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Finance
RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884
116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more
PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?
There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more
SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000
Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more
15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL
The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more
BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?
If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more
THE STORY OF THE “MOST”
He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more
TOWNHOUSES IN SPRING HILL – TIME IN THE SUN
It’s great to see townhouses or townhomes in Spring Hill get the prices they are getting as for many years, they were selling for a similar price to apartments. A change in lifestyle is seeing this shift towards townhouses as an alternative to house or apartment living for many reasons. More and more buyers areRead more
HAMILTON’S COTTAGE, 22 ROGERS STREET, SPRING HILL QLD 4000
Hamilton’s Cottage is a rare brick nineteenth-century cottage that has survived in one of Brisbane’s earliest suburbs, Spring Hill. The cottage is a rare example of a period Victorian era 1860 – 1890 style Queenslander. It was built circa 1876 for George Hamilton, a grocer. The cottage stands as a testament to the past, nestledRead more
SPRING HILL & PETRIE TERRACE PROPERTY UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of your go-to property update for Spring Hill & Petrie Terrace. We’re here to keep you informed about the latest trends, sales, and developments affecting your local real estate market. Local Property Values The current median house price (MHP) in Spring Hill is $ 1,607,500 and Petrie Terrace isRead more
Meet the Seller: Robyn Besley, 59 Majestic Outlook, Seven Hills Qld 4170
I first met Robyn when I was selling her brother’s home at Swann Road, St Lucia many years ago. Later I got to sell for Ted, one of her sons, not once but twice. I have been blown away by her and her family’s welcoming nature and trust. I’ll let Robyn tell us in herRead more
Design
RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884
116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more
PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?
There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more
SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000
Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more
15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL
The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more
BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?
If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more
THE STORY OF THE “MOST”
He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more
TOWNHOUSES IN SPRING HILL – TIME IN THE SUN
It’s great to see townhouses or townhomes in Spring Hill get the prices they are getting as for many years, they were selling for a similar price to apartments. A change in lifestyle is seeing this shift towards townhouses as an alternative to house or apartment living for many reasons. More and more buyers areRead more
HAMILTON’S COTTAGE, 22 ROGERS STREET, SPRING HILL QLD 4000
Hamilton’s Cottage is a rare brick nineteenth-century cottage that has survived in one of Brisbane’s earliest suburbs, Spring Hill. The cottage is a rare example of a period Victorian era 1860 – 1890 style Queenslander. It was built circa 1876 for George Hamilton, a grocer. The cottage stands as a testament to the past, nestledRead more
SPRING HILL & PETRIE TERRACE PROPERTY UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of your go-to property update for Spring Hill & Petrie Terrace. We’re here to keep you informed about the latest trends, sales, and developments affecting your local real estate market. Local Property Values The current median house price (MHP) in Spring Hill is $ 1,607,500 and Petrie Terrace isRead more
Meet the Seller: Robyn Besley, 59 Majestic Outlook, Seven Hills Qld 4170
I first met Robyn when I was selling her brother’s home at Swann Road, St Lucia many years ago. Later I got to sell for Ted, one of her sons, not once but twice. I have been blown away by her and her family’s welcoming nature and trust. I’ll let Robyn tell us in herRead more
Education
RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884
116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more
PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?
There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more
SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000
Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more
15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL
The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more
BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?
If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more
THE STORY OF THE “MOST”
He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more
TOWNHOUSES IN SPRING HILL – TIME IN THE SUN
It’s great to see townhouses or townhomes in Spring Hill get the prices they are getting as for many years, they were selling for a similar price to apartments. A change in lifestyle is seeing this shift towards townhouses as an alternative to house or apartment living for many reasons. More and more buyers areRead more
HAMILTON’S COTTAGE, 22 ROGERS STREET, SPRING HILL QLD 4000
Hamilton’s Cottage is a rare brick nineteenth-century cottage that has survived in one of Brisbane’s earliest suburbs, Spring Hill. The cottage is a rare example of a period Victorian era 1860 – 1890 style Queenslander. It was built circa 1876 for George Hamilton, a grocer. The cottage stands as a testament to the past, nestledRead more
SPRING HILL & PETRIE TERRACE PROPERTY UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of your go-to property update for Spring Hill & Petrie Terrace. We’re here to keep you informed about the latest trends, sales, and developments affecting your local real estate market. Local Property Values The current median house price (MHP) in Spring Hill is $ 1,607,500 and Petrie Terrace isRead more
Meet the Seller: Robyn Besley, 59 Majestic Outlook, Seven Hills Qld 4170
I first met Robyn when I was selling her brother’s home at Swann Road, St Lucia many years ago. Later I got to sell for Ted, one of her sons, not once but twice. I have been blown away by her and her family’s welcoming nature and trust. I’ll let Robyn tell us in herRead more