Not all apartment amenities are immediately visible.

Swimming pools, gyms, rooftop terraces and residents' lounges have long featured on buyers' wishlists, but as the way Australians live has changed, so too have the features that make apartment living more convenient.

Increasingly, buyers are placing value on the practical aspects of day-to-day life. Fast internet, EV charging, secure bike storage, flexible workspaces and parcel management are becoming just as relevant as lifestyle amenities, reflecting changing habits and expectations.

Online shopping has been one of the biggest drivers of that shift.

Australians spent a record $82.6 billion shopping online in 2025, with almost one in every four retail dollars now spent digitally, making parcel deliveries a routine part of everyday life rather than an occasional convenience.

For apartment residents, however, receiving those deliveries isn't always straightforward.

Without someone home to accept a parcel, deliveries can be redirected to a nearby Post Office, left in building foyers or common areas, or require building management to temporarily store packages. As apartment living continues to grow across Australia's cities, parcel management has become an increasingly important consideration for both residents and developers.

Australia Post's Parcel Locker network is one response to that shift.

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Rather than relying on home delivery, eligible parcels can be directed to a nominated Parcel Locker, where they're securely stored until collected. Once a parcel arrives, residents receive a notification through the AusPost app or SMS and can retrieve it using a one-time code or QR code at a time that suits them.

The network has expanded to more than 1,500 locations nationwide, with Parcel Lockers positioned at Post Offices, shopping centres, supermarkets, transport hubs and, increasingly, within or alongside residential developments.

That growing presence reflects a broader change in how apartment buildings are being planned.

Developers are increasingly considering the operational side of apartment living alongside traditional lifestyle amenities. Just as secure mailrooms, bicycle storage and EV charging have become more common inclusions, parcel management is emerging as another feature that supports everyday convenience.

It also helps preserve the arrival experience within a building. Carefully designed lobbies and communal spaces can quickly become cluttered when deliveries accumulate, while secure parcel solutions reduce the likelihood of missed deliveries or parcels being left unattended.

For buyers comparing apartments, these everyday details are becoming part of the decision-making process.

Location, floorplans and finishes remain fundamental, but the features that simplify daily life are carrying greater weight than they once did. As online shopping continues to shape consumer behaviour, secure parcel delivery is increasingly becoming another amenity worth looking for.

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Parcel delivery is joining the apartment amenity checklist

Inca Property Group has lodged a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) for Dawn, a 53-apartment oceanfront development overlooking Mona Vale Beach.

The proposal, at 35-39 Darley Street East, would replace an existing 18-apartment strata building with a new owner-occupier-focused development comprising 53 two and three-bedroom apartments, including nine affordable built-to-rent residences delivered under the State's infill affordable housing scheme.

Positioned on a 2,679 sqm elevated site around 280 metres from Mona Vale Beach, the development has been designed to maximise panoramic ocean views while responding to the site's sloping topography.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/inca-property-group">Inca Property Group</a> Managing Director Josh Thompson said the State Significant pathway provided greater certainty for projects of this scale.

"This State Significant pathway gives the team real certainty to progress <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/dawn-35-39-darley-street-east-mona-vale-nsw-2103">Dawn</a> through to completion," Thompson said.

"It allows us to acquire a one-off site, design it carefully and deliver the right offering for the suburb, assessed by the NSW Government's planning department."

The project is one of the first developments in the area to be assessed under the NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy, with the site sitting on the edge of the policy's designated inner area.

The proposal includes three basement levels providing 124 car spaces, alongside a range of resident amenities including a swimming pool, gym, sauna, wellness facilities and private plunge pools for selected ground-floor and penthouse apartments.

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Thompson said Dawn had been designed specifically for owner-occupiers and downsizers, a buyer profile that has driven demand across Inca's recent Upper North Shore developments.

"The majority of buyers in our recent North Shore projects have been downsizers, and we are learning exactly what this market is looking for. Beyond the location itself, we have included resort-style amenities to deliver a genuine lifestyle offering," Thompson said.

Located within walking distance of Mona Vale Beach, the town centre, Mona Vale Golf Club and the Royal Motor Yacht Club, Dawn represents Inca's first Northern Beaches project following the sell-out of Tara on Park in Waitara and Ellis Residences, currently under construction in St Ives.

Construction will be undertaken by Inca's in-house construction arm, GOP Constructions.

Dawn is the latest major apartment proposal for Mona Vale, with the suburb emerging as one of the key beneficiaries of the NSW Government's new Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy.

New developer One Living, led by industry veteran Joseph Scuderi, recently secured a site on Mona Vale Road, on the border of Mona Vale and Pymble, where it is planning around 140 apartments.

IPM is also planning its third project in Mona Vale, significantly increasing the scale of its previous developments with an 82-apartment proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/159-167-darley-street-west-mona-vale-nsw-2103">159-167 Darley Street West</a>, opposite Bayview Golf Course and less than 800 metres from Mona Vale town centre.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/one-living-enters-sydneys-new-apartment-market-with-northern-beaches-site-acquisition">One Living enters Sydney's new apartment market with Northern Beaches site acquisition</a>

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-ipm-plans-third-mona-vale-project">First look: IPM plans third Mona Vale project</a>

First look: Inca eyes Mona Vale with State Significant DA for Dawn apartments

Seasoned Victorian apartment developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/central-equity">Central Equity</a> has logged more than $400 million in sales in its luxury apartment project Palmera Residences at Northcliffe on the Gold Coast.&nbsp;

Central Equity Director Karl Kutner said the sales result reflected a combination of location, product quality and delivery certainty with the project already under construction by building powerhouse Multiplex.&nbsp;

"Surpassing $400 million in sales since launch is a significant milestone and an outstanding endorsement of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/palmera-residences-gold-coast-18-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Palmera Residences</a>,” he said.&nbsp;

"We believe one of the key reasons for this strong result is the confidence purchasers have in knowing the project is under construction with Multiplex. Buyers are increasingly looking for certainty. They want to know that the project they commit to today will be delivered by an experienced team with a proven track record."&nbsp;

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Kutner said it was clear there was still high demand for luxury projects that offered certainty of delivery.&nbsp;

“We are in a market where many residential developments have faced delays due to rising construction costs, labour shortages and financing challenges,” said Kutner.&nbsp;

"But having construction underway has provided our buyers with resounding confidence backed by more than 40 years of development delivery by Central Equity combined with construction by one of Australia's most respected construction companies."&nbsp;

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Central Equity is one of Australia's most experienced privately-owned property developers. Over more than four decades, the company has delivered in excess of 85 residential developments including 10,000 apartments and many thousands of stand alone homes.&nbsp;

Located on Garfield Terrace at Northcliffe, between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Palmera Residences occupies one of the Gold Coast's most sought after beachside locations. The development has been designed to appeal to owner occupiers seeking premium residences that combine generous living spaces and resort style amenities.&nbsp;

Palmera Residences will feature an exceptional collection of resort style amenities, including two swimming pools: a generously sized family pool with safe shallow zones for relaxed recreation, and a 20 metre lap pool positioned to maximise all day sunlight.&nbsp;

Residents will also enjoy exclusive access to wellness and recreational facilities including a magnesium pool, sauna, yoga studio, expansive fitted gymnasium, resident lounge, outdoor BBQ’s&nbsp;and indoor and outdoor dining areas, together with a dedicated concierge and luxurious hotel inspired entrance foyer.&nbsp;

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A unique feature at Palmera Residences has been designed to enhance the Gold Coast lifestyle which includes both indoor and outdoor gymnasium facilities, together with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor dining and entertaining areas. A corner café has also been incorporated to provide residents with a destination for their everyday needs.&nbsp;

Kutner said buyer demand had been broad based with purchasers attracted from interstate as well as throughout South East Queensland.&nbsp;

"We're seeing strong interest from owner occupiers, lifestyle buyers and people relocating to the Gold Coast. Many purchasers have been searching for a premium beachside residence where quality, design and delivery are equally important."&nbsp;

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Kutner said the sales milestone was an important achievement, but the focus remained firmly on delivering an exceptional development.&nbsp;

"While reaching $400 million in sales is an important milestone, our priority remains delivering a project that exceeds purchaser expectations,” he said.&nbsp;

"Palmera Residences has been designed to become one of the Gold Coast's landmark residential addresses, and we look forward to welcoming our purchasers to their new homes."&nbsp;

There are a limited number of residences remaining in selected configurations with pricing from $2,950,000 to $8,950,000. Palmera Residences is also crowned by expansive penthouses with wrap around views.

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Construction certainty and strong buyer demand drive major sales result for luxury Gold Coast development

Palmera Residences fly out the door as sales pass $400 million

National property developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/goldfields-group">Goldfields</a> has appointed BINAH as its construction partner for Quartet, its new Brisbane apartment development in the undersupplied suburb of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a>.

Located just two kilometres from the Brisbane CBD and moments from key 2032 Olympic precincts, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/quartet-milton-33-manning-street-milton-qld-4064">Quartet</a> will deliver 131 one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments priced from $1 million to $4.2 million, combining elevated design with a wellness-focused lifestyle offering.&nbsp;

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Goldfields’ Chief Executive Officer, Lachlan Thompson, said the appointment of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/binah-constructions">BINAH</a> marked an important milestone for the project.&nbsp;

“Bringing BINAH on board as our construction partner will allow us to bring our vision for Quartet forward with a team that has a proven track record of delivering high-quality residential projects,” Thompson said.&nbsp;

“We’ve taken a considered approach to progressing the site because we wanted to deliver the whole package. Buyers ultimately back great developers, great projects and great builders, and with Quartet, we’ve made sure all three line up.

“People want certainty, they want to know the project will be built, that the homes will be delivered as promised, and that the developer stands behind the quality of what they create. That’s something Goldfields has built its reputation on over many years.”&nbsp;

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BINAH’s Managing Director, Khalil Hafza, said the company was proud to be partnering with Goldfields to deliver Quartet.&nbsp;

“Quartet is an exciting project to bring to life, particularly given the level of detail in the residences and the extensive rooftop amenity planned for the building,” Mr Hafza said.&nbsp;

“Our focus is on delivering a high-quality build that brings that design vision to life and creates homes residents will enjoy for many years.”&nbsp;

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The facilities at Quartet have been feared towards the roof, with a&nbsp;25 metre lap pool, spa, sauna and cold plunge, and a communal barbecue area and alfresco.

Town planning was designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> and brought to life by Melbourne-based architecture firm Cera Stribley.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/cera-stribley">Cera Stribley</a> Co-Founder and Managing Principal, Dom Cerantonio, said the project responds to both its riverside setting and Brisbane’s evolving urban character.&nbsp;

“Quartet has been designed to sit comfortably within its riverside context, offering a refined take on urban living through well-planned, generously proportioned residences that will stand the test of time,” Mr Cerantonio said.&nbsp;

“An emphasis on natural light, natural textures and carefully selected finishes from timber and marble to premium appliances, creates calm, considered interiors designed for comfort and long-term liveability.”&nbsp;

Construction of Quartet will commence in July 2026, with completion anticipated in Q4 2028.

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Construction to commence on 131-residence tower designed around wellness-focused living

Goldfields appoints BINAH for Quartet apartments in Milton

The first partnership between national developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/fortis">Fortis</a> and Adelaide-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/otello">Otello</a> has made a strong start, with the pair securing $21 million in unconditional sales at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/one-four-four-hutt-adelaide-144-hutt-street-adelaide-sa-5000">One Four Four Hutt</a>&nbsp;on the edge of the Adelaide CBD.

Over a third of apartments have been snapped up in the boutique 44-apartment project on the corner of Hutt Stret and Wakefield Road. Local downsizers and owner-occupiers wanting to remain in Adelaide's tightly-held southeast quarter have been the most prominent purchasers.

The DKO-designed, mixed-use development is one of the few new apartment projects in the precinct, an area where new housing supply has remained limited despite continued demand from buyers wanting to stay close to the CBD, Victoria Park and Adelaide's established east-end amenities.

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Fortis Head of Development SA Arthur Dendrinos said the early sales reflected both the strength of the local owner-occupier market and confidence in the Hutt Street location.

"The level of early commitment reflects the confidence local buyers have in the Hutt Street precinct," Dendrinos said.

"Many purchasers are long-term east-end residents who love the area and want to stay connected to the neighbourhood. They recognise the value of a well-designed, well-located development.

"Our partnership with Otello has been central to this success, and the number of unconditional sales at this stage only strengthens our confidence in the South Australian market."

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Otello Director Daniel Harris said the sales result also highlighted the lack of new apartment opportunities within the Hutt Street precinct.

"One Four Four Hutt has clearly resonated with buyers, with strong early sales reflecting both the appeal of the Hutt Street corridor and the lifestyle on offer," Harris said.

"The activated ground-floor retail has also been a key drawcard, with purchasers responding to the vision of a more vibrant and connected streetscape, not just the residences themselves."

One Four Four Hutt will deliver 44 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a collection of penthouses, above a ground-floor retail offering designed to further activate the Hutt Street precinct.

Construction is scheduled to commence in the third quarter of this year, with completion anticipated in 2028.

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Fortis Head of Development SA Arthur Dendrinos said the early sales reflected both the strength of the local owner-occupier market and confidence in the Hutt Street location.

Fortis makes Adelaide debut with Otello as One Four Four Hutt records strong early sales

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Low interest rates and rental vacancy rates makes Tasmania the ideal investment locality, according to Herron Todd White’s recent report on the Apple Isle.
The property data firm says that investor interest has grown compared to last year.
“It appears Tassie’s secret is out, that low interest rates, rental vacancy rates and capital entry levels partnered with stable rents translate to good investment yields and these factors appear to be the reasons behind growing investor participation in our residential market.
“Comparative to other states investors have not traditionally played a large part in the Tasmanian residential real estate market, however reports on recent data by the Real Estate Institute indicate that investor activity has grown from 14% to 21% compared to the same period last year with small gains in interstate investor activity.
“Currently first home owners in Tasmania are eligible for a $10,000 grant when purchasing a home however if they purchase either a newly built home, engage a builder or build themselves they are eligible for a further $10,000.
“State Revenue Office statistics reveal that grants paid to those purchasing new properties have declined by approximately 38% over the past twelve months indicating that first home buyers are forgoing the full $20,000 grant by purchasing established properties as they often represent better value.
“In doing so first home buyers are directly competing with investors in the sub $275,000 price bracket.
“Local investors appear to be purchasing residential property in the lower regions of this bracket with a view to renovating it themselves for either an investment yield by building their rental property portfolio or flipping it for capital gain.
“By contrast, interstate investors appear to be seeking investment yields or purchasing properties to retire to and renting them in the interim.
“Depending on the depth of their pockets, in some cases interstate investors are spending anywhere up to $500,000 plus,” the report stated.
A two bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-port+huon-124492790" target="_blank">7 Bonnies Way</a>, Port Huon (above) has been listed for over $250,000.
A three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-upper+burnie-125996702" target="_blank">15 Churchill Avenue</a>, Upper Burnie (below) has been listed for $275,000.
Built in 1974 it last sold for $257,500 in 2013.
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The diversity in property in Tasmania is also due to its slower population growth Herron Todd White commented.
“Tasmania’s slower population growth has resulted in greater diversity of property types in each suburban area where small cottages can sit next to mansions which may explain why unlike other states, investors don’t tend to focus on any particular suburb,” the report commented.
Investors tend to focus on either properties suitable for renovation or those with development potential Herron Todd White advises.
“Investor focus, of which the lion’s share is local, appears to be on either properties ripe for renovation or those with development potential.
“In Tasmania’s south, the commuter suburbs of Glenorchy and Claremont, approximately ten and fifteen kilometres respectively north-west of Hobart along with New Norfolk, (a slightly longer commute being approximately 35 kilometres also to the north-west of Hobart) have been strong performers in recent months in this price bracket.
“The most economical areas in the north where the greatest volume of residential sales has occurred in recent months include George Town, Newnham and Mowbray. George Town is a satellite town of Launceston with a commute of approximately 40 minutes.
“The majority of sales in George Town were well under $180,000 and marketed for extended periods,” the report advised.
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Investor activity in Tasmania increases: HTW

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A lodge in the King Island town of Currie in Tasmania has recently sold for $280,000.
The Colonial Lodge at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-townhouse-tas-currie-125939586" target="_blank">13 Main</a> presently comprises a guest house upstairs,1/2 shop fronts downstairs and includes an operating laundromat. 
There is potential for further development for the eight-bedroom townhouse.
The building has a floor size of 405 square metres and sits on a block of around 817 square metres. 
According to selling agent Mandy Potter of Harcourts, the property does need an overhaul but to its advantage are a good location and street presence.
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Lodge in Tasmania's Currie changes hands for $280,000

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Renovating properties in Tasmania is becoming more popular, according to Herron Todd White’s latest report.
The property valuation firm says that Hobart and Launceston are where renovation work is the highest.
“Throughout the Tasmanian property market renovation is a popular pastime, as many houses and units have become dated and in need of an update.
“With the increase in demand for properties throughout the greater Hobart and Launceston regions, we are seeing many home owners who are looking to place their property on the market, either renovating their property prior to sale, or placing it on the market with an advertisement description outlining the property’s renovation potential for both the investor or owner-occupier.
“The term flipping properties has also become quite common in our market.
“Many property investors are looking to make a quick profit from purchasing a property with the intention to renovate over a six to 12 month period, then placing it back on the market at a considerably higher price than the original purchase price,” the report stated.
Home renovations has inspired a competitive housing market Herron Todd White says.
“According to the latest figures home renovations have surged which has been inspired by the competitive housing market.
“There have been reports from the financial and housing sectors which have noted an increase in people opting to renovate instead of buying a new house.
“The latest Westpac Home Ownership Report noted, close to half of the respondents were thinking about going down the renovation path and one out of five had started to renovate.
“The report noted that in Tasmania 71% of respondents were completing renovation work at the time, and from those thinking about renovating in the near future, 23% advised it was their highest priority.
“The Housing Industry Association Tasmania in its latest Renovation Roundup report mentioned renovation activity in Tasmania was forecast to increase between now and 2020, which will bring the value of renovation activity to $758 million.
“The report also mentioned the largest rise was forecast for this year with approximately 6% growth,” the report commented.
There is a split between owner-occupiers and investors Herron Todd White comments.
“Both in the north and south of the state we are seeing a split between owner-“occupiers and investors.
“Investors do seem to be on the increase and there is a strong possibility investors will dominate the market, especially with the increase in property prices throughout mainland Australia, which could drive investors to Tasmania.
“We are also seeing that rising prices and strong demand for property has home owners worried about being priced out of the market, therefore they are opting to renovate,” the report stated.
Kitchen and bathroom are the primary renovation areas Herron Todd White advises.
“The most popular locations for renovatable properties are within the suburbs located closer to the Hobart and Launceston CBDs as they are still at an affordable price.
“Also with the increase in year wide tourism throughout the state, we are seeing many properties renovated in order to be advertised for short term accommodation through Airbnb and Stayz.
“As you travel further from the Hobart and Launceston CBD, there is a decrease in demand for properties.
“The main renovations being completed are kitchen, bathroom and painting throughout.
“We are seeing varying costs for this renovation work depending on the location of the property.
“The closer a property is to the CBD, there is a noticeable increase in architecturally designed renovations which increases the over cost of work,” the report advised.
Herron Todd White says that unit renovations are becoming increasingly common.
“Unit renovation is also quite common throughout the state as many units are also dated and in need of an update.
“With generally less costs associated in renovating a unit, there is strong appeal to complete these works.
“Units closer to the CBD are in high demand with a current shortage in supply which is attracting many investors to the units advertised for sale.
“Areas at a distance and not within the greater Hobart and Launceston areas can struggle when it comes to making a profit post renovations, as there is considerably less demand for properties in these areas.
“In saying this, had renovation work not have been completed in these areas, the properties may experience an extended selling period.
“It pays to do your research prior to commencing any renovation work as what can appear to be a simple renovation job can quickly lead to unexpected issues and delays which can prove to be quite costly.
“To assist with planning and budgeting home owners should take steps to determine the estimated available equity in their property,” the report stated.
Property Observer found a beauty with a renovated bathroom at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-deloraine-125787306" target="_blank">40 Parsonage Street Deloraine, Tasmania</a> (below).
The three bedroom home is on 645 m² and is on the market for $248,000.
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A four bedroom home at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-ulverstone-126017522" target="_blank">27 Heathcote Street Ulverstone</a> (below) is on the market for $329,000.
The two storey home sits on 718 m². 
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Renovations increasingly popular in Tasmania, but profits can be a struggle: HTW

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A period hotel in Tasmania’s charming Fingal Valley town of Avoca has been listed for sale with expectations of at least $365,000.
The Union Hotel at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-avoca-125084462" target="_blank">20 Falmouth Street</a> is being offered as a 'walk-in-walk-out' freehold business, or simply where a property is offered as a going concern without removing any removable property on it at the time.
The hotel was built in 1842 by the Foster family. R.C. Foster and family operated the hotel for 60 years, offering accommodation for coaching passengers and stables for the changeover horses; as commutes made their way from Launceston to the East Coast via the Fingal Valley.
Today, the hotel offers an afternoon bar services and over the counter alcohol sales. A current liquor license is active on the establishment and will be sold with the building, says the description.
Set over an area of 3,035 sqm, Union Hotel also has 10 bedrooms (five single and five double), communal areas and a commercial kitchen equipped with appliances to provide a meal service for the two dining areas.
The front bar includes an open fireplace and electric heating source. 
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The property has been well maintained by the current owners who have owned the property since 2008. They bought it for $280,000, according to CoreLogic RP Data.
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Avoca is about an hour’s drive from Launceston and is the gateway to the Great Eastern Drive. 
Meaning 'meeting of the waters'; Avoca has a post office, service station and specialist stores.
The potential for a prospective owner could include a backpacker/Airbnb-style accommodation, specialist café, bar services or even converted into back into a resident. 
The listing agent is Nick Hay of Harcourts. 
 
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19th century Tasmanian hotel listed for sale 

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Many Tasmanian properties are available around the $500,000 range, according to Herron Todd White’s latest July report.
The property investment firm says that however this is more concentrated in the northern parts of Tasmania.
“Properties for sale with asking prices of around $500,000 in the greater Hobart region are less concentrated in particular suburbs relative to Northern Tasmania.
“Being a capital city with a significantly larger population, capital entry requirements tend to be higher, suburbs are spread over a larger geographic area and contain greater diversity of property types.
“Sandy Bay, Kingston and Lindisfarne are Hobart suburbs where the greatest number of sales have occurred within the half a million dollar price point.
“Sandy Bay has an air of exclusivity and is popular due to its position immediately south of the city with the Derwent River its southern border.
“Contained within the suburb are the University of Tasmania campus, casino, local shops and recreational facilities.
“Due to Sandy Bay’s exclusivity and nearness to the city, units are the predominant type of residential property that can be purchased within this price range although some smaller homes are still within reach.
“To purchase a house in Sandy Bay you would need capital reserves in excess of half a million dollars as approximately 20% of the suburb’s recent sales were in excess of $1 million with a top sale of $6.5 million.
“An example of what you could expect to purchase in Sandy Bay with a $500,000 budget is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, circa 1990s, partially updated, 130 square metre villa with single lock up garage on the suburb’s periphery,” the report stated.
A two bedroom townhouse at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-townhouse-tas-sandy+bay-125863146" target="_blank">6/4 Quayle Street</a>, Sandy Bay (above) has been listed for over $530,000.
Built in 1987 the property was last sold in 2014 for $395,000, in 2008 for $320,000 and in 2002 for $185,000.
Kingston is Tasmania’s fastest growing region according to Herron Todd White.
“Kingston is reported to be Tasmania’s fastest growing region and is a 25 minute commute to the city via the southern outlet.
“It is a self-contained satellite centre with major and local shopping centres, public and private schools and recreational facilities.
“Recent sales in Kingston indicate that purchasers with $500,000 to spend could expect to buy an older style home with a living area ranging from 120 to 160 square metres.
“If you can push the budget closer to $600,000 you could purchase a modern, 200 square metre home on a 900 square metre block,” the report commented.
A four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-kingston-125813898" target="_blank">13 Greenhill Drive</a>, Kingston (below) has been listed for between $580,000 to $630,000.
Built in 2004 the block of land was last sold in 2003 for $55,500.
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Herron Todd White advises that Lindisfarne properties with water views are available for half a million dollars.
“Meanwhile in Lindisfarne on Hobart’s eastern shore you could purchase a modern, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house, with double lock up garage and water views on a smaller, 460 square metre block.
“If you prefer privacy a slightly higher spend could secure you 1.5 hectares with an older style, renovated, 3-bedroom and 1-bathroom house.
“Lindisfarne residents have a 15 minute commute to the city via the Tasman Bridge,” the report advised.
A four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-lindisfarne-125877038" target="_blank">11 Corinna Road</a>, Lindisfarne (below) with views has been listed for over $550,000.
Built in 1952 the property was last sold in 1995 for $96,000 and in 1988 for $82,000.
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North, central and inner city properties historically have the best value Herron Todd White comments.
“$500,000 in the north of Tasmania can buy you a significant residential property relative to other states in Australia.
“Historically in the north, centrally located or inner city property has best held its value.
“Recent sales data show that the greatest numbers of sales within the $500,000 price range have occurred in the suburbs of Grindelwald, Trevallyn, Newstead and Launceston,” the report commented.
Grindelwald attracts purchasers who prefer large homes Herron Todd White states.
“Grindelwald is a commuter suburb (approximately a 25 minute drive from downtown Launceston) developed around the theme of a Swiss village in the 1980s.
“Grindelwald is attractive to purchasers who prefer larger homes on larger parcels of land in a rural residential setting.
“Homes that have recently sold in Grindelwald range in size from 200 to 260 square metres of living area on parcels of land ranging between 800 and 2,600 square metres.
“The majority of these homes were built in the 1980s to 1990s and have achieved sale prices between $480,000 and $528,000,” the report stated.
A four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-grindelwald-125909634">39 Atkinsons Road</a>, Grindelwald (below) has been listed for $545,000.
Built in 1992 it was last sold in 2016 for $445,000 and in 2005 for $395,000.
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Purchasers in Trevallyn are likely to have a property with a view Herron Todd White says.
“If you live in Trevallyn, it’s likely you prefer to have a view as Trevallyn sits on a hillside overlooking the Tamar River and borders the northern side of Cataract Gorge.
“Along with spectacular views come steeper blocks.
“Some properties while having larger block sizes have decreased functionality due to the block gradient and vehicular access may be more difficult.
“For around half a million dollars in Trevallyn, recent sales indicate that you could purchase an older style home (built from the 1970s to early 2000s), offering from 170 up to 300 square metres of living area on blocks ranging from 800 to 2,000 square metres.
“Sale prices for such homes have ranged from $403,000 to $510,000,” the report commented.
A five bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-tas-trevallyn-124346546">1 Gourlay Court</a>, Trevallyn (below) was sold in January 2017 for $530,000.
Built in 2004 it was last sold in 2012 for $485,000 and in 2002 for $42,000.
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Newstead is popular due to its proximity to central Launceston Herron Todd White advises.
“Newstead is a popular family suburb due to its proximity to central Launceston and its range of services such as sporting facilities, shopping and restaurants.
“Homes within the $500,000 range in Newstead tend to be on its periphery where recent sales indicate you could purchase a modern home with 170 square meters of living area on just under 900 square meters of land.
“Alternatively for just over $300,000 you could purchase a smaller, 1940s built home that requires renovation, closer to town, with 110 square metres of living area and a block size just under 700 square metres.
“To purchase larger, established homes in north-west Newstead you would need a budget in excess of $500,000,” the report advised.
A three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-newstead-125678642">59A Cypress Street</a>, Newstead (below) has been listed for $320,000.
Built in 1990 the property was last sold in 2003 for $125,150.
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Central Launceston properties can be purchased for around half a million but require renovations and are often set on steep locations Herron Todd White warns.
“For those wanting to be in Central Launceston residential homes can still be purchased for around $500,000 however such homes tend to be on the periphery, require renovation and are often in very steep locations.
“An example of such a home that sold recently for $450,000 is a terrace, located in one of Launceston’s steepest streets that has 206 square meters of living area over two floors that requires renovation and has car accommodation of a single carport situated on a 273 square metre block,” the report warned.
A four bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-launceston-125540398">143 Canning Street</a>, Launceston (below) has been listed for over $545,000.
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A five bedroom Breadalbane rural estate has been listed with $2.8 million plus hopes.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-breadalbane-123384418" target="_blank">717 Hobart Road</a>, Old Marchington is one of Tasmania’s finest rural country estate.
Built in 1961 it sits on a 5.4 hectare overlooking lush fields and award-winning vineyards.
It was last sold in 1994 for $250,000 and again in 1986 for $197,000.
“There’s not a neighbour in sight,” says Robert Knott who, along with his wife Vicki, took a detour 23 years ago when they bought the property.
A large fountain forms the centre piece of a garden that surrounds the property.
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Originally part of the Marchington Estate it has a Baroque period design alongVersace inspired antiquities.
Inside are five bedrooms, two bathrooms, powder room, library/office and living spaces
The kitchen has black granite bench tops, splash backs and breakfast bar.
There is a separate wing with its own self-contained accommodation.
Other features includes multiple patios and decks, swimming pool, tennis court, garage and a large office/studio/workshop.
Launceston is 10 minutes away from the property.
The property is offered through Harcourts agent Jeremy Wilkinson.
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Breadalbane rural estate, Old Marchington, listed for $2.8 million plus

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There's an inviting attic day bed at the latest Tasmanian trophy property offering - a boat shed among the 36 boat sheds on the edge of Cornelian Bay, Hobart.
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<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-other-tas-new+town-125806346" target="_blank">Boat shed 6</a>, which is on the market with a guide of $225,000-plus, has a kitchenette, dining and sitting area and a wood fire.</div>
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<div class="in-content-ad">A ladder leads to a day bed in the attic space.</div>
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The owners are selling because they no longer live in Tasmania.
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<div class="in-content-ad">Boat shed 6 is on the market through Charlotte Peterswald for Property.</div>
Power and water is connected but there is no plumbing.
The boat shed has a shower – owners must use biodegradable soap products – and toilet amenities need to be of the portable kind. 
The furniture and whitegoods are included in the sale of boat shed 6.  
The sale is for the freehold ownership of the 70-square-metre boat shed building. There is a Crown lease over the water, typically 25 years, and owners must pay an annual fee of about $2000, which goes towards maintenance of boat shed access and the footpath.
The local paper says among the Cornelian Bay boat shed owners are artists and writers, who use them as creative retreats. 
The boat sheds were built on the Derwent River from the 1890s to the 1930s.
Two doors along, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-other-tas-new+town-125741282" target="_blank">boat shed 8</a> is also on the market. Sam Towns, of Petrusma Property Sandy Bay, has the listing and the guide is $245,000 to $275,000.   
They are now on the state’s heritage register.
Heritage Tasmania maintains <a href="https://heritage.tas.gov.au/Documents/Cornelian%20Bay%20Boathouses%20Guidelines.pdf" target="_blank">development guidelines</a> for the boat sheds, according to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Sheddies/" target="_blank">Friends of Cornelian Bay Boat Sheds page</a> on Facebook.
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The former church at 37 Briggs Road, Old Beach has been snapped up.
Carol Brill sold her renovated 1850s church after just five days on the market.
“The quick sale was not a huge surprise, but I knew that it needed a special person who was interested and cared about the history of this property — and the people who are buried here,” she told the local paper.
Ms Brill grew up in Devonport, but was living in Victoria in 2004 when she came back to Tasmania to do some research on her ancestors.
On the way back to the airport, she drove to Old Beach and discovered the Old Beach Wesleyan Chapel, which was for sale. 
Old Beach on Hobart’s Eastern Shore is a suburb on the move.
LJ Hooker Hobart sales consultant Jo Harris said the average “days on market” is 38.
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Former Tasmanian church sold

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Tasmania, which garnered international attention last week when Hobart appeared on the latest Knight Frank global list of the top 50 cities with strongest price growth, secured the nation's cheapest weekend auction result.
It was when $140,000 was paid for a three bedroom weatherboard home at Montello, the <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-tas-montello-125668178" target="_blank">north coast Burnie suburb</a> (below).
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It was snapped up pre-auction, one of the state's 10 weekend auction listings.
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"There was the ability to glimpse Bass Strait from the front rooms of this wonderful property," the Harcourts marketing of 25 Morse Street advised.
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Five of the eight known Tasmanian results found buyers, topped by <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-tas-howrah-125703610" target="_blank">a $500,000 sale at Howrah</a> in Hobart (below).
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It was marketed as a "weathered, but charming three bedroom home that captures picturesque views of the River Derwent and Mount Wellington."
Hobart was the newcomer on the Knight Frank list of the top 50 cities whose property prices have risen the most in the world, leaping to 34th spot, only 11 places behind Sydney and 10 behind Melbourne, after its annual price growth of 11.3 per cent. 
On the mainland, after more than 100 groups through, the former AFL ruckman Angus Graham scored a $202,000 over reserve result when his Yarraville townhouse sold at weekend auction.
The three-bedroom timber<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-townhouse-vic-yarraville-125674450" target="_blank"> inner west of Melbourne property</a> (below) was sold for $1.152 million to a local family by the former Richmond and Adelaide player.
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The final two of the four bidders went toe-to-toe from $1 million, the Herald Sun reported.
The HockingStuart agency had been quoting $900,000 to $950,000. The strata townhouse last sold for $663,000 seven years ago to the carpenter.
Across Melbourne, there was a 73.9 per cent success rate of the 716 reported auctions. It was the nation's highest capital city clearance rate with one in six sold before the scheduled auction.
There were 812 properties taken to auction across Melbourne, down from 874 last week when the final clearance rate was recorded at 70.8 per cent.
Over the same week last year, 619 auctions were held and a clearance rate of 71.8 per cent was recorded.
The nation's top sale was in Sydney when a three bedroom McMahons Point terrace that sold for $4.05 million through through Stone agents Annika Bongiorno and Aaron Bongiorno.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-mcmahons+point-125673478" target="_blank">2/12 Commodore Street</a>, (below) the lower North Shore offering had views of Sydney Harbour.
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Built in 2005, it was last sold in 2011 for $1.648 million. The lower north reported the highest clearance rate at the weekend, with a booming 81.3 per cent result, Domain noted.
Domain figures showed an overall Sydney clearance rate of 71.5 per cent on Saturday, up from 69.7 percent the week before.
The bounceback in clearance rates was also apparent in CoreLogic data that noted Sydney was host to 650 auctions this week with a 72.5 per cent success rate, rising from 68 per cent last week across 840 auctions.
The national auction clearance rate sat at 70.7 percent, up from 67.3 per cent last week, while winter bauction volumes fell week-on-week.
There were 1,751 properties taken to auction this week, down from 2,001 last week, although higher than this time last year, when 1,399 auctions were held and a clearance rate of 70.6 per cent was recorded.
Almost all the capital cities saw the clearance rate increase week-on-week, CoreLogic auction analyst Kevin Brogan noted.
Adelaide however saw a decline to a 56.1 per cent preliminary result across 61 auctions, down on the prior weekend's 80 auctions which returned a clearance rate of 60.6 per cent.
The top sale in Adelaide was a four bedroom Linden Park house that sold for $1.12 million.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-sa-linden+park-125704398" target="_blank">26 Sturdee Street</a>, the 841 sqm corner four bedroom property has been marketed as a rare investment opportunity.
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The 1954 property, last sold in 2009 for $655,000, is leased to tenants until January 2018.
The nation's cheapest mainland auction result was outside of Brisbane where a four bedroom Beaudesert house was sold for $275,000.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-qld-beaudesert-124619862" target="_blank">52 Meridian Way</a>, (below) the property sold at under the median price of a house in Beaudesert which is $320,000.
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The preliminary clearance rate in Brisbane on the weekend rose to 57.7 per cent, up from 51.6 per cent.
Brisbane auction volumes were only slightly lower with 112 auctions held, down from 118 last week.
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The Domain chief economist Andrew Wilson suggested the extra strength in the national auction market was probably the result of first home buyer activity after the introduction of greater grants and concessions.
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"It is going to take a few weeks to know but I think the first home buyer activity is making a difference. There is definitely a bounce back," Mr Wilson told Domain.
"We probably would have expected the clearance rate to fall otherwise."
But Sydney's cheapest sale was to an investor through Laing+Simmons agency that secured a $410,000 sale of a 1970s unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-unit-nsw-bankstown-125708838" target="_blank">45/127 Chapel Road, Bankstown</a> (below).
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The marketing offered a $390,000 price guidance for the two bedder that last sold at $27,500 in 1978.
Melbourne's cheapest result was when a two bedroom house at Melton South fetched $280,500.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-melton+south-125669682" target="_blank">1/33 Staughton Street</a>, (below) the 1990s property was last sold in 2001 for $85,000.
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Melbourne's dearest result was in Albert Park, where eight bidders vied for a large unrenovated Victorian home.
Last sold seven decades ago ago, the 320 sqm holding at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-albert+park-125702086" target="_blank">16 Greig Street</a> (below) sold to a local family for $3,560,000 through Greg Hocking Real Estate, well above its $3 million reserve.
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Across Canberra, 65 homes were taken to weekend auction with the preliminary results showing a clearance rate of 63 per cent, down from 71.4 per cent the previous week.
A four bedroom Hughes, ACT house sold for $1.701 million making it Canberra’s most expensive weekend auction sale.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-act-hughes-125722674" target="_blank">38 Lynch Street</a>, (below) it had last sold in 2012 for $1.38 million. 
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Tasmania secures cheapest weekend auction result

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Tasmania's highest weekend sale came from Orford where a waterfront home sold for $730,000.
Overlooking the entrance to Spring Bay harbour, the four bedroom rendered brick home sits on a 4,000 sqm parcel within landscaped gardens.
It offers views across <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-tas-orford-124748666" target="_blank">Mercury Passage to Maria Island</a> from its sundeck which is accessed through large panoramic sliding glass doors.
The property was offered fully furnished by Knight Frank Tasmania agent Jim Playsted.
It last traded for $620,000 in 2014.
 
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