An eye-catching brand new Brisbane home with a design inspired by Queenstown chalets has become the most viewed property on realestate.com.au in 2023.
Cameron Kusher, director of economic research at Prop Track, said people love to see how the other half is faring in this year's most popular homes.
“In fact, it's the luxury properties in better locations that get the most views,” he says.
“Even if people aren’t in buying mode at the moment, people like looking at properties.
“Certainly, if you ask these agents, they would never have seen such a large number of people viewing properties online.”
The featured property at 598 London Road, Chandler, Queensland, is known as 'Stonebrook' and has racked up an impressive 140,000 views.
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It's easy to see why “Stonebrook” was the most viewed listing of 2023. Photo: realestate.com.au
Set on 2.02 hectares, the expansive 1,559sqm home features resort-style amenities, a private golf driving range, basketball court and billiards room, and could be yours for around $18 million .
Selling agent Tyson Clark of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty Brisbane told realestate.com.au the house was like a work of art.
“This is a masterpiece, definitely the best in Brisbane,” he said.
Spacious open plan living room with cathedral ceilings. Photo: realestate.com.au
Features at this property include an impressive custom-built circular fire pit, a state-of-the-art nine-seat movie theater, a separate guest wing with four rooms, and a poolside terrace with commercial facilities and separate pavilion with bar. These are just a few of the luxurious facilities.
An architectural masterpiece in Sorrento
Another property that garnered thousands of views online, and also the most viewed Victorian home of the year, was a clifftop mansion in Sorrento, Victoria, with 83,000 hits.
3520 Point Nepean Road in Sorrento, aptly named “Blue Bay,” was recently put back on the market for $20 million to $22 million after a failed sale earlier this year.
Blue Bay is located on the promontory of Trophy Point King overlooking the crystal waters. Photo: realestate.com.au
Set on 3,336 square meters of land with seafront access, selling agent Liz Jenson of Kay & Burton said it was rare to find a property this bright.
“The house is very stylish. It was designed by the owner, who has traveled abroad many times over the decades and stayed at the best waterfront resorts, and was modeled after vacations in France and Italy.” she said.
The current owners were inspired by family vacations on the Mediterranean coast. Photo: realestate.com.au
“You won't be disappointed whether you look online or see the photos and videos. It's even better in person.
“It's just the beauty of it and the cost they spent to get there.”
Harborside Trophy Home
Darling Point's Blue Ribbon home in Sydney Harbour, just one of six north-facing waterfront homes in the area, is also a big online hit due to its unrivaled location. , with 69,000 views.
Brand new north facing waterfront trophy home with views of the city and iconic Harbor Bridge. Photo: realestate.com.au
Selling agent Michael Pallier of Sidney Sotheby's International Realty in Double Bay said the house is currently on the market for $70 million through an expressions of interest campaign, with buyers currently offering offers not far from the asking price. It is said to be attracting strong interest.
This home boasts 22 meters of harbor frontage. Photo: realestate.com.au
This newly completed contemporary detached five-bedroom, six-bathroom residence is the brainchild of Polly Harbison Design and has 22 meters of harbor frontage and expansive views of Sydney Harbor Bridge.
Mansion in the Adelaide Hills
Bungaree Park, an 18.2-hectare property in the Adelaide Hills, is described in its listing as an “outstanding property” and has received 57,000 online views and was sold for $7 million in May. Sold.
Once owned by a veterinarian and a publican, this large estate also includes stables, a mechanical shed and several paddocks. Photo: realestate.com.au
Harris Real Estate sales agent Arabella Hooper said 14 St Margaret's Drive, Aldgate, had received multiple offers and set a price record for the Adelaide Hills.
A heated pool and spa, tennis courts, dam, irrigated orchards and vegetable gardens, horse stables, and cattle barns are just a few of the features on the expansive property.
This home set a price record for the Adelaide Hills. Photo: realestate.com.au
The home itself is a five-bedroom renovated mansion with solid parquet floors, exposed Oregon beams, three fireplaces, and an executive-style home office and library.
3 levels of coastal luxury
Located in Perth's most sought-after waterfront location, a three-storey, four-bedroom, four-bathroom residence at 9 King Albert Road, Trigg takes the title of Perth's most viewed home in 2023. It attracted a lot of attention. .
The house overlooks Trigg Point with views from the Hillarys to Rottnest. Photo: realestate.com.au
Currently on the market for $12 million, the Hiram Architects-designed residence features expansive panoramic ocean views, a six-car garage, basement, gym, elevator, sauna and steam room.
Huge open plan living room with full height windows offering breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Photo: realestate.com.au
A mid-century wonder in the nation's capital
Forest, a minimalist mid-century mansion at 45 National Circuit, Canberra, has received more than 20,000 views since it hit the market a few months ago.
This mid-century Marval is on the market for “over $6 million.” Photo: realestate.com.au
Priced at “over $6 million,” according to Blackshaw selling agent Mario Sanfrancesco, Manuka said the property is a complete knock-down architectural design with an “authentic Palm Springs feel.” He said it was his home.
Just like Palm Springs. Photo: realestate.com.au
Breeze blocks, natural pebble cleats, and ceiling beams pay homage to midcentury design, while contemporary amenities include a lagoon pool with solar/gas heating and hot water gas slab heating.
