105/33 Clarke Street, Southbank VIC 3006

1-bedroom Southbank unit | 7.1% yield above market | compact 35sqm | Banque 88 development This property’s primary buying case is its exceptional rental yield of 7.1%, which significantly outperforms the Southbank median and signals strong tenant demand in a precinct with consistent rental absorption. The compact 35sqm footprint is competitively positioned for investors seeking high cash-flow efficiency rather than owner-occupier appeal, with the open-plan design and high ceilings maximising the usable space. Proximity to the Arts Precinct, Crown Casino, and free tram network ensures enduring rental desirability, while the flood and heritage overlays are noted but do not materially affect a unit of this configuration. The property serves best as a yield-focused addition to a portfolio, where capital growth is secondary to income stability. The key risk is the small floorplate, which limits buyer pool depth and long-term capital appreciation, evidenced by the suburb’s modest 1.0% growth rate. The flood overlay may affect insurance premiums, and the heritage overlay imposes renovation constraints, though neither is prohibitive for a unit. The opportunity lies in leveraging the above-average yield to offset holding costs, with potential for modest rent increases as Southbank demand remains steady. Hold this property as a long-term income generator, not a growth play, and consider refinancing after equity builds from market recovery.