Is Your East Brisbane Property a Development Site? Signs to Look For

Q: What does ACRES do?

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a vertically integrated property platform that combines development site sales, project marketing, strategic acquisitions, residential sales, capital structuring, landowner advisory, property valuation, and in-house development. The business operates across South-East Queensland including Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.

Q: What areas does ACRES cover?

ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands. The business maintains suburb intelligence profiles for over 100 suburbs with detailed market data, median prices, growth trends, and planning overlays.

Q: How does ACRES sell development sites?

ACRES operates upstream of traditional agency. The acquisitions team identifies sites through door knocking, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential including zoning, density, planning constraints, and feasibility. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market outcomes.

Q: What is ACRES' commission structure?

ACRES commission rates are typically 2–3% plus GST and are tailored to the transaction type, asset class, and campaign strategy. Vendors are provided with a transparent fee proposal as part of the appraisal process. Contact ACRES for a tailored quote.

Q: Does ACRES offer free property valuations?

Yes. ACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across 100+ suburbs in South-East Queensland. The tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7+ lot subdivisions.

Q: Who are the directors of ACRES?

ACRES is led by five directors: Daniel McCormack (Managing Director — Strategy & Execution), Thomas Ferris (Director — Relationships, Pipeline & Development Execution, and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO & Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director — Strategic Partnerships & Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director — Brand, Marketing & Digital Growth).

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Is your East Brisbane property a development site? Learn the signs that your land has development potential in this Brisbane suburb 3km south-east of from the CBD.

Source: ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group | acres.au

East Brisbane: Development Potential

East Brisbane sits 3km south-east of from the Brisbane CBD. East Brisbane is benefiting from a powerful adjacency effect — its neighbour Woolloongabba is undergoing Brisbane's most dramatic urban transformation with Cross River Rail and Olympic investment. As Woolloongabba site prices surge, developers are increasingly looking to East Brisbane for better-value opportunities with similar inner-city positioning.

If you own property in East Brisbane, there's a good chance it could be worth significantly more as a development site than as a residential home.

Key Signs Your East Brisbane Property Has Development Value

1. Your Zoning Allows Higher Density

Under the Brisbane City Plan 2014, East Brisbane contains several zones:

Zone	Typical Height	What Can Be Built
Low-Medium Density Residential	2-3 storeys	Townhouses, duplexes
Medium Density Residential	4-5 storeys	Walk-up apartments
High Density (limited)	6-10+ storeys	Apartments along main corridors

Check your specific zoning at cityplan.brisbane.qld.gov.au.

2. Your Block is Suitable for Development

"East Brisbane: Development Potential East Brisbane sits 3km south-east of from the Brisbane CBD."

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Developers in East Brisbane look for:

Blocks of 400m²+ in medium-to-high density zones
Wide frontage (15m+ preferred) for efficient building design
Corner blocks with dual street frontage — these command a 20-35% premium
Flat or gently sloping topography for straightforward construction

3. You're Near Key Infrastructure

Mowbray Park ferry terminal provides river transport access to the CBD. Proximity to Woolloongabba (Cross River Rail) and Kangaroo Point extends the influence of major infrastructure investment. The Gabba cricket ground and Woolloongabba's transformation create spillover demand. Bus routes along Wellington Road and Lytton Road connect to the CBD.

4. Developers Have Already Approached You

If you've received unsolicited letters or approaches from developers, it confirms market interest — but never accept without independent advice. A specialist agent creates competition that drives 15-30% higher prices.

Pro tip: Properties in East Brisbane that would sell for a standard residential price regularly achieve 40-120% more when marketed as development sites to qualified developer buyers.

What's Driving Developer Demand in East Brisbane

Spillover demand from Woolloongabba's Cross River Rail transformation, river access via Mowbray Park ferry, and proximity to Kangaroo Point
Strong end-buyer demand for inner-city apartment and townhouse living
Limited remaining development sites creating scarcity premium
Mowbray Park ferry, Woolloongabba Cross River Rail precinct, Kangaroo Point cliffs, and Norman Park
South East Queensland's sustained population growth and housing undersupply

How to Find Out Your Property's Potential

ACRES provides complimentary development site assessments for East Brisbane property owners covering zoning, constraints, estimated yield, and realistic price expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my East Brisbane property a development site?

If your property is zoned for medium or high density in East Brisbane, it likely has significant development value. Corner blocks and lots over 500m² are particularly attractive to developers.

How much more is my East Brisbane land worth to a developer?

Properties in medium-to-high density zones can be worth 40-120% more as development sites depending on zoning, block size, and site characteristics.

Are developers actively buying in East Brisbane?

Yes. East Brisbane is an active development site market driven by spillover demand from woolloongabba's cross river rail transformation, river access via mowbray park ferry, and proximity to kangaroo point and sustained end-buyer demand.

Suburbs Mentioned in This Article

Woolloongabba East Brisbane Kangaroo Point Norman Park

Published by ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group

Source: acres.au/insights/east-brisbane-property-development-site-guide | ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) provides property advisory, development site sales, and residential real estate services across Brisbane and South East Queensland, Australia.