The residential transformation of St Kilda Road is set to continue into with more new apartment plans for the sought-after boulevard.

Wing Tai Asia has lodged plans for a major residential tower at 464-466 St Kilda Road, replacing the former VACC House with an 18-storey mixed-use development designed around a retained heritage podium and a sculpted contemporary tower.

The proposal, prepared under Victoria’s Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway, would deliver 325 apartments and ground-floor retail across the prominent 4,653 sqm boulevard site in Melbourne’s St Kilda Road North Precinct.

The project centres on the adaptive reuse of the site’s heritage-listed VACC Building, an eight-storey office designed by Bernard Evans that has occupied the address for decades. Planning documents state the development would involve “carefully dismantling and conserving off-site the original metal fabric of the podium visible from St Kilda Road,” before reinstating it as the defining frontage of the new scheme.

Above the restored podium, Wing Tai is proposing a curvilinear residential tower. The scheme includes 172 one-bedroom apartments, 63 two-bedroom apartments, 66 three-bedroom apartments, and 24 four-bedroom apartments, alongside two ground-floor food and beverage tenancies fronting St Kilda Road.

The tower has been designed with substantial articulation and variable setbacks to minimise perceived bulk and maintain view corridors along the boulevard. Urbis, which prepared the planning report, said the design “has been significantly articulated through a curvilinear design” with “an interplay with materials, façade expression and depth” to create visual separation and visual interest.

The proposal also includes 254 basement car spaces, landscaped pedestrian links connecting St Kilda Road and Queens Lane, and a biophilic landscape strategy featuring canopy trees, raised planters, cascading greenery and a glass oculus pool overlooking the eastern frontage.

Planning documents confirm the $270.1 million development will contribute 3 per cent of project costs to the Social Housing Growth Fund as part of the application process.

Wing Tai acquired the St Kilda Road property in 2018 alongside Abacus Property Group for $95.38 million, before later consolidating ownership of the site. The property previously served as the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce headquarters for around 60 years.

The transformation of the St Kilda Rd boulevard is already beginning to materialise, with a number of high-profile projects recently completed, launched, or approaching launch as developers continue to back the long-term appeal of the precinct.

Among the most notable recent completions is Louise by Samuel Property Group, just off the strip on Queens Lane, the same pocket Hirsch &amp; Faigen recently launched The Queensbury. Mirvac is too on the same street with The Albertine, which is approaching completion.

Dexus recently secured approval for its slice of St Kilda Road, while Gurner also has approved plans for the precinct.

Joel Robinson

Wing Tai unveils 325-apartment St Kilda Road tower on former VACC House site

Malaysian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> is the latest to jump into St Leonards booming Transport Oriented Development precinct.

The developer, which has previously delivered Sapphire by the Gardens apartment development in Melbourne, identified the Atchison Street site in 2023. It filed a Scoping Report around 12 months ago, and now has revealed the designs for the new&nbsp;40-storey mixed-use tower.

The State Significant Development Application covers <a href="https://next-portal.urban.com.au/projects/14650/summary">20-22 Atchison Street</a>, a 1,374 sqm site positioned between St Leonards Station and the new Crows Nest Metro station.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the project would deliver 181 apartments, above a four-storey commercial podium, five basement levels, and new public domain works along Mitchell Street. The apartment mix comprises 35 one-bedroom apartments, 39 one-bedroom-plus-study apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments, and 22 three-bedroom residences.

The proposal has been lodged as a shop-top housing development under the NSW Government’s TOD planning pathway, which allows increased density around key transport infrastructure. The site sits within the recently rezoned Crows Nest Accelerated TOD Precinct.

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SP Setia acquired the Atchison Street site as part of its continued expansion into the Australian apartment market. In comments made to City &amp; Country (The Edge Malaysia) in 2023, SP Setia President and CEO Datuk Choong Kai Wai described the acquisition as “a strategic move” aligned with the group’s post-pandemic market recovery strategy.

“Our target for this exceptional development is local and overseas buyers, including first-home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Choong said.

The tower has been designed as a slender vertical form rising from a mixed-use podium, with COX Architecture positioning the development as a response to the evolving St Leonards and Crows Nest skyline.

“The purpose of the project is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality housing at a strategically located site and deliver a built tower outcome that is consistent with the desired future character of St Leonards and aligns with the TOD controls,” the design report stated.

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The podium would incorporate retail uses fronting Atchison Street, commercial tenancies, landscaped communal areas, and pedestrian improvements along Mitchell Street. Vehicle access and loading would be consolidated via Atchison Lane.

Residents would have access to more than 665 sqm of communal indoor and outdoor spaces, while the development proposes 96 parking spaces across five basement levels.

The proposal also includes a commitment for 10 per cent of residential floor space to be allocated toward affordable housing through a monetary contribution.

COX said the tower form responds directly to the emerging high-density character of the precinct while seeking to maximise solar access, cross ventilation, and outlook from apartments.

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“The building is orientated towards north,” the Apartment Design Guide compliance report noted, adding that the tower’s slim form was driven by the constrained inner-urban site dimensions.

The design also incorporates landscaped setbacks and communal open space at podium level, intended to soften the interface with surrounding streets and improve pedestrian amenity.

The project adds to a growing wave of redevelopment proposals reshaping St Leonards and Crows Nest following the opening of the Sydney Metro City line and the NSW Government’s push for higher-density housing around major transport nodes.

Last week Stockland filed plans just down the road. They want to build a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/601-pacific-highway-st-leonards-nsw-2065">52-storey tower on Pacific Highway</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-stockland-plans-52-storey-538-apartment-st-leonards-tower">First look: Stockland plans 52-storey, 538-apartment St Leonards tower&nbsp;</a>

First look: SP Setia targets St Leonards skyline with 40-storey TOD tower

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has revealed plans for a new mixed-use tower at 10 Dangar Street, Wickham, advancing a proposal that would reshape the southern gateway to Newcastle’s city centre with one of the city’s tallest residential buildings.

The State Significant Development proposal, now on exhibition, seeks approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bowline-10-dangar-street-wickham-nsw-2293">43-storey tower</a> immediately adjacent to the Newcastle Interchange. The project would deliver around 200 apartments, including 42 affordable housing dwellings, alongside 99 co-living units, a 171-room hotel, retail space, and new public domain integrated through the site.

The scheme marks a significant escalation of plans previously approved for the site. Urban Property Group took over the prominent 2,904 sqm parcel, where excavation and demolition had already commenced under an earlier consent for a 14-storey mixed-use development.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the tower has been conceived as a landmark transit-oriented development anchored to the Newcastle Interchange precinct. The proposal includes 245 build-to-sell apartments across a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as two penthouses. Fifteen apartments and one operational unit are earmarked for NDIS housing. The co-living component would add a further 99 units, while the podium would accommodate retail uses and hotel facilities.

SJB said the site presents “a valuable opportunity to anchor the precinct by setting the standard for design, active ground planes and character at the key southern gateway.”

The architecture responds directly to the site’s position beside major transport infrastructure and within one of Newcastle’s fastest-evolving urban renewal precincts. The tower form sits above a sculpted podium designed to frame new public spaces, including a through-site pedestrian link connecting Station Street to Hannell Street, landscaped plazas, and activated retail edges.

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The design report describes the project as part of the broader transition of Wickham into “a vibrant, high-quality mixed-use urban precinct” that leverages proximity to the station, open space, and regional connectivity.

A detailed public art strategy has also been prepared for the development. The strategy positions the project as “a transit-oriented development of state significance at the gateway to Newcastle’s city centre” and outlines a series of integrated artworks responding to Newcastle’s industrial and transport heritage.

Creative Road’s curatorial framework for the project, titled Unveil, draws on “stratified surfaces, carved volumes, and light-filled apertures” while referencing Newcastle’s transformation from an industrial city into a contemporary education and technology hub.

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The proposal is being advanced through the NSW Housing Delivery Authority pathway after being declared State Significant Development in June 2025. The accompanying scoping report states the development aims to “maximise the site’s proximity to the Newcastle Interchange by delivering transit-oriented development” while increasing housing supply and affordable housing provision within the Newcastle LGA.

Urban Property Group’s plans align with the long-term strategic vision established under the Wickham Master Plan, which identified the interchange precinct as suitable for substantial uplift in height and density. The current proposal would significantly intensify that vision, positioning the tower among the tallest developments proposed for Newcastle.

The site sits immediately north of the Newcastle Interchange, bounded by Dangar Street, Hannell Street, and Charles Street. It is surrounded by a rapidly growing cluster of residential towers and mixed-use projects that have emerged following the completion of the light rail and transport interchange.

First look: Urban Property Group unveils Newcastle’s latest tower at Wickham interchange

Bottega House has completed settlement of a landmark riverfront site in Macquarie Street, St Lucia, representing its first major Brisbane development.&nbsp;

Positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River, the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/180-macquarie-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">premium site at 180 Macquarie Street</a> features uninterrupted river frontage in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held residential precincts.&nbsp;

The proposed development, currently under assessment with Brisbane City Council, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/plus-studio">Plus Studio</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> and will deliver a boutique collection of premium residences positioned specifically for owner occupiers and downsizers.&nbsp;

The residences are set to redefine luxury apartment living in the area, with a focus on architectural quality, refined finishes, landscape integration and elevated amenities including curated wellness facilities, resort-style pools and recreation spaces rarely seen in the local market.&nbsp;

Exclusive sales for the project will be led by Keenan &amp; Byrne, ahead of an anticipated launch later this year.&nbsp;

Bottega House Managing Director Nick Malloch said the project reflects the group’s ambition to deliver a highly curated residential offering within one of Brisbane’s most tightly held precincts.&nbsp;

“This is an incredibly rare riverfront opportunity and one we have approached with a long-term perspective,” Malloch said.&nbsp;

“Our vision from the outset was to create a boutique collection of residences that feel more like private homes than traditional apartments, with generous proportions, refined finishes and exceptional amenity throughout."

Malloch says there is a&nbsp;lack of premium owner-occupier stock of this quality in the market, particularly for downsizers wanting space, privacy and a true lifestyle offering without compromise.&nbsp;

"Demand is expected to be strong given the scarcity of premium riverfront opportunities of this nature within Brisbane’s inner-west."&nbsp;

Bottega House secures landmark riverfront site in St Lucia 

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The arrival of the first piling rig officially marks the commencement of construction at SIERA’s new beachside apartment development, Exhale, in Northcliffe.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a>, a glass-encased tower featuring 54 large-scale apartments at 8 Enderley Avenue, is SIERA’s third Gold Coast development. It follows the recently completed PIPIS Bilinga beachfront project, which achieved suburb-record prices, and the soon-to-be-completed Chevron Island development, Tapestry.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said the arrival of the piling rig represented a significant milestone for the development, which is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

Over the next month, around 260 piles are expected to be installed as work progresses on the basement structure. The building is anticipated to rise above ground level early next year, before unveiling its sculptural glass curtain wall, developed in collaboration with specialist façade engineers.

“The façade was designed to maximise panoramic coastal views while creating a distinctive architectural identity,” Thompson said.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Exhale will comprise just 54 two- and three-bedroom residences across 26 levels, a level of low-density living rarely delivered in this beachside pocket between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

The project has been conceived as a resident-only building, with no short-stay accommodation permitted. SIERA says the model is intended to appeal to long-term owner-occupiers rather than transient holiday demand.

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Residences have been designed with large-format layouts and expansive glazing, with most apartments featuring more than 30 metres of glass frontage to maximise natural light and ocean views.

The amenity offering spans two levels and centres on wellness and lifestyle, including a heated magnesium pool, sauna, yoga and Pilates studio, gymnasium, private dining facilities, cinema lounge, and dedicated surfcraft storage.

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More than half of the apartments have already sold. SIERA has also opened a sales gallery for Exhale at its Chevron Island commercial premises, near its Tapestry tower and the site of its second Chevron Island apartment development, which is slated to launch in early 2027.
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Sydney off the plan apartments

UDIA NSW has said it remains highly concerned about the state of housing in NSW following the recent building approvals update from the ABS.

Approvals reported across NSW for the 12 months to November 2023 sat at 46,500, the lowest rolling annual total seen in the state since October 2013. 
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These decade-low approvals come at a time when our nation is looking to reverse course on our housing crisis and embark on our most ambitious nationwide housing program ever. In 2023, the NSW Government committed to deliver 377,000 homes over five years as part of the National Housing Accord, commencing in June 2024, now less than 6 months away. 
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UDIA analysis shows that due to the time needed to go from approval to final completion, NSW needs on average, 92,000 new approvals per annum over the next 5 years to underpin our annual housing targets. This monumental uptick in approvals needs to begin now, however today’s announcement by the ABS is sobering news.&nbsp;

The graph below shows the steep increase needed in approvals for new houses to be built within the Accord period.

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Worryingly, today’s results also show declining approval numbers are not limited to a particular housing type – detached house approvals have now declined for 24th consecutive months, to a near decade low of 22,300.

Medium density approvals also hit a three-year low of 10,400, while apartment approvals, despite increasing slightly to 13,900, remain 63% below their peak, a peak which would need to be replicated and exceeded if we are to reach our targets under the Housing Accord. 
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“While the NSW Government finished 2023 with a series of positive policy reforms to increase housing supply, today’s numbers show we are falling further behind, &nbsp;before the National Housing Accord even starts,” said Gavin Melvin, UDIA NSW A/CEO. 
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“Today’s figures create an added sense of urgency that each of the Government’s announced new policies will be implemented successfully and delivered in full. These figures show we have no time to waste and that initiatives which can commence now, such as the affordable housing bonus, should do so allowing development applications to be submitted, approvals to flow, and new homes to be built sooner," Melvin said.

Staff Writer

"Decade-low approvals show we are yet to turn the corner on NSW Housing Crisis": UDIA

The Eastern Suburbs is the most expensive real estate region in Australia. Even with the prices that puts it as expensive as anywhere in the world, it is always in demand.

Harbourside tends to command the largest prices given there are waterfront homes with direct access to the harbour, and of course a number of homes with views of the Harbour Bridge or the Sydney Opera House.

The beach still does pretty well, in both the house and apartment market.

Given the heightened cost of land in the Eastern Suburbs, few developers can put their mark on any of the suburbs. But when they can, they know they'll attract buyers due to the limited supply of new property.

We've cast our eyes over the new developments expected to hit the Eastern Suburbs market in 2024.

<h2>Project: Bronte Collection</h2>

<h3>Location: 122-128 Hewlett Street, Bronte NSW 2024</h3>

<h3>Developer: Fortis</h3>

Having secured development approval from the Waverley Council for the <a href="/new-apartments/bronte-collection-122-128-hewlett-street-bronte">Bronte Collection</a>, Fortis plans to both launch the luxury project and start construction in 2024.

The Bronte Collection comprises just nine freestanding homes on Hewlett Street near Bronte Beach.

The project is designed by <a href="/builders/mhn-design-union">MHN Design Union</a>, in collaboration with interior architects Alexander &amp; CO. and <a href="/interior-designers/lawless-and-meyerson">Lawless &amp; Meyerson</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;landscaping by Wyer &amp; Co.

Each of the nine homes will offer views of Bronte Beach and include spacious living, entertaining, and outdoor areas.&nbsp;

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The residences will feature private dual garages with EV charging provisions, private pools, outdoor showers, and individual lifts. Some of the homes will also have state-of-the-art gyms and saunas.&nbsp;

Following the success of the <a href="/new-apartments/the-woollahra-collection-2a-james-street-woollahra">Woollahra Collection</a>, Fortis expects strong demand for the Bronte Collection, with an expected end value of $134 million.&nbsp;

<h2>Location: 20-22 Sandridge Street, Bondi Beach</h2>

<h3>Developer: Central Element</h3>

Busy developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/central-element">Central Element</a> will create something of which <a href="/developments/bondi-beach-nsw-2026">Bondi Beach</a> hasn't seen before after securing a 2,000 sqm site for <a href="/news/nsw/central-element-secure-prized-bondi-beach-site-for-new-apartment-development">$51 million late last year.</a>

The prime site, across 20-22 Sandridge Street and 21 Wilga Street, an amalgamation of six properties across three lots which had been years in the making, is set to home just a handful of&nbsp;ultra-premium apartments and houses on the site, with prices expected to start from $20 million.

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Speaking to Central Element CEO Nathan Chivas last year, he said setting&nbsp;new benchmarks in property development has been in Central Element’s DNA for decades.

"It was something my father always did in his development days," Chivas says. "Since founding&nbsp;<a href="/developers/central-element">Central Element</a>&nbsp;in 2011, we've continued to evolve every year we've operated, and now we're moving into what we're calling the 'ultra-luxury phase'."

Chivas says they only want to develop in the best locations. But with that, you need to create an A-grade product.

“If you find a location and create A-grade product that matches that location, then you know you’ll have strong demand no matter where the property cycle is at,” Chivas says.

"In this end of the market, you really need to bring a story to life, whether it's through brining in heritage or other luxury design elements. Ultimately these types of developments need to be a cut above the rest. They need to be more than an apartment in a great location. The money demanded by these projects, and the buyers of the projects, demand nothing less. That extra layer of detailed design and amenity is warranted for locations like Coogee and Bondi."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/the-story-behind-central-elements-push-for-ultra-luxury-in-sydneys-best-suburbs-five-minutes-with-managing-director-nathan-chivas">The story behind Central Element's push for ultra-luxury in Sydney's best suburbs: Five minutes with Managing Director Nathan Chivas</a>

<h2>Project: Ballamac House</h2>

<h3>Location: 39 Arcadia Street, Coogee NSW 2034</h3>

<h3>Developer: Central Element</h3>

Central Element's other landmark project set for 2024 is&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/ballamac-house-39-arcadia-street-coogee">Ballamac House</a>, a historic 1860s landmark in <a href="/new-apartments/coogee-nsw-2034">Coogee</a>&nbsp;which they intend to restore and redevelop.

The project involves transforming the heritage Victorian house into eight luxury apartments designed by <a href="/architects/tonkin-zulaikha-greer-architects">Tonkin Zulaikha Greer</a>.

The development will comprise two buildings, with the heritage Victorian house housing two of the eight apartments and the other six situated in a new contemporary building to the east.

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The residences, spread across four stories, will each have three bedrooms. The penthouse, boasting panoramic ocean views, includes extravagant interiors, a wrap-around entertaining terrace, a second entertaining terrace on the first level, a butler's pantry, and floor-to-ceiling glazing to maximise views.

The conservation efforts include retaining external and internal walls, fireplaces, mantel pieces, and decorative ceilings, and reconstructing the wrap-around verandah. Central Element aims to fuse old and new, bringing the estate into a new era of luxury.

Future residents will have access to communal outdoor areas, lush green gardens, and a magnesium pool.

<h2>Project: The Chimes</h2>

<h3>Location: 45-53 Macleay Street, Potts Point NSW 2011</h3>

<h3>Developer: Time &amp; Place</h3>

Potts Point has long been the most high density harbourside suburb in the east. It's another suburb which is now only likely to see boutique developments given most land large enough for a new high-rise is already occupied by an old one.

The exception to this is The Chimes building, a&nbsp;mid-20th-century building, designed by architect Hugo Stossel. The Macleay Street building has been in the crosshairs of Melbourne developer Time &amp; Place for a number of years.

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Time &amp; Place has been slowly but surely buying out apartment owners since 2020, when it was reported they essentially bid $85 million for the whole building.

Last year they lodged concept plans with the City of Sydney Council for a new SJB-designed building with 45 apartments.

The existing building contains 80 studio apartments, and the redevelopment aims to offer a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, ranging in size from 50 sqm to 270 sqm for half-floor apartments.&nbsp;

The new development will include ground-floor retail along Macleay Street. The plans include features such as private rooftop terraces with a barbecue area and plunge pool for the two penthouses.&nbsp;

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Residential amenities, including a lap pool and open space, will be located on the ground level behind the retail spaces.&nbsp;

There's likely still much more work to do at The Chimes before the project is launched, but no doubt more information will be released as to whether Time &amp; Place have been successful in getting their project.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/exclusive-first-look-time-place-lodge-potts-point-apartment-plans">Exclusive first look: Time &amp; Place lodge Potts Point apartment plans</a>

<h2>Location: 117 Victoria Street, Potts Point</h2>

<h3>Developer: Ceerose</h3>

Renowned architect <a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a> is set to make his first mark in the high-end harbourside enclave, putting plans together for&nbsp;<a href="/builders/ceerose">Ceerose</a>&nbsp;on Victoria Street.

The proposed $19.58 million, 10-level building is designed to blend with the historic streetscape while providing a contemporary addition to Victoria Street.

Ceerose acquired the A-Grade site last year, which currently houses an original apartment block with 45 units that will be demolished for the new development.

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The development will consist of two, three, and four-bedroom apartments, some spanning two levels.&nbsp;

Two-bedroom apartments start from 110 sqm, and there will be a variety of configurations, including apartments with plunge pools on their balconies.&nbsp;

The building will have 26 parking spaces, including four for visitors.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-ceerose-and-koichi-takada-to-create-new-potts-point-apartment-development-on-victoria-street">First look: Ceerose and Koichi Takada to create new Potts Point apartment development on Victoria Street</a>

<h2>Location: 10 Onslow Avenue and 21C Billyard Avenue, Elizabeth Bay</h2>

<h3>Developer: Fortis</h3>

Prominent developer Fortis filed for its first project in Potts Point's neighbouring Elizabeth Bay last year and will likely launch this year, pending approvals.

The development will be located on an amalgamated 1,464 sqm block across 10 Onslow Avenue and 21C Billyard Avenue, comprising two <a href="/architects/smart-design-studio">Smart Design Studio</a>-designed buildings that will house 22 apartments.&nbsp;

The $23.25 million project involves demolishing two early 1970s freestanding flat buildings to make way for the new development.

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The proposed buildings include three two-bedroom apartments, 18 three-bedroom units, and a sole four-bedroom apartment spanning 279 sqm.&nbsp;

The private rooftop terraces for the penthouses will feature barbecue and lounge areas, as well as private pools.&nbsp;

The development will provide 27 parking spaces for the 22 residences, with eight spaces equipped with EV charging and the other 19 designed with the provision to add EV charging at a later date.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/fortis-file-regency-house-elizabeth-bay-apartment-development-plans">Fortis file Elizabeth Bay apartment development plans</a>

<h2>Location: 4-4A Barncleuth Square, Elizabeth Bay</h2>

<h3>Developer: Toohey Miller</h3>

Developer <a href="/developers/toohey-miller">Toohey Miller</a> is set to continue to make its mark in Elizabeth Bay following the success of its debut apartment development, No.1 Onslow Avenue.

Having quickly sold three out of the five full-floor apartments in the luxury project with prices ranging from $8.25 million to $13 million, the Nick Couloumbis-led developer will no doubt be looking to their nearby project to launch.

There's nine apartments planned for the site at 4-4A Barncleuth Square,&nbsp;currently occupied by a mid-1960s building with over 20 apartments.

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The design by SJB aims to complement the Art Deco architecture prevalent in the area, echoing the forms and styles of the neighbouring buildings.

The proposed building will consist of nine apartments, with the majority being three-bedroom units spanning 137 sqm internally.&nbsp;

The penthouse, located on the top level, will feature four bedrooms and 284 sqm of space, along with a private rooftop terrace equipped with a spa.

Sustainability features are also incorporated into the project, including a green roof to reduce building energy, cross-ventilation for all apartments, and the use of locally sourced bricks from Australian manufacturers, considered a more sustainable option compared to standard concrete facades.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-exclusive-toohey-miller-file-for-elizabeth-bay-apartments">First look exclusive: Toohey Miller file for Elizabeth Bay apartments</a>

<h2>Location: 138 Maroubra Road, Maroubra</h2>

<h3>Developer: Lindsay Bennelong</h3>

<a href="/developers/lindsay-bennelong-developments">Lindsay Bennelong</a>, headed by <a href="/builders/clarendon-homes">Clarendon Homes</a> Founder Peter Campbell, is heading to the Eastern Suburbs with plans for a mixed-use development at 138 Maroubra Road in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.

The developer has filed for a nine-level building on the 1,512 sqm site, which was secured in 2022. The project aims to demolish the existing office building and replace it with a structure offering a mix of retail, commercial, and residential spaces.

The proposed <a href="/architects/djrd-architects">DJRD Architects</a>-designed building will feature 57 apartments, ranging from one to four bedrooms.&nbsp;

The ground level will include two retail spaces, and the first level will host a commercial office space surrounded by a landscaped outdoor area.&nbsp;

The apartment sizes vary, with one-bedroom units ranging from 51 sqm to 62 sqm, two-bedroom units starting from 86 sqm and reaching 99 sqm, and three-bedroom apartments ranging from 105 sqm to 149 sqm.&nbsp;

There is also a sole four-bedroom apartment with over 150 sqm of living space.

Outdoor breakout spaces for residents are planned on different levels, including an outdoor kid's play area and an outdoor gym on level two.&nbsp;

Level eight will also feature two outdoor spaces with barbecue and kitchen areas, communal dining spaces, and community garden planters.

<h2>Project: Coast Little Bay</h2>

<h3>Location: 11 Jennifer Street, Little Bay</h3>

<h3>Developer: Urban Property Group</h3>

Prominent Sydney developer <a href="/builders/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> will be launching their first Eastern Suburbs project this year, at the southern tip in Little Bay.

The project, <a href="/new-apartments/jennifer-street-little-bay">Coast Little Bay</a>, will comprise three four-level buildings on over a hectare of bushland at 11 Jennifer Street. They will home 75 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. The development plan also includes shared basement parking for 117 vehicles.

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The project designed by Hill&nbsp;<a href="/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd" target="">Thalis</a>&nbsp;Architecture adopts the&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/the-courtyard-832-doncaster-road-doncaster" target="">courtyard apartment</a>&nbsp;type, which Hill&nbsp;<a href="/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd" target="">Thalis</a>&nbsp;founding principal Philip&nbsp;<a href="/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd" target="">Thalis</a>&nbsp;says is puzzlingly rare in Australian cities, despite its suitability to the climate and long architectural traditions of sociability.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/exclusive-first-look-urban-property-group-reveal-little-bay-apartments-project">Exclusive first look: Urban Property Group reveal Little Bay apartments project</a>

The top off the plan apartment developments to look out for in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs in 2024

Sydney's northern suburbs, anything from north of the Harbour Bridge, saw a number of development applications filed in 2023 and late 2022.

Most of the developers will hope to get approval in a timely manner given the scarcity of supply in the harbour capital driving transactions.

We've had a look at the most exciting projects which are expected to launch in 2024, if not early 2025.

<h2>Location: 184b-190 Kurraba Road, Kurraba Point</h2>

<h3>Developer: PB &amp; Co</h3>

<a href="/new-apartments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne</a>-based developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/pb-co">PB &amp; Co</a>&nbsp;is marking their first venture in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a>&nbsp;with a striking development in one of Sydney's most affluent areas.

They spent $60 million on a&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/kurraba-point-nsw-2089">Kurraba Point</a>&nbsp;site where they will be developing a&nbsp;highly sustainable and innovative luxury residential project in collaboration with&nbsp;<a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada Architects</a>.

The 4,200 sqm block will be home to four different residential buildings, including six luxury apartments on the street side of the block and four dual occupancy residences closer to the water.&nbsp;

The luxury apartments will offer various amenities, such as dedicated wine rooms, butler's pantries, multi-purpose rooms, and water-facing balconies. The dual occupancy buildings will include private rooftops with plunge pools and outdoor barbecue kitchens.&nbsp;

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The project aims to achieve a 6-star Green Star rating with a focus on sustainability and a zero-carbon lifestyle.

Key sustainable features of the project include passive design strategies, rooftop solar farms, an underground geothermal energy system, rainwater collection for irrigation, building management systems for performance optimization, integrated shading structures, and the use of local, sustainable materials.&nbsp;

The development is intended to be carbon neutral not only in design but also in operations.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-exclusive-pb-co-reveal-koichi-takada-plans-for-one-of-a-kind-kurraba-point-development">First look exclusive: PB &amp; Co reveal Koichi Takada plans for "one-of-a-kind" Kurraba Point development</a>

<h2>&nbsp;Location: 617-621 Pacific Highway, St Leonards</h2>

<h3>Developer: Anson Group&nbsp;</h3>

St Leonards has been a hive of activity for apartment developers in recent years, reflecting the transition from a predominantly commercial area to a more mixed-use and residential environment.

<a href="/developers/anson-group">Anson Group</a>&nbsp;recently submitted <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-st-leonards-set-for-tallest-tower-as-anson-group-file-for-mixed-use-development">$187 million plans to build a 50-level tower</a>, making it one of the tallest in the area.&nbsp;

The mixed-use tower is designed by architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN</a>&nbsp;and will consist of 195 apartments above a six-level podium featuring retail and commercial spaces.&nbsp;

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Over half of the apartments are two-bedroom units, reflecting market preferences for larger living spaces, especially in the post-COVID era when remote work has become more prevalent.

The building will feature a two-level penthouse at the top, referred to as a "multilevel crown," and resident amenities on the 24th level, including a swimming pool, spa, multipurpose room, and outdoor terraces.&nbsp;

The development will also include a new community and arts centre, basement parking for 72 cars, nearly 400 sqm of retail space, and over 2,600 sqm of commercial space.

<h2>Project: The Collective</h2>

<h2>Location: 50-56 Atchison Street, St Leonards</h2>

<h3>Developer: TWT Global</h3>

Property developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/twt-property-group">TWT Global</a>&nbsp;is expected to launch its highly anticipated $1 billion mixed-use St Leonards development, The Collective.

Last year the developer <a href="/news/nsw/exclusive-twt-global-secure-st-leonards-site-to-expand-1-billion-masterplan-the-collective">spent&nbsp;$35 million on 50-56 Atchison Street</a>, a 1080 sqm site which will be integrated into The Collective which will span&nbsp;nearly 9,500 sqm across multiple suburban blocks with three towers.

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TWT Global, who have developed NewLife Darling Harbour and NewLife Bondi Junction, are committed to fostering cultural vibrancy in St Leonards through its Creative Precinct initiative.

Launched in 2014, the Creative Precinct involves the conversion of several commercial buildings into creative spaces, including artist studios, galleries, rehearsal spaces, recording studios, arts business offices, and creative retail.

The initiative has already supported over 800 artists and creative businesses, providing the local creative community with over 4,000 square metres of subsidised space.

<h2>Project: Nelson Place</h2>

<h3>Location: 9-11 Nelson Street, Chatswood NSW 2067</h3>

<h3>Developer: VIMG</h3>

Developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/vimg">VIMG</a>&nbsp;is expected to push on with its&nbsp;<a href="/developments/chatswood-nsw-2067">Chatswood</a>&nbsp;project, <a href="/new-apartments/nelson-place-9-11-nelson-street-chatswood">Nelson Place</a>.

After collaboration with the&nbsp;<a href="/developments/willoughby-nsw-2068">Willoughby</a>&nbsp;Council and a design competition, VIMG has submitted a development application for two towers comprising&nbsp;193 apartments, down from the initially forecasted 300 apartments for the site.&nbsp;

The two and three-bedroom apartments are reported to be 15 to 20 per cent larger than the minimum guidelines outlined in the Apartment Development Guidelines.

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The towers, designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO</a>, will rise from a central public plaza with retail and commercial spaces, and landscaping by Land And Form Studios.

Nelson Place includes a landscaped podium roof for residents, featuring outdoor covered yoga and a pool deck positioned to take advantage of the north-facing aspect of the terrace.

The development will be within walking distance of the train station, a large shopping mall, and proximity to high-quality primary and secondary schools.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-vimg-plot-two-tower-chatswood-apartment-development-nelson-place">First look: VIMG plot two-tower Chatswood apartment development, Nelson Place</a>

<h2>Location: 44-52 Anderson Street, Chatswood</h2>

<h3>Developer: Bridgestone Projects</h3>

Sydney developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/bridgestone-projects">Bridgestone Projects</a>&nbsp;is another looking to change the Chatswood skyline.

They have plans in with council for a plans for a new $90 million apartment development on a 2,687 sqm site at 44-52 Anderson Street.

The proposed project is set to include two towers linked by a green spine and a retail and commercial podium.

Bridgestone is emphasising larger apartment configurations, with only six one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom apartments planned across the 25-level buildings.&nbsp;

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The majority of the units will be three-bedroom, duplex-style apartments occupying levels eight through 21.&nbsp;

Above level 22, the development will feature large sub-penthouses and penthouses, with the latter having private rooftop gardens.

The ground floor of the development will host 13 retail and commercial spaces along Anderson, O'Brien, and Day Streets, as well as eight townhouse-style apartments across two levels.&nbsp;

A co-working space will occupy part of level one and level two. Resident amenities on the second level will include a swimming pool, vertical community garden, outdoor gym, and barbecue facilities.

The winning design by architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/architects/make-architecture">MAKE Architecture</a>&nbsp;balances the scale of the towers with the heritage conservation areas.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/bridgestone-file-for-two-tower-chatswood-apartment-project">Bridgestone file for two-tower Chatswood apartment project</a>

<h2>Location: 629-639 Pacific Highway, Chatswood</h2>

<h3>Developer: Polytec</h3>

Another for Chatswood, which had a flurry of applications last year when the&nbsp;CBD boundary to the north was expanded which opened up more favourable height limits to zones previously strictly capped.

<a href="/developers/polytec-australia-development-pty-ltd">Polytec Australia Development</a>&nbsp;filed for a 27-story mixed-use tower with 53 apartments on a 1,184 sqm block at 629-637 Pacific Highway, currently occupied by two separate car service and repair businesses.

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The tower, designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a>, will include ground-floor retail and commercial spaces within the podium levels, sitting above five levels of basement car parking.&nbsp;

The tower will consist of two one-bedroom apartments, 22 two-bedroom apartments, 28 three-bedroom units, and a penthouse with four bedrooms.

Designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/pbd-architects" target="">PBD</a>&nbsp;Architects, the floor plates are optimised for solar access and cross-ventilation, with consideration given to neighbouring context and views.

The site is strategically located around 550 metres south of the Chatswood transport interchange and 750 metres from Chatswood's central retail precinct, providing convenient access to metro, rail, and bus services.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-chatswood-off-the-plan-apartment-development-pipeline-ramps-up">First look: Chatswood off the plan apartment development pipeline ramps up</a>

<h2>Location: 8 Wilson Street, Chatswood</h2>

<h3>Developer: Billbergia</h3>

Last one I promise. Prolific developer&nbsp;<a href="/builders/billbergia-construction">Billbergia</a>&nbsp;revealed its first residential development on the North Shore last year, a $170 million mixed-use development in Chatswood.

Billbergia's Development Director Saul Moran said the project's focus was on innovative live-work typologies to address the growing trend of flexible post-COVID working styles and working from home.&nbsp;

The proposed development comprises two slender 27-storey towers with 251 apartments rising above a two-storey commercial podium.

The podium includes a mix of uses such as retail, commercial showrooms, and flexible SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) style live-work offerings, catering to residents who prefer working remotely in a separate, comfortable, and private setting.&nbsp;

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Billbergia anticipates that the live-work design will resonate with the North Shore market, particularly as approximately 40 per cent of Australians now work from home at least part of the week, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Additionally, a 70-place childcare centre within the podium aims to provide convenience for working parents.&nbsp;

Residents will also have access to communal facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool, landscaped communal areas, and private open rooftop spaces.

The development incorporates landscaped, through-site pedestrian links, forming a cross-shaped laneway connection with retail tenancies and live-work spaces.&nbsp;

The project also places a strong emphasis on sustainability, with features such as rainwater harvesting, thermal buffers in the podium's landscaped areas, rooftop gardens to reduce rainwater runoff and provide insulation, and solar photovoltaic panels on the roof.&nbsp;

Construction is expected to commence in late 2024, subject to development approval.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/billbergia-focus-on-hybrid-remote-working-at-new-chatswood-apartment-development">Billbergia focus on hybrid, remote working at new Chatswood apartment development</a>

<h2>Location: 155-159 Herring Road, Macquarie Park</h2>

<h3>Developer: One Global Capital</h3>

Iwan Sunito's&nbsp;<a href="/developers/one-global-capital">One Global Capital</a>&nbsp;will hope to push the button on their Macquarie Park apartment development designed by Japanese architect&nbsp;<a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects" target="">Koichi Takada</a>.

Contrary to initial discussions of including a hotel, the development will consist of just over 300 apartments across three towers, as well as activated street-level spaces at 7-11 Lachlan Avenue and 157-159 Herring Road in Macquarie Park.&nbsp;

The Macquarie Park site was acquired as the largest collection sale in Australia in 2022.

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The apartment distribution includes 35 studio apartments, 149 two-bedroom apartments, 60 one-bedroom apartments, and 60 three-bedroom dwellings. The units range in size from 40 sqm studios to 199 sqm split-level, three-bedroom townhouses. The proposal also includes 'Plus' apartments featuring dedicated study spaces, responding to the rising trend of working from home.

The streetscape design aims to create a permeable pedestrian network and an active retail precinct along Herring Road, with Macquarie University railway station approximately 400 metres away.

One of the towers will feature amenities like indoor and outdoor recreation spaces, a swimming pool, play areas for children, barbecue areas, and rooftop gardens.

The development also includes sustainable initiatives such as rooftop solar panels generating 100 kWh of energy for common areas and corridors, high-performance double glazing within apartments, energy-efficient LED lighting, and electric vehicle charging stations.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/iwan-sunitos-one-global-capital-set-for-three-tower-macquarie-park-development">Iwan Sunito's One Global Capital set for three-tower Macquarie Park development</a>

<h2>Location: 45 McLaren Street, North Sydney</h2>

<h2>Developers: Podia &amp; CASA</h2>

Prominent Sydney developer Podia will be looking to launch their joint venture North Sydney development in 2024.

Podia and CASA are seeking to&nbsp;develop 71 dwellings, a mix of apartments and townhouses opposite the recently topped out AURA by Aqualand.

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The 14-level tower has been cleverly designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bates-smart" target="">Bates Smart</a>&nbsp;and features a striking stepped form which has the building stagger up to it's 14th level, allowing for a number of large terraces on the upper floors.

<a href="/architects/bates-smart" target="">Bates Smart</a>&nbsp;said the vision is&nbsp;for a sustainable, mixed-use building that provides exceptional dwellings which capitalise on the site’s location between North Sydney’s dense and thriving CBD and North Sydney’s Civic Precinct.

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Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-podia-and-casa-lodge-bates-smart-plans-for-walker-st-north-sydney-mixed-use-tower">First look: Podia and CASA lodge Bates Smart plans for Walker St, North Sydney mixed-use tower</a>

<h1>&nbsp;</h1>

We've got projects to look out for in Kurraba Point, Macquarie Park, St Leonards and Chatswood

The top nine off the plan apartment developments in northern Sydney look out for in 2024

Something you can never change in real estate is location.

Property itself can always be changed, whether it's a knockdown rebuild of a house, or a full renovation of an apartment. One thing that can't be changed is location.

Developer Sitecorp secured a prime spot for its latest <a href="/new-apartments/blacktown-nsw-2148">Blacktown apartment development</a> <a href="/new-apartments/dara-41-43-kildare-road-blacktown">DARA on Kildare Road</a>, conveniently yet quietly set just off Balmoral Street, where Blacktown's Westpoint, one of Blacktown's two major shopping precincts, is located.

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Westpoint has over 260 retailers and food and beverage options, with the main retailers including Coles, Woolworth and Aldi, Kmart, Big W and Priceline. One of the HOYTS Xtremescreens is the largest standard cinema screen in the country.

Westpoint is next door to Blacktown Train Station, which will connect DARA residents to the city in under 40 minutes.

Blacktown is also home to Sydney's last remaining Drive in Theatre, the Skyline Drive In, a 10-minute drive from DARA. The site for the theatre is also home to Blacktown Markets every Sunday.

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Skyline is also next door to Raging Waters, one of Sydney's top water parks. For more family friendly attraction's there's&nbsp;Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Sydney Premier Karting Parlk, both also within a 10-minute drive from DARA.

Blacktown has a diverse cultural population, which is reflected in the dining scene. There's traditional Burmese food at Sun's Burmese Kitchen to African delights at Gursha Ethiopian Restaurant. Other culinary options include BT Korean barbecue, Radhe Chatpata House for vegetarian Indian, and Blacktown Chopsticks for traditional Chinese fare.

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Beyond the retail and culinary scene, residents of Dara will appreciate the proximity to parklands such as The Blacktown Showground and Joseph Frank Park, just a couple of hundred metres from its doorstep.

Designed by Urban Link, Dara comprises <a href="/news/nsw/why-the-latest-blacktown-apartment-development-offers-the-best-value-for-money-in-sydney">67 affordable apartments</a> in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, including a limited selection of spacious garden apartments featuring expansive private courtyards.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/why-the-latest-blacktown-apartment-development-offers-the-best-value-for-money-in-sydney">Why the latest Blacktown apartment development offers the best value for money in Sydney</a>

Dara is currently in the construction phase, with completion anticipated in early 2025.

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Blacktown's most connected apartment development: How DARA's prime location sets it apart 

Sydney's inner ring suburbs are continuing to gentrify, and with that gentrification comes the want for new apartments.

Last year&nbsp;I remember speaking to Sal Quah, Deputy Managing Director at Melbourne-based developer ICD Property. He said Sydney is like Australia's New York.

"If you've done it [developed] in Sydney, then you've made it," Quah said, admitting that Sydney had always been on the radar for the prolific Melbourne CBD developer.

Indeed Sydney ranks fifth in Knight Frank's Global Prime Residential Forecast for 2024, with five per cent growth predicted ranking the harbour capital ahead of the likes of Miami and Monaco and on par with Madrid and Dubai.

While a number of city-changing projects are underway in the Sydney CBD and the surrounds, we've looked past those and to some major, and some more boutique projects which are likely to be available to purchase in 2024.

<h2>Project: City Tattersalls Club</h2>

<h3>Location: 194-204 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000</h3>

<h3>Developer: ICD Property</h3>

Melbourne-based developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/icd-property">ICD Property</a>&nbsp;and their joint venture partners, Singapore-listed First Sponsor, will be looking to launch their redevelopment of the <a href="/new-apartments/sydney-house-194-204-pitt-street-sydney">City Tattersall Club</a> this year, having already started construction on the landmark project.

The redevelopment involves the construction of a new 50-level tower above the restored, heritage listed parts of the original building. The tower will home 241 apartments and a high-end hotel with around 110 rooms.

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Located in the heart of Pitt Street near Westfield’s entertainment, dining, and shopping precinct, as well as Hyde Park, the residences are expected to offer a prime location with uninterrupted water views, connectivity, amenities, and location.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/expert-insights/how-icd-became-the-go-to-development-partner-for-australias-biggest-councils">How ICD became the go-to development partner for Australia's biggest councils</a>

<a href="/builders/richard-crookes-constructions">Richard Crookes Constructions</a> has been appointed as the builder for the redevelopment project.

Project architects <a href="/architects/fjmt">fjmt</a> and <a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN Architecture</a> will work with the builder to deliver guest rooms and residences that pay homage to the site's heritage significance.

The project is expected to support more than 1,600 jobs during the construction phase and create significant long-term economic benefits once completed. Construction completion is expected in 2026.

<h2>Project: Fig &amp; Wattle</h2>

<h2>Location: 14-26 Wattle Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009</h2>

<h2>Developer: Landream</h2>

<a href="/developers/landream">Landream</a>&nbsp;will be looking to advance their plans in Pyrmont for their $330 million, multi-building development, Fig &amp; Wattle.

Landream is set to capitalise on the $750 million Sydney Fish Markets redevelopment at Blackwattle Bay, adjacent from the 12,381 sqm Wattle Street site they bought from the Sydney City Council in 2021.

Sydney-based architecture firm BVN won the design competition, a competition which the City of Sydney Council makes all large-scale developments go through.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-exclusive-landreams-330-million-mixed-use-pyrmont-plans-revealed">First look exclusive: Landream's $330 million mixed-use Pyrmont plans revealed</a>

The development will comprise five buildings, with four housing a total of 237 apartments, featuring a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units.

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The fifth building will be dedicated to commercial and office space.

One residential building will include a recreation centre with two multi-purpose indoor courts and a childcare centre.

BVN's design statement emphasises sustainability initiatives, including rainwater storage, rooftop landscaping, natural light, and ventilation for apartments, as well as efficient services like extensive bicycle parking and composting facilities.

<h2>Project: Green Square</h2>

<h2>Location: 960A Bourke Street, Zetland</h2>

<h2>Developer: Mirvac</h2>

<a href="/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a> will be hoping to launch their next phase of the Green Square redevelopment in <a href="/developments/zetland-nsw-2017">Zetland</a> this year, pending council approvals.

The Green Square redevelopment has been a long-standing collaboration between Mirvac and <a href="/developers/landcom">Landcom</a> since 2012.

Over the past decade, the focus has been on a 13.7-hectare block around the Green Square Train Station, leading to the construction of apartments, food and beverage establishments, a library, and a primary school.

The latest $315 million plans are for&nbsp;three towers, two designed by <a href="/architects/tzannes-architects">Tzannes Architects</a> and one by <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a>, in collaboration with Mirvac's in-house design team.

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First look:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-mirvac-continue-green-square-transformation-with-three-tower-mixed-use-development">First look: Mirvac continue Green Square transformation with three-tower mixed-use development</a>

The amalgamated 3,688 sqm block will flank the Green Square central plaza.

Tzannes designed a 19-level and a 14-level building which will have 124 and 183 apartments respectively, mostly two-bedroom apartments, and a few two and three-bedroom townhouses. They will feature 14 retail spaces at their base.

Meanwhile, the 21-level building designed by Bates Smart will have a further 77 apartments with a mix shifted towards larger owner-occupied dwellings.

Over 1,000 residents have already moved into the precinct, with another three projects, Portman on the Park, The Frederick, and Portman House, <a href="/news/nsw/mirvac-tops-out-three-green-square-apartment-projects">recently topping out</a>.

<h2>Project: One Sydney Park</h2>

<h3>Location: 205-225 Euston Road, Alexandria NSW 2015</h3>

<h3>Developer: HPG Australia</h3>

2024 is likely to be the year&nbsp;<a href="/developers/hpg-australia">HPG Australia</a> relaunch their transformative <a href="/new-apartments/one-sydney-park-215-euston-road-alexandria">One Sydney Park</a> development in <a href="/developments/alexandria-nsw-2015">Alexandria</a>.

The development, which faced launch challenges given it was launched right before the pandemic shut the country down, is set to repurpose a historically significant yet previously underutilised 2.1-hectare former warehousing site within Sydney Park.

One Sydney Park comprises eight low-rise buildings designed to house one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, luxurious penthouses, and terraces.

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The project is designed by a string of award-winning architects including&nbsp;<a href="/builders/mhn-design-union">MHN Design Union</a>&nbsp;and Silvester Fuller, in collaboration with renowned international interior firm <a href="/architects/make-architecture">Make Architecture</a>&nbsp;and landscape designers from <a href="/architects/sue-barnsley-design">Sue Barnsley Design</a>.

Most units offer park views and come with private courtyards, with some terraces opening directly onto Sydney Park. There's a series of rooftop terraces with community gardens.

<h2>Project: Farr Street</h2>

<h2>Location: 41-47 Farr Street, Marrickville</h2>

<h2>Developer: Rebel and Braxton</h2>

<a href="/developers/rebel-property-group">Rebel Property Group</a> and <a href="/developers/braxton-capital">Braxton</a> will be launching their recently approved Marrickville project, the first residential development in the newly rezoned Timber Yards Precinct in <a href="/developments/marrickville-nsw-2204">Marrickville</a>.&nbsp;

The PBD-designed project is designed with a focus on owner-occupiers, catering to the needs of the changing and vibrant Marrickville community.

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More than 50 per cent of the residences will be large three-bedroom apartments, targeting young families and older couples looking for modern living options in Marrickville.

The joint venture partners has also acquired the neighbouring 37 Farr Street where they are planning a community pocket park with amenities such as a children's playground, BBQ, seating, and lush landscaping.

Inner Sydney's top five off the plan apartment developments to look out for in 2024 

New developer PERIFA announced itself into the Sydney off the plan development space in 2023 when they revealed plans to redevelop a significant site on Sydney Harbour.

Teaming up with Justin Brown's Abadeen, the joint venture partners will <a href="/news/nsw/perifa-and-abadeen-to-create-putney-waterfront-precinct-putney-wharf-residences">redevelop Putney's historic&nbsp;Halvorsen boatshed site</a> to create a 15,870 sqm lifestyle precinct on the water.

There's nothing new however about <a href="/developers/perifa">PERIFA</a> in terms of its experience in the development industry.

With everything going on at PERIFA, Apartments.com.au CEO Mike Bird caught up with development industry veteran, PERIFA Co-Founder and Managing Director Fabrizio Perilli, to talk about off the plan development in Sydney and the plans for PERIFA.

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Perilli is the president of the&nbsp;Property Council&nbsp;of Australia's NSW&nbsp;division and Managing Director of PERIFA's parent firm Versatile Group who has been developing and constructing high-end residential developments predominantly across the north shore for a number of years.

The former TOGA CEO says having the construction arm in Versatile&nbsp;brings a lot of confidence to the buyer.

"They know what they're going to get [with this model,"&nbsp;Perilli says.

"We're putting a lot of work in in regards to our schemes and making sure they're buildable, at the right price point, meeting the right quality.

"I really believe in the vertically integrated model and I think it has a massive advantage compared to the third party model."

PERIFA be looking at advancing the plans for the Putney project, dubbed Pier 20, this year. They'll be creating a community with&nbsp;a waterfront dining and commercial precinct within the restored Halvorsen boatshed, two three-level apartment buildings, 18 three-level townhouses, and a 36-berth marina.

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Perilli says it's one of those iconic projects you only get to do every so often in your career.

"Putney has been a bit of a hidden gem for many years, and the chance you get to redevelop a wharf building into 19 amazing apartments is quite unique. You don't get many chances to do that many times in your life."

Perilli expects the buyer pool to come from a market which is in the proximity of Putney like Hunters Hill and Gladesville.

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&nbsp;

Michael Bird

How PERIFA's vertically integrated model brings confidence to off the plan apartment buyers: Five minutes with PERIFA Co-Founder Fabrizio Perilli

Given the further interest rate rises in 2023, it was no surprise to anyone that the dominant buyer demographic in the off the plan property market was downsizer.

Not subject to large mortgages given they're selling their longtime family home and looking for something smaller, downsizers are the only buyer camp who doesn't tend to need to look at what moves the RBA are making each month.

It's particularly the case in Sydney where the price of houses has skyrocketed more than any other capital over the last two to three decades. That's put an astronomical amount of money in their pockets which they'd struggle to spend even downsizing to the most luxurious apartment.

We've looked at our data to see which were the most popular suburbs for downsizers on Urban in 2023.

<h2>Castle Hill</h2>

Situated in Sydney's northwest, Castle Hill has emerged as a top pick for both rightsizers and downsizers. The area is being given a facelift with the $1 billion Metro Showground redevelopment and the introduction of the new Sydney Metro, connecting residents to the city in as little as half an hour.

Popular with downsizers who were both buying the penthouse size apartments as well as amalgamating is Grand Reve, the Garthowen Crescent development by luxury home builder turned developer Kassis Homes.

Billed as the most prestigious development in the Hills area, Grand Reve comprises to buildings – one 12 storeys and the other 16 storeys. Kassis were clever in the design phase, developing floorplate which lent themselves to apartment amalgamations should the question be posed.

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McGrath Projects Associate Director Adam Sparkes said the majority of the purchasers throughout the whole campaign have been downsizers and rightsizers.

Hills District local Lillian took just a month to decide Grand Reve was where she wanted to downsize to.

"At Grand Reve, I feel as though I’m in a leafy, quiet family suburb but also incredibly close to a mega shopping centre with good retailers, entertainment and restaurants," Lillian says, adding that the metro also being close by is "win-win".

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Lillian purchased a three-bedroom apartment, emphasising that the sunshine aspect and the view from the apartment were important features for her.

"Grand Reve has quality, good design and size, and the location is excellent.

"Functionality and design are both important and foremost in my thoughts, being middle-aged, well versed in life experiences, busy and ready for refinement and minimal fuss."

<h2>North Sydney</h2>

Known for its vibrant atmosphere and strategic location, North Sydney remains one of the top favourites for downsizers looking to maintain an urban connection amidst picturesque parks and cultural attractions.

Aura by Aqualand in North Sydney has become the preferred choice for downsizers as the development checks all the essential boxes.

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First and foremost, the size and aspects of the apartments at AURA align with the downsizer brief. AURA's oversized apartments exceed the North Sydney Council's minimum building requirements by a large margin.&nbsp;

The standard size for a two-bedroom apartment in the area is 80 sqm, with AURA’s measuring 95 sqm, plus a wintergarden, making them well over 100 sqm in total.

AURA’s design was revised three times to increase the size of the apartments, with the initial plan decreasing from 448 residences to 386.

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The location of Aura in North Sydney has been an important driver in purchasers. Being situated in the heart of the city's activities, the development places downsizers amid the happenings.&nbsp;

The convenience of ground-level amenities, including retail and commercial options right at the doorstep, adds a layer of accessibility and ease to daily life.&nbsp;

Additionally, local amenities, such as nearby hospitality establishments, further enhance the appeal. Meanwhile, surrounding transportation hubs ensure downsizers remain well-connected to the broader urban landscape.

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<h2>Gosford</h2>

Gosford has long been known as the gateway to the Central Coast. Now it's undergoing a full transformation and is becoming a sought-after suburb in its own right.

Taking advantage of the demand in Gosford is&nbsp;TQM and Ace Property Group, who are joint venture partners on what will soon be one of the area's most striking buildings, The Grand Gosford. The project has proven popular with Central Coast locals who want to sell their family home yet move somewhere where there's a significant lifestyle precinct.

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The 18-level tower designed by Kann Finch comprises one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, providing panoramic views of the water or the broader Central Coast district. The apartments sit above a podium level which homes a glass-bottomed swimming pool set in&nbsp;extensive landscaping with lounge and dining areas.

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Situated towards the southern end of Mann Street, The Grand enjoys convenient Central Coast Highway access and is within 700 metres of Gosford Train Station. This accessibility facilitates an easy commute to the city and exploration of nearby beaches, forest reserves, and beachfront national parks. The project is slated for completion in late 2025.

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Gosford's strategic location and connectivity via the Sydney Olympic Park Ferry make it an enticing choice for those seeking a vibrant yet relaxed lifestyle.

<h2>Bondi Junction</h2>

Bondi Junction has been starved of quality downsizer stock to cater for those looking for the connected lifestyle in the Eastern Suburbs. No other eastern suburb is as well connected by transport, with extensive retail and hospitality amenity, as Bondi Junction.

For those reasons, as well as developer Stargate's history in the suburb and the striking designs of SJB, that The Centennial Collection has been a hit with downsizers.

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Ray White have been handling the sales of the project on the fringe of Centennial Park, with projects partner Marcello Bo saying he's never seen so much appetite for customisation from downsizers.

Most downsizers have come from the local area, but there's been a number from the North Shore who have seen The Centennial Collection as the best opportunity to buy this level of luxury on the fringe of Sydney's best park.

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Positioned on one of the highest points in the eastern suburbs, Centennial Collection features 70 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments with wrap-around balconies capturing panoramic views of the harbour, city skyline, and Centennial Park.&nbsp;

Described as a "castle high on the hill," The Centennial Collection sets a new benchmark for luxurious interiors and amenities, including two house-sized penthouses with rooftop swimming pools and terraces.

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The development's iconic gateway location overlooking Centennial Park and proximity to Woollahra's Queen Street offers an enviable lifestyle with access to hatted restaurants, wine bars, shopping, and schools.&nbsp;The project includes curated ground-level retail, creating a vibrant village setting adding to what Bondi Junction already offers.

Construction for The Centennial Collection is set for completion by the end of 2025.&nbsp;

Downsizers have been looking all over Sydney to find their next home

Sydney's top four suburbs for downsizers in 2023

Developer Legacy Property has teamed up with the Illawarra Coke Company to create The Works, a new community in Corrimal north of <a href="/new-apartments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong</a>, following the rezoning of just over 18-hectares of land formerly occupied by the Corel Coke Works on Railway Street.

Sales will launch this year for the new community, which will comprise of multiple&nbsp;low to mid-rise apartment buildings and townhouses, with a mix of one to four-bedroom dwellings on offer and some with&nbsp;scenic views of the escarpment.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> aims to establish a vibrant focal point within a connected, walkable neighbourhood between the coast and the escarpment.

The unique location will be transformed into a residential community comprising around 550 dwellings, new parks, and a heritage precinct celebrating the site's history. The <a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">first stage</a> will see 181 apartments released.

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With a commitment to affordable housing, <a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> includes 35 affordable dwellings in the overall master plan approval.

Valued at $600 million, <a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works </a>incorporates the adaptive reuse of significant heritage elements from the Coke Works, such as the iconic 1912 brick chimney, part of the original C1 Coke oven battery, as well as the former powerhouse building.

Legacy Property engaged with the local Corrimal community through a Community Consultation session last November, allowing residents to pose questions and gain insights into the demolition process and the planned reuse of heritage items.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> is expected to be <a href="/new-apartments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong's</a> first&nbsp;5-Star Green Star-rated community, with sustainability a key focus in the design, construction and operation of the project.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works Corrimal</a> emphasises the reuse of original materials and responsibly sourced new materials, aiming to reduce construction and demolition waste to landfills by at least 80 per cent.&nbsp;

The creek riparian zone will be restored with 150,000 native plantings, promoting biodiversity and creating a landscape buffer for visiting flying foxes.&nbsp;Water-sensitive urban design will also ensure that every drop of water is left in a better state.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> plans to integrate these sustainable and rehabilitation efforts with new green open spaces, community gardens, and recreational facilities supporting a healthy, active lifestyle.&nbsp;

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The Southern Park and riparian corridor, spanning over seven hectares, will feature a nature play area for children, a half basketball court, a multipurpose fenced area, and community gardens.&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> will also offer active transport links, a dog park, a heritage plaza, neighbourhood shops, and a proposed childcare centre.

Conveniently located near Corrimal Town Centre and within walking distance of the coastline, the precinct encompasses Corrimal Station, ensuring excellent connectivity to the Sydney CBD via rail.

Situated less than seven kilometres from the heart of <a href="/new-apartments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/the-works-stage-one-27-railway-street-corrimal">The Works</a> provides future residents access to a thriving hub of employment, extensive shopping options, entertainment, WIN Stadium for sporting events, <a href="/new-apartments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong</a> Hospital, and the University of <a href="/new-apartments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong</a>.

Demolition of other structures commenced late last year and is expected to continue for at least the next six months.

Valued at $600 million, The Works incorporates the adaptive reuse of significant heritage elements from the Coke Works, such as the iconic 1912 brick chimney, part of the original C1 Coke oven battery, the former powerhouse building

Wollongong set for new masterplan as The Works Corrimal precinct revealed

Wollongong is to the Illawarra Region what the Eastern Suburbs are to Sydneysiders. It's the place to be. Its beaches, lifestyle, and culture, are just a handful of the reasons why prospective buyers are lining up to call Wollongong home.

Over the last two decades in particular, Wollongong has become the hub of the region, with extensive development of retail and hospitality precincts, the introduction of the electrified train line in the early 1990s, and hospitals and other industries making it the anchor point for all those who live in the district.

Wollongong has also become a realistic and viable option as a place to live for those who have previously been more central to Sydney, given the train network and the new way of working from home.

Wollongong is thriving with multiple suburbs having their own distinct personalities contributing to Wollongong’s culture.

The majority of the development has been in what locals call the "Wollongong CBD" changing the landscape of the city, while&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.urban.com.au/developments/north-wollongong-nsw&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1705008823631000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2J50W8pSSAjqmY2F7doGTB" href="/developments/north-wollongong-nsw-2500" target="_blank">North Wollongong</a>, benefitting from all of the new investment in Wollongong, has arguably retained its charm and stunning coastal views and lifestyle. There's also&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.urban.com.au/developments/north-wollongong-nsw&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1705008823631000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2J50W8pSSAjqmY2F7doGTB" href="/developments/north-wollongong-nsw-2500" target="_blank">North Wollongong</a>&nbsp;Beach, popular with surfers, swimmers, and pet owners.

North Wollongong is of course the home of the University of Wollongong, which has seen it attract both first time renters and first home buyers looking to live near where they study. There's also the mum and dad investor who have earmarked an apartment for their student-age children. There's also North Wollongong Beach, popular with surfers, swimmers, and pet owners.

Due to the size of North Wollongong, just 136 hectares, there's not too much opportunity to buy a brand new apartment. Comparatively the suburb of Wollongong is almost 10 times North Wollongong. A size of a suburb&nbsp;always tells us there's unlikely going to be an oversupply, which helps support prices for the long term.

iCIRT-rated builder developer MODCO Constructions has been clever in its approach to its nearly completed North Wollongong apartment development, Heritage Wollongong.

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They've catered for a number of different lifestyle in the five-level project at 37 Virginia Street, under 500 metres from North Beach. Despite only having 22 apartments, they've had PRD Architects design the floorplans so they're offering one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, which will appeal to everyone from first home buyers and investors to rightsizers and downsizers.

PRD Architects had to be strategic in their approach to the design of the building. They had to work with a heritage-listed Magnolia tree, which now forms the focal point of the landscaped gardens.

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The apartments feature a free-flowing design and hardwood European oak flooring throughout. The open plan kitchen and living and dining area opens to private outdoor terraces which are designed to offer both alfresco dining and allow for maximum natural light to flood the living spaces. There's also a private terrace off the master bedroom in some apartments.

Expansive outdoor terraces flood the home with abundant natural light, extending the living spaces and providing a tranquil streetscape backdrop for alfresco gatherings and dining.

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The kitchens feature stone benchtops, Polyurethane cabinetry, Parisi tapware, and AEG appliances, while the bathrooms feature freestanding bathtubs, an open shower, and floor to ceiling tiles.

Modco has a history in the Illawara region, recently completing Aire Wollongong. They also have plans for a new development on 30 Bourke Street, North Wollongong, and 10 Pleasant Avenue in the same suburb.&nbsp;

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North Wollongong: The coastal cool on the fringe of the city

Blacktown is set to receive one of its most well price pointed, visually striking apartment developments to date with DARA, a contemporary five-level building in the heart of the central Western Sydney suburb.

Builder Sitecorp has already started construction on the collection of just 67 apartments, which are slated for completion in early 2025.

Every one, two and three-bedroom apartment ticks the&nbsp;box for $0 stamp duty, with every two and three-bedroom unit falling under the NSW Government's $800k stamp duty concession threshold.

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There's also the $10,000 NSW First Home Owner&nbsp;Grant for apartments up to $600,000, which captures a number of the entry-level two-bedroom apartments in DARA. The developer has also teamed up with Coposit for their $10k deposit scheme, where a buyer pays a $10,000 deposit before paying down the rest of the deposit in instalments.

The prices at DARA come in well below other comparable new developments in the nearby Merrylands and Auburn areas.

While mostly targeting owner-occupiers, astute investors are likely to be looking at the apartments given the low entry point and the likelihood of around five per cent yields, as well as strong depreciation allowances.

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Investors will too be looking at the 56 per cent population increase forecasted by the Blacktown City Council between now and 2041. Blacktown will act as the central hub to the population boom, which will see residents in the local government area jump from just under 400,000 to over 625,000.

Architecturally designed by Urban Link, the apartments feature spacious living areas designed to maximise natural light.&nbsp;The kitchens are designed with a focus on functionality and modern simplicity and are equipped with quality integrated appliances.

The garden apartments feature expansive private courtyards.

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Residents will have access to the shared rooftop which has been designed for activities from yoga to sunset gatherings with panoramic views over the city.

DARA is ideally located across the road from Blacktown Showground and 100 metres from Blacktown Train Station and Westpoint Shopping Centre. 
 
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DARA is ideally located across the road from Blacktown Showground and 100 metres from Blacktown Train Station and Westpoint Shopping Centre

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