The Gap Owner-Occupier Success – Buying Smart for School Catchment & Long-Term Growth
The Gap Owner-Occupier Success – Buying Smart for School Catchment & Long-Term Growth
Strategic property buying isn’t just about the home—it’s about positioning your family for success. This The Gap purchase was driven by a desire to access one of Brisbane’s top-performing state high school catchments, and it paid off with a significant return and a smooth transition to the clients’ next dream home.
Key Purchase & Sale Summary
- Purchased For: $845,000 (September 2020)
- Rental Appraisal: $900 per week (5.53% gross yield on the buy price)
- Sold For: $1,430,000 (October 2024)
- Capital Gain: 69.23% over 4 years
- Location: The Gap, Brisbane
- Capital Growth: 8.54% annualised over the last 25 years
About the Property
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces
- 697sqm block
- Located within one of Brisbane’s best public high school catchments
- Perfect family home for that stage of life
- Owner-occupied until the family was ready to upsize
Why The Gap Was the Right Move
The decision to buy in The Gap was guided by more than just lifestyle—it was a strategic move for the children’s education, paired with strong market fundamentals:
✅ Access to highly sought-after public school zones
✅ Large blocks and family-friendly streets
✅ Consistent long-term capital growth (8.54% p.a.)
✅ Excellent local amenities and green space
✅ High demand for quality homes
An Outstanding Sales Result – Thanks to Nicholas Stankiewicz
When it came time to sell, Nicholas Stankiewicz from NS Properties – Brisbane delivered beyond expectations.
- He signed the clients on a Sunday
- Launched the full marketing campaign by mid-week
- Conducted staging, photos, digital listing, and first open home
- Under contract by Saturday – just 6 days later
- Achieved a cash unconditional offer $30,000 over the appraisal range
If you need a top-performing sales agent in The Gap, Nicholas Stankiewicz from NS Properties – Brisbane is the number one agent to call. His service, strategy, and speed set the benchmark.
Client Journey – From Catchment Strategy to Lifestyle Upgrade
This wasn’t a one-off win. After achieving excellent growth and completing their time in The Gap, these clients returned to IPS Buyer’s Agents to secure their luxury lifestyle upsize—a stunning acreage in Samsonvale, tailored for the next chapter of their life.
This shows how property strategy evolves with life stages, and how IPS continues to guide clients long after the first deal is done.
How IPS Buyer’s Agents Made It Happen
✔️ Identified suburbs with top-performing school zones and long-term growth
✔️ Secured the property with the right balance of price, size, and location
✔️ Structured finance correctly with Moreton Bay Finance Broker.
✔️ Stayed connected and assisted with the eventual Samsonvale lifestyle purchase
Looking to Buy for Catchment & Capital Growth?
Whether you’re planning ahead for your kids’ education or positioning yourself for long-term wealth creation, IPS Buyer’s Agents are here to guide you—from your first purchase to your dream upsize.
📞 Contact us today to map out your family’s next property move.