; Surrounds, leading the sales campaign.

Permits have been secured for both projects, with <a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a> due to start construction at the end of March 2024. 646 High Street is due to be lodged for town planning applications in Q1 2024

Abadeen Victoria recently unveiled its first luxury project, Maléa in Malvern East, just seven parkside apartments designed by Ewert Leaf

Abadeen officially announce expansion into Victoria with two luxury projects

True parkside apartment projects don't come around too often. And when they do, they tend to be high density, given the cost of the land is considerably premium.

Not&nbsp;Maléa, the newest apartment development in Malvern East by the newly formed Abadeen Victoria.

Abadeen Victoria, the Victoria office of the longtime Sydney luxury apartment developer Abadeen which is being run by Melbourne local development identity Andrew Leoncelli, has launched just seven parkside apartments on Central Park.

“Abadeen Victoria chose Maléa because of its incredible location opposite Central Park in the beating heart of Malvern East," Leoncelli says.

"We are committed to delivering a project of exceptional quality in this dynamic and thriving community across from one of the great heritage parks moments from all the very best that Melbourne has to offer."

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Located at 94 Burke Road, residents will be just a short walk away from the vibrant Malvern East village, where they will find everything they need, from corner stores and newsagents to exceptional cafes and some of the state's finest Italian restaurants—Grazia Restaurant and Via Fratelli.

For a broader shopping experience, residents can quickly drive to the bustling Glenferrie Road shopping strip or explore the stylish retail offerings on High Street Armadale. Chadstone is also easily accessible via Dandenong Road.

Offering a sanctuary from the bustling city, the park provides a serene environment at Maléa's doorstep.

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Residents can kick start their day with coffee from Cannoli and Co., preparing them for a morning stroll along Central Park's walking track or a stroll through the tree-lined streets of Malvern East.

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There's also the Hedgeley Dene Gardens, one of the most popular parks in Malvern East which showcases an informal,&nbsp;picturesque English garden.

As lunchtime approaches, the vibrant local gem, Grazia, awaits residents for an authentic Italian dining experience.

In the evening, residents can conveniently walk to Riserva Wine, just six minutes away, for post-dinner drinks, providing the perfect nightcap.

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"It's an amazing community hub at your doorstep, and being opposite Central Park Road, one of the best in all of the Gascoigne Estate presents one of the last opportunities to secure a park-fronted luxury residence. We are very excited to bring this to the market," Leoncelli said.

Young families will also appreciate Maléa's proximity to public and exclusive private schools. Notable schools within one kilometre include St Mary's School, Lloyd Street Primary School, Sacre Coeur, Oakwood School, and Monash University.

Designed by Ewert Leaf, Maléa comprises only seven park-fronted three-bedroom apartments and a penthouse, with prices starting at $2.6 million. The project is expected to be completed by mid-2025.

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“Abadeen Victoria chose Maléa because of its incredible location opposite Central Park in the beating heart of Malvern East," Leoncelli says

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