Cruising the outskirts, it is impossible to miss the cranes. The town is expanding. Houses are rising to the east. Orleana Waters. These estates are changing the face of the region. Some locals hate it. "Too much traffic," is the complaint. looking at the market, I see progress. Expansion brings shops. Development is good. A town that isn't growing is dying. We are alive.
New subdivisions give choices that the old town cannot. Modern living. Energy efficiency. For young buyers, this is perfect. They dislike renovating. They want two bathrooms. They want solar power. This is standard in a new build. The entry point is attractive against the existing market. Packages start within budget.
Infrastructure follows. Look at the shops. Look at the connector road. These developments pay for infrastructure. Gawler East link road benefits everyone. New playgrounds in these estates are fantastic. We all benefit. Even residing in an older home, it is a bonus. It brings wealth to the council.
Where The New Houses Are Being Built
The key estates. Springwood estate. It is massive. A planned village centre. It has views. It feels premium. Lots range compact land big blocks. Diversity creates a real community. It attracts retirees. It is essentially a mini suburb.
Look at Evanston Gardens. Flat land. Great for families. Transport adjacent. Water features. It is spacious. It is popular because it is affordable. A family home with a yard without breaking the bank. The south is taking off. City workers buy here because of the expressway.
Small subdivisions are everywhere. Splitting blocks. In Evanston. The big blocks are becoming two homes. Higher population. Keeps the character while adding a new one. Sensible development. It keeps schools full without sprawling.
How The Town Is Adapting
People fear roads. "It will be a car park." It is a valid concern. The government are reacting. The new bypass has taken pressure off the main drag. You can bypass to get to the expressway. The Northern Expressway links to the city. It is seamless.
Retail is growing. Gawler Green is thriving. Bunnings serves us. All needs in town. Health services are growing to serve us. Schools are building. New buildings. Investment in schools. The town is coping.
Truthfully, the growth saves the town. Places further out shrinking towns lose services. Schools merge. We are strong because we grow. Property value goes up because people want to live here. Love the building. It is good.
Building vs. Buying Established
Is building better? The choice. Building your perfect design. Select the layout. You pay less stamp duty. You get the grants if you qualify. A journey. But, you have to wait. Long delays. Renting while building is expensive. Price increases. Landscaping is extra. It adds up.
An existing home is now. Walk through it. Landscaping exists. It is finished. You move in quickly. However, it has wear. You might need to paint. Tax is full price. You get their kitchen. You might hate the bathroom.
It depends on you. Can you wait? Do you hate maintenance? Buy land. Do you want it now? Buy established. Both are good investments. Gawler offers both. That is the beauty.
Where Prices Are Heading
What is the forecast? Growth. The fundamentals are strong. Value is good compared to Adelaide. But we are connected. This gap will close. Local values will rise. More buyers than sellers. Values rise.
The expensive land push up the bottom. If a new house costs $700k, then the old house worth $500k looks like a bargain. It corrects. The boom lifts all boats. Whether you own a mansion, you profit.
Contemplating investing, go for it. Good investment. The lifestyle. The charm. The growth. It is the perfect storm. Call Brad Smith. I know the builders. I advise the best spots. Invest in Gawler in Gawler.
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