From inner‑city hubs to lifestyle precincts, these suburbs across Australia’s major cities are emerging as leaders in the apartment surge.
Based on current listings on realestate.com.au, these suburbs have the highest level of apartment development in their respective cities.
Park Modern by Time & Place sits within South Melbourne, one of Australia's top apartment hotspots. Picture: realestate.com.au
They span multiple states and include beachside icons, inner‑city neighbourhoods and established suburban centres, each playing a distinct role in how apartment living is evolving nationwide.
From the Gold Coast to Perth’s riverfront, here’s where the next wave of apartments is emerging.
Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Once known primarily as a holiday destination, Broadbeach has the most active apartment development market in the country, with 16 new projects currently listed on realestate.com.au
Sandpiper features multiple levels of wellness and lifestyle amenities in Broadbeach, Queensland. Picture: realestate.com.au
Located just south of Surfers Paradise, the suburb combines beachfront living with everyday convenience. Major drawcards include Kurrawa Beach, The Star Gold Coast and Pacific Fair, alongside a dense hospitality strip that supports a growing full‑time residential population.
Lutwyche and West End, Brisbane
As Brisbane leans further into higher‑density living, activity is accelerating beyond the CBD.
GF Build’s Leonina sits on the other side of Lutwyche Road in Lutwyche, Brisbane. Picture: realestate.com.au
Lutwyche and West End each have five new apartment developments underway, reflecting buyer demand for well‑connected suburbs with established amenity. Strong transport access, walkability and proximity to employment hubs are helping both areas emerge as inner‑city alternatives to traditional CBD living.
Castle Hill, Sydney
While apartment construction is rising across Sydney, Castle Hill stands out with nine new projects.
Showground Pavilions by Deicorp sits near Hills Showground station in Castle Hill. Picture: realestate.com.au
About 30 kilometres north‑west of the CBD, the Hills district hub is transitioning from a predominantly detached‑housing market to a more diverse mix, supported by improved transport and growing demand for medium‑ and high‑density options.
South Melbourne, Melbourne
Just two kilometres from the city, South Melbourne is now home to eight new apartment developments.
Set along a leafy street in South Melbourne, Park Street offers a quieter setting with views back to the city skyline. Picture: realestate.com.au
The suburb’s evolution is closely linked to the transformation of neighbouring Fishermans Bend, Australia’s largest urban renewal precinct. Together, they are reshaping demand for inner‑city living close to jobs, transport and lifestyle infrastructure.
Adelaide CBD and Kent Town, Adelaide
In South Australia, new apartment activity is concentrated in and around the city centre.
Set within the heart of Adelaide, One Four Four Hutt offers framed views toward the CBD and Adelaide Hills. Picture: realestate.com.au
The Adelaide CBD and Kent Town each have two new developments underway, reflecting a broader shift toward well‑located, high‑amenity urban living supported by ongoing investment in transport, education and public spaces.
Applecross, Perth
In Perth’s south, Applecross has three new apartment developments designed to capitalise on its Swan River setting, strong transport links and established convenience.
Finbar Group's Romeo Applecross is located near the Swan River in Applecross, Western Australia. Picture: realestate.com.au
Rather than large‑scale transformation, growth here is being carefully integrated into the suburb’s existing character, expanding housing choice in a tightly held riverside market.
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