Gold Coast’s Five Standout Penthouses for 2025
From Main Beach to Palm Beach, the Gold Coast is setting a new benchmark for sky-high luxury. We highlight five standout penthouses redefining coastal living in 2025.
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The calibre of penthouse apartments on the Gold Coast has skyrocketed in recent years. The pandemic truly shone a light on the lifestyle and livability of the Gold Coast – a gem long overlooked, particularly by those from the southern States.
But now, well-heeled buyers from Sydney and Melbourne are casting their eyes north, looking to the Coast for retirement, or at the very least, a luxurious holiday base to escape the cold southern winters.
These buyers, who won’t get much change out of $8 million when shopping for a sky-high home along the Glitter Strip, expect all the bells and whistles. A private pool is a must, as are top-of-the-line appliances, natural stone finishes, and, of course, sweeping ocean views.
Gold Coast developers have answered the call, delivering some of the finest apartments on the East Coast. From Main Beach to Palm Beach, here are five standout penthouses currently on the market.
Lagoon, Main Beach. Developer: Drew Group
One of the largest developments Main Beach has ever seen is nearing completion, and the final residences, The Signature Collection, include several sub-penthouses and penthouses that will be “hard to replicate.”
“The unrepeatable nature of these apartments hasn’t been lost on buyers,” says Drew Group Managing Director Jon Drew. “It will be hard to replicate the sheer size of these apartments. No expense has been spared to create these luxurious sub-penthouses and penthouses. At this price point, it’s an opportunity that may never be repeated in a new Main Beach development.”
The penthouse atop the Sunrise tower is the highest apartment in the dual-tower project. Priced at $7.15 million, the Sunrise Penthouse spans 460 sqm and features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and three-car parking.
It offers sweeping views of the ocean, Gold Coast skyline, and hinterland from the kitchen, living, and dining areas. The kitchen includes Gaggenau appliances and natural stone benchtops, complemented by a wine cellar, bar area with Vintec wine fridge, and a private heated rooftop pool with an adjoining outdoor BBQ kitchen.
Lagoon’s name nods to its lagoon-style central swimming pool, available to all residents. They also have access to a podium-level entertainment lounge and garden with designer cooking stations, a fitness centre with adjoining yoga terrace, a 24/7 connected boardroom, and dedicated workspaces.
Pipis, Bilinga. Developer: SIERA
One of the penthouses crowning SIERA’s absolute beachfront development, Pipis, is expected to set a new Bilinga record, with pricing around $8.5 million.
There are two penthouses atop the 11-level Golden Four Drive building – SIERA’s first Gold Coast development after moving up from Brisbane.
The two-level residences each span 446 sqm of internal and external space, designed by Ellivo Architects. Each features four bedrooms and is finished with high-end materials including natural stone, Navurban Balmoral and Plytec Blossom joinery, and white-oiled natural timber flooring.
Kitchens are appointed with premium appliances, including an induction cooktop, steam oven, speed oven, ZIP tap, InSinkErator, built-in coffee machine, and a butler’s pantry with wine cellar.
A sculptural spiral staircase serves as a dramatic centrepiece, while a private lift also connects the levels. On the rooftop, residents will find a private plunge pool and sun deck with ocean views.
Residents are expected to move into Pipis in the coming months.
Kloud, Palm Beach. Developer: GRAYA
There’s arguably no better address in Palm Beach than Jefferson Lane – and luxury Brisbane-based developer GRAYA clearly agrees.
“When selecting a site, we look closely at all of the fundamentals — demand, future infrastructure investment, and lifestyle,” said Graya Managing Director Rob Gray.
“After carefully assessing these criteria, it was a no-brainer when selecting Palm Beach as the ideal location for our next multi-residential development.”
Local site specialists, GV Property Group, amalgamated a prized 824 sqm block, which will soon be home to Kloud, a boutique 10-level project with just 20 apartments, ranging from two to four bedrooms.
Topping the building is a 507 sqm, two-level penthouse with four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and three parking spaces. Finishes include European oak flooring, fluted stone, curved walls, and soft, tonal hues that reflect the coastal setting.
The top level is devoted entirely to entertaining, featuring a covered alfresco space with bar, lounge area with firepit, and a private pool and spa.
The penthouse is priced at $8.95 million, with completion due later this year.
La Belle, Palm Beach. Developer: Marquee Development Partners
While Jefferson Lane may be the crown jewel of Palm Beach, The Esplanade is a very close second. Marquee secured a premium 3,300 sqm beachfront parcel from former world motorcycle champion Mick Doohan, and from it launched La Belle — their 11th Gold Coast apartment project.
More than 80% of the 75 apartments have sold, and late last year, Marquee unveiled the Penthouse Collection: 10 sub-penthouses and the flagship Grand Penthouse.
“We’re beyond excited to unveil what we believe will be the pinnacle of penthouse living on the Southern Gold Coast,” said Marquee Director Jacques Winterburn.
“Our commitment to creating exceptional spaces where every detail elevates the living experience is what makes this collection truly unparalleled.”
The Grand Penthouse offers 520 sqm of internal living and an additional 162 sqm of outdoor space. It includes five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, a multi-purpose room, four car parks, an indoor cinema, a wine display, a large home office, and a statement fireplace.
Residents will have access to 1,500+ sqm of wellness and lifestyle amenities, including a heated outdoor pool and spa, teppanyaki bars, private offices, a resident lounge with billiards and bar, and a world-class wellness centre with infrared and Nordic saunas, a hydrotherapy pool, and dual cold plunge baths.
La Belle is slated for completion in mid-2026.
Perspective Helm, Chevron Island. Developer: Sherpa Property Group
Chevron Island isn’t typically known for boutique ultra-luxury, but Sherpa Property Group’s waterfront project, Perspective Helm, is a standout exception.
Penthouse 10 recently sold for around $10 million to a Brisbane couple, setting a new record for the island.
Just one residence remains — Penthouse Nine — priced at $9.99 million. It spans nearly 800 sqm over two levels and includes four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a cinema, a multi-purpose room, and a secure four-car garage.
The penthouse also features a rooftop pool alongside a full outdoor kitchen with BBQ, pizza oven, firepit, and lounge area — plus a 60-foot private marina berth.
“Every detail of these penthouses has been meticulously crafted to offer an indulgent lifestyle, where effortless luxury meets serene sophistication,” said Sherpa CEO Christie Leet.
“We’re seeing strong interest from downsizers drawn to the quality and convenience of this location. The combination of true riverfront living and marine access is rare, and it’s clearly resonating with the market.”
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New detached-home sales fell 10% nationally in August, led by a 27% decline in Victoria, raising concerns about construction starts in 2027.
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Australia’s hoped-for recovery in housing construction is losing momentum before it has had time to close the national supply gap.
Sales of new detached homes fell 10 per cent nationally in August, according to the Housing Industry Association’s survey of major volume builders across the five largest mainland states. It was the fourth consecutive monthly decline.
The fall was broad rather than isolated. Victoria recorded the largest retreat, down 27 per cent, followed by Queensland at 20.2 per cent, New South Wales at 17.5 per cent, South Australia at 10.8 per cent and Western Australia at 8.2 per cent.
Across the three months to August, sales were 19.3 per cent below the preceding three-month period and 7.7 per cent lower than the equivalent period a year earlier.
New-home sales matter beyond the immediate fortunes of volume builders. They are an early indicator of future starts: buyers sign contracts, finance is finalised, approvals are secured and construction follows months later. A sustained sales decline during the middle of 2026 is therefore likely to weaken commencements during 2027.
The slowdown reflects the collision of several pressures. Households have absorbed multiple interest-rate rises, reducing borrowing capacity and increasing the repayment cost attached to a new build. Established-home prices have softened in some markets, weakening the relative appeal of waiting through a construction period. Builders continue to face elevated labour and material costs.
The Reserve Bank’s August analysis showed new-dwelling construction prices increased 1.8 per cent during the June quarter and 5.3 per cent over the year. It attributed part of the pressure to oil-derived building products and other conflict-related costs.
Policy uncertainty can also cause buyers and investors to defer large commitments. But the precise contribution of any single tax or regulatory change is difficult to isolate from rates, confidence, land prices and construction costs. The HIA survey should be read as an indicator from large builders rather than a complete count of every dwelling sale.
The figures complicate progress towards the Housing Accord target of 1.2 million homes. The National Housing Supply and Affordability Council reported 308,000 completions since the Accord began and 244,000 dwellings under construction in the March quarter. Approvals and commencements had improved, but falling sales risk undermining the next wave.
For developers and governments, the warning is that planning approvals alone do not create homes. Projects need finance, viable construction pricing and buyers able to settle. If one part fails, approved supply can remain on paper.
Data box
National August new-home sales: Down 10 per cent
Three months to August: Down 19.3 per cent from the preceding three months
Year-on-year three-month comparison: Down 7.7 per cent
Victoria: Down 27 per cent
Queensland: Down 20.2 per cent
New South Wales: Down 17.5 per cent
South Australia: Down 10.8 per cent
Western Australia: Down 8.2 per cent
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