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THE PROPERTY REVIEW<br />
Winter/<strong>Spring</strong> Quarter <strong>2013</strong><br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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Winter/<strong>Spring</strong> Quarter <strong>2013</strong><br />
Message From John Tower<br />
4-6<br />
The Cyclical Nature Of The<br />
Property Market<br />
Landlord Protection Insurance 7<br />
Residential Sales 8-17<br />
Residential Leasing 18-21<br />
Landlords need to find good<br />
22-23<br />
commercial tenants<br />
to compliment their investment<br />
property and<br />
provide reliable returns on their<br />
investment<br />
Commercial Sales 23-25<br />
Commercial Leasing 26-27<br />
Our Offices 28<br />
THE PROPERTY REVIEW<br />
A quarterly magazine<br />
published by<br />
Tower & London<br />
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The Cyclical Nature Of The Property Market<br />
Along with other forms of investment; it is widely recognised that property follows a predictable cycle.<br />
The property cycle, if unimpeded, has thee recognised recurring phases of boom, bust, and recovery;<br />
this is a consistent cycle which can be accurately assessed. The property cycle must have a ‘free market’<br />
where ownership is attainable by citizens without significant Government restrictions, or any form of<br />
ownership.<br />
Boom<br />
When the Boom phase<br />
commences, most people<br />
don’t think it will last because<br />
they do not have the context<br />
of understanding the property<br />
cycle. It is not until prices have<br />
increased to a noticeable level<br />
that the number of buyers start to<br />
overcome the number of sellers,<br />
this margin increases rapidly as<br />
prices are pushed higher in the<br />
fierce completion, culminating in<br />
a final and short spike in values<br />
just before a collapse. There are<br />
number of factors that fester the<br />
right environment for a boom,<br />
these factors start well before<br />
the boom and some expire<br />
during the boom. These are the<br />
signs that the astute investors in<br />
property pick up and make their<br />
decisions whether to buy, sell or<br />
hold.<br />
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Before, or the commencement of the boom:<br />
-Rents rise, usually putting pressure on tenants.<br />
-Vacancy rates reducing.<br />
-Interest rates start to fall, or the economic<br />
environment is such that there is strong likelihood<br />
of falling.<br />
-property is becoming in short supply, not many<br />
new development projects on the horizon.<br />
During the boom:<br />
-Property sells very quickly.<br />
-Property prices are noticeably rising.<br />
-New developments get underway; off-the-plan<br />
selling is back on.<br />
-Finance is easy to obtain.<br />
-Yields fall as property values increase and tenants<br />
start buying.<br />
-Rents stabilise or start to decrease.<br />
-Media hype fuelling the property boom.<br />
-Property seminars competing for investors.<br />
-Everyone is buying property as financial<br />
institutions take advantage of the boom, lending<br />
to the masses and taking rising values of existing<br />
property as equity for new purchases.<br />
Bust<br />
Generally, the longer and the bigger the preceding<br />
boom, the longer and the harder is the subsequent<br />
bust. Although bust period is a lengthy time, it<br />
comes rather suddenly. When the hype of buyers<br />
gets to ridiculous levels: bust is about to happen.<br />
Those that can see the signs, sell quickly, but the<br />
majority are caught, typically those that bought at<br />
the peak of the boom. Bust periods are typically<br />
long and arduous periods and there is usually too<br />
much supply and very little buyers’ apetite. Values<br />
remain stagnant for years after the initial decline,<br />
the decline in values is often repeated, interrupted<br />
by lengthy periods of stagnation.<br />
Just before the bust:<br />
-Property value spike.<br />
-Vacancy rates rise.<br />
-Governments start to look for ways to subdue<br />
buyer enthusiasm.<br />
-Increase in number of mortgage providers and<br />
lending schemes.<br />
During the Bust:<br />
-Increased vacancy rates and decrease<br />
in rental values.<br />
-Interest rates rise due to economic conditions<br />
or as part of subduing the market.<br />
-Property values fall.<br />
-the time to sell property lengthens markedly.<br />
-Increased number of forced sales, (mortgagee<br />
in procession)<br />
-Property finance is difficult to obtain.<br />
-Media ‘doom and gloom’ further affecting<br />
market sentiment.<br />
-Many properties coming into the market<br />
increasing supply, whilst the demand is weak<br />
at best.<br />
Recovery<br />
The recovery is shorter that the boom or bust<br />
phases; this phase is determined by a number<br />
of improvements factors following better signs<br />
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during the end of the bust phase; the very early<br />
signs are:<br />
-Increased rents and vacancy levels lowering.<br />
-Property prices begin to increase or stop falling.<br />
-Uncertainty in the media as to whether the bust<br />
is over, or if it is just a short reprieve.<br />
-Buyer are generally uncertain and hold off.<br />
The property market, as explained above, is highly<br />
cyclical. One important factor, not covered above,<br />
is that the property market is segmented: that is<br />
divided into mini markets, and the segments get<br />
smaller and more specific; these segments are<br />
defined by the use of property, such as residential<br />
or commercial; and within these uses, are the<br />
main various cities, and then regions within these<br />
cities and the types of properties within these<br />
smaller regions.<br />
The overall cycle of say the residential property<br />
market in Sydney may be counter cyclical to the<br />
residential market in Perth, for example: as we<br />
have seen in recent years, when the Perth housing<br />
market was booming due to the mining investment<br />
phase, the Sydney housing market was in the<br />
doldrums; and this year, it’s in almost the reverse.<br />
Melbourne is beginning to stagnate mainly due<br />
to the over development of apartments, while<br />
Sydney is on a growth path of new construction.<br />
Segmenting the Sydney housing market further<br />
and concentrating on regions, such as the Lower<br />
North Shore, provides valuable information to<br />
property investors; as the cycle of this segment<br />
might not follow the general Sydney residential<br />
cycle. Because timing is at the core, and three<br />
months could make a notable difference in values,<br />
the changes in the nuances of the market from<br />
recovery to boom must be noticed and considered<br />
in order to capture the full benefit of a particular<br />
cycle.<br />
The two graphs, on the previous pages, have<br />
been part of this column for many years, highly<br />
segmented, covering the three main local<br />
government areas on Sydney’s lower North shore<br />
and cover the past five years. Here is an example<br />
that within on local council area of say Mosman,<br />
divided further to a segment on houses in Mosman<br />
and one on units: for the past five years Mosman<br />
houses have hovered around $2 million; whereas<br />
units have increased from $460,000 to $675,000;<br />
an astonishing increase of 46%.<br />
In writing this article, I was inspired by ‘100 years<br />
of Real Estate values in Chicago’; Homer Hoyt.<br />
New York : Amo Press, 1970 (c1933). Dr. Hoyt was<br />
a property valuer and a Land Economists and was<br />
the first pioneer of studying property cycles, he<br />
had an amazing career that incorporated work<br />
as a real estate consultant, an investor and in<br />
academia. Other contents of this article are drawn<br />
from the quarterly Property Profile; Real Estate<br />
Institute of NSW (March <strong>2013</strong>)<br />
John Tower<br />
M.D. Tower & London<br />
Licensed Real Estate Agent<br />
Registered Property Valuer<br />
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Landlord Protection Insurance<br />
Why do landlords need insurance?<br />
Most people are familiar with insurance – you buy<br />
an expensive product then you buy insurance to protect<br />
it in case of loss or damage. Think of your car, your mobile<br />
or laptop. It is the same when it comes to investment<br />
properties. Most landlords do not want to think about<br />
damage to their investment properties, tenants who do not<br />
pay the rent or people sustaining an injury on their property,<br />
but unfortunately these things do happen.<br />
Landlords’ protection insurance is designed specifically<br />
for landlords in these situations.<br />
What does it cover?<br />
-Malicious Damage– covers deliberate and intentional<br />
damage by tenants in the property.<br />
-Your liability as a landlord– covers claims made against<br />
you by a tenant or visitor to the property<br />
-Rent Default– if your tenant defaults on rent, leaves the<br />
property before the end of the rental period or is legally<br />
evicted, the policy can provide cover for lost rent until<br />
the property is re-let.<br />
Without insurance, the landlord would be paying for the<br />
above listed items out of their own pocket.<br />
What is not covered?<br />
Most landlords’ insurance doesn’t cover what’s called tenant<br />
neglect or general wear and tear. This could include cigarette<br />
burns in the carpets, scuff marks on the walls from moving<br />
furniture and damage caused by pets.<br />
How much does it cost?<br />
Landlords’ insurance is priced for affordability – around $345<br />
per annum for every property in NSW.<br />
Landlord insurance VS building Insurance<br />
Many landlords are confused between landlord insurance<br />
and building insurance, to assist in understanding<br />
the differences please see the below case study.<br />
Case study<br />
In January 2011, the owners and their property<br />
manager accepted a professional couple to be tenants<br />
in a property. In December 2012, the tenant stopped making<br />
rental payments and the property manager terminated<br />
the tenancy based on ‘non-payment of rent’. When the<br />
keys were returned, the property manager viewed the<br />
property and found that there had been numerous instances<br />
of malicious damage throughout the property. The tenant<br />
also owed six weeks of rental payments.<br />
If he had a building policy…<br />
A standard building policy does not cover:<br />
-rent default when the tenant leaves without notice<br />
-Loss of rent when the property cannot be rented out<br />
-Damage caused by the tenant or their visitors<br />
The owner learns this when he submits his claim.<br />
Unfortunately, the bond is not enough to cover the six<br />
weeks of rental payments as well as the cost of making the<br />
apartment presentable for re-letting and the loss of rent<br />
between tenants.<br />
If he had a landlords’ protection insurance policy…<br />
A landlord’s insurance policy covers events not usually<br />
recoverable under standard building and/ or contents<br />
policies. This includes malicious damage, loss of rent and<br />
rent defaults. In the above scenario, the owners claim<br />
would have been accepted by his insurer.<br />
Sophie Wang<br />
Accountant<br />
Tower & London<br />
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Residential Sales<br />
53 Wheeler Parade, Dee Why<br />
AUCTION- Onsite 14th September 11am<br />
Grandstand Panoramic Views<br />
A rare opportunity to acquire a unique parcel of land on the apex of the Dee Why/ North Curl Curl peninsula.<br />
We are offering a very comfortable full brick home circa 1950’s with the opportunity to further develop the home by the<br />
addition of a second storey or a full demolition and redevelopment of the site, subject to council approval.<br />
This elevated, near level block has driveway access and is surrounded by modern homes justifying substantial further<br />
investment in the site.<br />
Enjoy a casual 600 metre stroll down to the vibrant Dee Why beachfront bar and restaurant scene or if the surf is up at North<br />
Curl Curl, it’s just on a kilometre away.<br />
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Residential Sales<br />
Outgoings<br />
Water<br />
Council<br />
$690 per quarter<br />
$2,241 per quarter<br />
4 2 2<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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Residential Sales<br />
4/36 Milner Crescent, Wollstonecraft<br />
AUCTION<br />
Spacious Townhouse<br />
SOLD<br />
This property lies hidden in the midst of leafy trees, in a collection of<br />
distinctive townhouses in beautiful Wollstonecraft. With a totally separate<br />
front door this townhouse feels just like a freestanding house. Featuring<br />
three bedrooms on the top floor, all with leafy green outlooks; the main<br />
boasting an ensuite.<br />
The downstairs level is surrounded by sliding doors with timber shutters,<br />
separating the wraparound courtyard and garden from the spacious internal<br />
areas. The property also includes a Lock-up garage.<br />
3 2<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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4/45 Chandos Street, St Leonards<br />
For Sale $875,000<br />
Residential Sales<br />
Winter Garden<br />
SOLD<br />
Reminiscent of Renzo Piano’s designs; this apartment is flanked by a full<br />
width sunroom with floor-to-ceiling louvered glass panels creating a shelter<br />
for light and warmth. Combined, but distinctly positioned, are the dining<br />
and lounge areas, each with its own opening to the sunroom; the master<br />
bedroom, also opening to the sunroom, has a superb ensuite and a fitted<br />
walk-in wardrobe; the second and third bedrooms are both with wardrobes,<br />
the former is larger. The main bathroom has two areas separated by a timber<br />
framed glass door, a fitted laundry and a magnificent and fully equipped open<br />
plan kitchen with German made fixtures, finished with stone benches. This<br />
near new apartment is in a medium rise block of four to a floor apartments<br />
in an enviable position near St Leonards plaza, station and just a short walk<br />
to Crows nest cafés and restaurants.<br />
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3 2 1<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com
Residential Sales<br />
54/7-17 Sinclair Street, Wollstonecraft<br />
For Sale $450,000<br />
Art Deco With City Lights<br />
This unique modern two level apartment was recreated in one of the north<br />
shore’s famous Art Deco buildings, On the corner of Sinclair and Rocklands<br />
road and opposite the Mater Hospital; it is stone’s though away from public<br />
transport and a short stroll to Crows Nest Café’s and shops; the living room,<br />
fully equipped kitchen and laundry are on the entry level, and the bedroom<br />
and bathroom are on the upper level. This is a security building with<br />
underground parking space. This compact but well-designed unit is priced at<br />
a realistic level for the discerning owner occupier to investor.<br />
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Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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47/94-96 Alfred Street, Milsons Point<br />
For Sale $950,000<br />
Residential Sales<br />
Northern Winter Sun In Every Room<br />
SOLD<br />
This sizable apartment is in one of Milsons Point popular buildings, Portofino;<br />
next to the historic church building. Positioned on the eighth floor and on<br />
the northern and eastern side of the building capturing lovely harbour views<br />
and abundant winter warmth. Internally the apartment is of typical size for<br />
the 1990’s era, being about ten squares. Although the lounge and dining<br />
area are in one room, they are adequately separated to their own side of<br />
the elongated living space, both sharing the side northern balcony with<br />
its expansive glass doors framing the church steeple, only slightly covered<br />
by the classic timber shutters allowing sunlight to be controlled, while the<br />
lounge itself also opens to the semi-circle balcony at the front taking in the<br />
views.<br />
2 2 1<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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Residential Sales<br />
6 Waiwera Street, McMahon Point<br />
AUCTION- Onsite 18th October<br />
Classic Terrace With Harbour Views<br />
Commanding position, on the east side of the peninsula, set high above<br />
street level is this fine property in a row of beautiful terraces. The classic<br />
architectural features have been preserved over time; renovations were<br />
made some time ago leaving room, and the opportunity, for the new owners<br />
to further improve and put their mark on the property. Accommodation<br />
on the entry level comprises formal lounge and dining rooms, leading to<br />
kitchen and family room and opening to the rear courtyard. The 2nd level<br />
accommodates two bedrooms, the main with an amazing view of the harbour<br />
and the Harbour Bridge, and the rear bedroom is of fine propositions, and<br />
two good bathrooms. Stairs leading to the upper most floor with an enclosed<br />
third bedroom or study. This terrace has a lock-up garage at the front and a<br />
front courtyard area above it.<br />
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3 2.5<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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11/1 Harbourview Crescent, Milsons Point<br />
For Sale $1,700,000<br />
Residential Sales<br />
Mirvac on Lavender Bay<br />
SOLD<br />
Away from the bustle of Milsons Point, opposite Clark Park there is an icon<br />
in the area: Helmspray, is one of the original quality buildings in Lavender<br />
Bay/Milosns Point area developed by Mirvac, arguably, Australia’s best<br />
development company; a relatively small well-built block, substantially<br />
owner occupied, with another access form the side lane to Milsons Point<br />
station. Unit 11 is perfectly positioned to capture pleasant views of Lavender<br />
Bay and the tranquil sounds of ropes ringing the boat masts. Accommodation<br />
comprises three bedrooms with ample hanging storage, two superbly<br />
renovated bathrooms, a quality kitchen with breakfast area, semi enclosed<br />
dining room, lounge and all the bedrooms are wrapped in balconies, laundry<br />
and storage.<br />
3 2 2<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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Residential Sales<br />
709/2 Dind Street, Milsons Point<br />
For Sale $1,350,000<br />
Spectacular Harbour Views From The Pinnacle<br />
SOLD<br />
The Pinnacle is a luxuriously appointed modern building in prime location in<br />
Milsons Point, with first class amenities and 24 hour concierge. Set in midlevels,<br />
this superb 2 bedroom apartment enjoys sweeping harbour views<br />
from every room; the harbour bridge, in full view, is prominent from every<br />
window; like a post card from the living room. Two marble bathrooms, the<br />
master is lavish; and a delightful kitchen with quality fittings and stone<br />
benches. The balcony, accessed from the living room and the main bedroom,<br />
is private, sheltered and capacious with a great view. Not just car space, but<br />
a separate lock-up garage on title.<br />
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Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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507/2 Dind Street, Milsons Point<br />
For Sale $1,000,000<br />
Residential Sales<br />
A Quintessential Milsons Point Apartment<br />
SOLD<br />
The Pinnacle has been described as “the benchmark in Architectural<br />
Excellence this level of quality certainly ranks it as one of the best buildings<br />
in Milsons Point; ideally positioned at the edge of the high-rise precinct, with<br />
resort like facilities including a lap pool and a great gym. This elegant two<br />
bedroom apartment has a massive living area finished with solid parquetry<br />
timber floors spanning 8.4 meters, on one end is the kitchen on the other a<br />
large window with diagonal views of the western end of the harbour. Two<br />
fully fitted bedrooms with ample storage, the second is larger than most;<br />
two marble bathrooms that only pictures do justice; the kitchen is a delight<br />
with quality appliances, a square useful balcony and a lockup garage.<br />
2 2 1<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Tower<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: john@towerlondon.com<br />
www.towerlondon.com<br />
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Residential Lease<br />
LEASED<br />
14/1 Harbourview Crescent, Milsons Point<br />
For Lease $1,100pw<br />
Elegant & Spacious Furnished<br />
Apartment with Stunning Views.<br />
Situated on the 5th floor of the ‘Helmsprey’ building,<br />
this apartment comprises three bedrooms with plenty<br />
of storage, two superbly renovated bathrooms, a quality<br />
kitchen with breakfast area, semi enclosed dining room,<br />
open lounge and internal laundry. The property also<br />
features an over-sized wraparound balcony perfectly<br />
positioned to capture stunning views of the city and part<br />
of the Harbour Bridge whilst also boasting tranquil views<br />
over Lavender Bay.<br />
3 2 2<br />
LEASED<br />
65/94-96 Alfred Street, Milsons Point<br />
For Lease $1,100pw<br />
Breathtaking Views Across the<br />
Harbour<br />
This sizable apartment is in one of Milsons Point popular<br />
buildings, Portofino; next to the historic church building.<br />
Positioned on the 12th floor and capturing lovely<br />
harbour views and abundant winter warmth. Featuring<br />
3 bedrooms, the master with a walk in robe and ensuite<br />
as well as storage in the other 2 bedrooms plus 2 carspaces.<br />
The property has recently undergone major refurbishment<br />
including a brand new kitchen, new timber flooring, carpet,<br />
wardrobes, blinds and a fresh coat of paint throughout.<br />
3 2 2<br />
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LEASED<br />
20/7 Highview Avenue, Neutral Bay<br />
For Lease $750pw<br />
Sweeping Sydney Views<br />
Residential Lease<br />
Perched high atop Neutral Bay, this spacious two<br />
bedroom apartment enjoys panoramic views of the CBD,<br />
Harbour Bridge, harbour and North Sydney. Internally,<br />
the apartment boasts generous living areas, totaling<br />
102sqm. The property has 2 bedrooms, both with built in<br />
storage, a large bathroom equipped with bath and shower,<br />
internal laundry and a great kitchen with amazing views.<br />
In addition, the property also features a large wrap-around<br />
balcony and parking for 2 cars in tandem.<br />
2 1 2<br />
LEASED<br />
709/2 Dind Street, Milsons Point<br />
For Lease $1,200pw<br />
Spectacular Harbour views from<br />
the Pinnacle- Furnished<br />
The Pinnacle is a luxuriously appointed modern building<br />
in prime location in Milsons Point, with first class<br />
amenities and 24 hour concierge. Set in mid-levels, this<br />
superb furnished 2 bedroom apartment enjoys sweeping<br />
harbour views from every room. Two marble bathrooms,<br />
the master is lavish; and a delightful kitchen with quality<br />
fittings and stone benches. The balcony, accessed from the<br />
living room and the main bedroom, is private, sheltered<br />
and capacious with a great view. Not just car space, but a<br />
separate lock-up garage.<br />
2 2 1<br />
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Residential Lease<br />
809/8 Glen Street, Milsons Point<br />
Featuring a spacious modern design, with high ceilings and flowing living<br />
areas, this furnished one bedroom unit offers an unsurpassed level of<br />
style and comfort. Perfectly positioned in one of Milsons Point’s most<br />
contemporary buildings ‘Azure’, this property is a short walk to cafes,<br />
shops, public transport & North Sydney’s CBD.<br />
1 1 $600pw<br />
301/227 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst<br />
Situated in the iconic “Top of the Town” apartment complex, this one<br />
bedroom furnished apartment, is ideally located close to the Eastern<br />
Suburbs best cafes, restaurants and bars. The large open-plan living room<br />
features a foldaway bed hidden behind a built in bookcase and can be split<br />
in half by hidden doors to form a private second bedroom when needed.<br />
1 1 $600pw<br />
LEASED<br />
34/20 Carabella Street, Kirribilli<br />
Beautifully renovated spacious studio with harbour views from the<br />
balcony. Featuring brand new carpet in the living areas and new flooring<br />
in the kitchen. Property includes a generous balcony off the living room<br />
to enjoy the harbour views.<br />
1 1 $400pw<br />
LEASED<br />
702/12 Glen Street, Milsons Point<br />
This beautifully presented furnished one bedroom offers a quiet home for<br />
the busy exectutive. Light & bright living area with large balcony offering<br />
views over Lavender Bay, polished floor boards and a well equipped<br />
kitchen. The spacious bedroom is freshly carpeted & offers generous<br />
wardrobe space and access to the ample balcony.<br />
1 1 1 $650pw<br />
LEASED<br />
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Residential Lease<br />
202/38 Alfred Street, Milsons Point<br />
Located in the landmark building Port Jackson Tower this apartment<br />
features a large living area with timber floors, and floor to ceiling glass<br />
capturing pleasant views across to Bradfield Park with glimpses of the<br />
Harbour. Two spacious bedrooms, modern kitchen and bathroom, sunny<br />
balcony with Internal laundry & one security parking.<br />
2 2 1 $750pw<br />
51/21 Elamang Avenue, Kirribilli<br />
This fabulous 2 bedroom unit is positioned in a quiet & bright corner of the<br />
building capturing tranquil water views over Careening Cove. It features<br />
built-in wardrobes in both bedrooms, & bathroom equipped with shower<br />
over bath. It is located in a security building which offers an external<br />
swimming pool.<br />
2 1 $600pw<br />
LEASED<br />
LEASED<br />
5/67 Kurraba Road, Neutral Bay<br />
Well presented one bedroom apartment located in the heart of Neutral<br />
Bay. Renovated kitchen, bedroom with built in wardrobe as well as one<br />
car space.<br />
1 1 1 $400pw<br />
703/30 Glen Street , Milsons Point<br />
This prestigious three bedroom apartment boasts serene harbour views over<br />
Lavender Bay captured by the long balcony that stretches the length of the<br />
property. The apartment offers a beautifully modern kitchen with hardwood<br />
floors, gas cooking, stainless steel Bosch appliances & plenty of storage as<br />
well as an internal laundry.<br />
3 2 2 $1,100pw<br />
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COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE<br />
Landlords need to find good commercial tenants<br />
to compliment their investment property and<br />
provide reliable returns on their investment<br />
Landlords need to take a long term view<br />
of where they want their investment property<br />
to be positioned as a desirable location for<br />
tenants to occupy and do business. Landlords<br />
need to find tenants that can run successful<br />
businesses and demonstrate the desirability<br />
of occupying their property and attract other<br />
robust and profitable tenants who are able<br />
to pay the rent.<br />
Commercial leases usually create lengthy<br />
terms of occupation and the landlord<br />
has to plan a strategy which provides<br />
an harmonious tenancy mix, competitive<br />
lease covenants providing for rental growth<br />
and the opportunity for capital growth.<br />
Tenant mix<br />
The right anchor tenant will attract<br />
a complimentary mix of tenants which should<br />
have the right fit with other minor tenancies<br />
in the building. Anchor tenants usually<br />
require exclusivity of use as part of the lease<br />
negotiation process.<br />
Buildings without anchor tenants require<br />
the landlord to seek out complementary<br />
tenancies which in some cases can compete<br />
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for particular patronage. A good example<br />
of this is the fast food industry where outlets<br />
of popular brands such as McDonalds,<br />
KFC and Dominos co exist profitably and<br />
become a sought after centre for fast food<br />
in the locale.<br />
Rents<br />
The current commercial market, particularly<br />
on the lower north shore, has been largely<br />
driven by a rash of company downsizing<br />
and economy measures. Today’s tenants<br />
are well aware of the regime of incentives<br />
being almost universally offered by landlords<br />
to attract tenants. Landlords need to know the<br />
marketplace and set an achievable balance<br />
of rental income versus incentives to get<br />
a result which is beneficial to both parties.<br />
Presentation<br />
Improvement to the presentation<br />
of commercial space is one really positive way<br />
improving the desirability of the premises<br />
to potential tenants. We recently leased<br />
space to a prominent architectural firm who<br />
were given the opportunity of input into the<br />
make good of the outgoing tenant and the<br />
design of the reception area to create an ideal
Commercial Sales<br />
layout for their practice. They could of leased<br />
cheaper space but preferred this option.<br />
Marketing<br />
Specific direct marketing approaches still<br />
generate good tenancy inquiry however ask<br />
yourself where you would look for commercial<br />
space and invariably you come back to the<br />
internet as the preferred advertising medium.<br />
Sites such as www.realcommercial.com.au<br />
and www.commercialview.com.au now offer<br />
broad coverage of the commercial, industrial<br />
and retail markets at a fraction of the cost<br />
of print media.<br />
What we’ve covered here is just a brief outline<br />
of sound reasoning on the current market.<br />
If you’d like to talk to us about finding good<br />
tenants, or if you are a tenant looking for<br />
your ideal office space, please give me a call<br />
on (02) 9922 7007 or Email me, John Wood,<br />
commercial@towerlondon.com.<br />
John Wood<br />
Licensed Real Estate Agent<br />
Commercial, Industrial and Retail<br />
Shop 1/144-150 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst<br />
For Sale $550,000 + GST<br />
Prime Street Frontage Retail<br />
•Busy Precinct<br />
•50 Metres From Oxford Street<br />
•Good Exposure and Signage<br />
•Approximately 30 sq metres<br />
This is a great opportunity for the switched on retailer to<br />
capitalise on this inner city location. Busy yet friendly with<br />
an eclatic mix of bypasses and neighbours.<br />
Total<br />
Area<br />
32sq<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Wood<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: commercial@towerlondon.com<br />
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Commercial Sales<br />
23 Awaba Street, Lisarow- For Sale or Lease<br />
Offers Over $2,000,000 + GST<br />
Budget Price Point Industrial Freestanding<br />
Buildings For Sale or Lease<br />
Building A:932 sq metres with offices and amenities<br />
Building B:1639 sq metres with offices and amenities<br />
$75 Per sq metre per annum + gst net<br />
Clearspan warehousing plus loading docks<br />
Low outgoings<br />
Secure on site parking<br />
Walk to lisarow station<br />
SMSF’s note will show positive cash flow<br />
Opportunity knocks for the astute purchaser or tenant to secure good<br />
industrial premises in a central location offering easy access by public<br />
transport.<br />
Building<br />
A<br />
932sq<br />
Building<br />
B<br />
1639sq<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Wood<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: commercial@towerlondon.com<br />
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9/9-11 Chaplin Drive, Lane Cove<br />
For Sale Realistic Offers Considered<br />
Commercial Sales<br />
High Tech Industrial Unit- Hugely Motivated<br />
Vendor- Security Estate<br />
Modern high tech industrial unit located in the Lane Cove Industrial area. It<br />
consists of ground floor warehouse area (104 sqm) and mezzanine level air<br />
conditioned office space (88 sqm). The total strata plan area is 248 sq metres<br />
inclusive of car parking - 4 car spaces in total.<br />
Chaplin Drive is a precinct of modern, recently developed industrial buildings<br />
and has easy access to the Gore Hill, M2 & M7 freeways. All major Sydney<br />
industrial areas are serviced by this network<br />
Total<br />
Area<br />
192sq 4<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Wood<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: commercial@towerlondon.com<br />
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Commercial Leasing<br />
302/161 Walker Street, North Sydney<br />
For Lease- Realistic Market Expectations<br />
Sharp Fit Out - Sharp Pricing<br />
•125 sq metres approximately<br />
•Internal Kitchen<br />
•Boardroom<br />
•Reception<br />
•General Office Area<br />
•2 Offices/Meeting Rooms<br />
This 125 sq metre office has a lot to offer with a very versatile layout. Walker<br />
House is conveniently located near Berry Street. Security car space in<br />
basement of building.<br />
Total<br />
Area<br />
125sq 1<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Wood<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: commercial@towerlondon.com<br />
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Shop 4/59-67 Strathallen Avenue, Northbridge<br />
For Lease $48,000 + GST<br />
Commercial Leasing<br />
Main Road Retail With All Day Parking Retail<br />
Exposure At Office Rental<br />
•91 sq metres<br />
•Central location<br />
•10 minutes to the 3 cbds<br />
•Modern refurbished centre<br />
•Look at the rent only $48000 pa + gst<br />
Looking for exposure and client parking??<br />
Look no further!!<br />
Total<br />
Area<br />
91sq 7<br />
Details and Viewing:<br />
John Wood<br />
Phone: 9956 6500<br />
Email: commercial@towerlondon.com<br />
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Our Offices<br />
SYDNEY<br />
38 Alfred Street,<br />
Milsons Point, NSW 2061<br />
Sydney, Australia<br />
Phone: (612) 9956 6500<br />
Fax: (612) 9956 6522<br />
HONG KONG<br />
6/F Luk Kwok Centre,<br />
72 Gloucester Rd,<br />
Wan Chai, Hong Kong<br />
Phone: (852) 2918 8788<br />
Fax: (852) 2918 9808<br />
•Executive Leasing<br />
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www.towerlondon.com<br />
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