Walk past a new apartment development promoting its sustainability credentials and it's easy to picture rooftop gardens, mature trees, landscaped courtyards and residents surrounded by nature.

But in many cases, that's not actually what those sustainability ratings guarantee.

Australia's leading environmental rating tools have played a significant role in improving the energy efficiency and environmental performance of buildings. Yet despite their focus on reducing emissions, many don't require developers to include trees, biodiversity or meaningful green space.

In other words, a building can achieve one of the country's highest sustainability ratings while containing little more than concrete, glass and hard landscaping.

That disconnect has led to the emergence of a new movement across Australia's property industry: nature-based cities.

The concept goes beyond designing buildings that consume less energy. Instead, it encourages developers to treat nature as essential infrastructure, integrating biodiversity, tree canopy, living landscapes and green spaces into projects from the earliest stages of planning.

Research has consistently linked access to nature with better physical and mental health, cooler neighbourhoods, improved biodiversity, stronger climate resilience and more connected communities. As Australia's cities continue to become denser, advocates say those outcomes should be considered just as important as energy efficiency.

Nature Based Cities (NBC) was established in 2022 to help accelerate that shift.

Founded by Hamton Executive Chairman Paul Hameister OAM, the not-for-profit was created after research highlighted a significant gap in Australia's sustainability framework. While existing environmental rating tools rewarded energy performance and emissions reductions, they placed little emphasis on the inclusion of living landscapes.

"We've always wanted to do more, and we know other developers who want to do more, but the ESD rating tools just aren't there," Hameister says.

"In Australia, you can have a five-green-star rated building that's concrete and glass with not a blade of grass.

"The focus is on reducing emissions, which is laudable, but there hasn't been enough attention paid to protecting and re-establishing nature. We need both for the health of the environment and for communities."

Since its launch, NBC has developed independent design guidelines and accreditation frameworks that encourage developers to prioritise ecology, biodiversity, tree canopy, walkability and living landscapes alongside traditional sustainability measures. The organisation first focused on medium and high-density residential developments before recently expanding into precinct-scale communities and masterplanned neighbourhoods.

Jan Talacko, founder of sustainability consultancy Ark Resources and a member of the Nature Based Cities Advisory Council, says the initiative addresses an area that has largely been overlooked by the property industry.

"Throughout my 25 years of working collaboratively with all stakeholders in the property sector, I've always favoured a pragmatic approach to sustainable design which encourages initiatives that not only meet environmental expectations but also improve amenity," Talacko says.

"Whilst we are making steady progress in relation to energy and carbon emissions from buildings, there has been much less emphasis on encouraging biodiversity and tackling the urban heat island effect.

"The Nature Based Cities initiative responds to a gap in the suite of tools currently used by the property development sector, which don't provide sufficient incentive, or recognition, for the integration of landscaping and greenery."

For apartment buyers, the shift is also changing the questions worth asking.

Rather than assuming a sustainable building will naturally include abundant green space, buyers are increasingly being encouraged to look beyond environmental ratings and ask what nature is actually being delivered. How much tree canopy will the development create? Has biodiversity been considered? Are landscaped spaces designed for people as well as appearance?

As Australia's cities continue to grow upwards and outwards, the next generation of sustainability may not simply be measured by lower emissions, but by how successfully developments bring nature back into everyday urban life.

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What does it really mean for a building to be 'green'?

A who's who of Australian surfing, business and entertainment has emerged on title records following the completion of Esprit Rainbow Bay, the latest boutique beachfront apartment development by former professional surfer Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects.

The completed project has attracted an enviable collection of owners, many with long-standing ties to the southern Gold Coast and the surf culture that has helped define Rainbow Bay and neighbouring Kirra for generations.

Given Gedoun's own background in surfing, it perhaps comes as little surprise that some of Australia's most recognisable surfers have chosen to buy into the development overlooking one of the country's most celebrated stretches of coastline.

Pezet Matheson directors Jayde Pezet and Todd Matheson launched the project in late 2021, and have managed the sales campaign all the way through to its sell-out and recent completion.

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Former world champion Mick Fanning, who grew up in Coolangatta, secured an apartment in 2023. He paid&nbsp;$2.07 million. Last year he sold his Bilinga home for over $16 million.

Three-time world champion Joel Parkinson also purchased in the development, alongside big wave surfer Mark Mathews. Mathews bought the most expensive apartment in the building, spending just over $4 million.

Joining them is Rip Curl founder Doug Warbrick, whose company helped shape Australia's global surfing industry over the past five decades.

The appeal of Rainbow Bay has extended well beyond the surfing community.

International DJ Paul Fisher purchased an apartment through his investment vehicle, YLB Developments, an abbreviation of his trademark phrase "You Little Beauty".

The purchase comes as Fisher and his wife Chloe are developing their own luxury apartment project further north in Palm Beach. Their boutique beachfront development, Pescado, comprises just seven apartments on Jefferson Lane, which start from just shy of $6 million. The couple intend to retain the two-level penthouse as their Australian base between international touring commitments.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy and his wife Wendy have also invested in Esprit, purchasing two apartments after spending decades holidaying on the southern Gold Coast. They also have a luxury apartment in Joe Adsett's Rockpool, less than 400m away from Esprit.

<h2>Boutique project draws owner-occupiers</h2>

Esprit launched in 2021 and sold strongly, with buyers drawn to its boutique scale, beachfront position and contemporary design.

The completed development comprises 94 apartments across 11 levels, offering expansive floorplans designed primarily for owner-occupiers rather than the investor market.

Crowning the building is Club Esprit, pitched as being the Gold Coast's first residential rooftop wellness centre. The roof features a&nbsp;25 metre magnesium lap pool, which is surrounded by wet daybeds and poolside cabanas,&nbsp;multiple barbecue areas,&nbsp;a yoga and relaxation play lawn, and a private dining room with a kitchen scullery, bar, lounges, and an outdoor terrace.

The wellness centre is&nbsp;fully equipped with a Technogym, ice bath, infra-red sauna, steam room, thermal room, and treatment room. The roof has views spanning&nbsp;Rainbow Bay, Snapper Rocks and the Pacific Ocean.

<h2>S&amp;S Projects continues to shape Rainbow Bay</h2>

S&amp;S Projects founder Paul Gedoun has become one of the key figures behind Rainbow Bay's evolution over the past several years.

After establishing S&amp;S Projects, Gedoun has focused on delivering lifestyle-driven apartment developments designed primarily for owner-occupiers seeking a permanent coastal home.

Esprit is Gedoun's third completed project in Rainbow Bay, following Flow and Awaken, both of which achieved record prices for the suburb.

He is now delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, a 38-apartment development on Boundary Street that is currently selling, and has no plans to leave the precinct anytime soon. S&amp;S Projects has also lodged plans for its fifth Rainbow Bay development, an 88-apartment project on Boundary Street featuring a strong wellness focus.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">First look: S&amp;S Projects proposes 88-apartment wellness tower at Coolangatta's Boundary Street</a>

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Who's who of buyers revealed as Esprit Rainbow Bay settles

Apartment buildings are increasingly being designed around how people actually live day to day, not just how they want a building to look.

For buyers, that shift is showing up in practical inclusions that respond to changing habits. Work-from-home spaces, EV charging, wellness amenities, secure bike storage and parcel management are becoming part of the broader apartment conversation, reflecting a move toward buildings that reduce friction in everyday life.

Online shopping has become one of the clearest examples of that change.

Australians spent a record $82.6 billion online in 2025, with nearly one in four retail dollars now spent online. That has made parcel delivery a regular part of apartment living, rather than an occasional inconvenience.

For apartment residents, however, the delivery process can be less straightforward than it is for detached homes. Parcels may be left in lobbies, redirected to Post Offices, missed entirely, or placed under the responsibility of building managers and concierge teams.

That is why secure parcel infrastructure is increasingly being considered alongside more familiar apartment amenities.

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Australia Post Parcel Lockers offer one way to address the issue. When a parcel arrives, residents receive a notification through the AusPost app or SMS, then collect it using a QR code or one-time PIN. The parcel is kept secure, accessible and removed from common areas.

The broader Parcel Locker network now includes more than 1,500 locations across Australia, positioned at Post Offices, shopping centres, supermarkets, transport hubs and other accessible locations.

For new apartment projects, the relevance is clear. A building’s amenity offering is no longer only about lifestyle spaces, but also about convenience, security and functionality.

As buyer expectations evolve, secure parcel delivery is becoming part of the same design conversation as flexible working, sustainable transport and resident wellbeing.

It is one less thing for residents to worry about, and another example of apartment design adapting to the way Australians now live.

Apartment design is adapting to the way Australians shop

While school holidays and trips to Europe tend to define the winter property market, there's been no cold snap at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-walden-north-sydney-177-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The Walden</a> in North Sydney.

Developer-builder&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aland">ALAND</a> sold more than $35 million worth of apartments throughout June, including a $6.8 million apartment that now ranks among the highest apartment sales ever recorded in North Sydney.

SRM Residential agent Ben Stewart said buyer demand throughout June reflected a mix of improving market confidence and longer-term thinking from owner-occupiers.

"We're seeing strong demand from owner-occupiers who are taking a longer-term view," Stewart said.

"Many recognise the opportunity to secure an apartment in an iconic building and premium location while values remain attractive. They may initially lease the property, but the intention is to eventually move in themselves, rather than purchasing purely as an investment."

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Located at 177 Walker Street, The Walden will deliver 161 one, two, three and four-bedroom residences across a 30-storey tower designed by Rothelowman. Every apartment occupies a corner position, maximising natural light, cross ventilation and views across Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, Sydney Heads and the northern districts.

Rather than a traditional balcony, the residences feature winter gardens that seamlessly extend the open plan living areas, creating versatile spaces for relaxing or entertaining throughout the year. Floor-to-ceiling glazing draws in natural light while showcasing sweeping views from the building's elevated Walker Street position.

Every apartment features high-end Calacatta marble, bespoke joinery, and fully integrated appliances.

The larger residences have been planned with distinct entertaining and private zones, with many master suites positioned on corners to capture natural light and harbour views. Walk-in dressing rooms, freestanding baths and refined stone finishes reinforce the house-like feel that has resonated with downsizers and owner-occupiers.

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Rothelowman Principal Ben Pomroy said the project was designed to make the most of its unique position overlooking the harbour.

"The Walden is a celebration of all things beautiful, curated for those who expect nothing less than exceptional," Pomroy says.

"Meticulously designed entertaining spaces and light-filled living areas that capitalise on capturing the natural beauty of Sydney's iconic harbour."

Residents will also have exclusive access to The Pavilion, a dedicated amenity building featuring a rooftop pool, wellness studio, gymnasium, sauna, concierge service, residents' lounge, private dining spaces and work-from-home facilities.

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The project marks ALAND's first major luxury apartment development in Sydney's inner-city market after more than two decades delivering residential communities across Greater Sydney.

Founder and CEO Andrew Hrsto previously said the rarity of the Walker Street site made it an opportunity the company could not overlook.

"This is a rare opportunity to bring a truly exceptional project to life in one of Sydney's most iconic locations, and to showcase our craftsmanship and design expertise at a world-class level," Hrsto said.

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The Walden has been introduced to the market at a time when demand for living in North Sydney is at an all-time high. Billions of dollars have been invested in infrastructure, including the recently opened Victoria Cross Metro station, located just 300 metres from The Walden, providing residents with direct access to the Sydney CBD in just minutes.

Private investment has also transformed the area through the arrival of new retail and dining destinations, elevating the lifestyle offering in what was once considered primarily a commercial precinct rather than an aspirational residential address.

The Walden is currently under construction and is scheduled for completion in 2028.

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ALAND records $35 million in sales in North Sydney as The Walden bucks quiet winter selling season

The long-awaited redevelopment of the former Eastlakes Shopping Centre site has reached a major milestone, with Conquest's plans for a new mixed-use precinct officially placed on public exhibition.

The State Significant Development Application would transform the 1.7-hectare site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/19a-evans-avenue-eastlakes-nsw-2018">19A Evans Avenue</a> into one of Sydney's largest urban renewal projects, delivering 736 apartments above a new shopping centre anchored by Woolworths, alongside specialty retail, dining, commercial space and new public open spaces.

The public exhibition marks the next chapter for the project after <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/conquest">Conquest</a> acquired the stalled Stage Two development from Crown Group, who completed the first stage across the road prior to their voluntary liquidation.

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Designed by DKO Architecture, the proposal comprises four residential buildings ranging from 14 to 18 storeys above a two-level retail podium. The development would deliver 736 apartments, including 74 affordable homes, 215 Build-to-Rent apartments and 521 market residences. Provision has also been made for dual-key apartments, which could increase the total number of dwellings to 877.

At ground level, the shopping centre has been designed as the suburb's new meeting place, anchored by a full-line Woolworths and complemented by a curated mix of fresh food retailers, cafés, restaurants, health services and everyday convenience shopping. Generous pedestrian links and landscaped public spaces will connect the retail precinct through to Jack Mundey Reserve, creating a more walkable and connected neighbourhood.

Conquest CEO Michael Akkawi said the redevelopment was about far more than replacing a shopping centre.

"Eastlakes has been overlooked for too long, and this is the community’s moment. We are building a shopping centre and homes, a genuine heart for the suburb, and we genuinely want locals to help shape it."

"We enrich communities through the creation of homes, places, and experiences designed for life, built to last, and owner for generations. That starts with listening, so we warmly encourage everyone with a connection to Eastlakes to view the plans and share their thoughts."

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DKO said the design had been shaped by the site's landscape setting and surrounding open space.

"Our vision for the site embraces its unique Bidjigal identity by blending the residential living with generous landscaping and a material palette inspired by the Bidjigal locality, and celebrating the panoramic views to Botany Bay and the wetlands reserves."

"Taking cues from Country, we seek to harmonise built form with the landscape and lightly touch the earth. By reconnecting, retaining and regenerating existing ecology, and weaving in natural elements, we can deepen our connection to Country."

The landscape strategy extends across the podium and rooftops, incorporating communal gardens, children's play areas, lawns, community gardens, family gathering spaces and extensive tree planting. New landscaped links will also strengthen the connection between the precinct and Jack Mundey Reserve, while publicly accessible open spaces have been integrated throughout the development.

The proposal builds on Conquest's broader placemaking strategy for the site. Through an ongoing partnership, local artist Joe Rashbrook has been appointed Urban Art Curator, working alongside young residents to transform the project's site hoardings into a public art gallery that allows the community to engage with the redevelopment before construction is complete.

Conquest has rapidly expanded its development pipeline since acquiring the Eastlakes site, with more than $6 billion worth of mixed-use projects now in planning across Sydney, including Stanmore, Castlecrag and Waterloo.

Conquest CEO Michael Akkawi said the redevelopment was about far more than replacing a shopping centre.

First look: ‘Far more than replacing a shopping centre’ as Conquest unveils 736-home Eastlakes redevelopment

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In the Clarence Valley there are opportunities for first home buyers to purchase a property that is ripe for renovation, according to HTW’s Month in Review: March 2017. 
The valuation firm says there is a range of townhouses available below $400,000 in Yamba and in Maclean, where less than 30% of recent recorded sales were over $400,000.
“Residential development in Townsend is creating an appealing product marketed to first home buyers,” it says.
“This locality has both vacant land and house and land packages available for less than $500,000.”
HTW suggests these areas for home buyers:
• Townsend – Suited to first home buyers that are interested in a brand new product. Townsend creates a perfect environment for vacant land as well as land and housing packages - that are available for less than $500,000.
• Maclean – Suited to first home buyers in the market for perhaps an older product, holding the potential/opportunity for renovation
• Yamba – Suited to first home buyers that are in the market specifically for townhouses/ units. This area provides the most opportunity/widest range of different units for sale.
“Often a premium is paid for brand new product and this may not always be recouped at the time of the next sale if the market has not continued to benefit from capital gains,” HTW says.
“However, there are no overwhelming dangers for these buyers given current market conditions.
“The biggest mistakes that you see first time buyers making in this area is that it is possible that they may overcommit or forget the illiquid nature of property as an asset.”
A three bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-maclean-124709222" target="_blank">57 Woodford Street</a>, Maclean (above) has been listed for $315,000.
Similarly a two bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-townsend-124631734" target="_blank">32 Jubilee Street</a>, Townsend (below) has been listed for $227,500.
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Townsend, Yamba and Maclean affordable options for first time buyers: HTW

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At Yamba on the NSW far North Coast, <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-yamba-130116278" target="_blank">Atherstone</a> was sold for $1.81 million on the long weekend.
It sold through Ray White agent Daniel Kelly. 
The Yamba Hill four bedroom, three bathroom holiday home was offered to the market for the first time since 1981.
Kelly advised there had been over 200 inspections, with the 13 registered bidders placing 42 bids.
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It was described by Kelly as a classic Queenslander style residence.
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13 bidders see Yamba's Atherstone sell

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A beachside Yamba home in coastal northern New South Wales is on the market for the first time in almost 40 years.
The four bedroom, three bathroom residence located at 1 Church Street is a family-sized beach house.
Atherstone is described by Ray White Yamba agent Daniel Kelly as a classic Queenslander style residence.
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Mr Kelly said, relevant sales in the area suggest the value of the property "should sit somewhere above $1 million.”
Yamba is roughly 3 hours to the Brisbane CBD, 2 hours to the Gold Coast, and 8 hours from Sydney or a 1 hour flight.
Aetherstone is situated within a short walk of beaches, cafes, restaurants and the famous Pacific Hotel.
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Mr Kelly said "the owners have given very clear instructions to sell now."
The home goes to auction January 27.
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Beachside Yamba home listed after almost four decades

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A long held Yamba trophy home sold for $700,000 at auction last weekend.
Located at 62 Yamba Road, Yamba, is a historical cottage with waterway frontage.
It came with views of the Yamba Marina.
Set on a 1423 sqm block, the four bedroom two bathroom home features living spaces with access to deck space on three sides of the home.
It has a gazebo overlooking the waterway.
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The home has timber flooring throughout.
It is just a 15 minute walk from the CBD.
The listing was sold by Daniel Kelly of Ray White.
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Yamba trophy home sold for the first time in decades

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Tru Blu Prawn Farm, Australia's first prawn farm near Yamba in Northern New South Wales, has hit the market.
Tru Blue sits on the banks of the Clarence River at <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/http://www.websternolan.com.au/node/288" target="_blank">371 School Road, Palmers Island</a>.
The family business began in the early 1970s when founder Frank Roberts began converting his sugarcane farm into a shrimp farm.
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Spanning 37 hectares, the property is fully licensed for shrimp and fish farming, with over 300 metres of deep water frontage on the Clarence River.
Tru Blu has an annual production of around 140 tonnes of premium black tiger prawns.
There's a retail outlet on the property to service the local community, as well as a high tech income producing hatchery and processing facility.
Tender closes July 24 through Webster Nolan Real Estate agent David Nolan.
 
 
 
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Horse owner Greg Ingham and wife Barbara have listed their redundant Yamba retreat in northern New South Wales due to being based overseas.
Ingham, the owner of gelding Chatauqua, paid $2.85 million for the <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-apartment-nsw-yamba-126147662" target="_blank">beachfront apartment</a> known as On The Rocks in 2009.
Ray White Yamba agent Daniel Kelly and Barry Quinn at Ray White Rural Brisbane have set a September 15 auction date.
They are advertising the two level On The Rocks unit as one of the finest properties Yamba has to offer.
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The proceeds could possibly go to the pricey entry to the upcoming Everest race at Royal Randwick.
It will stand as the most expensive race in the world on turf, with the winner grabbing $10 million. Entry is pricey however at $600,000.
The TJ Smith Stakes winner is set to be ridden by Sydney jockey Tommy Berry.
Chautauqua heads into the race as the $4.80 favourite.
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Horse owner Greg Ingham lists Yamba beachfront apartment

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A property syndicate is seeking offers for a renovated beachside motel in Yamba.
It has been fully leased to workers connected to the $4.36 billion Woolgoolga to Ballina motorway upgrade through to 2020 and beyond.
The West Wing property, located at 2 Coldstream Street, comprises 14 lettable rooms across two levels, complete with shared kitchen and living facilities.
The property is currently enjoying 100 per cent occupancy.
The property sits on a 1,005sqm freehold lot, which has current approval for a four bedroom dwelling in addition to the motel, with the potential for further development under the site's medium density residential zoning.
The property is being marketed by Darrell Irwin and Geoff Lamb of Colliers International with an asking price of $1.725 million.
Mr Irwin says the property will attract purchasers looking to capitalise on the reliable tenancy provided by some of the 2,500 workers engaged to complete Australia's largest regional infrastructure project, in the North Coast's growth corridor.
"This is a rare opportunity to secure a property with multiple revenue streams in a tightly held location," he said.
"Yamba will surge in value once the motorway access is complete providing quicker access to Yamba for the South East Queensland population.
"There is a virtually guaranteed income through current worker occupancy and beyond that there is strong demand from tourists looking for convenient coastal accommodation in the popular Yamba village.
"During the holiday season Yamba's resident population of about 7,000 people virtually doubles as people from across New South Wales and South East Queensland visit for an affordable and family-friendly getaway.
"There is capacity for the land to be subdivided to add a four bedroom dwelling, or the purchaser could potentially redevelop the site to deliver new residential apartments or a boutique hotel.
The property is located on Yamba hill  with panoramic views of the ocean and hinterland.
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Yamba is the slowest locality in New South Wales to sell a unit, according to Investar’s latest report.
The property investment firm says that a unit in Yamba can expect to stay on the market for 724 days before it is sold.
This is followed by South West Rocks with 692 and The Entrance with 677.
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Suburb
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Postcode
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Bedrooms
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<td valign="top" width="96">
Days on market
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Median price
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Yamba
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<td valign="top" width="85">
2464
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
3
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<td valign="top" width="96">
757
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$380,000
</td>
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<td valign="top" width="109">
South West Rocks
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<td valign="top" width="85">
2431
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
3
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
692
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$477,500
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The Entrance
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<td valign="top" width="85">
2261
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<td valign="top" width="85">
Studio and 1
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<td valign="top" width="96">
677
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<td valign="top" width="85">
$167,500
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Forster
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<td valign="top" width="85">
2428
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<td valign="top" width="85">
Studio and 1
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<td valign="top" width="96">
669
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<td valign="top" width="85">
$249,000
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</tr>
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<td valign="top" width="109">
Batehaven
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2536
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
666
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$260,000
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="109">
Nambucca Heads
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2448
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
663
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$445,000
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="109">
Belmont
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2280
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
658
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$419,500
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="109">
Hawks Nest
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2324
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
630
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$269,000
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="109">
Jindabyne
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2627
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
616
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$228,000
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="109">
Casino
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2470
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
2
</td>
<td valign="top" width="96">
585
</td>
<td valign="top" width="85">
$169,000
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
A three bedroom unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-nsw-yamba-121471382" target="_blank">2/40 Beachside Way</a>, Yamba (above) was sold for $375,000.
Similarly a three bedroom unit at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-unit-nsw-yamba-122024418" target="_blank">1/75 Park Avenue</a>, Yamba (below) was sold.
<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/po.images/2017/02/24/1_75%20Park%20Avenue.jpg" alt="">
 
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