Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/red-co">Red &amp; Co</a> has made a striking debut on the Gold Coast, officially unveiling its $250 million COMO development in Varsity Lakes, a lifestyle-driven residential project anchored by an extensive rooftop wellness and activity precinct.

Having recently launched to market, construction has already been fast-tracked by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/5point-projects">5Point Projects</a>, ensuring momentum continues on what is set to become a landmark residential address for the growing Varsity Lakes community.

Located at 22 Lake Street, Varsity Lakes, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/como-varsity-lakes-22-lake-street-varsity-lakes-qld-4227">COMO</a> will comprise 156 apartments across 16 levels, comprising one-, two- and three-bedroom residences designed for modern living. However, it is the project’s rooftop amenity offering that sets COMO apart.

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Designed as a dedicated wellness and recreation hub, the rooftop will feature a 25-metre lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, and multiple pickleball and paddleball courts - amenities rarely seen in boutique apartment projects.

Residents will also have access to a sauna and plunge baths, while landscaped gardens and relaxation zones will provide tranquil spaces overlooking sweeping panoramic views across the Gold Coast skyline.

The rooftop precinct has been designed to function as the social and wellness heart of the development, encouraging residents to embrace an active, balanced lifestyle within their own building.

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Red &amp; Co director David Laverty said the amenity offering was central to the project’s design from the outset.

“Amenities were at the forefront of our decisions,” Laverty said.

“Buyers today are looking for more than just an apartment - they want a lifestyle that promotes health, connection and balance.

“The rooftop at COMO has been designed to be the epicentre of that lifestyle, with a suite of wellness and recreation facilities that are quite unique for a boutique development of this scale.”

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, the residences prioritise liveability, featuring spacious layouts, 2.7-metre ceilings and high-quality finishes throughout.

The development sits beside Bond University, placing residents within walking distance of education, retail and dining options within the vibrant Varsity Lakes precinct, including Robina Town Centre, Varsity Lakes Train Station and a range of leading schools.

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Laverty said the location was a key driver behind Red &amp; Co’s decision to bring the project to the Gold Coast.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/varsity-lakes-qld-4227">Varsity Lakes</a> was a clear choice for us to invest in as it’s a lifestyle hub that seamlessly blends lakeside living with urbanity,” he said.&nbsp;

“Como will capitalize on this great location, delivering a project that not only creates premium homes, but a lifestyle defined by community, wellbeing, and connectivity.”

Red &amp; Co has delivered more than 500 apartments and townhouses across 26 projects in Brisbane in recent years, with COMO marking the company’s first major Gold Coast development.

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Red & Co unveils amenity-rich Como development in Varsity Lakes

Gold Coast developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/big-projects">Big Projects</a> has secured approval for its second Mermaid Beach project.

The developer, currently selling <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-frederick-mermaid-beach-2265-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Frederick in Nobby Beach</a>, has secured approval for its next project just 1.5 kilomnetres up the road.

The new development, dubbed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/glenelg-residences-2462-2472-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Glenelg Residences</a>, has been designed by BDA Architecture and&nbsp;will have just under 100 apartments across an 11-storey building&nbsp;at 2462–2472 Gold Coast Highway, on the corner of Glenelg Avenue just under 300m from the future Mermaid Beach Light Rail stop.

The apartments, a mix of two- and three-bedrooms, will sit above a retail-focused ground plane and under extensive rooftop resident amenities.

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BDA said in its planning submission that the project is intended to support the area’s transition toward higher-density, mixed-use living. “This project offers the opportunity to generate appropriate higher-intensity development within the future Light Rail corridor of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a>,” the submission noted.

At ground level, Glenelg Residences will include eight retail tenancies designed to activate the street frontage, complemented by a basement bar offering an additional hospitality element. Above, residents will have access to a rooftop amenity deck featuring an infinity pool, hot and cold plunge spas, day beds, and barbecue facilities.

The architectural approach adopts a restrained material palette of brick, textured concrete, and integrated landscaping, with cantilevered concrete frames and cascading planting intended to soften the built form. BDA described the design as aiming to create “a memorable sculptural mid-rise mixed-use building” that responds to both its coastal setting and urban context.

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The approval comes as the City of Gold Coast continues to plan for significant population growth, with regional targets requiring more than 100,000 new high-density dwellings by 2046.

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Big Projects, led by Matthew and John Barrett, is part of a growing cohort of developers that deliver construction in-house, providing a high level of confidence to prospective purchasers.
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Big Projects secures approval for Glenelg Residences in Mermaid Beach

Sherpa Group is ramping up its investment in the southern Gold Coast by lodging a development application for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-viver-87-griffith-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Flourish Viveré</a>, a new $350 million project in Coolangatta.

The move comes after the group’s $27 million acquisition of the 2,029 sqm site on the corner of Griffith and Warner Street, last year.

They will develop 194 apartments across a 26-storey tower, which will become Sherpa’s largest project to date.

Viveré will be the next chapter in the Flourish story, following closely behind Amargo, Oasis, and the Avenues in Palm Beach, as well as Symphony in Brisbane, all designed to deliver affordable housing in lifestyle-rich locations, giving locals a real chance to secure a residence close to the beachfront.

The HAL Architect-designed project will offer a diverse range of residences, from one-, two, and three- bedroom apartments to the premium Canopy range to luxury penthouses.

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“The Gold Coast is undergoing a period of immense growth, with more people drawn to the incredible 
lifestyle that’s available, leading to strong growth in property prices,” said Christie Leet, founder of Sherpa 
Group.

“Our goal at Sherpa is to ensure locals are not priced out of the market in prime locations, which is why we 
created the Flourish collection.

“Flourish Vivere will form the next chapter in our portfolio, and we are so excited to be lodging the DA, marking our first project in Coolangatta.”

A signature of the Flourish developments is the communal rooftop. Flourish Vivere will showcase a private resident’s lounge, outdoor dining with barbecues and pizza ovens, heated pool, fully-equipped gym, and a wellness centre with sauna and steam room.

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The project is strategically located to offer a walkable lifestyle, with the Strand shopping centre, cafes, restaurants, shops and the beach, all just a short stroll away.

“We have meticulously planned Vivere to build on the Flourish legacy, creating a truly special project,”&nbsp;Leet added.

“Wellness, lifestyle and community are at the forefront of every decision we make, and that has not 
changed for Vivere.”

With the DA now lodged with the Gold Coast City Council, Sherpa has moved quickly to secure LPS Group as the builder, offering buyers a level of certainty that is rarely seen in today’s market.

Sherpa has delivered 16 residential projects over the past seven years with a pipeline of $1 billion, with more under construction.

Sherpa takes Flourish brand to Coolangatta, lays plans for Flourish Vivere 

S&amp;S Projects is boosting its investment at Rainbow Bay to more than $1 billion after the prolific Gold Coast developer acquired a new site for $20.25 million and immediately laid plans for a new luxury apartment project in the sought-after precinct.

The site, which is the company’s fifth acquisition at Rainbow Bay in the past four years, will be home to the company’s largest project to date after delivering 3 sold-out projects and construction progresses on Radia worth a combined $215m. 
S&amp;S Projects is currently finalising plans for its latest strategic acquisition, a 1,518 sqm site located 209-213 Boundary Street in Coolangatta, with a development application expected to be lodged within weeks.

The luxury residential development will build on the company’s highly successful projects at Rainbow Bay, comprising Flow, Awaken, Esprit and Radia, with Radia currently under construction by Hutchinson Builders.

“We have been unflinching in our commitment to Rainbow Bay and the transformation we have helped drive in this incredible part of the Gold Coast, which is among the city’s most desirable residential locations,” said S&amp;S Projects founder and director Paul Gedoun.

“Our fifth project will reflect the best of what we have done so far to create a lifestyle precinct that is second to none.”

The latest development, which has yet to be named, is proposed to accommodate 88 luxury apartments in a design that will immerse residents in a unique wellness lifestyle that expands on the legacy of S&amp;S Project’s earlier developments at Rainbow Bay.

The development will feature an expansive rooftop garden and wellness centre with a resort- style pool, among a host of lifestyle amenities planned for residents.

“Rainbow Bay, with its beautiful, protected beach and alongside one of the world’s best surf breaks at Snapper Rocks, is the natural wellness heartland of the Gold Coast,” said Gedoun.

“We are taking every advantage to create a truly unique rooftop wellness experience with a natural feel for residents, offering stone features throughout and an underlying theme that emulates a botanical garden.”

The latest acquisition comes as S&amp;S Projects is at the completion of Esprit and construction continues on Radia, which are part of their significant portfolio undertaken by the company at Rainbow Bay since 2022.

The $215 million Radia, which comprises 38 apartments, is currently the flagship development by S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay which is expected to be completed in 2027.

Jayde Pezet, of Pezet Matheson, which has managed sales and marketing for S&amp;S Projects across their Gold Coast portfolio, emphasised the developer’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.

“S&amp;S Projects continue to elevate the benchmark of luxury with each development," Pezet said.

“We have worked with S&amp;amp;S on their 4 other projects in Rainbow Bay and their approach reflects a team that is constantly learning, refining, and pushing the standard higher.

“Their hyper-local knowledge and deep expertise within the luxury property sector are what truly set them apart, allowing them to deliver projects that feel both globally sophisticated and authentically connected to their coastal environment”

S&amp;S Projects plans to officially launch its latest project at Rainbow Bay in the second half of this year.

“As we embark on our largest project yet, we have pulled out all stops to create another landmark development that truly reflects the relaxed southern Gold Coast lifestyle,” Gedoun added.

S&S buys $20m Rainbow Bay site for fifth beachside apartment project

Japandi, an emerging design trend that combines Scandinavian functionality with Japanese rustic minimalism, remains relatively untested in Australia’s residential development market.

As developers look to differentiate their projects and offer something distinct to buyers, Brisbane-based developer Lantona has embraced the hybrid style for its recently launched Toowong apartment project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/koya-residences-6-josling-street-toowong-qld-4066">Koya Residences</a>, with early response to the design proving positive.

Lantona entrusted Red Door Architecture and interiors practice Luma Design Co with delivering the Japandi brief. The approach blends Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian functionality, emphasising warm, restrained interiors, natural materials and clean lines. Drawing on the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi (beauty in imperfection) and the Scandinavian principle of hygge (comfort and cosiness), it creates serene, uncluttered and sustainable living environments.

These design principles are expressed throughout the Josling Street development, both in its exterior form and across the 40 one-, two- and three-bedroom residences within.

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Koya reflects a deliberately scaled approach, with the five-storey form designed to align with the surrounding residential streetscape rather than dominate it.

“Koya is conceived as a building that sits comfortably within its surroundings. Every decision, from material selection to spatial planning, has been guided by long-term liveability and enduring relevance,” the developer said.

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Positioned within an established inner-west neighbourhood, the development sits near riverfront parklands and the Bicentennial Bikeway, while remaining within walking distance of Toowong Village and multiple public transport options connecting to the CBD, St Lucia and West End.

Lantona said the location was central to the project’s conception, pointing to Toowong’s balance of green space, transport access and proximity to major education institutions.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> combines river access, walkability, immediate CBD connection and a strong educational presence. That balance made it the obvious setting for Koya.”

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Communal amenity is concentrated on the rooftop, where a shared retreat will include a pool, dining areas and outdoor spaces oriented towards neighbourhood and city views. The design allows for both private use and small gatherings, extending the living environment beyond individual apartments.

Koya enters the market at a time when smaller-scale developments are becoming less common in established suburbs, with many recent projects in the suburb shooting for the sky.

In a nod of confidence,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/brisbane-builders">Brisbane Builders</a>&nbsp;has already commenced construction on the building, which is slated for completion in early 2027. Keenan &amp; Byrne is marketing Koya.

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Japandi-inspired Koya Residences launch in Toowong

Rosebery

As one of Sydney's first planned suburbs, Rosebery was created to accommodate expansive industrial workplaces in 1911.

Despite the&nbsp;once working-class suburb experiencing a transformation of its industrial warehouses into food and beverage hubs which has drawn peoples attention to Rosebery, there's been little activity in the new and off the plan apartment space, with land for a new development difficult to procure.

Rosebery ticks a lot of boxes for buyers. Its proximity to the city, just six kilometres and several transport routes to accomodate that, is one of the major drawcards, as is the distance to the University of New South Wales, just the other side of Moore Park.

One of the most recent entrants to the new and off the plan apartment space in Rosebery is The Rothschild by renowned developer Deicorp.&nbsp;

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The Candelapas-designed apartment development is ideally located at 24 Rothschild Avenue, just six kilometres from Sydney’s city centre and within walking distance of the best Rosebery offers.&nbsp;

The Rothschild's design reflects the industrial heritage of Rosebery, but with European influences.&nbsp;The Rothschild is made with bricks, with the facade curtained by circular columns, arches, and cascading greenery.

Two eight-level buildings will home 176 apartments, multiple outdoor areas, a communal music room and a ground-level retail space.

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Residents can access the private landscaped rooftop gardens and the communal courtyard to relax, interact and play while enjoying quick access to the nearby Sweetacres Park.

With all the amenity options within The Rothschild, residents can enjoy the ground-level restaurant and café beneath the residential apartments. The East Village Shopping, Woolworths Metro Rosebery and Wholefoods House are all within walking distance of home for retail conveniences.

The Rothschild is just 550 metres from The Cannery, which really lit a spark under the suburb as a place to visit.

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Housed in a revived warehouse space, The Cannery brings together food, drinks and designer homewares, with vendors such as Three Blue Ducks, Koskela and Archie Rose Distilling Co featured in the building, while popular favourites like Messina, Pizza Da Mario and Grandma’s have also made a home for themselves in the burgeoning suburb.&nbsp;

The Rothschild is located just across the road from Sweetacres Park, a green outlook rarely found in an inner-city suburb.

Construction on The Rothschild is well underway, with completion slated for early 2025.

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One of the most recent entrants to the new and off the plan apartment space in Rosebery is The Rothschild by renowned developer Deicorp

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How Rosebery turned from industrial warehouses to thriving foodie hub

Polo Collection, delivered by Meriton, is the third release within a brand new four-stage masterplanned community designed by an award-winning quartet of leading architectural firms.

The luxury resort-style development sits in Rosebery&rsquo;s vibrant heart, boasting a collection of unique low-rise towers tailored to display its considered architecture and interior design.

Each stage of &lsquo;The Gallery&rsquo; was individually designed by either SJB, Tribe Studio, DKO and Fox Johnston.

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Designed by SJB, Polo Collection comprises 270 luxury apartments across four buildings, set amongst tree-lined boulevards, and neighbouring the newly-created 5,683sqm Rosebery Park.

&ldquo;Polo Collection will feature contemporary landscape and architectural design elements which celebrate Rosebery&rsquo;s industrial history while enhancing the recreational needs of residents&rdquo;, said SJB Architects&rsquo; Nick Hatzi.

The buildings incorporate various materials including bricks, tiles, timber and steel mesh which pay homage to the industrial past of the suburb and interacts with the surrounds.

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One, two and three-bedroom apartments boast an innovative design, with large format tiles flowing throughout the open-plan living and dining areas, leading to a generous balcony, terrace or courtyard.

Bathrooms and ensuites feature clean, uncluttered lines, while neutral colour palettes deliver luxurious and inviting spa-like quality.

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Many apartments feature a study room with bedroom-sized proportions, complete with a window and air conditioning.

Other design features include limestone-look tiles for low maintenance style, spacious gourmet kitchens and an internal laundry with dryer and cabinetry.

Floor-to-ceiling glass windows maximise sunlight, accentuate the generous designs and add character to the fa&ccedil;ade, which also feature ribbons of herringbone tile that hint to wrapped candy boxes.

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Meriton&rsquo;s vibrant residential, retail and leisure hub combines some of the most luxurious and largest residences in the area with convenient shopping amenities including a Woolworths.

Other amenities include an onsite retail precinct, comprehensive security network, onsite childcare centre for over 80 children and a dedicated building manager&rsquo;s office.

Families will enjoy the finest recreational and parkland facilities including picnic lawns, play equipment, a barbeque pavilion and alfresco dining area.

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The luxury resort-style development sits in Rosebery’s vibrant heart, boasting a collection of unique low-rise towers tailored to display its considered architecture and interior design

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Design brief: Meriton’s Polo Collection brings a modern and distinctive style to Rosebery 

The Laneways is the newest address in Rosebery, on the fringe of the Sydney CBD.

Ellerson Property Group are developing the&nbsp;118 apartment project across four buildings&nbsp;designed by Arc Architects.

The Laneways draws its name from a leafy pedestrian pathway connecting Mentmore Avenue to Dunning Avenue.

Urban sat down with Ellerson Property Group directors Fayad and Remon Fayad to discuss The Laneways.

JR: Why did you choose Rosebery as your first inner Sydney project?

Rosebery is one of the secret gems of Sydney&rsquo;s inner city.&nbsp;It is strategically located between the beach and the CBD, has strong infrastructure centring around Green Square and a thriving caf&eacute; dining scene.&nbsp; The opening of Gunyama Aquatic Centre is also a major leisure drawcard for health and leisure activities.

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JR: How did you initially scope out the project?

The Laneways site was part of the former 12-hectare Sweetacre confectionary factory which gave the world such iconic lollies as Red Frogs, Jaffas and Minties.&nbsp; The opportunity to breathe new life into the site, to build a micro-community in Rosebery was too good to pass up.&nbsp; We reviewed the scale of surrounding residences and set about creating four buildings that would blend elegantly into the streetscape.

JR: What do you think buyers would love about Rosebery?

There is an inviting urban vibe to Rosebery that people find appealing.&nbsp; The suburb has its own dining precinct with Blackstar Pastry and The Cannery serving up some of the best cuisine and coffee in Sydney.&nbsp; It is also home to numerous fashion and design outlets which gives the area a creative design-driven look and feel. &nbsp;

The blending of old industrial architecture with pared back modern luxury sits really well.&nbsp; A strong design aesthetic can also be seen in the Green Square public library which entices readers of all ages. &nbsp;

Pets are very much part of the family in Rosebery, so there are pet boutiques, grooming salons and dog-friendly cafes popping up near the large dog park across the road from The Laneways.

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JR: What was the architectural brief?

To create a boutique development with great bones, that connected Mentmore Avenue and Dunning Avenue to promote walkability for residents and the wider community.&nbsp; Also maximising the use of the rooftop terraces.

We also introduced a tech element into the design with the inclusion of Wi-Fi device chargers integrated into the kitchen benches and the inclusion of electric car charging bays in the basement.

JR: What are you most looking forward to seeing when the project is finished?

There is always a sense of achievement when the team finishes a building.&nbsp;You have taken an idea and brought it into reality.&nbsp; The team feels a strong affinity for The Laneways; part of the community.

Something unique to The Laneways that we are particularly proud of, is our public art project Song of Frogs. In researching the site, we learned that as well as the famed Red Frog lolly connection, the area was once a wetland long ago with frogs inhabiting the area.

Armed with that knowledge, we commissioned some of Australia&rsquo;s most formidable design and arts talents to design a succession of five unique bronze frogs that will inhabit the gardens connecting Mentmore and Dunning Avenue.&nbsp; Gentle frog songs will be heard as people walk through The Laneways. &nbsp;

We cannot wait to see the work of Ross Shepherd at Site Image, Tim Phillips from Tilt design, sculptors Clive Calder and Chris Hauge at the Australian Bronze Foundry at North Head installed.&nbsp; We are also honoured to have exceptional artist Dennis Golding who is the Create NSW and Artspace Visual Arts Emerging Fellow for 2020 and award-winning indigenous contemporary art curator Tess Allas working on the design.

JR: Which buyer demographic do you think suits The Laneways and why?

We are getting great interest from owner occupiers that want the emotional connection of a new home in the inner city.&nbsp; The project has been priced to offer options for both First Home Buyers who are starting their home ownership journey and next home buyers. &nbsp;

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JR: Where have the buyers come from?

Many of our buyers are from inner Sydney and work in the CBD.&nbsp; Buyers committed to Rosebery have been watching construction take place and are buying into The Laneways.

We have also had buyers who have moved from locations such as the Hills and rented locally to get a feel for the area before deciding to buy in Rosebery.

JR: Any plans for your next development?

We are looking at Croydon Park for our next venture.&nbsp; Again, a great location with its own unique character.

Ellerson Property Group are developing The Laneways, a 118 apartment project across four buildings designed by Arc Architects

Why Rosebery is Sydney's hidden gem: Urban chats with Ellerson Property Group directors Fayad and Remon Fayad

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Astute property investors are recognising the potential of the City of Sydney, with its numerous amenities, leading universities and great employment opportunities.

New apartments with modern designs, developed close to the CBD, are drawing quality tenants.

Throughout the inner-city council region, each suburb boasts its own unique character and identity, from period properties, art deco to modern industrial.

Ever-strengthening infrastructure in the area includes the soon-to-be-completed Sydney Metro City and South-West, which will result in trains running every two minutes.

According to SQM Research, gross rental yields for all units currently sits at 3.5 per cent, the best performing rental type in the area.

For those who wish to capitalise on great cafés and restaurant, and good transport, the Sydney Council might be the ideal new LGA to call home.

Urban takes a look at four new apartments located within the council area, starting from $592,800.

1. Castle Residences, Sydney 
Address: 203 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000 
One-bedroom apartments from $1,230,000

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Developed by United Development Sydney, the highly anticipated Castle Residences is set to offer 131 apartments just off Hyde Park.

The project merges high-end apartments with five-star luxury hotel services and amenities, with construction including the refurbishment of the 142-year-old heritage-listed Porter House building.

The mixed-use development is being designed by Candalepas Associates, with amenities including luxurious dining areas, private dining spaces and in-residence catering. Manhattan-style apartments overlook Australia’s oldest park and timeless sculptural alcoves and arches bring together historical and contemporary architecture.

2. The Laneways, Rosebery 
Address: 33-37 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 
One-bedroom apartments from $592,800

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The Laneways, a collection of four five-storey apartment buildings is Rosebery’s “exciting new address.”

Delivered by Ellerson Property, the project will offer private balconies, green courtyards and a rooftop terrace to socialise with friends and neighbours while enjoying the panoramic city vistas.

Located in one of Sydney’s coolest neighbourhoods, homebuyers will appreciate the project’s entertainers’ kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows and soft-close cabinetry.

3. Park Sydney, Erskineville 
Address: 149-163 Mitchell Road, Erskineville NSW 2043 
Two-bedroom apartments from $1,159,000

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As the most significant new development in Sydney, Park Sydney is an exciting opportunity for investors and will create a new local for Erskineville.

Delivered by GH Australia, the project is set over 6.9-hectares, centred around a 7,400sqm park.

The project’s first buildings are named after two of Australia’s national parks, Botany and Cascade, and are designed by WMK Architecture.

Spread across nine buildings, ranging between two and eight stories, the apartments will deliver spacious and light-filled residences.

The precinct will include barbeque facilities, amphitheatres, walkways and cycleways into the city.

4. Eminence, Zetland 
Address: 811 Elizabeth Street, Zetland NSW 2017 
One-bedroom apartments from $745,000

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Offering a remarkable boutique trio of buildings, Mirvac’s 254-apartment Eminence project commands four street frontages between Green Square and the CBD.

The development offers onsite retail, 1,840 sqm of lush podium gardens and a 75-place childcare centre.

Designed by DKO Architecture, the property showcases high-quality finishes and fixtures, and carefully curated residences.

Some apartments include their own private rooftop terraces and others with uninterrupted CBD and Botany Bay views.

The adjacent Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre includes beach-inspired pools, open-air training facilities and playgrounds.
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New apartments with modern designs, developed close to the CBD, are drawing quality tenants

Four new apartments in the City of Sydney from $592,800 

The Laneways is&nbsp;the newest address is Sydney&#39;s inner-city suburb of Rosebery.

Made up of four buildings comprising&nbsp;118 apartments designed by Arc Architects, The Laneways draws its name from a leafy pedestrian pathway connecting Mentmore Avenue to Dunning Avenue.

Ideally located and due for completion in the coming months, Urban has taken a look at five things buyers should know about The Laneways.

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<h2>1. The Developer</h2>

The Laneways Rosebery is the work of Ellerson Property, Australia&rsquo;s first property development agency.&nbsp;

Founded by property industry veterans Fayad Fayad and Remon Fayad, Ellerson Property aims to bring the great Australian urban lifestyle to apartment living with accessible precincts designed for real people.

<h2>2. The Location&nbsp;</h2>

The Laneways is in the heart of Sydney&#39;s up-and-coming inner-city suburb Rosebery, six kilometres south of the Sydney CBD.

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It&#39;s located on Mentmore Avenue, the same strip as the suburb&#39;s biggest drawcard, The Cannery, an 11,000 sqm dining, retail and cafe precinct.&nbsp;

The Cannery homes over 40 commercial spaces, including the&nbsp;likes of the dining institution&nbsp;Three Blue Ducks and&nbsp;the popular&nbsp;gin distiller Archie Rose, as well as a number of cafes, gyms, hair salons and cooking schools.

It&#39;s a few hundred metres to the closest Woolworths Metro, The Australian Golf Club is up the road and it&#39;s just a short walk to the Green Square train station which has a direct line to the City and the Sydney Airport.

<h2>3. The Roof</h2>

Each building in The Laneways is crowned with its own sky garden&nbsp;with views across the CBD skyline.

The rooftops feature their own dining and barbecue facilities as well as lush landscaping.

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<h2>4. The Apartments</h2>

The Laneways has one, two and three bedroom apartments with open plan layouts and ceilings as high as three metres.

Designed by Arc Architects, each apartment with timber floor throughout features a&nbsp;kitchen with&nbsp;stone benchtops and stainless steel Smeg appliances.

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The bathrooms are contemporary, each with a bath tub and floor-to-ceiling ceramic tiles.

Arc Architects have worked on a number of luxury houses in Sydney&#39;s Palm Beach, as well as multi-residential projects including Metro in the nearby Alexandria and Allen Street in Waterloo.

<h2>5. The Price</h2>

One bedroom apartments in The Laneways start from $592,800, well under Sydney&#39;s median apartment price according to CoreLogic of&nbsp;$738,254.

Two bedroom apartments with two bathrooms start from $980,000, and three bedroom apartments from $1.25 million.

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The Laneways is in the heart of Sydney's up-and-coming inner-city suburb Rosebery, six kilometres south of the Sydney CBD.

Five things we love about The Laneways in Sydney's Rosebery

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With apartments in student markets more affordable than ever, due to retreating investor interest, now may be the time to secure a home that could be a strong performing long-term investment.

The University of New South Wales (UNSW), one of the top universities in Australia, has a student population of 65,000 and is located in Sydney’s south-eastern suburb of Kensington.

Urban takes a look at five apartments perfect for students nearby UNSW, ideal for scholars and academics, high-income postgraduates and investors.

1. The Laneways, Rosebery 
Address: 33-37 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 
One-bedroom apartments from $592,800

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Just 2.6 kilometres from UNSW, Ellerson Property’s the Laneways provides inner-city living with luxury features and architectural design.

Located within close proximity to Green Square transport hub and approximately six kilometres from the Sydney CBD, the home provides great investment options with potential homebuyers including mobile professionals, creatives and families.

The chic home includes residents-only car charging bays, a rooftop garden terrace and district views. 
 

2. Orchid, Eastgardens 
Address: 9 Oscar Place, Eastgardens NSW 2036 
One-bedroom apartments from $695,000

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Farther from the university but still enjoying convenience for students and academics, Orchid is part of Meriton’s latest development.

The final first stage offering in the masterplanned Pagewood Green, Orchid boasts 256 oversized apartments across four buildings.

Just 3.1 kilometres from UNSW’s Kensington campus, Maroubra Beach and the Sydney CBD, this development provides a residential oasis.

Designed by PTW, the community includes podium gardens, a retail precinct and outdoor entertaining spaces. 
 

3. Eminence, Zetland 
Address: 811 Elizabeth Street, Zetland NSW 2017 
One-bedroom apartments from $745,000

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Offering a remarkable boutique trio of buildings, commanding four street frontages between Green Square and the CBD, Eminence meets the criteria of a strong investment property.

Including onsite retail, 1,840 sqm of lush podium gardens and a 75-place childcare centre, Eminence brings all the necessary amenities to your doorstep.

Delivered by Meriton and designed by DKO Architecture, the property also offers pools, open-air training facilities and playgrounds. 
 

4. Pagewood Green, Eastgardens 
Address: 130-150 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 
Two-bedroom apartments from $815,000

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The multi-staged masterplan development, Pagewood Green, provides diverse layouts for the lifestyle of any homebuyer.

Positioned opposite an upcoming 8,000 sqm park and neighbouring Westfield Eastgardens, the convenient home delivers exceptional amenity within walking distance and is just 17 minutes from UNSW by bus. 
 

5. Polo Collection, Rosebery 
Address: 55 Rothschild Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 
One-bedroom apartments from $710,000

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Set amongst tree-lined streets and only 2.4 kilometres from the Kensington campus, Polo Collection pays homage to Rosebery’s industrial past while providing residents with a residence of the future.

Developed by Meriton, the project connects residents to the Sydney CBD, Green Square and the harbour as one of the city’s most connected inner-city suburbs.

Designed by SJB, the homes boast a modern and distinctive style, with floor-to-ceiling glass, expansive floorplans and views over Sweetacres Park.  
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With apartments in student markets more affordable than ever, due to retreating investor interest, now may be the time to secure a home that could be a strong performing long-term investment

Five apartments under $900k close to UNSW in Sydney's Kensington

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Acting agent Mark Morrissey and wife Lizzi Dayney have listed their mixed-use Rosebery warehouse.
For the last decade the property has been the HQ of Morrissey Management, which has represented the likes of the Hemsworth brothers, TV presenter Jonathan Lapaglia and radio star Kate Ritchie.
The couple paid $1.35 million for the Princess Avenue building in 2008.
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The conversion with sky-lit interiors, exposed beams and oversized barn doors has four bedrooms above the lower level commercial space.
The listing through BresicWhitney Darlinghurst agents Ivan Bresic and Julian Barta comes with the option of a two year leaseback to the current owners.
They have a $2.75 million guide for its December 1 auction. 
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Morrissey and Dayney are relocating to their Whale Beach property now their children have grown up.
They paid $2.3 million for the four bedroom home in 2015.
This article was first published in the Sunday Telegraph. 
 
 
 
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Acting agent Mark Morrissey lists Rosebery warehouse

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An original two-bedroom Rosebery home secretly snapped up by Channel Seven last September for $1.25 million, has returned to the market as new home for auction this weekend.
It’s with a guide of $1.6 million through Purplebricks.
The transformation will be aired in the upcoming season of Channel Seven’s hit television show House Rules, the reality show hosted by Johanna Griggs. 
News Local's Southern Courier noted that the Rosebery neighbours began to speculate when they noticed a house at 54 Tramway Street was knocked down and rebuilt in the record time of just seven days. 
Below is the former home, which <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-rosebery-126269874" target="_blank">sold in September.</a>
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<img class="size-full wp-image-294747" src="https://www.realestate.com.au/blog/images/1600x1600-fit,progressive/2018/03/12000002/capi_44b2abb8db8cf0ad7cdac801ed7a14b1_ad5c8ca5e82165f47e65565cb0dbd0ad.jpeg" alt="54 Tramway Street Rosebery" data-capiid="ad5c8ca5e82165f47e65565cb0dbd0ad">The new home is a <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-rosebery-127624758" title="www.realestate.com.au">two-storey, four-bedroom, two-bathroom</a>, ultra-modern sanctuary. 
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The new dual level residence offers open-plan living, dining and kitchen and a spacious outdoor entertainment area.
<div id="celtra_holder_news">The kitchen has the latest designer appliances.</div>
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<div>The listing agent Dean Emerson says it presents a creative fusion of subtle warehouse-inspired industrial chic, natural finishes and up-to-the-minute designer style.
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<div>It is being sold fully furnished.</div>
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<div>There have been three development applications for the project totalling $350,000 according to CoreLogic. </div>
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<div>Season six of the series was officially confirmed last October.</div>
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Secret House Rules Rosebery auction

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Gold Coast Titan and NSW Origin star Nathan Peats has sold his Rosebery investment apartment, a fortnight after its auction.
The two bedroom apartment had been an investment for Peats since he moved from the Gold Coast from the Eels.
It sold for $915,000.
The hooker paid $595,000 for the two bedroom apartment in 2012 during his two year stint at South Sydney Rabbitohs where he started his career.
His former Souths team mate turned NG Farah Real Estate agent Beau Champion sold the unit.
The apartment near Green Square was leased at $670 a week once Peats signed with the Titans in 2014.
A sign of the Sydney rental market saw the rental drop to $650 a week when seeking a tenant a year later.
The unit features a large private tiled courtyard off the open plan living area.
In 2014 Peats left the Eels for the Gold Coast in 2014 following the much publicised salary cap breach.
His property portfolio's most recent addition was when he paid $518,000 for a three bedroom timber home in Lota outside of Brisbane last year. 
He retains a three bedroom Central Coast home in Wyoming that cost $420,000 in 2015. 
Peat's Titans finished 15th on the ladder this season. He will spend the off-season in rehabilition after undergoing shoulder reconstruction surgery at the end of August. 
This article first appeared in the Sunday Telegraph.
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NSW Origin star Nathan Peats sells Rosebery investment

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The fearless NSW Origin debutant Nathan Peats is selling his Sydney investment pad. 
The Gold Coast Titan has decided to list redundant Rosebery investment unit.
Amassing 53 tackles in a memorable performance, Peats, who covered 8.1 kilometres in the mid-week game, the most ground ever recorded in Origin, paid $595,000 in 2012 for the two bedroom, two bathroom apartment.
It was during his two year stint with South Sydney where he started his career.
The apartment near Green Square has been listed by new NG Farah real estate recruit agent Beau Champion, who is a former Rabbitohs team mate.
The pair both played at the Bunnies together for a brief period before Peats moved to the Eels.
Peats initially put the apartment as a $670 a week rental once he signed with the Titans in 2014.
Its 2015 tenancy was sought at around $650 a week for the apartment with an open plan living area that opens to a large tiled private courtyard.
Peats left the Eels for the Gold Coast in 2014 following the much publicised salary cap breach.
His property portfolio's most recent addition was when he paid $518,000 for a three bedroom timber home in Lota (pictured below) outside of Brisbane last year.
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It was advertised as having potential for developers due to its 800 square metre parcel.
Peats retains a three bedroom Central Coast home in Wyoming (pictured below) that cost $420,000 in 2015.
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Last month the Daily Telegraph reported that Parramatta chief executive Bernie Gurr said he will consider luring Peats back to the club.
His former teammates Beau Champion recently joined the N G Farah sales team having played over 100 first-grade games for South Sydney Rabbitohs.
Even as an accomplished professional footballer, Beau was always passionate about property especially around the south eastern suburbs of Sydney which Beau considered his backyard.  
This article first appeared in The Sunday Telegraph.
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