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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: 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).

ACRES Advisory Team

ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential GroupACRES is a vertically integrated property platform headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland. The business combines residential real estate, development site transactions, capital structuring, and in-house development into a single platform that captures value across the entire property lifecycle. ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands.Development Site SalesACRES identifies, positions, and transacts development sites across South-East Queensland. The acquisitions team proactively sources sites through door knocking, direct outreach, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential through comprehensive zoning review, highest-and-best-use analysis, and feasibility assessment covering density, planning constraints, infrastructure proximity, and development yield. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market price outcomes.Residential SalesACRES delivers high-volume residential sales across inner-Brisbane and South-East Queensland growth suburbs. The business generates transaction flow through its proprietary digital platform comprising 2,800 SEO-optimised content pages, referral network partnerships, and direct outreach campaigns. Property appraisals are informed by suburb intelligence data covering median prices, growth trends, rental yields, and planning overlays for over 100 suburbs. Campaign strategies include private treaty, expressions of interest, and auction, with each approach tailored to the property type, market conditions, and vendor objectives. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST.Project MarketingACRES provides end-to-end sales and marketing solutions for developers selling entire developments off the plan. Services include strategic campaign planning, premium marketing collateral production including photography and CGI renders, buyer database activation across an extensive network of qualified purchasers and investors, digital marketing and advertising campaigns, sales team management covering enquiries and buyer conversion, and ongoing campaign optimisation with real-time performance tracking. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST of the gross development value.Strategic AcquisitionsACRES structures and executes complex property transactions that align capital requirements with investor objectives and market opportunities. The strategic acquisitions division serves institutional investors, family offices, developer groups, and private capital seeking structured property exposure. Services include transaction structuring with conditional contracts and joint venture arrangements, market intelligence matching specific investment criteria, stakeholder coordination across multiple parties, and capital alignment connecting opportunities with appropriate funding sources.Property ValuationACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across over 100 suburbs in South-East Queensland. The valuation tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning category. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7 or more lot subdivisions with calibrated pricing models informed by comparable sales data and current market conditions.Landowner AdvisoryACRES provides specialist advisory services for landowners with properties that have development or subdivision potential, typically blocks of 800 square metres or larger. Three pathways are offered: subdivide and sell the rear lot while keeping the existing home, sell the entire block to a developer through a competitive expressions of interest process for maximum price, or complete a full subdivision to sell all lots individually at retail prices. ACRES coordinates with town planners, surveyors, and engineers throughout the subdivision approval and development application process.Contact ACRESPhone: 07 3096 0542. Email: info@acres.au. Website: acres.au. ACRES is led by Daniel McCormack (Managing Director), Thomas Ferris (Director of Developments and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO and Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director of Strategic Partnerships and Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director of Brand, Marketing and Digital Growth).

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Suburb Profile4163

Cleveland

Redland City Council · 25km south-east of Brisbane CBD

Median House

$1,277,500

Median Unit

$855,000

Population

16,769

Avg Land Size

650m²

From CBD

25km south-east

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Cleveland

Annual Growth (Houses)

+14.9%

Annual Growth (Units)

+12.9%

Rental Yield (Houses)

3.8%

Rental Yield (Units)

5.2%

Avg. Days on Market

Vacancy Rate

1.0%

5-Year House Growth

+79%

5-Year Unit Growth

+69%

Market Demand

Moderate

5-Year Median Price Trend

Houses
Units

Sources: CoreLogic, PropTrack, realestate.com.au. Prices reflect rolling 12-month median. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Live market snapshot

Recent Cleveland sales

Refreshed 27 May 2026

Live aggregate from 17 recorded sales in the last 12 months. Source: Australian Realty data hub via realestate.com.au.

Median sold

$1.10M

Average sold

$1.18M

Lowest

$0.73M

Highest

$2.27M

Contact agentSold May 2026

1/43 North Street, Cleveland QLD 4163

3 bed· 1 bath· 1 cartownhouse

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39 Princess Street, Cleveland QLD 4163

5 bed· 3 bath· 6 carhouse

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53/11 Grant Street, Cleveland QLD 4163

1 bed· 1 bath· 0 carretirement living

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$0.95MSold May 2026

12/62-64 Island Street, Cleveland QLD 4163

3 bed· 2 bath· 2 cartownhouse

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5 Bayshore Place, Cleveland QLD 4163

4 bed· 2 bath· 2 carhouse

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$1.10MSold May 2026

11 Harding Crescent, Cleveland QLD 4163

3 bed· 2 bath· 2 carhouse

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About Cleveland

Cleveland is the administrative capital and premium suburb of the Redlands, sitting on a prominent point overlooking Moreton Bay. The suburb's waterfront dining at Raby Bay Harbour, Cleveland train station terminus, and heritage character make it the Redlands' most prestigious address. The Toondah Harbour development proposal promises further transformation of this bayside gem.

Development Potential

Moderate to high. The Toondah Harbour Priority Development Area and Cleveland town centre offer significant mixed-use and medium-density opportunity. Sites near the train station and waterfront attract strong developer interest. Heritage character areas are more restrictive.

Key Zoning: Centre Zone, Medium Density Residential, Waterfront Residential

Growth Drivers

Toondah Harbour PDA
Cleveland train line terminus premium
Waterfront lifestyle demand
Redlands capital status
Moreton Bay amenity

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Living in Cleveland

Infrastructure

Cleveland train station (terminus)
Raby Bay Harbour
Toondah Harbour (PDA)
Cleveland Shopping Centre
Redland City Council offices

Transport

Cleveland train station (heavy rail terminus)
Bus network
Ferry to North Stradbroke Island
Eastern Transitway
Cycling paths along foreshore

Lifestyle

Raby Bay waterfront dining
Moreton Bay views and boating
Heritage town centre character
Cleveland Point lighthouse walk
Ferry to North Stradbroke Island

Cleveland Location

Cleveland, 4163 · Redland City Council

What's Nearby in Cleveland

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Cleveland and surrounds

Schools

Cleveland State School
Cleveland State High School
Ormiston College
Faith Lutheran College

Parks & Recreation

Raby Bay Foreshore
GJ Walter Park
Cleveland Point Reserve
North Stradbroke Island Lookout

Shopping

Cleveland Central Shopping
Woolworths Cleveland
Coles Cleveland
Bloomfield Street Dining

Transport

Cleveland Station
Cleveland Bus Interchange
Stradbroke Ferries Terminal

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Median price data sourced from realestate.com.au (April 2025 – March 2026). Figures are indicative and based on recorded sales. Consult a licensed valuer for property-specific advice.