Þoug Þisher Rea[ Estate 19 February 2OIO <address linel> <address oneD <suburb> <state> <postcode> Dear <dear>
Hello again! Here is this quarter's report on the current real estate market. Welcome to 2010!
It is shaping up to be quite ayear forthe local real estate market with activity already looking bright. From January t, 2010 the Queensland Government has brought in a new Sustainability Declaration form that must be completed when selling and then be presented to the agent prior to the property being marketed. Should you wish to view the new Sustainability Declaration forms, please contact me, and I will forward a copy to you either via post or e-mail, The First Home Buyer's Boost brought many new property owners into the market place in 2009. lt has now ended yet the original First Homeowners grant of $7000 remains. We are currently on the look-out for new properties to present to those potential buyers still here and waitingto secure property. Should you be considering selling, or would just like to know where your property sits in the changing real estate market, please contact me and lwill arrange a time to catch up.
As always, I look forward to keeping you up to date with the local market, and if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me on 0421 723 7 13 or e-mail brett@disher.com.au. Regards
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Brett Andreassen Property Consultant o42r 723 7r3 31 Sherwood Road (P.O. Box 88) Toowong Queensland AUSTRALIA 4066
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Þoug Þisher Reat Estate What Clients Are Saying About Brett in 2010
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/ must summarise how refreshing tt was to deal with someone like Brett Andreassen who is of the ftnest calibre both professionally and personally. Because of him I will be takrng my business back to Doug Disher Real Estate again one day and hopefully to Brett himself. Ben Harrop- Unilodge / recently learned that I had a job offer overseas. Everything happened so quickly! / had just 6 weeks to fintsh a job in Brisbane, pack my belongings, and make the move. I panrcked when / realised it would be "impossible'to sell my home ln that short space of time. Brett made the impossible turn to possible. He met me at home and we talked about my expectations. / explained that even though I was short on time I definitely did not want to se// for a low price. Like a fox terrier after a rat, Brett set about finding me a buyer. He is a real estate agent who thrives on a challenge. I truly believe Brett's personality prevents him from doing a half-decent job just to take some commisston. Thìs rs a guy who prrdes himself on doing his BEST. I was impressed,/surprised/amazed! Thank you, Brett, for working so hard to get things right. Anna McAlistair - 3/28 Lucinda St Thank you for your patience when / had a few false starts in deciding to sell my property. Once decided, your enthuslasm, keeping me up to date all the way, making sure the tenants were looked after with vouchers when havrng open days. And what / really liked ls you weren't pushy, just gave me the info / needed to make the dectstons. Also thankyou when my property management real estate company weren't helpful with previous bad tenants, your advice was much appreciated. I would recommend you to any of my friends and if I need wi// use you rn future. Hoprng you have a
great 2010. Cheers Bec Nicholls
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Maryvale Street, Toowong
Brett Andreassen did a fantastic job wlth the sale of Waverley Road, Taringa and we valued his honest advtce and hls professronalism. Brett's confidence and enthusiasm is what made our dectsion easy to engage hlm as our selling agent, even after careful conslderation of the many agents who operate in the area. I know Brett worked trrelessly for our great result in optimum trme, and he drew in a healthy crowd wlth his strong'prevtew' campaign. Andrea and Cody -2/9 Waverley Rd, Taringa 31 Sherwood Road (P.0. Box 88) Toowong Queensland AUSTRALIA 4066 Facsimile: +61- 7 3870 8989
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LOCAL MARKET REPORT
ST LUCIA
Recent Sales
Apartment
'Thl¡ market place roport includes properties sold by Doug Dlshcr Roal Estato and other agenciesr
AVERAGE DAYS ON TIARKET AvERAGE ITIARKET SOLD
PROPERTY E SUMMARY
PRICE
2/8 Brisbane Street Attributes
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LIST PRICE
PRIcE
52.75 $536,678
SOLD DATE
OAYS ON
MARKET
181t012009
$385,000
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Located within 5 minutes walk from the University of Queensland, this renovated apartment provides an extremely affordable entry into the thriving Brisbane property market or an opportunity for seasoned investors looking to diversify their portfolio and seek a solid record ofcontinued growth & high rental demand (currently rented until 9 Feb 2010 for $380 per
4/32 Sandford Street Attributes
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$692,500
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$720,000
t7/1U2009
22
J St Lucia Towers, this popular boutique building offers you not
only absolute riverfront
positioning, but also the North East aspecÇ breezes and privacy.
Looking across the city and Oriel park with its majestic t'ig trees.
4/12O Carmody Road Attributes
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$395,000
$405,000
5/tl/2009
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a weekend
BBQ on your private North facing balcony!
Situated at the back of a small block of 5, this unit offers a comfortable lifestyle with all the
modem conveniences. The main bedroom has an ensuite while the second bedroom has its own balcony. Both have built in robes and ceiling fans.
$575,000
$625,000
17l10/2009
508
30/10/2009
29
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2l5sqm
If you're looking for a unit with a point of difference, the outdoor living space that this apartment boasts should put it at the top of your list! Not only is there a large balcony overlooking St Luci4 but it wraps around to unit to a private courtyard near the front door With summer fast approaching, outdoor living is essential, and many a BBQ with friends
1/66 Depper Street Attributes
$300,000
$329,000
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With- in easy walking distance to the Uni, city cat and shops, this modem well presented apartment is ideal for the Student, lecturer orjust the fìrst investor.set in a quiet small modem complex, with competitive Body Corp rates in sought after St Lucia. An inspection is sure to impress.
ST LUCIA
LOCAL MARKET REPORÏ Recent Sales
Apartment
'Thls mrrftot phcr ruport lncludes propertles sold by Doug D¡shor Raal Est¡tr and othcr agonclaa'
AVERAGE DAYS ON TARKET AVERAGE IIARKET
PRICE
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DAYS ON
iIARKET
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5/75 Macquarie Street Attributes
$536,678
$499,000 $499,000 20110/2009 4l
8/42 Durham Street Attributes
LIST PRICE
SOLD
PROPERTY & SUMMARY
PRICI SOLO OATE
52.75
200sqm
$398,008
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$390,000
t4/tU2009
A tidy group of five apartments. You're on the top floor looking into the tree tops. The wide balcony is the full lenghth of the apartment, perfect for entertaining. Great breezes from the river, the aspect is East NÆ. Just a short walk to University
$1,000,000 Auction
1O/124 Macquarle Street Attributes
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03110/2009
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The owners will be sad to say goodbye to this beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bathroom unit, however it's time for them to move on to their new home. When the current owners were searching for a rivenide apartment, they spent over a year looking for the perfect property, until they finally found this unit. It ha.s been stylishly renovated throughout and boasts high quality
1O
/5- Mltre Street
Attributes
$401,333
$409,000
t7/10/2009
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Perfectly positioned in the sought after suburb ofSt Lucia is this ground floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit with a massive entertaining courtyard. Boasting a modem kitchen and bathrooms and generous bedrooms with built in robes. This unit will suit investor or owner occupier and coming up to the end ofthe university year
6/1O8 Ryans Road Attributes
will
be snapped up quickly, so call
$525,000
$559,000
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Located in one of Brisbane's most sought after suburbs, this spacious two bedroom, two bathroom apartment ofiers breathtaking views of the growing city skyline. The combined living and dining have abundant natural light and ventilation widr floor to ceiling glass. The living area leads onto a lnrap around private covered balcony with unobstructed 270" views
t3/tt/2009
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LOCAL MARKET REPORT Recent Sales
ST LUGIA
Apartment
'Thlr marhct plece report includos propeÉler sold by Doug Dlshc¡ Roal Ert tc .nd otho? agenc¡osl
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET AVERAGE I,ARKET
PROPERW & SUMMARY
5/8 Sandford Street Attributes
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2
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$536,678
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LIST
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DAYS ON
PRICE
PRICE
DATE
I'ARKET
$567,500 Auction
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PRIcE
52.75
31t012009
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Balmy September weekends on your enclosed all-weather balcony will be relaxing as you take in intimate views of the Brisbane River. Be mesmerized a.s the city sþline comes to life on fireworks night. Never tire of watching the joggers in Orleigh Park. Enjoy the shimmering hues of the river from your master bedroom as you get ready to tum in for the
s975,000 $1,100,000 ll/1012009
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'Riverton' is regarded
as one
of the most livable and des¡rable developments on the St Lucia
02ltt/2009
7/117 Slr Fred Schonell Drive Attributes
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2
San Siena - Positioned only a short walk to the Rivercat
ferry, buses, UQ (the University of Queensland) and only
3/124 Sir Fred Schonell Drlve Attributes
$367,500
$389,000 llll/2009
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Your opportunity to enter the market in one of Brisbane's most desirable suburbs, St Lucia with a fully renovated two bedroom ground floor apartment (absolutely no stairs). Within walking distance of the Univenity of Queensland, Brisbane River City Ca! Toowong Village, train, and café's. Access to the single carport is off leafr Bryce Street, with
$368,000 $365,000
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a
stones throw away from the University of Queensland. Sure, it needs a l¡ttle TLC, but with plenty ofspace to workwith, it presents an opportunity for the eventual purchaser to add
plenty of value to it with a little vision and elbow grease. The unit has 2 built-in bedrooms, a
28110/2009
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LOCAL MARKET REPORÏ Recent Sales
ST LUGIA
Apartment
'This ma*et place repoñ lncludcs properties sold by Doug Dlsher Real Estata and othor agoncie3*
AVERAGE DAYS Oil
ilARKET 52.75
AVERAGEilARKETPRICE $536,678 SOLD PR!CE
PROPERW & SUMMARY
1/68 Sisley Street Attributes Stylish, spacious and in
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LIST PRICE
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2
DAYS ON
IIARKET
3vt012009
$755,000
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SOLD DATE
sterling location, contemporary apartment living has never looked
so appealing.
A ûesh
approach to design has imbued this air-conditioned 3 bedroom, 2 bath¡oom
6/225 Carmody Road Attributes
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$383,000 s389,000
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I bathroom unit in prime location, then must see t'or you! Conveniently located within walking distance to the University of Queensland, it is perfect for students, young couples and the astute investor. It is close to
Ifyou
have been looking for a spacious 2 bedroom
this is
a
public transport and shops, with Toowong Village and Indooroopilly Shopping Centre only
a
231t012009
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Quarterly Drive Calls Just Sold
Brett:
Hi is this Mr Smith?
Owner:
Yes it is.
Brett:
lt is Brett from Doug Disher Real Estate, how are you?
Owner:
Good thanks
Brett:
just a quick call, to let you know, that we have just sold/smashed the record for an apartment in your complex in the Manors, and as an owner, I wanted to let you know lt
is
what it sold for.
Owner:
What did it go for?
Brett:
We had great ยกnterest in the apartment, with the previous best price in the block was 5330,000, we have just sold apartment 95 for 5362,500...
Owner:
That is fantastic.
Brett:
lt was a great price, with many people still looking. Had you had some thoughts as to selling your property?
Owner:
No, not right now.
Brett:
Fantastic. But you take some interest in what is happening in the market, don't you?
Owner:
Definitely.
Brett:
Great, because what I will do for you, and what I do for many of your neighbours, is every 6 months, I will pop you out a list of what is selling in your area. This will give you
the sale price of the properties. Did you want to be included in that?
Owner:
Of course!
Brett:
Certainly, would that be post or e-mail?
Owner:
(response)
Brett:
And the best mobile number for you?
Owner:
(response)
Brett:
Great, well I will do that for you, and keep you up to date with what is happening in your
New Quarterly Calls
Brett:
Hi is this Mr Smith?
Owner:
Yes.
Brett:
lt is Brett from Doug Disher Real Estate , how are you?
Owner:
Good
Brett:
lt's just a quick call to let you know that I will be dropping off some information to most of your neighbours tomorrow, and I wanted to see, if it would be ok, if I left the same information at your doorstep to?
Owner:
What is it?
Brett:
lt's got nothing to do with selling your home, it's just some information about the local neighbourhood, that lthought you might find interesting. Would you like me to leave it at your doorstep like everyone else?
Owner:
Sure.
Brett:
Great! Now, I will be doing that between 5 & 6pm tomorrow afternoon, would that be ok?
Owner:
That will be fine.
Brett:
Fantastic, and if I see you, I will give it to you. lf not, I will leave it at the front door.
If I see them, we con have o chat then and try to get the trail going foce to føce.
New Quarterly Drive Follow-Up
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2 days after dropping it
off'
Brett:
Hi, is this Mr Smith?
Owner:
Yes.
Brett:
lt is Brett from Doug Disher Real Estate, we spoke the other day.
Owner:
Oh yes, I remember
Brett:
Did you get the information at the front door that I promised I would drop off?
Owner:
I did and it was really interesting.
Brett:
Great! Were you surprised by some of the prices?
Owner:
There were some good sales in there. But I am not thinking about selling yet.
Brett:
That's fine. When I dropped it off, I thought to myself, I wouldn't move from here. But it is a lovely home, and I would love
that would be
Owner: Brett:
OK
to have a look inside at some stage in the future, if
with you?
Sure.
Great. But what I will do for you now, is every 6 months or so, I will shoot through to you an overview of the market, similar to what you received.
Owner:
Sure
Brett:
Certainly, post or e-mail?
Owner:
(response)
Brett:
And the best mobile number for you?
Owner:
(response)
Brett:
Great, well I will do that for you, and keep you up to date with what is happening in your area.
Buyer Quarterly Conversion
Brett:
Hi, is that Jason?
Buyer:
Yes.
Brett:
lt
is Brett from Doug Disher Real Estate. Just giving you a quick call
property search
to see how the
is going?
Buyer:
Actually Brett, we found something!
Brett:
Brilliant! Where did you end up buying?
Buyer:
ln Toowong (in your service area)
Brett:
Great! What street?
Buyer:
Cadell St
Brett:
That is a great spot, and I am sure you got it for a good price.
Buyer:
We did buy well.
Brett:
Fantastic. Well, what I will do for you, now that you have bought in my area, is every 6
months I will send through to you a list of what has sold in the area, so you know what prices are doing, and how well your purchase is performing. Would you like that via post or e-mail?
Buyer:
That would be great!
Brett:
When do you move in (if owner occupier)
Buyer:
End
Brett:
Well congratulations on your purchase, it is a great position, and if I can be of assistance
ofthe month.
in the future please let me know.
After thot, t woit about two weeks after settlement ond send them a congrotulations cord. If the buyer did not buy in my oreo, I let them go.
form of marketing thot is designed to create inbound inquiry, the client will automaticolly go onto d quorterly troil and the same follow-up pattern.
Any