SATURDAY STRATEGY OF THE WEEK: Secure Early: Modern 3-Bedroom Townhome in a Rapidly Expanding Growth Corridor

Joean Soliman
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Contemporary 3-Bedroom Residence — Future-Focused Investment with Strong Rental Appeal

Located within a fast-growing metropolitan growth corridor, this architecturally designed 3-bedroom townhome offers investors a strategic entry into an area benefitting from major infrastructure delivery and sustained population growth. With practical family-oriented design, attractive rental demand, and a single-contract purchase structure, the property balances affordability with long-term upside.

Property Overview

Type: Townhome – 3 Bed / 2 Bath / 1 Car

Purchase Price: $670,000

Total Area: 177.90 m²

Internal: 162.88 m²
External: 15.02 m²

Estimated Rent: $600/week

Estimated Completion: Feb / Mar 2027

Contract: Single Contract (SMSF Suitable)

About the Community

This boutique residential enclave is designed around natural open spaces and walkable streetscapes, encouraging lifestyle convenience and long-term livability. The homes emphasise natural light and flexible living, featuring open-plan interiors, full-height glazing, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Surrounded by established amenities — including education, healthcare, retail, and recreational facilities — the neighbourhood is suited to both owner-occupiers and long-term tenants seeking suburban comfort within commuting distance of major employment hubs.

Convenience & Accessibility

Major Employment CBD: ~50 km | ~40 min drive

International Airport: ~74 km | ~55 min drive

Train Station: ~3 km | ~6 min drive

Major Regional Shopping Centre: ~3.5 km | ~7 min drive

Secondary Shopping Precinct: ~4 km | ~8 min drive

TAFE Campus: ~2.5 km | ~6 min drive

University Campus: ~9 km | ~14 min drive

Public Hospital: ~8 km | ~12 min drive

Large Sporting Complex: ~2 km | ~5 min drive

Botanic Gardens & Nature Reserve: ~6 km | ~10 min drive

Bus Stops: Walking distance

Parks & Green Spaces: Within the estate

Growth & Infrastructure Outlook

The surrounding corridor is forecast to accommodate approximately 1 million residents and 500,000 jobs by 2060, driven by expanding health, education, logistics, and innovation precincts.

Transport investment continues to improve accessibility through:

Rail line capacity upgrades and service frequency improvements
Level crossing removals and safer road networks
Major arterial road expansions
Future rail extensions unlocking new employment catchments

These projects collectively reduce commute times and strengthen tenant demand across the area.

Investment Highlights

Early Positioning

Purchasing prior to completion allows entry before full infrastructure maturity and population peak growth.

Balanced Yield Potential

Projected rent supports a competitive yield for a new build in a metropolitan growth corridor.

Single Contract Advantage

More efficient purchase structure with SMSF suitability and reduced upfront costs compared to dual contracts.

Tenant Appeal

Family-friendly layout, modern finishes, and proximity to daily amenities support consistent occupancy.

Market Perspective

The broader metropolitan growth corridor continues to show resilient rental demand due to affordability compared to inner-city housing and improved connectivity to employment centres. Population expansion and infrastructure spending remain the primary drivers supporting long-term capital growth.

Let’s Discuss Your Strategy

Whether you are building a portfolio, planning for retirement income, or securing a future-ready asset, this townhome offers a well-rounded opportunity combining accessibility, demand, and long-term potential.