Strategic Property Investment
Build wealth through property with a personalised strategy, independent research and professional property acquisition.
14+ years
In business
12.5% p.a
Average compound growth across all client investments
$432,145
Average capital growth per client
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Sound Property
Strategic property investment, tailored with precision
For more than 14 years, Sound Property has helped investors make informed property decisions through personalised strategy, independent market research and professional property acquisition.
We don’t work from a developer’s stock list or have property to sell. Our fee-for-service model allows us to search for investments based on what suits your financial position, objectives and risk profile.
From strategy and research through to due diligence, negotiation, settlement and ongoing support, our role is to help you make sound property investment decisions.
Why Sound PropertyFrom strategy to settlement... and beyond
Strategy & engagement
Understand your position, goals and investment strategy.
Research, shortlist & due diligence
Research markets, identify opportunities and thoroughly assess the property.
Negotiation & acquisition
Negotiate the purchase and coordinate the contract process alongside your professional advisers.
Settlement & ongoing support
Support through settlement, property management and the ongoing performance of your investment.
What is your
Investment Goal?
Sound Property recognises that property investment should never be one-size-fits-all. We create personalised strategies aligned with each client’s goals, financial position, and risk profile, offering a more disciplined path toward building wealth.
Explore Investment StrategiesKey Investment Drivers
We believe successful property investment starts with understanding where to invest before deciding what to buy.
Sound Property’s 15 Key Investment Drivers use a top-down research process to assess markets, locations and individual properties.
The objective is simple: identify markets with sound fundamentals, then find the right property within them.
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Client Success Stories
Different investors. Different strategies. Different properties.
Our clients come to us with different budgets, objectives and existing portfolios. That’s why we don’t believe in recommending the same property or location to everyone.
See more client case studies8.10% p.a.
Long-Term Growth
Case Study
Sippy Downs
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
An opportunity for both steady rental income and long-term capital growth in an established suburb.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,403,313
- Tenanted At: $1,100/week or 4.08%
- 600sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 8.10% p.a.
- Vacancy Rate: 0.6%
- Owner Occupied Ratio: 72%
What we liked
Neat and well-maintained low set brick home that fits perfectly within the quiet cul-de-sac that has a strong 8.1% p.a long-term growth
5.0%p.a.
Rental Yield:
Case Study
Narara
House
5
2
2
Investor Brief
Property that is low maintenance, option to have dual income and to have modern finishes.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,320,000
- Tenanted At: $1,250/ week or 5.0% yield
- 556sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.40% p.a.
- Vacancy Rate: 0.8%
- Average Days on Market: 22
What we liked
Low maintenance dual income property in a desirable neighbourhood. Conveniently located within walking distance to local schools, public transport and just a short drive the shopping centre
7.3%p.a.
Long-Term Growth
Case Study
Grovedale
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Looking for a low-maintenance, preferably a 3+ bedroom house.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $845,500
- Rental Appraisal: $650/w or 4.0% p.a.
- 569sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.3%p.a.
- Vacancy Rate: 1.0%
- Rent Change (12 months): +4.7%
What we liked
Low maintenance family home with modern updates in close proximity to local parks, schools and mall.
9.45% p.a
Long-Term Growth
Case Study
Aldinga Beach
House
3
1
1
Investor Brief
High-yielding & low maintenance investment property, with minimal maintenance needs.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $742,000
- Rented at $580/w or 4.06% p.a.
- 328sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 9.45% p.a
- Vacancy rate: 0.7%
- Owner Occupied Ratio: 71%
What we liked
Clean and low maintenance townhouse located in a desirable neighbourhood with a strong 8.85%p.a. long term growth
9.33%
Long term capital growth rate (p.a)
Case Study
Bentleigh East
House
3
2.5
2
Investor Brief
Investor looking for a low-maintenance investment property in Melbourne's South East.
Investment Details
- Secured at $1,392,000 in 2024
- Rented prior settlement: $850/w
- Expansive open-plan family zones, with modern finishes and low-maintenance landscaping
- No body corporate fees
- Ideally positioned, just a short walk from the local shopping strip
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term suburb growth rate: 9.33%
- Strong depreciation benefits
- Vacancy rate: Low at 1.2%
What we liked
A low-maintenance investment in a blue-chip suburb that has a proven history of growth
1,085 m²
Land size
Case Study
Aspley
House
4
3
4
Investor Brief
Landbank with future subdivision potential
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,370,000
- Rented prior to settlement: $900 /w or 3.5% yield
- 1,085 sqm block
- Potential to subdivide into 2 x 542sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: over 8% p.a
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +10.1%
- Vacancy Rates: 0.7%
What we liked
Huge block of land with the ability to subdivide into two well-sized building blocks.
4.7%
gross yield
Case Study
Lawnton
House
3
1
1
Investor Brief
Affordable investment property with high yield to help offset mortgage repayments
Investment Details
- Secured - $595,000
- Existing tenants paying - $540/w or 4.72% yield
- Rental Appraisal - $550/w
- 600sqm block
- Stable long-term investment producing a strong yield
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Suburb growth: 9.13%
- Vacancy rates: 0.9%
- Gross yield: 4.7%
What we liked
Great result for a client that's used the strategy of 'equity in their home for investment'. A property so clean there were no items to be rectified after the building and pest inspection!
0.6%
Vacancy Rates
Case Study
Bald Hills
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Landbank opportunity with development potential in future
Investment Details
- Secured: Off-market $1.068m
- Large 5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car + Pool
- 1,500 sqm with 43m frontage (3 x 500sqm lots post subdivision)
- Over $300,000 in instant gross profit if subdivided
- Rented with long-term tenants $685/w
- Walk to the train station and School
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Suburb Growth – 9.15% p.a
- Vacancy Rates – 0.6%
- Days on Market - 12 days
What we liked
Rare and affordable 3-lot infill subdivision only 20km to Brisbane CBD.
7.5%
net yield
Case Study
Commercial - Multi-tenant - 2,042 sqm site, Tamworth
Investor Brief
Low maintenance, multi-tenanted commercial property in a proven market
Investment Details
- Negotiated $3,040,000
- Leased – $228,000 p.a + GST or 7.5% net yield
- Multiple tenants and modern building
- Attractive depreciation benefits & future strata title potential (STCA)
- Near Shopping World anchored by Big W & Woolworths.
Key Investment Drivers
- Significant catchment population of over 200,000
- Long-term + secure tenants
- High profile location on major arterial road
What we liked
Massive freehold Highway corner site in an important inland city. High quality medical and pet care investment with long secure leases. Thriving, established dental tenants with recent fit-out.
$470k
Gross profit
before tax
before tax
Case Study
Norman Park
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Custom Built House in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,460,000
- Project timeframe: 18 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,900,000
- Gross profit $470k before tax
- Rented: $1,850/w or 4.2% yield on project costs
- Only 4km to CBD
- 607 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.8%
- Long-term growth – 9.15% p.a
What we liked
What’s not to like about a piece of blue-chip real estate with a strong rental yield?! Only 6km CBD, walk to the train, surrounded by the top private and public schools. Tick, tick tick!
10.84% p.a
Long-Term Growth
Case Study
Cranbourne East
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
An opportunity for both steady rental income and long-term capital growth.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $847,000
- Rented for $675/w
- Yield: 4.14%
- 630sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 10.84% p.a
- Gross yield: 4%
- Owner Occupied Ratio: 73%
What we liked
An off-market opportunity allowed us to secure a well maintained brick home below market value.
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