Work will soon get underway on a large-scale residential development in Stafford, following a sod-turning ceremony that marked the formal start of construction.
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Located on a sizeable 4,000 sqm block, the three-storey project, named Arca, is the latest addition to the suburb’s growing residential landscape. The development will bring 60 new units to the area at a time when traditional houses have become out of reach for many local buyers.
Unlike smaller inner-city apartments, Arca’s units are being built with space in mind. The design includes 24 two-bedroom and 36 three-bedroom apartments, all with extra rooms for study or multipurpose use. Each will also come with two allocated car parks, an inclusion that reflects the project’s effort to provide a more house-like experience within a unit complex.
Despite Stafford’s median house price climbing above $1.1 million, prices for the Arca apartments will start just below that figure, at $990,000. Higher-end units will reach up to $1.5 million. While this places them well above the suburb’s average unit price, the developers say the scale and layout of the apartments are intended to meet the needs of families, downsizers, and others seeking larger living spaces without the upkeep of a standalone home.
The project will also feature shared amenities, including a swimming pool, barbecue area, and over 300 sqm of landscaped surroundings, features that may appeal to residents used to having their own backyard.
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Local interest appears strong, with the project reaching the construction phase before any units were officially sold. A full construction rollout is scheduled to begin in August, with completion expected in early 2027.
The build will be carried out by Balmain & Co, with sales managed by Total Property Group.
Published 7-August-2025
