WA’s largest timber-framed apartment development, Inhabeco Apartments, has begun welcoming residents into 51 new build-to-rent apartments, marking a significant milestone in the revitalisation of the Midland town centre.
Built in 17 months by Bluerock Projects, the rental apartments will be operated by Inhabeco, a WA build-to-rent operator focused on delivering sustainable, rental communities.
Located on the prominent corner of Great Eastern Highway and Tuohy Lane in Midland, the four-storey development provides 51 build-to-rent apartments and 650 square metres of ground floor commercial space, within walking distance of the new Midland Metronet station, shops and amenities.
The development also incorporates a range of industry-leading sustainability initiatives, including a 130kW rooftop solar system, 414kWh battery storage system, embedded electricity network, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, centralised hot water generation, smart metering and integrated digital building services.
Designed to achieve a 7-star nationwide house energy scheme rating, the development will provide residents with comfortable, energy-efficient homes that help reduce household running costs.
Midland MLA Steve Catania said projects like Inhabeco Apartments demonstrate how thoughtful urban infill can help meet housing demand while supporting the continued revitalisation of Midland.
“More homes in strategic locations close to the Metronet station and town centre will bring more people into the area, activating our public spaces and supporting our local businesses.”
Housing and Works Minister John Carey said more builders are embracing alternative construction methods - such as timber frames - delivering more homes, sooner.
“As WA’s largest timber framed building, it demonstrates the scalability of alternative construction methods and the pace in which they can be delivered,” he said
“This development delivers a substantial boost to housing in the heart of Midland, less than 200m from the Midland station, close to jobs and amenities.
“Through our $120 million Infrastructure Development Fund, Inhabeco Apartments received funding towards the cost of its utility connections - supporting our government’s vision for more infill in existing suburbs.”
