Why building new is your best move

Buying land and building a new home is an exciting opportunity to create a space that perfectly suits your lifestyle. Here are the key benefits of building a new home:

  • Save BIG on Stamp Duty: When you build a new home, you only pay stamp duty only on the land, not on the home, potentially saving you thousands.
  • Personalise your paradise: From customising floorplans to selecting your favourite finishes, you’ll have the freedom to craft a space that’s unmistakably you.
  • Energy efficiency at its finest: From May 2024, new homes are required to achieve 7-stars and a whole-of-home rating not less than 60 under the NatHERS option. This change is not only better for the planet, it will also make your home cheaper to run with lower utility bills and a smaller carbon footprint compared to most established homes.
  • An enriched lifestyle: Building a new home in a blossoming neighbourhood like Northside, means being surrounded by established and emerging amenity that will continue to enhance your life well into the future.

 

Benefits of building your new home at Northside

No matter if you’re a first home buyer, aspiring upgrader, seasoned builder, or savvy investor, there are plenty of benefits to building in a considered estate like Northside:

  • Embrace a vibrant community atmosphere: Enjoy the benefits of living in a well-planned development that fosters a sense of belonging and community spirit.
  • Live surrounded by nature: Experience the beauty of Northside’s dedicated heritage zone and green open space, as well as the active opportunities that come with being surrounded by 11 hectares of the Cardinia Creek conservation reserve.
  • Close to education for every stage: Within 2.5km of several quality schools including Hillcrest Christian College, Rivercrest Christian College, Clyde Grammar, and Clyde North Secondary School, making school drop-offs (and future planning) a breeze.
  • Proximity to established and emerging amenity: Living in Northside means having essential services right at your doorstep. From the top-rated schools and healthcare facilities to shopping centres and dining options, everything you need is within easy reach.
  • Stay connected: With nearby public transport options and major roadways, you’ll have quick and convenient access to work, school, and leisure activities.

 

10 simple steps to buying land and building a new home at Northside

Step 1: Understand your budget
The first step involves understanding exactly what you can afford. Engage a finance expert to help you assess your financial situation, determine your borrowing capacity, and set a realistic budget for your new home and land.
Need help getting started? Contact Rob Polec (Northside Sales Manager) if you’d like recommendations for trusted local mortgage brokers who know the area and understand house and land finance.

Step 2: Find your perfect block of land
Chat with our friendly Northside Sales Consultants to find your perfect block of land within our lush and connected community. Whether you prefer a lot close to the Heritage Homestead, conservation reserve, community park or walking paths, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

[see our article on ‘Finding your perfect block of land’ for a breakdown of builders and display village locations]

Step 3: Purchase your block of land
Once you’ve chosen your ideal lot at Northside, there are several steps in the purchasing process.

  • Secure your lot: A $5,000 deposit is required to hold your block while the contract is prepared.
  • Sign the contract of sale: Within 7 days and at contract signing, you will be required to pay a further 5% deposit.
  • Settle the purchase: The final stage involves the transfer of ownership and payment of the remaining balance. Once titles are registered, you will have 14 days to settle your land lot.

We strongly encourage every Northside purchaser to appoint an independent conveyancer or legal representative to review your contract prior to signing.

Step 4: Visit local display homes
After securing your land, the next step is to visit a display village where you can walk through different builders’ home designs and view their inclusions. Explore various architectural styles, floor plans, and finishes while comparing pricing, inclusions, and extras.

[see our article on ‘Finding your home & builder’ for a breakdown of builders and display village locations]

Step 5: Choose your home
Perhaps the most exciting step, it’s time to select your dream home and work with your chosen builder to personalise it to meet your unique needs. Ensure your builder knows the orientation and aspect of your block to maximise natural light and overall comfort. At this stage, you’ll also select your façade and make any structural changes such as ceiling heights, window alterations, and additional doors.

Step 6: Consult the Northside Design Guidelines
To ensure that our community looks beautiful and feels welcoming well into the future, Northside has Design Guidelines to follow when designing your new home. They help protect the integrity of your investment and provide you with peace of mind that every house in your neighbourhood is built to the same high standards. Our guidelines cover building materials, colours, and landscaping requirements.

You and your builder will need to consult these guidelines before construction commences to ensure your home aligns with the requirements.

Step 7: Sign your new home contract
Once you’re happy with your home design, you’ll sign a Preliminary Works Contract and pay an initial deposit with your chosen builder. This deposit gives your builder the go-ahead to begin working on your plans and your formal contract.

Step 8: Finalise your home design
You’ll meet with your builder to finalise all the personal touches that make your house a home, including interior and exterior selections, finishes and fixtures.

Step 9: Review final plans and sign your contract
Review your final plans and sign your contract.

Step 10: Begin construction
Once your land is titled and all developer and building permits are approved, construction can commence. The construction process typically looks like this:

  • Pre-construction and site preparation
  • Base stage
  • Frame stage
  • Lock-up stage
  • Fixing stage
  • Completion

 

House and Land Packages

The Northside Team will work in conjunction with our builder partners to put together a range of house and land packages that will:

  • Meet the design guideline requirements
  • Demonstrate the siting of the home on a particular block
  • Generally offer a fixed price solution.

Get in touch with the team so they can help match you with the perfect block and builder – design-approved and budget-friendly.