Held by the one family since it was built in 1975, 30 Ward Street is being offered to the market for the very first time - a genuine once-in-a-generation opportunity in the heart of Southport's Priority Development Area (PDA).Set on a generous 764sqm* allotment with the rare benefit of two street frontages and a desirable north-facing aspect, this address is tailor-made for astute developers, builders and investors. The site falls within the Gold Coast City Plan's Medium Density Residential zone, carrying an RD5 residential density designation - a zone intended for a mix of dwelling types including multiple dwellings, dual occupancies and dwelling houses on small lots, with a minimum subdivided lot size of just 125sqm* under the current City Plan. Positioned within the Southport PDA, the site offers exciting scope for redevelopment, subject to Council approval, surrounded by a skyline already transforming with new residential and mixed-use projects.The existing three-bedroom, one-bathroom home with single garage and large swimming pool offers comfortable, liveable accommodation or rental income while plans are finalised, making this a flexible hold-and-develop or land-bank proposition.Location is everything, and Ward Street delivers. You're within walking distance of the Gold Coast Light Rail, now running from Helensvale to Burleigh Heads for just 50 cents per trip, putting the Gold Coast University Hospital, Griffith University, Australia Fair Shopping Centre, private and public schools within walking distance and the Southport CBD all within easy reach. Local shopping centres and everyday amenity are also just moments away.Opportunities like this are rarely presented to the market. Don't miss your chance to secure a landmark holding in one of Southport's premier redevelopment corridors.This property WILL be sold.Property FeaturesFirst time offered to market since being built in 1975 - one owner3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 car garageLarge swimming pool764sqm* allotment with dual street frontageNorth-facing aspectZoned Medium Density Residential - RD5 density designation (min. subdivided lot size 125sqm* under Gold Coast City Plan)Located within the Southport Priority Development Area (PDA)Ideal redevelopment site - multiple dwellings, dual occupancy or dwelling house potential (STCA)Walking distance to Gold Coast Light Rail (Helensvale to Burleigh Heads, 50c per journey)Close proximity to Gold Coast University HospitalClose to local shopping centresRarely offered opportunity in a tightly held pocket of SouthportAuction DetailsAuction On-Site Saturday 22nd August, 1:00pm (Unless Sold Prior)Contact exclusive agents at Commercial 1 for more details - click on the link above.* ApproximatelyLand size approximate. RD5 minimum lot size per Gold Coast City Plan v13, Section 6.2.2 (Medium Density Residential zone code) - current at time of listing. Any redevelopment potential is subject to Council approval and site-specific assessment; buyers should make their own planning enquiries.Commercial 1 Gold Coast Pty Ltd, including all of its officers, employees and/or consultants ("Us/We") will from time to time provide recipients ("you") with information in respect of the property or any matter related to the property ("Information"). We make no representation or guarantee as to the completeness or accuracy of the Information. You should satisfy yourself as to the accuracy and completeness of the Information. The Information should not be relied upon by you and you should make your own enquiries as to the accuracy and completeness of the Information, including obtaining your own legal advice in respect of the Information and the property. We do not accept any liability (direct or indirect) for any injury, loss, claim, damage or any incidental or consequential damages, including but not limited to, lost profits or savings, arising out of, or in any way connected with, the use of any Information, or any error, omission or defect in the Information.
The size of Southport is approximately 14.6 square kilometres. There are 37 parks, covering nearly 18.2% of the total area. The population of Southport in 2016 was 31908 people. By 2021 the population was 36786 showing a population growth of 15.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Southport is 20-29 years. Households in Southport are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Southport work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 38.30% of the homes in Southport were owner-occupied compared with 37.90% in 2016.
Southport has 20,368 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Southport have seen a 68.23% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 104.47% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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