Southport

Rare development opportunity in the heart of the Gold Coast

A rare, well-located development opportunity is now available in Southport, offering the chance to deliver a high density residential or mixed use project within walking distance of some of the Gold Coast’s most iconic destinations and transport connections.

Comprising just over 5,420sqm, the Scarborough Street site sits within the Southport Priority Development Area (PDA) and may potentially support more than 300 homes, helping more Queenslanders find a place to call home in one of the state’s most sought after coastal cities.

The opportunity

• Rare inner city Gold Coast land release brought to market by the Queensland Government
• Potential to deliver more than 300 homes through a high density residential or mixed use development
• Development ready site in a proven, high amenity location
• Supports the Queensland Government’s commitment to accelerating housing delivery and increasing supply in the right locations

Industry is encouraged to submit proposals to secure the opportunity to transform this well located Southport site.

Why Southport?

Southport is the Gold Coast’s traditional CBD and a designated growth area within the Southport Priority Development Area (PDA). It continues to evolve as a vibrant, high density urban centre with strong demand for well located housing supported by employment, education and health uses.

• Walking distance to Broadwater Parklands, Australia Fair shopping centre, and Queens Park tennis facility
• Close proximity to Main Beach, Surfers Paradise and key coastal destinations
• Benefiting from ongoing and proposed precinct investment, including Broadwater Parklands upgrades and the proposed 12,000 seat world class Gold Coast Arena
• Excellent public transport access, including the G:link light rail station and local bus services
• Direct access to major road infrastructure, including the Gold Coast Highway and Smith Street Motorway
• Supported by a well established planning framework that encourages higher density and mixed use development

Community consultation

Find out more on the Southport development have your say page here.