Aurora on Depper sets a new standard for suburban living in St Lucia, offering a blend of luxury, modernity, and convenience. This exquisite new apartment development is situated in the picturesque riverside suburb and features meticulously designed residences that cater to various lifestyles. Whether for professionals, families, or couples, Aurora on Depper promises an elegant and functional living experience.

<h3>Quality Fixtures and Thoughtful Design</h3>

Built above the 1 in 100 year flood level for year round peace of mind, Aurora on Depper offers refined interiors designed for comfort and style. The spacious living areas feature hybrid timber flooring that is both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Kitchens are equipped with top-of-the-line Miele appliances and zero silica benchtops, combining efficiency with modern design. Bathrooms boast floor-to-ceiling tiles and LED-lit mirrors for added elegance. Brass fittings add timeless charm, while large bedrooms and versatile multi-purpose rooms provide ample space for relaxation and productivity. Each residence showcases thoughtful design and high-quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal home.

<h3>Onsite Amenities for a Modern Lifestyle</h3>

The development also features secure parking facilities, ensuring peace of mind for all residents. With an emphasis on energy efficiency and modern convenience, Aurora on Depper provides everything you need for a comfortable and sustainable living experience.

<h3>Prime Location with Exceptional Local Amenities</h3>

Aurora on Depper in St Lucia offers an enviable location with access to various amenities. It features a vibrant culinary scene with diverse cuisines and a nearby ferry for quick access to Brisbane's city centre. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy walking trails at Guyatt Park, sports facilities, and a lush golf course.

St Lucia is known for its exceptional educational opportunities, with top schools like Ironside State School and St Peters Lutheran College, along with the prestigious University of Queensland. The suburb provides unparalleled accessibility with multiple bus lines, a CityCat stop, and the Toowong Train Station. The West End Green Bridge offers scenic routes for bikers and pedestrians, ensuring a smooth commute.

<h3>Meet the Visionary Team Behind Aurora on Depper</h3>

Dusk Group

With 40 years of experience in residential and commercial property industries in Australia and the USA, Dusk Group excels in high-performance, quality projects, breaking suburb records, and innovating in various commercial developments.

Elevate Design Studio

Renowned for high-end residential projects, features a cohesive team of skilled Building Designers committed to exceptional design and client collaboration, ensuring a seamless and rewarding building journey.

BEC Lifestyle

Led by visionary Lindy Evans, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for innovation, crafting interiors that blend artistry with functionality, reflecting clients’ personalities and enhancing their lifestyle.

AKAM Constructions

With nearly two decades of expertise, is known for meticulous attention to detail, impeccable craftsmanship, and consistently surpassing client expectations, guiding projects from inception to completion with excellence.

<h3>Book Your Private Appointment Today</h3>

Aurora on Depper invites you to experience the epitome of luxury suburban living in St Lucia. Enquire via Urban to learn more and discover the perfect place to call home.

Aurora on Depper sets a new standard for suburban living in St Lucia, offering a blend of luxury, modernity, and convenience. This exquisite new apartment development is situated in the picturesque riverside suburb and features meticulously designed residences that cater to various lifestyles. Whether for professionals, families, or couples, Aurora on Depper promises an elegant and functional living experience.

<h3>Quality Fixtures and Thoughtful Design</h3>

Built above the 1 in 100 year flood level for year round peace of mind, Aurora on Depper offers refined interiors designed for comfort and style. The spacious living areas feature hybrid timber flooring that is both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Kitchens are equipped with top-of-the-line Miele appliances and zero silica benchtops, combining efficiency with modern design. Bathrooms boast floor-to-ceiling tiles and LED-lit mirrors for added elegance. Brass fittings add timeless charm, while large bedrooms and versatile multi-purpose rooms provide ample space for relaxation and productivity. Each residence showcases thoughtful design and high-quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal home.

<h3>Onsite Amenities for a Modern Lifestyle</h3>

The development also features secure parking facilities, ensuring peace of mind for all residents. With an emphasis on energy efficiency and modern convenience, Aurora on Depper provides everything you need for a comfortable and sustainable living experience.

<h3>Prime Location with Exceptional Local Amenities</h3>

Aurora on Depper in St Lucia offers an enviable location with access to various amenities. It features a vibrant culinary scene with diverse cuisines and a nearby ferry for quick access to Brisbane's city centre. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy walking trails at Guyatt Park, sports facilities, and a lush golf course.

St Lucia is known for its exceptional educational opportunities, with top schools like Ironside State School and St Peters Lutheran College, along with the prestigious University of Queensland. The suburb provides unparalleled accessibility with multiple bus lines, a CityCat stop, and the Toowong Train Station. The West End Green Bridge offers scenic routes for bikers and pedestrians, ensuring a smooth commute.

<h3>Meet the Visionary Team Behind Aurora on Depper</h3>

Dusk Group

With 40 years of experience in residential and commercial property industries in Australia and the USA, Dusk Group excels in high-performance, quality projects, breaking suburb records, and innovating in various commercial developments.

Elevate Design Studio

Renowned for high-end residential projects, features a cohesive team of skilled Building Designers committed to exceptional design and client collaboration, ensuring a seamless and rewarding building journey.

BEC Lifestyle

Led by visionary Lindy Evans, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for innovation, crafting interiors that blend artistry with functionality, reflecting clients’ personalities and enhancing their lifestyle.

AKAM Constructions

With nearly two decades of expertise, is known for meticulous attention to detail, impeccable craftsmanship, and consistently surpassing client expectations, guiding projects from inception to completion with excellence.

<h3>Book Your Private Appointment Today</h3>

Aurora on Depper invites you to experience the epitome of luxury suburban living in St Lucia. Enquire via Urban to learn more and discover the perfect place to call home.

Aurora on Depper is a new collection of 8 luxury residences in St Lucia, a picturesque riverside suburb. Crafted by an award-winning team, these 3- and 4-bedroom homes blend modern design, energy efficiency, and comfort, featuring spacious interiors and high-quality finishes.

St Lucia offers a prime location with excellent connectivity through bus lines, a CityCat stop, and the Toowong Train Station. The suburb boasts lush parks, a prestigious golf course, and top-tier schools, all within a 10-minute drive from Brisbane's city center.

Developed by Dusk Group, with 40 years of experience in residential and commercial properties, and built by Akam Constructions, known for its craftsmanship and attention to detail, Aurora on Depper sets a new standard for suburban living in Brisbane. Construction is underway, with completion expected by mid-2025.

Aurora on Depper, St Lucia - 68-72 Depper Street, St Lucia

Sunset by Dusk Group - 5-7 Bombala Terrace, Caloundra

The Sunshine Coast off the plan apartment market is looking prime for a big 2025, with several developments from some of the regions biggest developers to launch next year.

Still a relatively untapped market as far as new apartments goes, a handful of developers have been creating places to live up and down the Sunshine Coast for years, while some are being attracted to the new CBD which is forming in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/maroochydore-qld" target="">Maroochydore</a>, Australia's largest&nbsp;greenfield CBD&nbsp;project.

The new Maroochydore City Centre is being developed on the former 53-hectare Horton Park Golf Club. Around 10,000 residents will eventually call Maroochydore City Centre home with 25,000 workers commuting to the CBD daily.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said it would be great to see more apartments in the city centre, bringing even greater vibrancy and excitement to the growing heart of Maroochydore.

“Decades of planning have positioned the Maroochydore City Centre as one of the best locations for housing and high-quality inner-city apartment living," Natoli said.

SunCentral CEO Amanda Yeates said the new city centre is becoming a popular location for apartment living, with more families choosing to call Maroochydore City Centre home. 
 
“This is an exciting time for the Sunshine Coast as its new city centre rapidly grows, with thousands of people set to make the move to the city centre in the years to come.”

As we head into 2025, we explore the what, the where, and the who, of the best new projects launching across the Sunshine Coast next year.

<h2>What: The Millwell</h2>

<h2>Where: Maroochydore</h2>

<h2>Who: Habitat Development Group</h2>

Habitat Development Group, one of the leading developers in Maroochydore over the past two decades, is now focusing on another CBD development as the city continues to grow into one of the most economically thriving in the country.

Recently completing The Corso, one of only a handful of residential developments completed in the Maroochydore CBD, Habitat will launch <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/the-millwell">The Millwell</a>, a similar two-bulding development, early next year.

The Millwell will comprise 205 two, three and four-bedroom apartments across two eight-level towers at 2 Millwell Road East, right next to the Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre.<img alt="Millwell" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d99e0fd9-846a-458f-85e8-7046318aae5a" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-11-25%20at%2012.49.30%E2%80%AFPM.png?VersionId=KHaBsTJnJgMVp7nvymiAeEzolxGJZV53" />

At the time of the development application submission in 2022,&nbsp;Habitat Development Group Managing Director Cleighton Clark said the Millwell is in a terrific location.

"It’s nestled directly adjacent to the Sunshine Plaza, with 200m frontage to Cornmeal Creek and walking distance to the rapidly expanding&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/maroochydore-qld" target="">Maroochydore</a>&nbsp;CBD," Clark said, adding that the city has evolved dramatically since Habitat first started building in the coastal area.

“We’ve been building on the Sunshine Coast for the past 19 years and have witnessed property in the region go from strength to strength, particularly the last four years.

"The Millwell provides us another opportunity to meet the demands of the growing region."

<h2>What: Sol by Walker</h2>

<h3>Where: Maroochydore</h3>

<h3>Who: Walker Corporation</h3>

National developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/walker-corporation">Walker Corp</a>&nbsp;is one of the joint venture partners delivering the new Maroochdore City Centre alongside the Sunshine Coast Council and SunCentral Maroochydore.

Walker Corp recently revealed a $220 million mixed-use project, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/sol-by-walker-first-ave-maroochydore">Sol by Walker</a>, in the heart of CBD.&nbsp;

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Designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/plus-architecture">Plus Architecture</a>, Sol by Walker&nbsp;will feature two 19-level towers with 251 apartments;&nbsp;55 one-bedrooms, 111 two-bedrooms, 80 three-bedrooms, including 11 townhouses, and five four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

They will sit above a three-level commercial and retail podium.

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<h2>What: Sunset, Caloundra</h2>

<h2>Where: 5-7 Bombala Terrace, Caloundra</h2>

<h3>Who: Dusk Group</h3>

Brisbane developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/dusk-group">Dusk Group</a> identified beachside Caloundra for their next development.

Currently constructing Aurora on Depper in Brisbane's St Lucia, Dusk is planning Sunset, a seven-level building with 36 apartments minutes from&nbsp;Kings Beach and Bulcock Beach.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/mas-architecture-studio">MAS Architecture Studio</a>, Sunset will offer a "coastal aesthetic with earthy tones and curved balconies."

Amenities include a ground-floor pool, BBQ area, and resident lounge.

Dusk is catering for a wide range of buyers, with prices starting from $700,000. Construction is set to begin in Q2 2025.

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<h2>What: Lago Birtinya</h2>

<h3>Where: 2 Prosperity Drive, Birtinya QLD 4575</h3>

<h3>Who: Cube Developments</h3>

Sunshine Coast developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/cube-developments">Cube</a> is preparing to launch <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/lago-birtinya-2-prosperity-drive-birtinya">Lago</a>, which will continue the local developers commitment to delivering residential projects in premium coastal locations up and down the Sunshine Coast.

The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/birtinya-qld-4575">Birtinya</a>&nbsp;apartment development at&nbsp;2 Prosperity Drive will comprise just 47 high-end apartments.

<img alt="Lago" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e7ae459c-85fa-4b01-b8e6-264df049853b" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-11-25%20at%205.06.14%E2%80%AFPM.png?VersionId=UyYMKCCtFELAUUeNsJCpYg0lQnSa55JY" />

With luxury apartments riding a wave of popularity on the Sunshine Coast, Cube Senior Development Manager Daniel Ryan said he expected a very strong response to the new project.

“With premium amenity and accessibility in a growing location, we anticipate a very strong response when Lago is released to market towards the end of this year,’’ Ryan said.

“The demand for premium coastal apartments is driven by their unique blend of lifestyle, convenience, and investment potential. Our projects, such as Lago, offer residents an unparalleled living experience with views, resort-style amenities, and close proximity to key lifestyle features."

As we head into 2025, we explore the what, the where, and the who, of the best new projects launching across the Sunshine Coast next year

Joel Robinson

The top four apartment developments set to launch on the Sunshine Coast in 2025

The Brisbane-based Dusk Group is making a bold move north, submitting plans for a rare new apartment development in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/dusk-group">Dusk Group</a>, led by Hew Feeney, is seeking to develop <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/sunset-by-dusk-group-5-7-bombala-terrace-caloundra">Sunset by Dusk Group</a>, a seven-level building at&nbsp;5-7 Bombala Terrace, a prime 1,255 sqm site a few streets away from both the beach and the centre of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/caloundra-qld-4551">Caloundra</a>.

Just 36 apartments have been proposed in the building designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/mas-architecture-studio">MAS Architecture Studio</a>.

Lead architect Nick Symonds said he’s taken his inspiration from the nearby Kings Beach and Bulcock Beach.

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“The façade’s earthy colour palette and contrasting textures reflect the warm golden sands of Caloundra’s local beaches, giving an instant holiday feel,” Symonds said. &nbsp;

“The gently curved balconies reflect a contemporary coastal aesthetic while the floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious balconies create true indoor, outdoor connection.” &nbsp;

The design incorporates a ground-floor swimming pool, BBQ area, resident lounge area, welcoming foyer, and a green communal space.

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“Sunset delivers what people have come to expect from modern coastal living.” &nbsp;

Dusk Group Director Anthony Short&nbsp;said residents will enjoy amazing water views to the north, east, and south. &nbsp;

“Residents can take in breathtaking sunset panoramas from Bulcock Beach to Bribie &nbsp;Island, and there’s the stunning Glasshouse mountains to the west,” Short said.&nbsp;

<img alt="Sunset by Dusk Group in Caloundra" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4e43995e-f6c1-4220-bf4c-3b00dcff0d6f" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/00_4.png?VersionId=UURPcs3rY5aXvmGJdbOhN2qmTyj8CwO." />

The development is not just close to the beach but within walking distance to many modern amenities including Seasons Supermarket, Bicentennial Park, Kings Beach Tavern, and Caloundra Bowls Club. &nbsp;

One, two, and three-bedroom apartment configurations will be on offer, with prices starting from $700,000, appealing to a wide range of buyers including first home buyers, investors, and local downsizers. &nbsp;

“I can’t wait to see Sunset come to life, meeting the need for quality design holiday apartments in the booming Sunshine Coast region,” Symonds added.&nbsp;

Construction is expected to begin in the second quarter of 2025.

Dusk Group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-townhouses/aurora-on-depper-st-lucia-68-72-depper-street-st-lucia">Aurora on Depper</a>, a small collection of townhouses in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/st-lucia-qld-4067">St Lucia</a> in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>.

One, two, and three-bedroom apartment configurations will be on offer, with prices starting from $700,000, appealing to a wide range of buyers including first home buyers, investors, and local downsizers.

Dusk Group sets sights on Caloundra new apartment market

Brisbane developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/dusk-group">Dusk Group</a>&nbsp;made a point to start construction on its latest townhouse development, Aurora on Depper in St Lucia, before taking it to market.

They commissioned&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/builders/akam-constructions">AKAM Constructions</a>&nbsp;to handle the build of the eight townhouses at 68-72 Depper Street that fills the need for a dwelling type in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/st-lucia-qld-4067">St Lucia</a> between apartments and standalone houses.

Urban.com.au CEO Mike Bird recently sat down with Huw Feeney, Director at Dusk Group, to talk about <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-townhouses/aurora-on-depper-st-lucia-68-72-depper-street-st-lucia">Aurora on Depper</a>.

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Aurora on Depper aims to provide a more diverse range of housing options in this sought-after area by introducing eight three and four-bedroom townhouses, each designed with multi-purpose rooms that offer flexibility for use as a home office, additional bedroom, or second living area.&nbsp;

The townhouses are spread across three levels and are expected to appeal to a range of buyers, including downsizers, young families, and those with children attending the nearby University of Queensland.

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The project is designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/elevate-design-studio">Elevate Design Studio</a>, known for its work on residential developments that meet the needs of modern living.&nbsp;

Each townhouse will feature a two-car garage, kitchens with zero silica benchtops and butler's pantries, and hybrid timber flooring throughout the living areas. The inclusion of these features reflects a focus on both functionality and contemporary design.

Aurora is just 300 metres from the City Cat and major bus networks.

The project, which recently broke ground, is expected to be completed by mid-2025.&nbsp;

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Urban.com.au CEO Mike Bird recently sat down with Huw Feeney, Director at Dusk Group, to talk about Aurora on Depper.

Michael Bird

Everything a buyer needs to know about Aurora on Depper, St Lucia townhouses

Brisbane's supercharged property market is continuing its bull run in 2024.

If it wasn't for Perth, Brisbane would be the best performing capital city unit market in the country.&nbsp;

CoreLogic's Monthly Hedonic Index showed the value of Brisbane units, which incorporates both apartments and townhouses, rose 1.9 per cent in July.&nbsp;

So far in 2024, units in Brisbane are now 12.8 per cent higher than they started the year, taking the median value from $561,000 to $638,000, surpassing Melbourne and Canberra to become the second most expensive capital city unit market in the country.

CoreLogic Research Director, Tim Lawless, said available supply is a key factor explaining the diverse outcomes in housing growth trends.

“The number of homes for sale in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth is more than 30 per cent below average for this time of the year, while weaker markets like Melbourne and Hobart are recording advertised supply well above average levels,” Lawless said.

<h2>What happened in Brisbane’s off the plan apartment market in July</h2>

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/sekisui-house-australia" target="">Sekisui House</a>&nbsp;Australia secured a $5.25 million sale of a penthouse atop Altura, one of its buildings in its $1 billion&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a> masterplan, West Village.

They've seen a 'reverse sea changer' trend at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/the-allere-collection-west-village-mollison-street-west-end">West Village</a>, which is approaching its final tower release. The buyers,&nbsp;business owners Leo Nipperess and partner Brett Park, are coming from a large home on Sovereign Island.

Nipperess and Park were drawn to the expansive 368 sqm layout complete with multiple living and entertaining zones, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and multiple balconies, only 800m from the Brisbane CBD.

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West End is also set for some more future supply with builder-developer Zen Group planning two&nbsp;"climate-responsive and contextually driven" apartment towers at <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/24-duncan-street-west-end">24 Duncan Street</a>, near Montague Markets.

The towers will home just over 200 apartments.

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The vision aligns with Brisbane's goal to become a New World City by 2031, promoting a globally recognisable subtropical urban lifestyle.

Duncan Street will comprise two 17-level buildings housing 202 apartments, from one-bedroom plus study apartments through to three-bedroom units.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/west-end-set-for-climate-responsive-apartments">West End set for climate-responsive apartments</a>

The riverside has been where it's at in July. Across the Brisbane River in St Lucia, developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/dusk-group">Dusk Group</a>&nbsp;has found a gap in the market with its latest project,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-townhouses/aurora-on-depper-st-lucia-68-72-depper-street-st-lucia">Aurora on Depper</a>.

Aurora on Depper presents an attractive opportunity, considering the scarcity of townhouses in the suburb and the competitive starting price of $1.55 million.

The townhouses,&nbsp;currently under construction by Akam Constructions, feature three bedrooms, a two-car garage, kitchens with zero silica benchtops and butler's pantries, and hybrid timber flooring throughout the living areas.

The townhouses are expected to complete by mid-2025.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/aurora-on-depper-townhouses-to-target-st-lucias-missing-middle">Aurora on Depper townhouses to target St Lucia's "missing middle"</a>

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The <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/bulimba-qld-4171">Bulimba</a> riverfront is also set for a new collection of apartments. Architect-turned-developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/joe-adsett-architects" target="">Joe Adsett</a>&nbsp;is teaming up with developer Zephyr Group QLD for Palais Bulimba at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/25-27-byron-street-bulimba">25-27 Byron Street</a>.

Adsett has designed the two buildings that will home just 13 luxury apartments, focused on taking advantage of the 30 metres of absolute river frontage, connecting residents to nature and views with river-facing balconies.&nbsp;

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Adsett is expecting Palais Bulimba to attract significant interest from both local and interstate buyers. Construction is slated to commence later this year, with completion expected in mid-2026.

Read more:&nbsp;First look exclusive: <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-joe-adsett-partners-with-zephyr-group-for-luxury-bulimba-apartment-development-palais-bulimba">Joe Adsett partners with Zephyr Group for luxury Bulimba apartment development, Palais Bulimba</a>

The only true tower development to launch in 2023,&nbsp;Ruby Ruby&nbsp;in the riverside suburb of <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a>, got a little bigger in July.

National developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/kokoda-property" target="">Kokoda Property</a>&nbsp;was given the green light to add another four levels to the Crombie Street tower. The enhanced scheme will see a further 34 apartments added

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/ruby-ruby-12-crombie-street-milton" target="">Ruby Ruby</a>&nbsp;now comprises 178 apartments across a 26-level building designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/kokoda-adds-more-apartments-to-ruby-ruby-in-milton">Kokoda adds more apartments to Ruby Ruby in Milton</a>

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/city-beat-july-2024-brisbane-units-on-course-for-20-per-cent-gains-in-2024">City Beat July 2024: Brisbane units on course for 20 per cent gains in 2024</a>

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/city-beat-june-2024-brisbane-overtakes-canberra-as-australias-second-most-expensive-capital">City Beat June 2024: Brisbane overtakes Canberra as Australia's second most expensive capital</a>

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CoreLogic Research Director, Tim Lawless, said available supply is a key factor explaining the diverse outcomes in housing growth trends

City Beat August 2024: Brisbane property boom continues

St Lucia has long been one of Brisbane's premier riverfront suburbs.

The sought-after suburb, named after the West Indian island, is well known for its leafy streets, the Brisbane Botanic Garden, and the main campus for the University of Queensland.

As it's grown from its origins as a cotton farming district, significant riverside development has grown with it.&nbsp;One market that's been missed however is the growing market frequently being called the "missing middle".

The missing middle in this instance is the townhouse market, a&nbsp;market that sits between apartments and houses. A third of <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/st-lucia-qld-4067">St Lucia</a> is made up of standalone homes, and another 60 per cent on apartments. According to the latest 2021 ABS Census, less than seven per cent are townhouses.

Brisbane developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/dusk-group">Dusk Group</a> is hitting St Lucia's missing middle with its latest residential development, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-townhouses/aurora-on-depper-st-lucia-68-72-depper-street-st-lucia">Aurora on Depper</a>.

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Named after its position at 68-72 Depper Street, just 300 metres from the City Cat and major bus networks, Aurora on Depper comprises just eight three-level townhouses pitched at downsizers, young families, and those with children who attend the nearby main campus of the University of Queensland.

Aurora on Depper presents an attractive opportunity, considering the scarcity of townhouses in the suburb and the competitive starting price of $1.55 million

Each townhouse, designed by Elevate Design Studio, offers three bedrooms, a two-car garage, kitchens with zero silica benchtops and butler's pantries, and hybrid timber flooring throughout the living areas.

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The versatile multi-purpose rooms are expected to be used as home offices for young professionals, a second living area, or a fourth bedroom.

Aurora on Depper is currently under construction by Akam Constructions and is expected to be complete by mid-2025.

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Aurora on Depper presents an attractive opportunity, considering the scarcity of townhouses in the suburb and the competitive starting price of $1.55 million

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