For Large Block Owners
Your big block could be worth
more than you think
If you own a block over 600m² in South East Queensland, the land under your feet may be worth significantly more than a standard valuation suggests. We help landowners understand their options and unlock the full value of their property.
800m²+
Minimum Block We Assess
$350K-$700K
Typical Rear Lot Value
15-30%
DA Approval Price Uplift
50+
Active Developer Buyers
Do You Qualify?
Signs your block has hidden value
Most automated property valuations assess your home as a single dwelling on a single lot. They do not factor in subdivision potential, rezoning uplift, or developer demand. If any of these apply to you, your block may be worth far more.
Read the full guide- Your block is over 600m² (check your rates notice)
- Developers are buying or building in your suburb
- Your house sits to one side or at the front of the block
- You have a corner block or dual street frontage
- Your suburb has been rezoned to higher density recently
- New infrastructure is being built within 2km of your property
If 2 or more apply, your block likely has genuine development potential.
Your Options
Three ways to unlock your land value
The right strategy depends on your block, your goals, and your timeline. We help you evaluate all three and choose the path that delivers the best result.
Subdivide & Sell the Rear Lot
Keep your home, sell your backyard
Create a separate title for the rear of your block and sell it as a vacant lot. Stay in your home while unlocking $300,000-$700,000 in land value.
Ideal for: Blocks over 800m² with the house at the front
Timeline: 12-18 months
Sell the Whole Block to a Developer
Maximum price, minimum effort
Market your entire block to qualified developers through a competitive EOI process. We create bidding tension between multiple buyers to push the price above market.
Ideal for: Blocks over 600m² in medium-to-high density zones
Timeline: 6-12 weeks to contract
Subdivide & Sell All Lots
Maximise total return
Demolish, subdivide into multiple lots, and sell each individually at retail prices. Highest total return but requires capital and patience.
Ideal for: Blocks over 1,000m² where you are ready to relocate
Timeline: 12-24 months
Landowner Guides
Essential reading for large block owners
Find out what your block is really worth
Our development-focused appraisals go beyond standard valuations. We assess subdivision potential, developer demand, and zoning uplift to give you the complete picture. Free, confidential, and obligation-free.
We assess blocks across Brisbane, Logan, Moreton Bay, Gold Coast, Ipswich, and the Sunshine Coast.
FAQ
Large block owners: common questions
Should I sell my land to a developer or subdivide it myself?
It depends on your block’s zoning, size, holding costs and appetite for risk. ACRES helps you weigh selling to a developer, subdividing, or retaining — with a clear view of the likely return from each.
How big does my block need to be?
We typically advise on blocks of 800sqm and above, though corner lots and amalgamation potential can make smaller sites attractive to developers.
What is a direct-to-developer sale?
It is selling your property straight to a developer — often off-market — rather than through a traditional buyer campaign. It can suit owners of larger or strategically located blocks.
Could selling to a developer get me more than a normal sale?
Sometimes significantly more — developers pay for future potential, not just the existing home. We assess whether development value exceeds standard market value for your block.
Is the consultation free?
Yes. Our initial landowner consultation is complimentary and completely confidential.