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Date
19 May 2026
Topic
NEWS

Brand New vs Established: Why More Buyers Are Choosing New

Whether you’re ready to purchase now or planning for the future, recent Federal Budget announcements are expected to further strengthen demand for brand-new property, with new developments continuing to benefit from favourable tax and depreciation advantages.

As investor attention shifts toward newly built housing, many buyers are increasingly weighing up the difference between purchasing brand new versus established property, and the long-term benefits that can come with it.

Budget changes favouring brand new property

Brand-new property expected to remain favoured following recent federal budget changes. Potential depreciation advantages, modern inclusions and long-term appear for eligible buyers. Why Buyers Choose Brand New: – Lower Maintenance Costs – Energy Efficiency & Modern Amenity – Reduced Unexpected Costs Two Gold Coast Opportunities by Andrews. South Beach Surfers Paradise, now under construction & Cascade Robina nearing completion

Why Buyers Continue To Favour Brand-New Property

Potential Tax & Depreciation Benefits

For investors, one of the major advantages of purchasing brand-new property is access to depreciation schedules, enabling eligible owners to potentially claim depreciation on both the building and brand-new fixtures and fittings. Combined with recent Federal Budget announcements expected to further support new housing supply, brand-new developments may become increasingly attractive for buyers seeking long-term value and tax efficiencies.

Lower Maintenance & Reduced Unexpected Costs

Unlike established homes or apartments, brand-new residences offer the benefit of modern construction, new appliances and updated materials, helping to minimise maintenance concerns in the early years of ownership. For many buyers, this can reduce the unexpected costs of renovations and ageing infrastructure often associated with older properties.

Modern Design, Energy Efficiency & Lifestyle Amenity

Today’s brand-new developments are increasingly designed around the way people want to live, with a stronger focus on lifestyle, liveability and wellbeing. Open-plan layouts, larger entertaining spaces, secure access, energy-efficient appliances, double glazing and wellness-led amenity are increasingly difficult to find within older apartment stock. For owner occupiers, these attributes can help create an effortless lifestyle. For investors, they can enhance tenant appeal and long-term desirability.

Two Distinct Brand-New Opportunities On The Gold Coast

At Andrews, we’re proud to present two distinct opportunities tailored to both owner occupiers and investors seeking quality brand-new property on the Gold Coast.

Cascade Robina | Completion Approaching | From $1.12m

A residential-only wellness community nearing completion in the heart of Robina, Cascade presents brand new 2 & 3 bedroom residences within a lifestyle-focused address designed for everyday ease. Residents enjoy over two acres of landscaped wellness amenity, including a 25m pool, sauna, steam room and 180m2 Technogym fitness centre, all positioned moments from Robina Town Centre and the Robina Health Precinct.

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South Beach Surfers Paradise | Now Under Construction| From $1.09m

Positioned moments from the beach in South Surfers Paradise, South Beach introduces a future coastal address with brand new 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences designed for permanent living, holiday use or investment. With approval for flexible short-term accommodation, alongside more than one acre of wellness and lifestyle amenity, South Beach offers both lifestyle appeal and long-term flexibility in one of the Gold Coast’s most connected beachside locations.

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For buyers considering their next move, the appeal of brand-new property extends well beyond tax advantages, offering modern design, reduced maintenance and lifestyle-focused living thoughtfully designed for the years ahead.



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