Construction has begun on 400 new homes next to the Morphettville Racecourse as the urban revitalisation of an iconic South Australian location continues.
The Quarter, which is a collaboration between Villawood Properties, Hostplus and the South Australian Jockey Club will deliver a diverse range of premium affordable and luxury homes, with prices beginning at $650,000 for a 2 bedroom, two-storey home.
The project compliments the State Government’s rejuvenation of Morphettville, with construction well underway on the adjacent tramline upgrades and precinct improvements.
The Quarter development forms part of a $350 million revamp of the historic Morphettville racetrack which will transform the iconic course with high-end commercial, specialty retail, residential and community spaces.
The broader Morphettville upgrade will redevelop 7.5 hectares between the racetrack’s home turn and Anzac Highway, and will include:
- A new community plaza, linking Anzac Highway to Morphettville, which will be available for year-round events and create a grand entry to the racecourse.
- Mixed use apartment buildings with more than 150 residences.
- A supermarket, shops, hospitality outlets, a new SAJC-owned The Junction tavern and, SAJC offices.
- 250 townhouses and low-rise apartments ranging in height from two to three storeys.
Earlier this month, the Minister for Planning approved two code amendments that will unlock land once used for horse stables for residential development, allowing for around 200 new homes to be built.
The homes at the Quarter have been designed by architects Studio Nine. Taking cues from popular equestrian developments worldwide, this project gives racing fans a great spot to live, with all the amenities close at hand and a laid-back, premium feel.
Villawood has thrown itself into multiple South Australian greenfield and infill projects which will deliver around 5000 lots, representing $6 billion of economic impact over the next 15 years.
Through the initiatives outlined in the Housing Roadmap, the State Government is building a pipeline of land and housing projects along with supporting infrastructure that has the potential to deliver more than 60,000 new homes across metropolitan Adelaide and in regional areas.
More information on the project.