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Townhouses, in the Right Pocket.
Townhouses are an ideal choice for those seeking a balance between affordability and contemporary living. Modern, stylish, and with the potential for strong rental yields and robust capital growth — our expertise is in pinpointing the ones that will actually deliver.
Affordability
Lower entry costs than a stand-alone home. Stamp duty efficient. Often financeable on a single income. The first portfolio property for a lot of our clients.
One-Part Contract
Townhouses are typically a one-part contract: 10% deposit, 90% balance on settlement. No progress payments while the build runs. If the Builder overshoots the timeline, you're not stuck servicing a mortgage on a half-built site — your deposit sits safely until handover.
SMSF-friendly
Self-managed super funds can't take out a construction loan — which rules out most House & Land builds. Townhouses settle in one cleanline contract, which drops them neatly inside an SMSF strategy.
Low Maintenance
No quarter-acre lawn, no high-maintenance pool. A neat courtyard you can actually enjoy. Ideal for clients on the go, frequent travellers, and anyone who'd rather not spend the weekend in the garden shed.
Body Corporate Isn't a Setback
An Owners Corporation can sound like a downside until you do the maths. Body corporate fees usually cover your building insurance, common-area maintenance, and often bin night too. There are people around the property keeping an eye on things when you travel — and you skip the lawn mower entirely.
Desirability
Popular with young professionals, small families and downsizers. Three demographics means lower vacancy risk and a wider Buyer pool when you eventually sell.
Trust National Property Investors to pinpoint lucrative townhouse opportunities that match your investment strategy and deliver consistent returns.