What local buyers want from their next Upper North Shore home

For residents of St Ives and the Upper North Shore, the area’s greenery, convenience and close-knit community appeal means many want to stay local even when it is time to make a move.With homeowners in the Upper North Shore holding onto their homes for an average of almost 13.5 years according to PropTrack data, and this average hold time increasing by 13% in the past five years, it’s clear that locals are looking to stay in the area.In a market with limited new supply and many established homes, finding a modern, low-maintenance apartment that meets expectations has been a challenge for many buyers.It is a need that Prosper Collection set out to meet with its new St Ives development, The Cowan.Featuring a mix of two-, three-and four-bedroom apartments, The Cowan offers homes shaped by the location that local buyers already love and designed for contemporary living.The Cowan by Prosper Collection offers buyers the opportunity to secure a home in a much-loved suburb.A new residential address designed for St IvesLocated on Cowan Road, The Cowan sits beside the manicured greens of Pymble Golf Club and adjacent to St Ives Shopping Village.The address connects residents to everyday esse...