While the Australian property investment market experienced a turbulent year, we saw some incredible opportunities on CommercialReady.Â
As we look back on the year that was, we wanted to highlight, in no particular order, some of the most popular investments throughout the year. Although many of these listings have already sold, there might be one or two that are still available if you act swiftly!
This exceptional freestanding KFC investment sits in a prime location surrounded by premium suburbs including East Malvern, Glen Iris and Chadstone proved very popular with investors on CommercialReady.
Providing a rental income of $214k+ from a tenant that has occupied the property since 2008, as well as a renewed 5 + 5 lease going through to 2033, it comes as no surprise!
This investment in Subiaco is an outstanding opportunity for a lucky investor to acquire a fully leased building with excellent land attributes and exciting future development potential.Â
Brought to us Cygnet West's Tory Packer and Wayne Lawrence, this investment is primely positioned at the busy intersection of Hay Street and Coghlan Road, directly opposite Officeworks, the property comprises a pharmacy and an adjoining two-level boutique office building.
Brought to market by RWC's Jackson Rameau this prime investment opportunity holds a net Income: $525k+, with a 10 year net lease to 2031 to BP Australia, on top of a 15-year net lease to 2036 to Carl's Jnr, annual fixed increases at 3.00% and 3.25%, ensuring strong growth.
It is no wonder that this was extremely popular with our Queensland investors!Â
7. Darling Square Retail 70 Hay Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
This 100% leasehold interest in Darling Square Retail was one of our most popular New South Wales investments of 2023.Â
Marketed by Colliers' Lachlan MacGillivray, this investment represented a vibrant and strong performing dining and retail offering comprising 44 retailers in a recently developed, award-winning mixed-use precinct. Situated in a prestigious location at the crossroads of the Sydney CBD, Darling Harbour, Haymarket, and Chinatown districts, Darling Square Retail came fully occupied and home to some of Sydney’s best food operators. Additionally, this investment holds a whopping $5.25 million in rental income, which piqued the interest of many investors.Â
This impressive Class 9C property in the South Australian Riverland region boasts a sprawling site area of approximately 6,423 square meters and features an impressive triple frontage along three streets. Brought to market by Ray White's Matt Lazarus, this investment offers a versatile setup with a total building area of over 3286 square meters*Â
Nestled in the heart of South Australia's flourishing Riverland area, this property stands out due to its substantial, well-designed structures that can be easily adapted to various purposes. The accommodation buildings are well maintained, providing an attractive option for groups looking to utilise the space for diverse purposes such as short or long-term rentals
Gorman Allard Shelton's Peter Bremner and Jonathon McCormack together with CBRE's Tom Ryan and Scott Orchard brought us one of the ‘Kew Junctions’ best and most renowned office buildings.
With a rental net income sitting over $1.35m stemming from multiple income streams, while also sitting in one of Melbourne's most affluent suburbs, it is no wonder that this was one of our most popular out of Victoria for 2023.Â
The award-winning Republic Hotel, located in the prestigious Adelaide city fringe suburb of Norwood, brought to us by JLL's Ben Parkinson and Will Connolly, proved to be rather popular with our South Australian investors!
Occupying a commanding 3,327 sqm corner site, the hotel has been beautifully refurbished offering high-end facilities throughout comprising a restaurant, lounge bar, private dining room and gaming room with 32 EGMs to name a few.Â
Marketed by Ray White Commercial's Joseph Assaf and Andrew Sacco, this investment presented a unique and rare opportunity to acquire a freehold commercial building in a tightly held market. Strategically located only 200m* to the Fennell Street Light Rail Stop, the property is leased to Pacific Smiles Group Limited (PSQ) being a ASX listed company.
Holding a passing net rental income of $192k+ per annum plus GST, with the tenant liable for 100% of outgoings, while also being leased till 15 May 2028, it is no wonder that this investment was quickly sold.Â
This multi-tenanted investment brought to market by Tilt Commercial's Adam Yeo is a prime-positioned showroom, offered for the first time in 30 Years.Â
Located at the Eastern end of Albany Highway adjacent to the Nicholson Road intersection, this asset is the ultimate asset for any astute investor looking for absolute street-front exposure and unmatched access to the Cannington Commercial Strip, which was very popular with our Western Australia investors.Â
1. Warwick Home & Life 74-80 Albion Street, Warwick, QLD, 4370
A brand-new secure investment with a 100% occupancy rate underpinned by ASX listed covenants BCF & Petbarn, need we say more?
Occupying a 6,048 sqm site, Warwick Home & Life is 100% leased to national covenants BCF, Petbarn, Doctos&Co, Café 63, and Anytime Fitness, serviced by 63 at-grade car parks. The centre is situated in the booming Southern Downs regional corridor, which our Queensland investors found rather attractive.Â
That's it! 2023 saw some incredible investment opportunities for all types of investors. If you want to keep up-to-date with the latest investment opportunities across Australia, be sure to subscribe to CommercialReady.
