12 Sir Fred Schonell Drive, St Lucia, Qld 4067

For Sale

House
Type
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Parkings
607 m²
Area

Published on Wednesday, October 07, 2026 ( See property details for 12 Sir Fred Schonell Drive, St Lucia, Qld 4067)

For Sale

Sue Cross Licensed Real Estate Agent
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A rare development opportunity in a highly desirable St Lucia location, offering a charming post-war home on a substantial 607m² elevated land parcel with excellent connectivity and development potential.

🏡 Property Highlights

  • Prime development potential with LMR2 zoning on a 607m² elevated site
  • Highly sought-after inner-west Brisbane location with excellent connectivity
  • Close proximity to University of Queensland, Brisbane CBD, and major shopping centres
  • Tightly held property with over 44 years of ownership, now available for various development options
  • Original post-war home with charming period features and spacious living areas
  • Exceptional lifestyle amenities including parks, riverfront walks, and golf links

✨ Key Features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Open-Plan Living
  • Air Conditioning
  • Downstairs Laundry
  • Tandem Garage
  • Ceiling Cornices
  • Original Triple Hopper Windows
  • Front Porch
  • Functional Kitchen and Dining Area
  • Vacant Possession
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St Lucia is a highly desirable Brisbane suburb renowned for its leafy streets, riverfront parks, and excellent educational institutions. It offers exceptional connectivity to the CBD and University of Queensland, making it ideal for families, students, and developers. The area boasts a vibrant local café scene, golf courses, and recreational parks, providing a balanced lifestyle with strong investment fundamentals.

What are the development possibilities for this property?
The property is zoned LMR2, offering potential for demolition, land banking, or development of multiple dwellings, subject to council approval.
Is the existing home suitable for renovation or rental?
Yes, the original post-war home retains charming features and can be renovated or rented out while planning development options.
What amenities and services are nearby?
The property is close to major shopping centres, public transport, schools, parks, and recreational facilities, providing a convenient lifestyle.
Are there any restrictions or covenants on the land?
The land is zoned LMR2, which allows for multiple development options, but potential buyers should verify any specific restrictions with local council.
What is the condition of the existing dwelling?
The home is a post-war structure with original features, including hardwood flooring and ornate ceilings, suitable for renovation or redevelopment.
Are there any existing planning or development approvals in place for this site? What are the potential costs associated with demolishing the existing home and developing the land? Are there any easements, covenants, or zoning restrictions that could impact development plans? Has a recent land survey been conducted to confirm boundaries and land size? Are there any known issues with the land such as flooding, bushfire risk, or soil stability? What are the council requirements and approval processes for development in this zone? Is there any ongoing or planned infrastructure or construction nearby that could affect the property? Are there any strata or community title considerations for this land? What are the costs and requirements for connecting utilities and services? Are there any heritage or environmental restrictions affecting the property?

12 Sir Fred Schonell Drive, St Lucia, Qld 4067 - More Details

For Sale

A rare opportunity for discerning developers, investors and land bankers in one of Brisbane's most coveted locations.

Positioned in the heart of vibrant St Lucia, this 607m2 elevated site with LMR2 zoning presents an exciting opportunity to secure land with genuine development potential in a highly sought after inner-west location (two lots under one title)

With direct bus access on your doorstep to the University of Queensland and Brisbane's CBD, this property offers the connectivity, location and underlying land value that make it particularly appealing to developers and long term investors.

Held by the same owners for more than 44 years, this tightly held property is now offered for sale with vacant possession, providing the flexibility to demolish, develop, land bank or explore the potential of the existing dwelling.

The original post-war home on the block retains many of its charming period features and comprises:

• Three well-sized bedrooms
• Central bathroom
• Spacious air-conditioned living area
• Front porch
• Functional kitchen and dining area
• 2nd toilet
• Downstairs laundry
• Tandem garage accommodation for two small cars, plus one off- street park
• Hardwood flooring beneath the existing carpet tiles
• Ornate decorative ceiling cornices
• Original triple hopper windows throughout

Key Location Highlights Offering Exceptional Convenience and Lifestyle:

• Guyatt Park ferry terminal
• Toowong Train Station
• Toowong Village Shopping Centre
• Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
• Bus at doorstep to Queensland University and Brisbane's CBD
• Local cafes and dining throughout St Lucia, Toowong, Taringa and Indooroopilly
• St Lucia Golf Links and the Hundred Acre Bar
• School catchments include: Ironside State School, Brisbane Boys College, Indooroopilly State High School, QASMT ( Queensland Academy of Science, Maths and Technology)
• Easy access to St Peters College
• Riverfront walks, cycling paths, and leafy parks all within easy proximity
• Wesley Hospital

With a direct bus route at your doorstep to the University of Queensland, along with the Brisbane CBD, together with easy access to major Shopping Centres, a wide range of educational options, transport, and riverfront recreation , this location offers both strong lifestyle appeal and long term investment fundamentals.
Opportunities to secure a substantial LMR2 Development site in St Lucia with this combination of land size and location are tightly held.
Whether you are looking to demolish, develop, land bank or secure a strategic inner-west investment in this tightly held location, this property is worthy of your serious consideration.

We look forward to welcoming you to one of our upcoming open homes, or call Sue to arrange a private inspection.
(Park in Sandford Street to attend Open Home, and walk down Glenolive Lane for easy access to property)

Whilst all reasonable attempts have been made to verify the accuracy of the information provided, the selling agents confirm that they cannot guarantee accuracy of the same and accept no liability ( express or implied) in the event that any information provided here is inaccurate. Parties must ensure they make their own due diligence enquiries to satisfy themselves about the accuracy of the information. This information provided is indicative only and must not be relied upon unless confirmed,
Type
House
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Parkings
2
Area
607 m²

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    Saturday 10 October
    9:00 am - 9:30 am
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    Saturday 10 October
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