Buyers flock to $380m Rochedale

The fifth stage at Aveo’s The Rochedale Estates in Brisbane’s south is more than 50 per cent sold as locals opt to upgrade to a new home in the $380 million masterplanned community.Sixty-eight lots out of 120 have been sold in stage five, known as The Grange at The Rochedale Estates, bringing total sales to over 600 since the development launched in January 2011.Lots in The Grange at The Rochedale Estates range from 323sqm to 865sqm, with prices starting from $400,000.Rochedale Estates senior development manager Troy Thompson said the unique mix of central location, natural setting and the estate’s resort-style amenities was driving sales.“People are buying into an established, leafy community with lifestyle facilities in place and that has had a positive effect on sales momentum,” he said.“Most local buyers have come from within 15 kilometres of the estate, particularly from suburbs like Eight Mile Plains, Sunnybank and Carindale.“Being just 15 kilometres from Brisbane means residents have ready access to the CBD and its conveniences while being in an affordable and family-oriented community.”Rochedale Estates features a $5.5 million lifestyle centre with two swimming pools, two tennis courts, a fully equipped gymnasium, café, barbeque facilities, function room, business centre, residents’ lounge and theatre.Surrounded by 35 hectares of native bushland reserve, the project boasts a range of walking and cycling paths as well as tailored community parklands with picnic areas and playgrounds.The community is close to a range of local amenities, shopping precincts, educational facilities and public transport.Work is expected to commence this year on a shopping village as well as the Town Centre, which will be located around 800 meters from the estate.A display village featuring more than 50 new homes from over 20 of Australia’s leading builders is also open at the estate.Visit www.rochedaleestates.com.au or call 1800 777 630 for more information.