A landmark former orphanage site in Surrey Hills could be transformed into a new residential community under plans lodged by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/antipodean-land-developments">Antipodean Land Developments</a> that would deliver 76 apartments and townhouses while restoring some of the suburb's most significant heritage buildings.

The burgeoninng Melbourne-based developer has submitted plans for the 9,158 sqm site at 1 Kent Road and 24 Durham Road, home to the former St Joseph's Home for Destitute Children, a historic institutional complex dating back to the late 19th century. The proposal seeks to adaptively reuse several heritage buildings while introducing two new four-storey residential buildings set within extensive landscaped grounds.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> and Kerstin Thompson Architects, the project has been conceived as a contemporary residential village embedded within a restored heritage precinct. The development team describes the design approach as "The Village in the Garden," with new buildings positioned among mature landscaping by OCULUS and significant heritage structures.

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The proposal would deliver 76 dwellings comprising a mix of apartments and duplex-style residences, significantly increasing housing supply on one of the largest privately held residential landholdings in Surrey Hills. The development includes 127 car spaces, 24 bicycle spaces and more than 1,000 sqm of communal amenity, with the existing chapel building earmarked for conversion into resident facilities.

According to the planning submission, the project centres on the restoration and adaptive reuse of the site's most significant heritage assets, including the original c.1889 St Joseph's building, the chapel designed by architect Augustus Andrew Fritsch, and the historic brick perimeter walls and entry gates. The proposal also incorporates the retention of other contributory buildings including the former infirmary and school building.

Tract Consultants, in the planning report accompanying the application, said the scheme had been shaped through extensive heritage analysis and design development.

"The shared vision for the Site by the project team has culminated in a scheme which successfully breathes life back into a historic site while delivering upon the objectives of Victoria's Housing Statement in a carefully curated and contextually responsive manner."

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The proposal is being assessed under Victoria's Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway. As part of the application, three per cent of the project's residential development cost would be contributed to the Social Housing Growth Fund. The development would also provide a diverse mix of one, two and three-bedroom residences targeting a broader range of buyers than typically found in Surrey Hills' detached housing market.

Sustainability initiatives include an anticipated 66 per cent BESS score, natural cross-ventilation to 80 per cent of apartments, 28 per cent deep soil landscaping and a canopy cover outcome exceeding local planning requirements. The proposal also sets aside more than 1,083 sqm for communal indoor and outdoor resident amenity spaces.

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Planning documents describe the property as one of the largest underutilised residential sites in Surrey Hills, arguing it presents a rare opportunity to introduce "missing middle" housing in an established inner-eastern suburb while preserving and revitalising a significant heritage precinct.

Antipodean Land Developments has built a reputation for design-focused residential projects across Melbourne, particularly in the medium-density sector. Previous developments include Neighbourhood in Brunswick East, delivered with Breathe Architecture, and Balfe Park Lane, designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects.

They've been very active in site acquisition as they build out their future development pipeline. They recently launched Thornubury House, 45 apartments above a mix of commercial, retail, and food and beverage tenancies, and have plans for a boutique project in Fitzroy and another <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/vic/antipodean-plan-apartments-for-deepdenes-missing-middle-on-whitehorse-road">"missing middle" project</a> on Deepdene's Whitehorse Road.

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First look: Antipodean Land Developments plans heritage-led apartment community in Surrey Hills

Developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/auyin-property-development">Auyin</a> is the latest to turn to the Victorian Government's Development Facilitation Program in an effort to secure approval for its long-planned, mixed-use project in Elsternwick.

In 2018, Auyin lodged plans with Glen Eira City Council for a 14-storey building, however Council approved a reduced eight-storey scheme. A subsequent VCAT appeal in 2019 upheld the eight-storey height limit.

The project was later amended to nine storeys, but Auyin is now seeking to revive something closer to its original vision. The developer argues that the planning context has evolved significantly over the past decade, particularly within the Elsternwick Activity Centre, where higher-density development has increasingly been encouraged along Glen Huntly Road.

The proposal would transform the 1,239 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/7-12-horne-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">7-15 Horne Street</a>, opposite Elsternwick Railway Station, into a 13-storey residential and retail development designed by CBG Architects, with 40 apartments

The site currently comprises three commercial properties.

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The proposed apartment mix comprises 25 two-bedroom and 15 three-bedroom residences above 200 sqm of retail space at ground level. Residents would have access to a 90 sqm wellness facility, a 351 sqm communal indoor and outdoor terrace on the third level, and extensive landscaped areas throughout the development. A publicly accessible 135 sqm plaza would be created on the north-east corner of the site, providing seating, landscaping, and a new gathering space adjoining Horne Street.

The design adopts a four-storey podium that references the finer-grain character of the surrounding streetscape, with the upper tower recessed behind generous setbacks on all boundaries.

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A key element of the proposal is the reconfiguration and widening of the surrounding laneways. Vehicle access would be retained from Lois Lane, with upgraded pedestrian connections linking Ross Street and Horne Street. The development would provide 58 residential car spaces, two retail car spaces, and 52 bicycle spaces across two basement levels and ground-floor facilities.

Architecturally, the building draws inspiration from the established character of Elsternwick Village. The façade combines dark charcoal brickwork, textured concrete, bronze-toned metal detailing, and extensive planting integrated into podium and tower levels. The design also incorporates a chamfered corner treatment and publicly accessible plaza intended to strengthen pedestrian activity around the station precinct.

Elsternwick's last new development completion was&nbsp;EVA Elsternwick by Pitard late last year. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/milieu-property">Milieu</a> is working away on its nature-led neighbourhood, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elsternwick-gardens-by-milieu-8-gordon-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">Elsternwick Gardens</a>, on Gordon Street, with its first stage expected to complete next year.

First look: Auyin seeks mixed-use apartment project in growing Elsternwick Activity Centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/otium-parkdale-123-125-como-parade-east-parkdale-vic-3195">Otium Parkdale</a>, the 13-residence boutique development by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/huxtable-property">Huxtable Property</a>, has entered its final stages of delivery, with completion expected within the coming month and more than half of the residences sold.

The Como Parade East project is nearing the finish line at a time when opportunities to purchase new apartments in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parkdale-vic-3195">Parkdale</a> remain exceptionally limited. Fewer than 10 per cent of dwellings in the bayside suburb are apartments, making developments like Otium a relatively rare addition to a market traditionally dominated by detached housing.

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The three-level development comprises 13 residences, including ten two-bedroom apartments and three larger three-bedroom homes, all positioned above a secure basement car park.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/almeida-architects">Almeida Architects</a> with a strong connection to its coastal surroundings, Otium combines red brick, exposed concrete and dark metal detailing with integrated landscaping and greenery. Expansive glazing, generous balconies and terraces have been incorporated throughout the design to maximise natural light and reinforce indoor-outdoor living.

Inside, the residences feature engineered European oak flooring, natural and reconstituted stone benchtops, Bosch kitchen appliances, ducted heating and cooling, lift access and secure entry systems. The larger three-bedroom residences on the upper level have been designed with house-like proportions, while the two-bedroom apartments prioritise functionality, flexibility and low-maintenance living.

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The project is now in its final stages, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/labco">Labco</a> completing the remaining landscaping and external finishing works following the completion of the residences' interiors.

Otium's location within the heart of Parkdale continues to underpin its appeal. Residents will be just steps from local cafés, restaurants, shops and the newly elevated Parkdale Station, while the beach is less than a kilometre away.

With the project tracking ahead of schedule, buyers can currently secure a residence with a five per cent deposit and benefit from settlement terms of up to eight months. The advanced stage of construction also provides buyers with the opportunity to walk through the near-complete residences and experience the quality and finishes firsthand ahead of completion.

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Otium Parkdale enters final month before completion as rare apartment opportunity nears sellout

A new boutique apartment development is entering the market in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>, with Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/ausdev">Ausdev</a> bringing 33 residences to a well-connected pocket of Brisbane's north.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/parkdrive-apartments-chermside-25-sammells-drive-chermside-qld-4032">Parkdrive Apartments</a>, at 25 Sammells Drive, will comprise a mix of one- and two-bedroom residences positioned within walking distance of Westfield Chermside, The Prince Charles Hospital, and Bradbury Park.

Established in 1989, Ausdev has a long-standing presence across both development and construction, with Parkdrive Apartments representing its latest residential project in Brisbane's northern suburbs.

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The development has been designed around open-plan living and natural light, with residences featuring stone benchtops, timber cabinetry, BOSCH appliances, and private balconies that extend the living areas outdoors.

Kitchens are positioned as the centrepiece of the homes, incorporating natural material palettes and integrated appliances, while bathrooms have been designed with a focus on functionality and understated finishes.

Residents will have access to a communal barbecue and entertaining area on Level 3, providing shared outdoor space within the development. Secure parking and lift access are also incorporated into the building.

The project will deliver a limited collection of 33 apartments, with one-bedroom residences priced from $749,000.

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Beyond the building itself, the location places residents within easy reach of several of Chermside's key amenities. Bradbury Park is around 350 metres away, while Westfield Chermside is approximately 1.3 kilometres from the site. The Prince Charles Hospital is located within 750 metres, and the Chermside Bus Interchange is around 1.5 kilometres away, providing connections across Brisbane.

Parkdrive Apartments adds to the growing residential pipeline in Chermside, a suburb that continues to evolve as a major retail, healthcare, and transport hub for Brisbane's north.

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Ausdev introduces boutique Parkdrive Apartments to Chermside's growing centre

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/skymark-group">Skymark</a>'s boutique Cronulla development Solis has secured a 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy through Resilience Insurance, providing buyers of the 16-residence building on Ewos Parade with structural and waterproofing protection that extends a decade beyond the building's completion.

Currently under construction and due for completion in late 2027, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/solis-cronulla-8-ewos-parade-cronulla-nsw-2230">Solis</a> is one of a small number of new developments in the Sutherland Shire to carry Resilience LDI coverage, a distinction that carries increasing weight as buyer confidence in the off-the-plan sector continues to be shaped by how developers stand behind their product.

Latent Defects Insurance, which entered the Australian market in 2022 when Resilience Insurance was approved to offer the cover, protects buyers against major structural or waterproofing defects for ten years post-completion. Unlike traditional statutory warranties, it operates as a first-resort policy, if a covered defect arises, the insurer responds directly, without the buyer needing to pursue the builder or developer through a lengthy claims process.

Resilience Insurance CEO Corey Nugent has noted that the product addresses something fundamental to the new apartment market.

"The overarching feedback from prospective buyers in the new development space is that they want more confidence and assurances around the quality of the build," Nugent says.

"Resilience Insurance Latent Defects Insurance not only gives them complete peace of mind for 10 years, but it shows the developer they are buying from is standing by their product."

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For Solis, the Resilience LDI policy adds a meaningful layer of accountability to an already considered project. The development comprises nine two-bedroom and seven three-bedroom residences, including one dual-level three-bedroom apartment, across a five-storey building on Ewos Parade, positioned between Shelly Beach and South Cronulla.

Garden apartments connect directly to private landscaped courtyards, while upper-level homes capture beach views to the east from level four and above.&nbsp;

All 16 residences include at least one balcony or courtyard, and select apartments on the upper floors feature bar areas and secondary flexible living spaces.

Hiba Sander, Managing Director of Skymark, says Solis offers a rare balance, nestled between the quiet beauty of secluded beaches and the lively charm of South Cronulla's esplanade.

"It's a place to choose your pace and live gracefully, seaside'," Sander says.

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The architecture, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ida-design-group">IDA Design Group</a>'s Michael Trinh, draws from the natural erosion patterns of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/cronulla-nsw-2230">Cronulla</a>'s sandstone headlands, translating the organic forms of the coastline into soft curves, pavilion-style massing, and a material palette chosen for longevity in a salt-tinged environment.&nbsp;

Textured natural stone, soft renders, and timber-look battens reference the tones of the surrounding cliffs, while the building has been oriented to maximise natural light and passive ventilation, with primary living spaces facing north and east to capture morning sun and sea breezes.

"At Solis, our aim was to create architecture that feels quietly confident, grounded in natural materials like stone and timber, and elevated by light and landscape," Trinh says.&nbsp;

"The buildings are designed to sit gently within their coastal surrounds, with expansive glazing and abundant greenery creating a seamless dialogue between inside and out."

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Interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hot-black">Hot Black</a> carry the same material language through to every room. Kitchens feature integrated Gaggenau appliances, sculpted stone benchtops, and Lo &amp; Co joinery, while bathrooms feature natural stone, timber, and brushed metal finishes.&nbsp;

Hot Black Founder and Design Director Sophie Safrin describes the intent as one of considered restraint: "At Solis, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a timeless coastal retreat, calm, refined, and effortlessly liveable. From natural finishes to seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Solis offers a quiet elegance that's deeply connected to its surroundings.

The landscape, designed by Julian Brady of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/sitedesignstudios">Site Design Studios</a>, treats green space as an integral part of the resident experience rather than an afterthought.&nbsp;

"Gentle curves and layered native plantings mirror the ebb and flow of the ocean," Julian Brady says, "creating a serene connection between architecture and place."&nbsp;

Coco Republic has provided bespoke furniture packages tailored to the project's coastal palette.

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Skymark has an established track record in the Sutherland Shire, with a portfolio spanning Cronulla, Woolooware and Burraneer that includes Isla, Sylva, Bask, Shells, Sula and Mist. Securing LDI on Solis reflects a broader shift in how the developer is positioning its buildings to buyers, at a time when Resilience Insurance expects the policy to become mandatory in New South Wales by 2028.

Sales at Solis are launching soon through Ray White Projects, with an official event scheduled for 11 June. Enquire for more information.

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The Double Bay apartment block Monterey sold at Monday auction for $6,8 million. There are seven apartments in the 1920s complex at 256 New South Head Road, up the hill from the village.

It was marketed by NG Farah agent Joe Recep as "a rare entire apartment block offering."

Buyers were advised there was scope to "add further value" with the potential to sell the apartments separately.

The building was already a strata block with the units sold off separately in the early 1990s. The apartments were mostly three bedroom, two bathroom with high ceilings and bay windows.

The most recently available apartment was at a $550 a week asking rental, down on its peak $750 a week rate sought in 2015. It was up for rent at $350 a week. in 2005.

The period building came with a wide timber staircase.

The bidding at Cooley Auctions opened at $6 million. There were just the two bidders competing.

The vendor had accumulated all seven apartments between 2001 and 2008 at a $2.5 million cost.

Monterey is diagonally opposite the 2018-completed Golden Age complex, Essence which is a striking strata complex at 315-321 New South Head Road.

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Golden Age secured off the plan sales in 2016. A recent resale was $2.75 million last March for an apartment sold off the plan in 2016 at $2.66 million.

Essence has 38 residences in two buildings.
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A Double Bay block of seven apartments was sold at auction for $6.8 million

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A raw development site in Sydney’s inner south-west has sold in Belmore.

The 685sqm site, which presents a residential development opportunity, was purchased by local residential developer Amira Property Investment.

Comprising a vacant residential dwelling, the site will be able to provide three to four townhouses or residential apartments under its current R4 high-density residential zoning.

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Formerly owned by the Leigh family of Belmore, the site included a large rear garden and off-street parking for two to three cars.

Savills Australia’s Ollie Ridley and Nick Lower negotiated the deal who said the opportunity was highly sought after by residential developers looking to convert the site into a new townhouse or duplex development.

Capitalising on the growth of Belmore, many developments are rising up in the inner south-west suburb surrounded by residential housing.

Amira Property aims to develop the site into duplex homes.

<h2>Other new residential developments in Sydney’s inner south-west</h2>

Located less than 30 minutes by train to Central, Belmore is becoming an attractive location for developers and homebuyers alike due to its tight-knit community and the incoming Belmore metro station.

Other new developments in Belmore include Cornerstone and Aura, which are catering to the suburb’s substantial population growth.

Delivered by ALAND, Cornerstone is a five-level residential development on Canterbury Road in Belmore, offering 141 one, two, and three-bedroom residences.

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Apartments in the complex include recessed balconies, high ceilings and open-plan kitchens, as well as amenities such as ground-floor retail spaces and parkland.

Down the road in Canterbury, AURA is offering one-bedroom apartments from just $588,000. The homes include contemporary design, entertainers’ balconies and large courtyards.

Designed by Glyde Architects, AURA includes open district and city skyline views, designer stone kitchens and wood texture cabinetry throughout.

A security storage cage is available for all residents, making the home a smart decision for owner-occupiers and downsizers.
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The site will be able to provide three to four townhouses or residential apartments under its current R4 high-density residential zoning

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Raw development site sells in Sydney's inner south-west

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Yuhu Group Australia has announced its settlement on a commercial property in North Sydney for $59 million.
The 15-storey block at <a href="https://www.realcommercial.com.au/property-offices-nsw-north+sydney-500854103" target="_blank">20 Berry Street</a>, close to the Greenwood Plaza Shopping Centre and the North Sydney train station, occupies three prominent street frontages.
The freehold building of 9723.3 sqm sits on 1391 sqm of land, and with several recent upgrades, boasts an impressive foyer with a newly refurbished café/restaurant, excellent natural light, expansive harbour and district views from the upper levels, and has parking for 110 vehicles.
The complex is currently 100% leased with major global infrastructure consultants SMEC occupying 49% of net lettable area (NLA) until 2023.
Other tenants include financial, IT and childcare services.
Knight Frank noted the leased net income is $4.4 million per annum with an estimated weighted average lease expiry (WALE) by income of 5.42 years.
“Because of its highly convenient and desirable location, ready access to outstanding transport, recreational and education facilities as well as it vibrant commercial and residential sectors, we see this North Sydney purchase as a sound investment in securing long-term growth,” said Yuhu Group founder and chairman Xiangmo Huang.
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The weekend 10 Gruyere Crescent, Ivanhoe East offering of a Robin Boyd-designed 1950s home fetched $1,745,000 through Jellis Craig Price.
They had been suggesting a $1.5 million plus expectation for <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-ivanhoe+east-120309157" target="_blank">the three-bedroom house</a> which was commissioned by the seller’s grandfather.
There were four bidders who appreciated the Boyd-factor. 
It was marketed as one of the very first homes in the area. 
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The first land release in The Gables Box Hill is slated for Saturday August 22, with 170 lots released over two days through priority number and auction.
Lot sizes from 450sqm to 600sqm will be released, with prices starting from $540,000. Some lots are elevated and have views overlooking the entire project.
The Gables Box Hill development director, Matthew Scard, said over 13,000 people eventually move into The Gables.
Eventually 4,000 dwellings will be built on the 3330 hectare holding. The development includes a proposed lake, a 5.5 hectare town centre, active and passive open spaces, a school, new roads and associated infrastructure.
Developers of The Gables, Celestino, are also managing work on The Sydney Science Park following the NSW Government's Gateway Determination for the its development. It will be a 280ha development and upon completion is expected to employ over 12,000 staff, 10,000 students in key scientific and technological and provide more than 3000 homes. 
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A Port Douglas trophy holiday home has been sold for around $2 million.
The  four bedroom, five bathroom four level property, <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/for-sale/57-murphy-street-port-douglas-qld-4877-2011364465" target="_blank">57 Murphy Street Port Douglas</a>, is built on Flagstaff Hill and has views to the Coral Sea and nearby mountains. 
Designed by local Gary Hunt, the home features an open plan living area with four metre high raked timber ceilings, gourmet eat-in kitchen, wrap around terraces on all levels, an indoor/outdoor plunge pool and a separate self-contained studio.  
The master bedroom suite with an adjoining study has dual bathrooms with a centre piece Japanese Ofuro bath.
Lyn Hall and her late husband, Mike Hall, ex-President Coca Cola Japan built the home in 1996.
It was listed for sale through David Cotton, Raine &amp; Horne Port Douglas, and marketed by Lynn Malone.
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The former Conde Nast managing director and founder of Vogue Magazine, Bernard Leser and wife Barbara have secured the sale of their Palm Beach retreat.
It fetched $3.15 million through Raine &amp; Horne agent David Eden.
The property on <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/sold/75-pacific-road-palm-beach-nsw-2108-2011919272" target="_blank">75 Pacific Road</a> was bought back in 1994 by the Elizabeth Bay couple for $1.1 million from the then retired diplomat Sir Robert Cotton. 
Conde Nast headhunted Leser, now 90, in 1958 to launch the Australian edition of Vogue. During his tenure with the publishing company Leser was appointed managing director of Conde Nast UK, president of Conde Nast USA and chairman and managing director of Conde Nast Asia Pacific.
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Vogue veteran Bernard Leser sells Palm Beach retreat

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Nick Maxwell, the former Collingwood premiership captain, and his wife Erin sold their 1930s Spotswood home at $1,143,000 at weekend auction, as they seek schools for their two young children.
The pretty extended weatherboard at 12 Stephenson Street was renovated by Maxwell, with involvement from his brother and father, who are builders.
The property cost $280,000 in 2004.
Set on 512 square metres, the three bedroom <a href="https://www.realestateview.com.au/Real-Estate/12-stephenson-street-spotswood/Property-Details-buy-residential-9199328" target="_blank">12 Stephenson Street, Spotswood</a>, came marketed with $900,000 plus hopes through Sweeney Estate Agents agent Wayne Sweeney and a $990,000 reserve.
After his 2014 retirement from league footy, Maxwell joined NRL team Melbourne Storm as a leadership development coach. 
Erin Maxwell is best known for her Melbourne style Love Shop Share blogging.
CoreLogic RP Data put <a href="/news">the suburb's house median at around $668,000</a>. 
APM reported Melbourne's overall weekend result was the third consecutive Saturday increase in the clearance rate.
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Nick Maxwell sells weatherboard in Spotswood

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Perth was the most difficult market to sell in July with an average time on market of 112 days, as well as the average discount at 7.2%. 
APM's July Monthly Days on Market report saw the average time to sell in Sydney was 42 days, with Melbourne at 79.
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Perth holds longest days on market for July: APM

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A pair of car parks in the Toorak Village shopping strip have been listed at an asking price of $78,000 each.
The average Melbourne car space costs $50,000 and delivers an average rental yield of 8%, according to findacarpark.com.au.
Agent Peter Kudelka has the 28-30 Jackson Street offering.
Toorak Place features one, two and three bedroom freehold independent living apartments.
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