Apartment Choice

The apartment at 631/1 Newstead Terrace, Newstead. TWO high-end apartments in a luxury riverfront development in Newstead have sold for seven-figure sums. Growing strength in the downsizers market saw 631/1 Newstead Tce sell for $2.9 million. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom, double garage apartment was sold by Brett Greensill of LJ Hooker New Farm. It features open- plan living areas , with a family-sized kitchen that spills out on to a big, entertainment balcony to take advantage of the stunning views. Another unit in Pier Waterfront, 522/1 Newstead Tce, sold for $2.25 million to a local owner-occupier. The three-bedroom, two- bathroom unit spans 207sq  m. The master bedroom comes with an ensuite and its own balcony. The Pier Waterfront development includes exclusive use of pools, gyms, and a concierge service. The sales come amid strong demand for riverfront property, despite Brisbane experiencing an oversupply of inner-city units. Newstead has a median unit price of $595,000...

Simply put, this elegant shingle style home is the poster child for curb appeal. Consider the setting on a secluded cul de sac against a backdrop of lush greenery in the heart of Beverly Farms — gorgeous. And that’s just from the street. By Barbara Forster / GateHouse Media ADDRESS: 4 Chanticleer Drive, Beverly BEDROOMS: 6 BATHROOMS: 4 full; 1 half LIVING SPACE: 4,367 sq. ft. PRICE: $1,195,000   Simply put, this elegant shingle style home is the poster child for curb appeal. Consider the setting on a secluded cul de sac against a backdrop of lush greenery in the heart of Beverly Farms — gorgeous. And that’s just from the street. Then a brick paver walkway flanked by the ideal amount of green lawn (right-sized for quick mowing) leads to a broad rocking chair verandah . Yep, picture perfect. Then the door opens … What appears is breathtaking: a magnificent foyer with gleaming hardwood flooring and incredible custom woodwork . Lavishly detailed double arches with keystone...

Pennington is a small coastal village halfway between Durban and Port Shepstone, which has easy access to the N3 freeway and to the Drakensberg on the R612 via Umzinto and Highflats. This three bedroom, two-and-a- half bathroom apartment in Pennington offers access to a championship golf course, pool and tennis court. It is on the market for R1.6 million – click here to view. Des Robb, of Seeff Pennington, describes the area as ‘the South Coast’s best-kept secret’. “It offers a mild climate with quiet, pristine beaches, magnificent bays and safe tidal pools . Add easy access to shopping and hospitals and peaceful surrounds, and it is easy to understand why this area is particularly popular with, especially more mature buyers, looking to get the most out of their golden years.” Robb has on his books homes and vacant sites in a secure estate in Pennington that has its own 9-hole golf course. “ Penvalley Golf Estate is a beautiful, secure estate with an interesting 9-hole golf cours...

The most expensive home in each of New Jersey's 21 counties can vary greatly. From a $ 40 million Bergen County estate to a $1. 3 million property in Salem County, the height of luxury takes on different meaning throughout New Jersey. Here's a look at the most expensive properties in each of New Jersey's 21 counties: Atlantic County Address: 32 W Ocean Drive, Brigantine Listing Price: $7.5 million This Brigantine beachfront mansion is at an awe- inspiring seaside setting with spectacular views of the ocean and Atlantic City. The six-bedroom, seven-bathroom home has amenities like Baccarat crystal lighting fixtures , Crestron smart home system , marble floors and cherrywood and tigerwood throughout. It has been a little difficult to sell. The $7. 5 million property has been listed on Realtor.com for 805 days. Bergen County Address: 18 Frick Drive , Alpine Listing Price: $39.9 million This 42-room estate is the most expensive property listed in New Jersey . It feature...

IN THE 1960s and ’70s, long before helicoptering emerged as a parenting style, adults had far less interest in looming over their children, frequently urging them to go play outside or downstairs. The netherworld to which these parents pointed was usually a recreation room or finished basement, clad insipidly in wood-veneer paneling and linoleum. Furnishings typically included a saggy sofa, a scratched ping-pong table and a built-in bar never used for mixing drinks; instead, the kids commandeered it as a make-believe store or a stage for puppet shows. Not even Dad’s novelty naked- lady martini stirrers lured him down once the children moved in. And the closest Mom got was to stand at the top of stairs and yell, “Supper’s ready! Wash your hands!” Perhaps these ratty rec rooms weren ’t worthy of House Beautiful, but the stints of physical distance they offered parents and offspring arguably benefited both in ways today’s airy cathedral-ceiling’d great rooms can’t. These days, peopl...

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - 923 Folsom is redefining city living . The recently completed apartment building offers renters the finishes a discerning buyer would require, along with amenities previously reserved for much larger buildings — all in a community of only 115 rental residences ."The result is a boutique rental community offering the quality, comfort and sense of home often found only in condominiums, with thoughtful shared spaces that substantially extend the walls of your well-designed residence," said Billie LaBelle, Vice President of Operations for Alliance Residential Company , which professionally manages the community. " 923 Folsom leaves the need to buy a house at the door." Every emphasis is given to cultivating an elevated resident experience . It starts with the double-height, feature bookcase that sets the tone for the community as you enter and flows throughout the many impressive spaces that add to each resident's livable, usable square f...