44 Ninth Avenue, St Lucia QLD 4067

5 beds | 3 cars | 2021 build | 546 sqm | prestige inner-west family house This house is competitively rare in St Lucia because it combines a recent 2021 build with five bedrooms and three car spaces on a 546-square-metre site, where much of the suburb’s detached stock is older or smaller. The configuration serves affluent owner-occupier families best, particularly those seeking a new, low-maintenance house near The University of Queensland and strong state school catchments, without the compromises of apartment living or the upkeep of a period home. The land size is moderate for a prestige family house but provides enough space for comfortable living and parking in an inner-west location where land is tightly held. The property’s value may be influenced by its positioning within the suburb’s established residential character, where newer builds of this scale are uncommon and can command a premium from buyers who prioritise modern finishes and turnkey condition. The absence of confirmed river views, elevated flood resilience, or a large lot means the price is driven primarily by the house’s quality and configuration rather than exceptional land attributes or outlook. A buyer should weigh whether the premium for a 2021 build over a renovated older home is justified by their preference for new construction and lower ongoing maintenance.