Major housing site hits the market in Savilles Road Highworth

Zoned “Low Density Residential”, the land also carries potential for a standard residential subdivision subject to council approval. 

A large tract of land overlooking Nambour has been listed for sale with approvals in place for a major housing project, putting the town’s growth and planning pressures back in the spotlight.

The 13.5-hectare site at 3–53 Savilles Road, Highworth, has a material change of use approval for 230 land lease dwellings and a range of community facilities including a cinema, gym, swimming pool, café/bar, bowling green, tennis and pickleball courts, men’s shed and parking for caravans and boats.

Colliers, which is handling the sale, said the block was “shovel ready”, with operational works approval for bulk earthworks and stormwater management already in place. The site is mainly cleared, elevated and offers wide rural and residential views.

Zoned “Low Density Residential”, the land also carries potential for a standard residential subdivision subject to council approval. 

Essential services are available to the boundary.

The release comes with housing demand running high on the Coast and affordability under strain. Large parcels of developable land are attracting strong attention.

Located about 2.4km from Nambour General Hospital and 3.5km from the town centre and railway station, the site sits within easy reach of key services. 

It is 19km from Sunshine Coast Airport and 20km from Maroochydore.

Community reaction to major housing proposals has often been mixed, with some residents welcoming the economic stimulus and housing options, while others voice concern about density, infrastructure impacts and the character of hinterland suburbs.

Expressions of interest close on August 21, 2025.