Tree-change ready: Blue Mountains buyers pouncing on large, finished duplexes
New homes in a beautiful lifestyle location are what many buyers are searching for.
A new ready-to-move-in community in the heart of the Blue Mountains is garnering plenty of attention.
Yarrabee Katoomba is turning heads not just for its luxury duplexes but for its one-of-a-kind location on an old golf course in the heart of the Blue Mountains.
Nestled on a stunning 30-hectare site at 152-166 Narrow Neck Rd, Katoomba, it’s an address that offers a dream opportunity for anyone looking for beautiful homes and a slower, more natural pace of life—but still close enough to Sydney.
The project is already proving to be a standout prospect, with half of the new luxury duplex homes snapped up.
Gorgeous location
The breathtaking Blue Mountains is often regarded as one of the top locations to settle down, boasting an abundance of nature, attractions, and activities.
The vibrant townships of Katoomba, Wentworth Falls, and Leura are teeming with charming cafes and essential amenities—such as shopping and healthcare access—providing a perfect blend of convenience and charm.
Once you step beyond these bustling hubs, the natural world and adventures await exploration.
“It’s an area where nature is on your doorstep,” explains McGrath Projects Sales Agent Sam Noakes.
“You can walk straight out your door and head to a lookout on your morning stroll.”
He adds that Yarrabee Katoomba is right in the heart of the beauty, given its proximity to the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park, which boasts attractions like the Three Sisters.
Just a short drive away, you can also find the lush Everglade House and Gardens, take a ride on The Scenic Skyway, or enjoy the beauty of Leura Cascades.
Additionally, it’s not just the scenery that’s turning heads, with the Blue Mountains offering more value for money compared to Sydney.
Realestate.com.au data shows a median house price of $835,000, which has increased 9.2% in the past 12 months.
It’s well below the multi-million-dollar price tags of many Sydney suburbs and demonstrates strong growth above the national average.
Opportunity knocks
Given the demand for a mountain lifestyle, the remaining 12 residences at Yarrabee are expected to be hot property, according to Noakes.
“Its positioning on an old golf course is one of the main things that appeal to people,” he shares.
“There’s outdoors and nature right on your doorstep, and these are modern duplexes that will really appeal to downsizers, retirees, and even first-home buyers.”
“They’re all three-bedroom, two-bath, and have a modern design.
Every duplex has Smeg appliances, and all the floor plans are centred around the oversized entertaining terraces.
Each has one or two car parking spaces and a big garage, so there’s a lot that appeals.”
He adds that all the duplexes are on a Torrens Title ownership within a community title, meaning buyers own the land outright—so there are no complicated strata rules to navigate.
A new life awaits
A key drawcard of this new Blue Mountains development is the fact that these homes are ready to move into, not an off-the-plan purchase.
“People can expect the actual duplexes to be ready any day now,” Noakes explains.
“They don’t have to wait months or years for construction.
We are just completing the final registration process.”
The homes will also appeal from a price point perspective, ranging from $849,000 to $1,250,000.
Noakes says it’s a tempting prospect for anyone wanting to transition from Sydney markets into a more relaxed lifestyle.
But with limited residences still available, he warns buyers will have to be quick.
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