Lot #408
Carrington House and Land
Price
$849,700
Officer, located approximately 48 km southeast of Melbourne’s Central Business District, is a rapidly developing suburb within the Shire of Cardinia. With a population of 18,503 as of the 2021 census, Officer has evolved from its agricultural roots into a vibrant community, offering a blend of suburban living and rural charm.
The suburb boasts a range of local amenities, including parks, sports facilities, and shopping centres. Residents enjoy access to recreational areas such as Dragon Park, which was voted Victoria’s Favourite Playground in 2021, and the Comely Banks Recreation Reserve, a regional sporting hub under development.
Shopping needs are well catered for with the Arena Shopping Centre and the Officer Central precinct, offering a variety of retail options, dining establishments, and essential services.
Education is a strong focus in Officer, with numerous schools serving the area. These include Officer Secondary College, Bridgewood Primary School, St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School, and St Francis Xavier College (Officer Campus), among others.
Transportation is convenient, with Officer railway station providing regular services on the Gippsland line, connecting residents to Melbourne and beyond. The suburb is also well-served by an excellent bus network and has easy access to major roads such as the Princes Freeway and Princes Highway, facilitating smooth commutes
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Do I Qualify?
Eligibility Criteria
The Following Eligibility Criteria Will Apply
- Available for ‘Brand New’ purchases only; including townhouses, apartments & freestanding houses
- Purchase must be made through one of FHBA’s partner’s or a new property provider approved by FHBA
- Your ‘first home loan’ must be arranged through FHBA Mortgages (exceptions may apply)
- The FHBA 50 Rebate is paid in addition to your State’s First Home Owners Grant & Stamp Duty concessions
- Complimentary Insurance Consultation with FHBA Protect to ensure you are protected
- You must agree to the full terms and conditions outlined in our client agreement new homes service before buying
How much is it?
Eligible FHBA first home buyer clients will be entitled to a 50% cash rebate on the total referral fees paid to FHBA (FHBA Pty Limited) from the new home provider you proceed with (should FHBA have a referral agreement with the provider)
The FHBA 50 Rebate will typically range from $2,500 to $12,000 depending on factors such as the property type, property location and property builder.
The rebate will be paid after the full referral fees are received by FHBA from the new homes provider first
Eligible Properties
To be eligible, the property must be from an FHBA new homes provider partner or approved by FHBA first
- House & Land
- Apartment
- Townhouse / Unit
- Display Homes
- Dual Living
- Dual Occupancy
- Duplex
- Studio
Example
A first home buyer couple meet an FHBA Coach and tell the Coach about their desired property. After working out their budget, the Coach show’s them a range of properties from FHBA’s New Homes partners. The QLD couple are interested in a house & land package through an FHBA partnered builder. The builder completes the sale with the client including some custom inclusions. The builder pay’s FHBA an agreed referral fee of $15,000.” “The couple will be entitled to the following government grant and incentives:
| Incentive Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| QLD Govt. FHOG Grant (2016/17 FY) | $20,000 |
| Stamp Duty Payable | NIL |
| FHBA 50 Rebate (50% of $15,000) | $7,500 |
| Total $ Incentives | 27,500 |
Please note that the FHOG and incentives are subject to change.