Development Sites

Oliver Hume specialises in marketing, acquiring and selling land ready to be transformed into high-performing projects. Our approach minimises risk and maximise returns.

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Development Sites

Bringing together decades of insight and strategy to achieve exceptional results for our clients and their development sites

Development Sites

Your partner in development site success

With over seven decades of expertise, extensive market research and the strongest network in the industry, Oliver Hume helps clients navigate the complexities of land transactions to achieve real, sustained success.

Project Marketing Services

Launch and Display Village Strategy

At Oliver Hume - we are different! Our launch and display village strategy leverages extensive proprietary data, market trends, and buyer demand insights to create compelling market entries. With proven experience successfully launching and completing residential, mixed-use, and medium-density developments across Australia, we deliver results-driven strategies tailored to your project. We apply an integrated approach that utilises multiple touchpoints across sales and marketing channels to accelerate buyer engagement, meet ambitious targets, and optimise return on investment. From concept through to execution, we ensure a project launch captures market attention and converts interest into sales momentum.

Sales Strategy & Execution

Our sales service is unique and delivers returns. Our expert guidance on lot mix optimisation, pricing recommendations, and product diversity enhances market appeal and profitability. We deliver data-driven insights on product mix and yield analysis, ensuring optimal revenue performance. Our dedicated on and offsite sales presence and strategic planning exceeds revenue targets through tailored solutions.

Marketing Strategy and Execution

Our full-service marketing team delivers measurable results through a digital marketing approach, targeted audience profiling, integrated campaign management, strategic planning, expert consultancy and database management. Our commitment to our clients is every marketing dollar delivers maximum return on investment by connecting your development with qualified buyers to accelerate sales.

Project Management

Our dedicated project management team brings decades of experience in building new community corridors across Australia. We are leaders in property sales, marketing and deliver and seamless execution through our trusted industry partners. Throughout all project phases, we prioritise on-time, on-budget outcomes while maintaining the highest quality standards. From initial strategy through to final settlement, we provide end-to-end project coordination that minimises risk, maximises results, and delivers exceptional value for developers and buyers alike.

Builder & Channel Management

Our builder and channel network, built up over decades positions Oliver Hume as the preferred conduit to the development sector. Through one-on-one touchpoints with management and consultants, we maintain deep market intelligence and stay ahead of emerging trends. These strong partnerships provide exclusive access to display village opportunities, house and land packages, and evolving lot requirements. Our strategic position enables us to deliver tailored product and release recommendations that align vendor objectives with builder capabilities and buyer demand, maximising outcomes for all stakeholders.

Proptech Approach

Our PropTech approach delivers a 360 digital solution customised to streamline property sales and enhance the buyer experience. Our integrated lead generation, 24/7 deposit portal access, and AI-powered customer enhancements accelerate conversions. Automated reporting and live data visualisations give our vendors real-time insight into sales performance and market trends. By leveraging advanced property technology, we optimise operational efficiency, improve customer engagement, and provide the competitive edge needed to succeed in today's digital-first property market.

Tendering Services and Support

Our tendering services provide expert support throughout the entire process, from initial pricing and product recommendations to lot mix optimisation. We leverage extensive market and buyer data to deliver competitive market-relevant insights to inform decision-making and maximise development potential. We coordinate and manage the entire tender process on behalf of clients, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and competitive outcomes. We present detailed analysis and recommendations, enabling informed decisions that align with commercial objectives and market opportunities.

Research

We invest heavily in research. We believe independent data and analytics deliver the foundations for successful land and project developments. Our quality data provides clarity and confidence allowing clients to better understand buyers, what they value, and where demand is shifting. 

Our data insights highlight future growth corridors, competitor activity, and emerging lifestyle trends, giving developers the confidence to shape projects that resonate from day one. 

Using Oliver Hume’s research isn’t just beneficial, it delivers a strategic competitive advantage backed by depth, rigour, and real-time market intelligence.

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Connect to opportunities others can’t reach

Access the strongest network in the industry. With decades of experience and a proven sales record, we take a methodical approach to connecting clients with high-value, fit-for-purpose opportunities few others can reach.

Helping create new communities

Through a deep understanding of demographic and market trends, we identify unique development angles with genuine potential, delivering projects that balance commercial success with liveable design.

Dedicated research division helps to maximise results

In a sector where timing is everything, our in-house research division equips you with unparalleled market insight, allowing you to make informed decisions, reduce costs and mitigate risk.

Track Record

With a legacy of successful site transactions, our numbers tell the story. The Oliver Hume Development Sites team continues to set the benchmark for sales and acquisitions nationwide.

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Serenity

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Rockbank, Victoria

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15%

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15%

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Nord

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North Melbourne, Victoria

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18%

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18%

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The Principle

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North Melbourne, Victoria

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15%

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15%

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The Verge-Tranche 2

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Logan, Queensland

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17%

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17%

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The Verge-Tranche 1

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Logan, Queensland

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11%

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11%

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Geelong Rd, Werribee (S2 & S3)

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Geelong Rd, Werribee

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15%

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Geelong Rd, Werribee (S1)

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Geelong Rd, Werribee (S1)

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15%

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15%

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Woollahra Pde

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Taylors Hill, Victoria

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18%

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Woodlands

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Sunbury, Victoria

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18%

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17%

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The Avenue

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Marshall, Victoria

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18%

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24%

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Rosehill - Stage 2

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Gisborne, Victoria

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18%

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18%

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Rosehill - Stage 1

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Gisborne, Victoria

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18%

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18%

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Ridge Land Acres

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Whittlesea, Victoria

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18%

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18%

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Nord - Tranche 2

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North Melbourne, Victoria

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15%

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15%

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Nord - Tranche 1

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North Melbourne, Victoria

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18%

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18%

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Ilixir - Tranche 2

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Cheltenham, Victoria

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15%

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15%

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Ilixir - Tranche 1

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Cheltenham, Victoria

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15%

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Diamond Grove

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Diamond Creek, Victoria

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Chapel Grove

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Keysborough, Victoria

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18%

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Brushwood Green

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Forest Lake, Queensland

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18%

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13%

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Avenue One - Stage 2

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Marshall, Victoria

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18%

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38%

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Avenue One - Stage 1

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Marshall, Victoria

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18%

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62%

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Acacia

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Gisborne, Victoria

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18%

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29%

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FAQs

Development Sites FAQs

What role does Oliver Hume play in the Development Sites process?

Oliver Hume acts as both a trusted sales agent for sellers and a buyer advocate for purchasers, guiding clients through every stage of the land acquisition and sales process.

Why do sellers need to engage a land sales agent?

Working with a specialist land sales agent like Oliver Hume ensures your property achieves its full market potential. Our team brings decades of experience in land assessment, pricing strategy and development site transactions, helping sellers navigate the complexities of the process with ultimate confidence.

What does our typical client look like?

Oliver Hume works with a diverse range of clients, from large-scale and smaller developers to individual landowners with medium to large parcels suitable for development. Our clients also include corporations, government entities, and private investors. For acquisition services, we support clients seeking everything from master-planned communities to specialised niche properties.

How does partnering with Oliver Hume benefit property developers?

For developers, working with Oliver Hume offers exclusive access to off-market opportunities that are often unavailable through other channels.

We bring qualified, knowledge-based insights across legal, planning, and tax considerations. We pride ourselves on guiding clients through complex processes such as expressions of interest and tenders. Beyond acquisition, we offer strategic advice on bid structuring and post-purchase planning, ensuring developers secure the right properties and maximise the long-term potential of every asset.

Do clients need any prior knowledge before starting the development sites process with Oliver Hume?

No extensive prior knowledge is required. Oliver Hume uses a hands-on approach that guides clients through every step of the development sites process, simplifying complex aspects and providing expert advice backed by robust research.

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Testimonials

Matt Miller

Head of Sales at Lotus Living

"Oliver Hume has been an outstanding partner for our projects at Lotus Living. They bring deep market insight, disciplined sales processes, and a genuinely collaborative approach. Their team consistently delivers high-quality buyer engagement, transparent reporting, and dependable results in even the most challenging market conditions. We value their professionalism, strategic advice, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our developments. Oliver Hume continues to set the benchmark for land sales excellence, and we highly recommend them to any developer seeking a trusted long-term sales partner."

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Samantha Ramsey

Director at Ramsey Property Group

We can't speak highly enough of our experience working with Peter Vassallo from Oliver Hume. Peter sold our 70 hectares of broad acre greenfield development land, spread across two titles, in a very challenging market. It seemed daunting, but Peter handled it with unwavering determination and positivity. His tireless efforts and strategic approach were key to securing a successful sale, even when the odds seemed stacked against us. Throughout the process, Peter remained optimistic and focused, ensuring that no opportunity was overlooked. If you're looking for a real estate agent who will go above and beyond to achieve outstanding results, we wholeheartedly recommend Peter Vassallo from Oliver Hume.

Alistair Gull

The Gull Group of Companies

"We regard Peter as one of the most informed, competent and thoughtful real estate professionals in the business. Peter has consistently demonstrated a level of knowledge and dedication to client relations and service that is second to none. Most importantly, he conducts himself with the highest level of integrity. This is what resonates with our group the most. In our experience and recent dealings, I would wholeheartedly recommend Peterto any company or Vendor seeking best-in-class representation"

Charlie and Georgina Sant

"Just a short note to show our appreciation for all that you have done for us Peter, without your help we wouldn't be where we are today. We truly appreciate and a very big thank you from our hearts for all the hard work and all the help you gave us."

Sue & John Jiang

"We would like to express our utmost thanks and appreciation to you and the team at Oliver Hume for your excellent efforts in the successful sale of our Minns Rd property. The care, consideration and professionalism you demonstrated and the delivery of such a wonderful result exceeded our expectations and we would love to keep in touch to discuss future projects."

John Carberry

ISPT INDUSTRIAL

"Oliver Hume Development Sites exceeded our expectations by producing a sales result 30% higher than our reserve. Their cost-effective marketing strategy maximised awareness and interest thus creating price tension and producing an excellent result. Peter's communication throughout the campaign was first-rate. We found Peter to be responsive, providing ongoing updates and open to listening to our requirements, always acting in our best interests. We have no hesitation in recommending Peter and his team."

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