Property Name: Bank ApartmentsLocation: Southbank, Melbourne VICType: Apartments Expected Completion: Early 2012Tenant Profile: Mainly professionals
This landmark development by First Delta Group (FDG) is a monument to cutting-edge innovation and eco-friendly design that embraces contemporary urban living in the heart of vibrant Southbank. Bank Apartments is destined to become one of Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks. The building is Victoria’s first 6 star energy efficient residential tower it still features all the amenities residents need to live, work and play. One of Melbourne’s leading architects - Urban Design – has created this strikingly modern 41 story building that will tower proudly over the old “Bank of New South Wales” building - a significant heritage listed building in Melbourne’s historic Southbank. Stylish urban living encompasses 360 beautifully appointed apartments and abundant facilities. The northerly aspect of Bank Apartments offers spectacular views of the dazzling Melbourne city skyline. Its ideal location offers an unbeatable lifestyle: with the Melbourne CBD, Yarra River, cosmopolitan South Melbourne and Crown Casino only a leisurely stroll away. South Melbourne is also home to one of Melbourne’s best fresh produce markets, South Melbourne Market, an icon since 1867.
Capital Growth: As Victoria’s first 6 star energy efficient apartment tower, it is already ahead of the rest in meeting and exceeding current required energy efficient standards. Through low energy lighting, passive heating and cooling, and harvesting rainwater The Bank Apartments enjoy reduced running costs, body corporate fees and are safeguarded against costly upgrades which are already predicted to become standard future requirements The location of the project is experiencing a greater than average population growth rate driven by overseas migration which is driving demand Future infrastructure developments in the surrounding areas will add to the area’s appeal in future Rental Return: The current low vacancy rate for the area and Melbourne as a whole will ensure rental returns to be high
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