30/85 View Cres Arana Hills QLD 4054

Townhouse in 90% owner-occupied complex | 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2-car | Built 2004, 128sqm floor area | Swimming pool on site | School catchment for Patricks Road and Ferny Grove State. This townhouse offers a rare configuration edge in Arana Hills: a three-bedroom, two-bathroom layout with two dedicated car spaces in a complex where 90% of residents are owner-occupiers and 81% are long-term. That tenure profile signals low turnover, stable neighbours, and well-maintained common areas—qualities that reduce friction for an owner-occupier and support capital preservation. The 2004 build avoids the compliance and condition risks of older stock while the on-site pool adds lifestyle amenity without individual maintenance. For a buyer seeking a low-maintenance home in a solid school catchment, this property competes well against freestanding houses at the suburb’s $1.085m median, offering a lower entry point for similar configuration. The principal risk is that the 255sqm lot and 128sqm floor area limit future extension or subdivision potential, capping long-term upside to market growth rather than value-add. Buyers should verify body corporate fees and any sinking fund obligations, as these can erode holding returns. The 2022 sale at $655k provides a recent benchmark, but current estimates around $1.04m reflect a sharp market shift—confirm comparable sales in the complex before proceeding. This property suits an owner-occupier prioritising location, stability, and move-in readiness over renovation upside. Hold as a long-term home or rental, not a flip.