From secure play areas to on‑site grooming stations, these buildings have added thoughtful features for residents and their pets.
As off-the-plan apartment living becomes more popular across Australia, developers are constantly evolving their designs to match what residents want – and that includes catering for pets.
For many Australians, pets aren’t just companions, they’re family. In apartment living, pet ownership can bring practical and lifestyle challenges – from finding enough space for exercise to managing socialisation.
New apartment developments are incorporating dedicated amenities for pets. Picture: Getty
Recognising this, more developers are introducing dedicated pet amenities such as secure exercise areas and on-site washing stations.
This not only makes everyday life easier for animal lovers but also adds to the overall appeal and value of a home.
Here are four new apartment developments offering thoughtful perks for pets.
Dedicated grooming space for Spot
In New South Wales, Melrose Park by Sekisui House features multiple pet amenities designed for a variety of needs.
According to the developer, apartment living should not get in the way of pets enjoying the best facilities too.
Melrose Park offers a pet wash bay, grooming facilities and green spaces for long walks. Picture: realestate.com.au
Some of these tailored amenities include 50,000sqm of green spaces for long walks and playtime, a pet wash bay and grooming facilities – making it easy to keep your furry friend fresh and tidy.
For residents, Melrose Park also offers a supermarket, café, communal workspace, indoor activities room and a wellness centre catering to a range of fitness styles.
Currently, two- and three-bedroom apartments remain available for buyers,with prices ranging from $1.103 million to $1.426 million.
Concierge services for Coco
In South Australia, Cedar Woods is offering a range of pet amenities for downsizers at Bloom.
Described as a “prestigious over 55s community”, Bloom features 119 pet-friendly apartments ranging from one- to three-bedrooms layouts.
Bloom residents can access a range of providers for dog walking, pet sitting and grooming through a concierge service. Picture: realestate.com.au
According to the developer, pets are central to Bloom, with extra features to ensure residents’ furry friends are well cared for.
Through its concierge service, residents can access a range of local providers to meet certain requests. This includes dog walking, pet sitting and grooming.
This is all done through a user pays service, meaning residents will only pay for the services they want – whether it’s a one-time need or a reoccurring service.
Currently, only three-bedroom apartments remain with prices starting from $1.559 million.
Room for Rufus to run
Celsius Developments is delivering a new mixed-use development in Perth called Alma Square, with various amenities catering to residents and their pets.
Offering 40 different floorplans, Alma Square has 108 apartments ranging from one- to four-bedrooms as well as penthouses.
Amenities at Alma Square include an on-site grooming service and exercise area. Picture: realestate.com.au
For pets, the development offers an on-site grooming service and a dedicated exercise area – ideal for ensuring your pet gets the activity and mental stimulation it needs.
Residents can also enjoy a gym, pool, sauna, cinema, workspace hub, and spacious private dining areas.
Apartments are on sale from $585,000 to $4.450 million.
Wellness for you and Winnie
Milieu’s Ripponlea Terrace at Elsternwick Gardens, in Melbourne’s south-east, features thoughtful pet amenities.
Described as a new neighbourhood, Elsternwick Gardens is made up of three residential offerings – Gordon Place, Ripponlea Terrace and The Garden Pavilion – which collectively provide 175 one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes.
Ripponlea Terrace at Elsternwick Gardens will incorporate a pet care area. Picture: realestate.com.au
Ripponlea Terrace, currently under construction, will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments.
As part of the amenities, it will include pet care areas, giving residents peace of mind that their pets are well looked after.
Residents will also have access to a lawn tennis court, gym, pilates and yoga studios, a golf simulator, and a public playground.
With an anticipated completion date of February 2027, Ripponlea Terrace at Elsternwick Gardens has apartments starting from $689,000.
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