THE JAMES

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, QLD

Property Investors

WHY INVEST IN THIS LOCATION?

  • ​HIGHEST ANNUAL GROWTH RATE: Queensland's economy has the second highest average annual growth rate in Australia over the past 20 years. Also set to have the fastest growing economy in Australia.
  • FORTITUDE VALLEY RENTAL MARKET: 13-18% higher rents than Brisbane. Gross rental yield a high 6.1%. High earning young professionals living in this area earn 38% more than the Queensland average and are able to and willing to pay higher rent.
  • FASTEST EMPLOYMENT GROWTH: Brisbane has sustained the fastest employment growth of all Australian capital cities, driving interstate migration and population growth. Brisbane's job market is growing at more than twice the rate of population growth.
  • COMPETITIVE MEDIAN APARTMENT VALUES: Median apartment values in Brisbane are $157 000 cheaper than Sydney and $120 000 less than in Melbourne. Brisbane apartments are currently $97 600 cheaper than the Australian average.
  • HIGH ANNUAL RETURN: Brisbane's average annual return over the past ten years (11%) outperforms returns in Sydney (7.3%) and Melbourne (8.3%).
  • APARTMENT LIVING PREFERENCE: Higher number of dwellings have single occupants (31%) compared to Queensland's average of 22%, showing preference for apartment living. Demand for inner city apartments in Brisbane is escalating and is one of the strongest and most consistent markets in Australia.
  • HIGH DEMAND FOR RENTERS: One of the highest rental yielding suburbs in the state. Strong demand in Fortitude Valley with 70% of households under rental tenure and vacancy rate of only 1.9%. This increases rental yield and thus price growth is likely to continue.
  • POPULATION GROWTH: Queensland population to increase by more than 2 million people from 2016 to 2036 driving the property market.

WHY INVEST IN THIS PROJECT?

  • ​​A-LIST LOCATION: Only 1km from the CBD, short walk to revered James Street, close to some of Brisbane's best restaurants, cafes, bars, boutiques, high-end fashion strip and finest homewares. Only a short trip to New Farm Park, RNA Showgrounds, Brisbane Powerhouse, QUT Gardens Point, and the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
  • HOTEL & APARTMENTS: Over 16 levels with premium residences and 8 levels of high-end hotel in the heart of Fortitude Valley. 79 premium 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences. Also has a gym, rooftop pool, and deck with spectacular views of Brisbane. Level one houses a bar and restaurant.
  • PRIVILEGED SERVICES: Hotel services and amenities available to provide a retreat from rigours of daily life. Housekeeping, room service, concierge, and valet parking all at your beck and call.
  • METICULOUS STYLISH RESIDENCES: Floor to ceiling glass optimising natural light and stunning outlook. Large open-plan kitchen and living. Quality fixtures and European appliances. Alfresco balconies for some residences.
  • TRANSPORT: Bus stops on Brunswick, Ann & Wickham Streets. 6 mins train ride from Fortitude Valley Train Station to CBD. 1 min walk to James Street and M&A Lane. 2 mins walk to Palace Centro Cinema. 5 mins walk to Fortitude Valley Train Station, Brunswick St Mall, and China Town. Less than 12 mins walk to CBD, Homemaker Centre and Emporium. 14 mins drive to Brisbane's domestic airport via M7 AirportLink. 5 mins to South East Freeway that connects to the Gold Coast via Clem 7 and Inner City Bypass.
  • EDUCATION: Few minutes away from high schools and major Queensland universities, especially being so close to the CBD including QUT Garden Point, James Cook University, CQ University, Torrens University, and All Hallow's School.

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WHY BUY THIS LOCATION?

WHY BUY THIS PROJECT?
  • LUXURIOUS LIFESTYLE: Experience some of the best of Brisbane, grabbing a coffee at one of the many cafes before going to work. Always have the stunning CBD skyline from your living room and retail, entertainment and dining at your doorstep.
  • A-LIST LOCATION: Only 1km from the CBD, short walk to revered James Street, close to some of Brisbane's best restaurants, cafes, bars, boutiques, high-end fashion strip and finest homewares. Only short trip to New Farm Park, RNA Showgrounds, Brisbane Powerhouse, QUT Gardens Point, and the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
  • DEMOGRAPHICS: Fortitude Valley is predominately occupied by Gen X and Gen Y given the amenities and close proximity to employment and education.
  • EDUCATION: Few minutes away from high schools and major Queensland universities, especially being so close to the CBD including QUT Garden Point, James Cook University, CQ University, Torrens University, and All Hallow's School.
  • ​​TRANSPORT: Bus stops on Brunswick, Ann & Wickham Streets. 6 mins train ride from Fortitude Valley Train Station to CBD. 1 min walk to James Street and M&A Lane. 2 mins walk to Palace Centro Cinema. 5 mins walk to Fortitude Valley Train Station, Brunswick St Mall, and China Town. Less than 12 mins walk to CBD, Homemaker Centre and Emporium. 14 mins drive to Brisbane's domestic airport via M7 AirportLink. 5 mins to South East Freeway that connects to the Gold Coast via Clem 7 and Inner City Bypass.
  • ​​HOTEL & APARTMENTS: Over 16 levels with premium residences and 8 levels of high-end hotel in the heart of Fortitude Valley. 79 premium 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences. Also has a gym, rooftop pool, and deck with spectacular views of Brisbane. Level one houses a bar and restaurant.
  • PRIVILEGED SERVICES: Hotel services and amenities available to provide a retreat from rigours of daily life. Housekeeping, room service, concierge, and valet parking all at your beck and call.
  • METICULOUS STYLISH RESIDENCES: Floor to ceiling glass optimising natural light and stunning outlook. Large open-plan kitchen and living. Quality fixtures and European appliances. Alfresco balconies for some residences.