Is Your Highfields 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 Highfields property a development site? Learn the signs that your land has development potential in Toowoomba and the Darling Downs.

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

Highfields: Development Potential

Highfields sits 135km north-west of Brisbane, on Toowoomba's northern fringe. Highfields is Toowoomba's population growth engine — a rapidly expanding suburb on the city's northern fringe. New residential estates, quality schools, and a semi-rural character attract families seeking modern housing with space. The commercial centre is growing to match the population, creating development opportunities for retail and medium-density projects.

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

Key Signs Your Highfields Property Has Development Value

1. Your Zoning Allows Higher Density

Under the Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme, Highfields contains several zones:

Zone	Typical Height	What Can Be Built
Centre (Highfields)	3-5 storeys	Mixed-use, retail + residential
Low-Medium Density Residential	2-3 storeys	Townhouses, duplexes
Low Density Residential	2 storeys	Houses
Emerging Community	2 storeys	New residential estates

Check your specific zoning at Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme.

2. Your Block is Suitable for Development

"Highfields: Development Potential Highfields sits 135km north-west of Brisbane, on Toowoomba's northern fringe."

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Developers in Highfields 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

Highfields is Toowoomba's fastest-growing suburb with extensive new residential estates. Highfields Village Shopping Centre provides established retail. Multiple new schools serve the growing community. The New England Highway connects to Toowoomba CBD. The suburb retains a semi-rural character on its northern fringes.

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 Highfields that would sell for a standard residential price regularly achieve 40-100% more when marketed as development sites to qualified developer buyers.

What's Driving Developer Demand in Highfields

Toowoomba's fastest-growing suburb, new estate development, family demographic demand, quality new schools, and semi-rural lifestyle within 10 minutes of the CBD
Strong end-buyer demand for apartment and townhouse living in Toowoomba and the Darling Downs
Limited remaining development sites creating scarcity premium
Highfields Village Shopping Centre, new schools, New England Highway, semi-rural surrounds
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 Highfields property owners covering zoning, constraints, estimated yield, and realistic price expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Highfields property a development site?

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

How much more is my Highfields land worth to a developer?

Properties in medium-to-high density zones can be worth 40-100% more as development sites depending on zoning, block size, and site characteristics.

Are developers actively buying in Highfields?

Yes. Highfields is an active development site market driven by toowoomba's fastest-growing suburb, new estate development, family demographic demand, quality new schools, and semi-rural lifestyle within 10 minutes of the cbd and sustained end-buyer demand.

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Source: acres.au/insights/highfields-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.