West End Property Market 2026: Development Site Demand & Pricing

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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West End Brisbane property market 2025. Development site demand, pricing trends, buyer activity, and market outlook for sellers in this premium inner-city suburb.

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

Market Overview: West End 2025

West End's development site market in 2026 is characterised by strong demand, limited supply, and evolving buyer profiles. The suburb's maturation from an emerging development precinct to an established premium address is reflected in both site pricing and the quality of projects being delivered.

Current Demand Profile

Who's Buying

Boutique developers: Quality-focused operators building 15-40 apartment projects
Premium operators: Targeting owner-occupier buyers with high-end finishes and design
Mixed-use developers: Interested in Boundary Street and Montague Road opportunities
Build-to-rent operators: Seeking well-located rental housing sites in established lifestyle precincts
National developers: Occasional interest in larger amalgamated sites

Market Characteristics

Demand exceeds supply: More active buyers than available sites
Off-market transactions increasing: Many sales occurring through private networks before public marketing
Quality focus: Developers competing on design and amenity, not just price
Community-aware buyers: Developers who understand West End's character expectations

Pricing Trends

Year	MDR $/m² Range	HDR $/m² Range
2022	$2,000 - $2,800	$2,800 - $4,000
2023	$2,200 - $3,000	$3,000 - $4,500
2024	$2,400 - $3,200	$3,200 - $5,000
2025 (current)	$2,500 - $3,500	$3,500 - $6,000

"Market Overview: West End 2025 West End's development site market in 2026 is characterised by strong demand, limited supply, and evolving buyer profiles."

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Growth has been steady rather than explosive, reflecting the suburb's maturity and the quality-focused nature of the buyer pool.

Supply Dynamics

Available development sites in West End are becoming scarce:

Character overlay areas are effectively off-limits for conventional development
Many non-overlay sites have already been developed or acquired
Remaining opportunities are concentrated along corridors and in transition zones
Site consolidation is increasingly necessary for larger projects

This supply constraint supports ongoing pricing strength.

Outlook for Sellers

Positive Factors

Sustained lifestyle demand from end-buyers
Limited remaining development sites
South Bank precinct continues to enhance
Strong rental market supporting build-to-rent demand

Considerations

Character overlay limits some sites
Community expectations influence DA outcomes
Construction costs affect developer feasibility
Competition from other inner-city suburbs

Bottom line: West End remains one of Brisbane's strongest development site markets. Current conditions are favourable for sellers, and the limited remaining supply suggests prices will remain firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2025 a good time to sell a development site in West End?

Yes. Demand exceeds supply, pricing is firm, and lifestyle fundamentals continue to strengthen. Conditions are favourable for achieving premium development site outcomes.

Are West End development site prices still rising?

Growth continues at a moderate pace. Limited remaining supply and sustained end-buyer demand provide a strong floor for pricing. Steady rather than explosive growth reflects the suburb maturity.

What type of developer is most active in West End?

Boutique and premium developers building 15-40 apartment projects for owner-occupiers. Mixed-use developers targeting Boundary Street and build-to-rent operators are also increasingly active.

Suburbs Mentioned in This Article

West End

Published by ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group

Source: acres.au/insights/west-end-property-market-2025-development-demand | ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) provides property advisory, development site sales, and residential real estate services across Brisbane and South East Queensland, Australia.