The quality of housing in Noosa is coming to the fore as buyers seek good design, aspect and high standards in building.
It has the effect of driving sales in an already sought-after region.
Real estate principal Tom Offermann said matching the Noosa aesthetic with design really stands out, the way we embrace the environment.
“It only makes sense given the amenable environment in which we live,’’ he said.
“Work with it, open the houses up.
“We do not have to close them up for the weather.’’
Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Lauren Chen is seeing strong inquiry for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex apartment with pool at 1/3 Ann St, Noosaville, that goes to auction Saturday, June 12, at 10am.
“A noticeable tightening of the Noosa residential market, has led to house hunters needing to look at alternative styles of living,’’ she said.
“A sun-drenched, stand-alone duplex with its own pool off your living room just one street back from the Noosa River, might just be the answer.’’
As well as good numbers at open homes, Lauren hosted five private viewings in the first week of the campaign.
“Feet through the door and inquiry has been huge … most have been Melbourne, Brisbane and local people looking to make the shift.
“It has a really nice, homey feel. It faces north so there is sun at any time.
“It feels and operates like a house.’’
BEACH HOUSE APPEAL
Rebekah Offermann and Eric Seetoo at Tom Offermann Real Estate have been seeing a fantastic response to a six-bedroom, six-bathroom beachside house with pool at 25 Adams St, Sunshine Beach, that goes to auction on Saturday.
The key appeal is being so close to beach, Rebekah said, and with white sand and waves breaking views.
People are also attracted to the large proportions of the house including the high ceilings – big enough for even the largest or extended families.
RARE GEM IN SUNSHINE
The six-bedroom, three-bathroom house at 36 Enterprise St, Sunshine Beach, marks a hidden gem in a sought-after location in which properties rarely become available.
Nic Hunter of Tom Offermann Real Estate is seeing a lot of interest in the property ahead of Saturday’s auction at 9am.
Much of the interest is from interstate, with people indicating they will be flying in for it.
“Some have just spent their time in isolation in order to get up,’’ Nic said, referring to the Covid-19 lockdowns in Melbourne.
The property has 270-degree grandstand and gull’s eye views, from the Tea Tree Bay-side of the Noosa National Park, across to the northerly Lions Head, then sweeping south the white sand of Sunshine Beach, and onwards to Point Cartwright and Mooloolaba.
There are multiple living and leisure spaces on three levels, floor-to-ceiling picture windows, banks of louvres, and sliders to access undercover terraces,
On the lower level is a second fully self-contained living space with bar/servery, and a separate entry.
SYDNEY BUYERS FLY IN
Ahead of this weekend’s auctions Nick Hunter’s listing of 51 Tristania St, Marcus Beach, has sold to buyers who flew from Sydney and loved the four-bedroom residence as well as location near the beach.
There had been very solid interest in the property, which has a lot to do with the privacy of the street.
“It’s a huge house, a lovely family home, right on the beach,’’ Nic said.
Positioned on the highest ridgeline of this exclusive beachfront enclave, the house is across three levels and captures panoramic ocean views.
An external staircase leads down to the 20-metre lap pool, gymnasium, workshop, storeroom and poolside bathroom.
Last weekend Tom Offermann Real Estate’s Tracy Russell secured $830,000 for her listing of 21 Verano, 14 James St, Noosaville.
There were six registered bidders, strong interest came from Brisbane and interstate buyers, 25 were in attendance and it was a record for a two-bedroom in the complex.
The Tim McSweeney-listed 106-107 Hotel Laguna, 6 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, was withdrawn, and the Cameron Urquhart-listed 27 Sivyers Rd, Tinbeerwah, is for sale at $2.695m.
On Sunday there were three registered bidders for the Chris Miller-listed 7309 Pepper Noosa Resort, 5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads.
Interest came expat Australians and interstater investors. It was sold under the hammer to a thrilled family from Melbourne.
Chris was also thrilled as it marks the 18th sale in the past 14 months at the much sought-after Peppers Noosa Resort, where occupancy rates are consistently high.
AUCTION SUCCESS
Kess Prior and Graham Smith at Hinternoosa saw double auction success on Saturday with their Noosaville and Doonan properties both attracting strong bidding and selling under the hammer.
“Our auctions are going off,’’ Kess said. “It was a no-brainer to switch to them in this market.
“Too many people are unhappy with multi-offer situations.
“With auctions they can see the process.’’
With five registered bidders, the three-bedroom, one-bath creek-front house on 728sq m at 155 Lake Weyba Dve, Noosaville, was offered first, at 9am
Two bidders fought it out in the end, with it going for $1.625m to a young couple with deep roots in the Noosa property industry.
Interest was mostly from locals with the intention of renovating or rebuilding to take advantage of the peaceful location.
Then at 11am Kess and Graham took the four-bedroom, three-bathroom house with pool on 0.79ha at 29 Meadow Ct, Doonan, to the market.
Again, there were five registered bidders for the refurbished home close to the golf course.
And it came down to two who were fighting for the chocolates.
The property sold for $2.390m to a young Australian family returning from overseas. They had been staying in Noosa and fell in love with the property from the start.
The sellers have upsized with acreage at Black Mountain.
TWO FOR AUCTION
Husband-and-wife team Mario and Jeanette Catalano have a couple of auctions on the go and both attracting inquiry.
On Wednesday, June 16, they are taking the three-bedroom, two-bathroom house on 694sq m at 6 Fittell Ct, Tewantin, to the market at 2pm.
Then on Friday, June 18, they will put 6 and 8 Springfield Ccl, Cooroy, under the hammer at 11am.
Buyers for the Tewantin property have been a mixture of singles, couples and families, Jeanette said.
“They like the location, with close proximity to schools, shops and beach.’’
Beautifully presented and lovingly maintained, this stylish home is also fresh from recently being painted inside and out.
It offers a liveable floor plan and features white shutters, split system air-conditioned lounge room, a modern kitchen with plenty of bench and cupboard space plus a convenient breakfast bar.
This property also boasts 20 solar panels, rainwater tanks, gardens sheds, and secure yard.
“All properties have had good interest right from the get-go.
“There has been plenty of attendance at the mid-week opens too.
“We are seeing buyers who have been trying to secure a property for a while and keep missing out, along with new buyers too.’’
Interest is mainly from Queenslanders still, but some from New South Wales are sending friends first.
READY FOR NEXT CHAPTER
Melbourne people are still in the mix for Noosa property despite the Covid-19 lockdown in the southern capital yet it is different to having them up here for open homes.
Scott Cowley and Kelsie Melville of Noosa Estate Agents are seeing a real mix of interest ahead of their auction at 8 Oak St, Sunshine Beach, on Saturday, June 19, at 1pm.
As well as internet inspections from people in Melbourne they are seeing locals and Brisbane interest for the original five-bedroom, two-bathroom beach house on 540sq m.
“Probably 20 years old, the house has been perfect for the family’s beach lifestyle,’’ Scott said. “They have lived it and loved it.
“Now it’s time for someone to transform it or to update it, otherwise remove it and rebuild … it’s such a good spot.’’
The interiors of the house feature high raked ceilings, open plan living and large gymnasium or multi-purpose room.
The fully-covered deck enjoys a north eastern aspect
INQUIRY LEVELS BUILD
Roger Omdahl of Laguna Real Estate continues to clock up inquiries on the three-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment 4/35 Picture Point Cres, Noosa Heads, in the lead-up to the June 19 auction.
Inquiries from Victoria, especially Melbourne, are increasing a lot – most for a holiday unit, but some to live in.
South east Queensland and coastal inquiry is still strong, with most looking to live in and also to renovate.
AUCTION ACTION
FRIDAY, June 4
Noosa Heads
106-107, 6 Hastings St: 2bed, 2bath dual-key apartment, Tim McSweeney 0411 122 331 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Withdrawn from sale
SATURDAY, June 5
Doonan
29 Meadow Ct: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, on 0.79 ha, Kess Prior 0404 344 399 Graham Smith 0408 874 888 Hinternoosa. Five registered bidders. Sold at auction $2.390m
Noosaville
155 Lake Weyba Dve: 3bed, 1bath, 2car creek-front house, Kess Prior 0404 344 399 Graham Smith 0408 874 888 Hinternoosa. Five registered bidders. Sold at auction $1.625m
Tinbeerwah
27 Sivyers Rd: 5bed, 2bath, 6car house plus cottage on 13.32ha, Cameron Urquhart 0411 757 570 Tom Offermann Real Estate. For sale at $2.695m
WEDNESDAY, June 9
Noosa Waters
16 Masthead Quay: 3bed, 2bath, 2car waterfront house, pool, jetty, on 760sq m, 1pm, Adrian Reed 0409 446 955 Darren Neal, 0401 212 505, Reed & Co
106 Shorehaven Dve: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, on 670sq m, 2pm, Nathan Howie 0414 424 333 Noosa Estate Agents. Sold prior
SATURDAY, June 12
Marcus Beach
51 Tristania Dve: 4bed, 4bath, 3car house, pool, 12pm, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold prior
Noosaville
1/3 Ann St: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, pool, 10am, Lauren Chen 0412 672 375 Tom Offermann Real Estate
128-130 Gympie Tce: 548sq m riverfront development site, 5pm, Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Sunshine Beach
36 Enterprise St: 6bed, 3bath, 2car house, 9am, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann Real Estate
25 Adams St: 6bed, 6bath, 2car house, pool, Rebekah Offermann, 0413 044 241 Eric Seetoo 0419 757 770 Tom Offermann Real Estate
WEDNESDAY, June 16
Tewantin
6 Fittell Ct: 3bed, 2bath 2car house on 694sq m, 2pm, Jeanette Catalano 0422 923 851 Mario Catalano 0400 613 879 Hinternoosa
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