Parklands in Sherwood - Great Rental Apartments

If you are looking to rent an apartment in a good located Brisbane suburb, consider Parklands at Sherwood. This development is a year old. In my view, these apartments are a good size, with generally good floor plans (particularly when compared with recently released developments). About half the apartments have a northern park/city view, which is fantastic. It is worth comparing the 3 bedroom parkview apartments (which are about 150sqm total floor area) with the 2 bedroom apartments in new inner city buildings that are less than 90sqm and that rent for about the same price.

Consider the following:

• 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car, southern village green views, $440 per week
• large 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 car, city and northern parkland views, $450 per week
• 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car, southern village green views, $450 per week
• 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car, $460 per week

If you are interested in purchasing in Sherwood, look at this website, www.sherwoodunit.com

House in Graceville

It is interesting to compare houses to apartments when looking to rent. Quality apartments often have a pool, gym, security, less maintenance, views and modern kitchens and bathrooms. Houses have more space, more privacy and a yard. Compare, for example, this house available for rent in Graceville, just near Sherwood. It is in a much better location than Parklands at Sherwood, but does not have views. Rent is $560 per week, for a 4 bedroom 2 bathroom house:
"This family home is located in one of Graceville's best streets. Enjoy this prime location, privacy and convenience.

The architect designed 1960s home takes every advantage of the Northern aspect with most rooms having sliding door access to the summer breezes and winter sunshine. A special feature is the central courtyard which opens from both the kitchen and rumpus room giving privacy and ease of entertaining. There is also another spacious undercover entertaining area surrounded by garden and ideal for relaxing. Perfect for a family with older children.

Clean and spacious, with three separate living areas indoors plus two outdoor courtyards. Bedrooms and living room are air conditioned. Two bedrooms and a bathroom are located upstairs and give the feeling of a retreat for parents or teenagers, separated from the main part of the house (with stairs in the courtyard).

Plenty of cupboards and storage; and three of the bedrooms have built-ins.

Accommodation for two cars. The private garden set on 607sqm is fully fenced.

Walking distance to Graceville train station, shops, cinema, restaurants, primary schools and C&K kindergarten.

Ideal for family seeking long term rental.

Quiet location in middle of block. This is a rare opportunity not to be missed. Available early June."

[Contact brisbaneapartment@yahoo.com for owner details or contact kewroadgraceville@gmail.com for further information.]

Rents in 2010

Parkland Sherwood has new onsite managers. (The previous managers have moved to Sydney to work with their daughter, model Miranda Kerr.) The new managers are:

Kerri & Emilio Schiliro

20 Egmont St., Sherwood Qld 4075

Ph: 07 3379 1125

Mob: 0402 395 801

One of the best two bedroom apartments is available for rent in May, for $470 a week, which is cheap compared with Indooroopilly apartments. See listing.

Rent at Parklands Sherwood

Parklands Sherwood is a great apartment and townhouse development in Sherwood, Brisbane. Less than a year old, there are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom airconditioned apartments, with great parkland and city views. There is a pool, gym, media room and village green. Sherwood is one of the prestige suburbs in Brisbane.

Rent via the onsite manager, John from centralsherwood.com.au (John & Therese Kerr 33791125 or 0402395801). Some available listings are included here.

My recommendation is to rent an apartment overlooking the park with city views, not an apartment overlook the Village Green. There are 3 configurations for 2 bedroom apartments. The largest is on the corner, the next largest has a separate study or media room (which could also be a third bedroom).

Rent at Parklands at Sherwood

Both apartment buildings are now open, and residents have moved in. The best apartments are already renting, so you will have to be quick.

Parklands Sherwood

2 bedrooms - $440 to $460 per week
2 bedrooms - $450 per week
2 bedrooms - $470 per week
2 bedrooms - $430 per week
3 bedrooms - $540 to $570 per week
3 bedroom townhouses - $590 to $610 per week
Onsite Manager - 33791125 or 0402395801

My recommendation is to rent an apartment overlooking the park with city views, not an apartment overlook the Village Green. There are 3 configurations for 2 bedroom apartments. The largest is on the corner, the next largest has a separate study or media room (which could also be a third bedroom).

Parklands at Sherwood - Stage Two Completes

Stage Two of Pradella's Parklands at Sherwood completes on 15 May 2009 -- and from my inspection recently, it looks fantastic.

If you have thinking of renting an apartment, get in quick because I understand that the best apartments already have a waiting list. Rental prices are reasonable -- better value for money than Taringa or Toowong. And most apartments have 2 car spaces. All are airconditioned. The facilities are unique in the Western suburbs of Brisbane.

Ask to see an AP2-01 apartment, overlooking the park. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus study and a great kitchen.

See Generic Listing

Current Availability for Rent at Parklands Sherwood

Parklands Sherwood
2 bedrooms - $450 per week
2 bedrooms - $440 per week or $440 per week
2 bedrooms - $420 per week
3 bedrooms from $540 per week.
Onsite Manager is John from centralsherwood.com.au (John & Therese Kerr 33791125 or 0402395801)