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Smith Street Build-to-Rent

Client:
WA Department of Communities, Tetris Capital, and Community Housing Ltd.

Location:
Perth, Western Australia

Status:
DA Approved

Contact Person:
Mark Black

The Smith Street Build-to-Rent (BTR) project is a transformative redevelopment located in the inner-city suburb of Highgate. This mixed-tenure project will replace the former public housing site with a vibrant and inclusive community.

Offering a total of 109 apartments, the project includes a mix of social, affordable, and specialist disability rental units. Residents will also benefit from communal amenities such as a rooftop edible garden, residents’ lounge, a courtyard, library and car parking space as well as bike storage.

Inspired by the rich heritage and culture of Highgate, the Smith Street BTR project is built on three key principles: connection, community and quality.

Integrated with the community

– The site consists of two 3-4-storey buildings connected by an external stairway, creating a permeable street interface that enhances connection with the surrounding neighbourhood.

– A central community garden forms part of a broader landscape strategy, linking the site to nearby parks, including Hyde Park—a culturally significant site for the Whadjuk Noongar people.

– Curated communal spaces foster social interaction, physical activity, and relaxation, promoting a sense of belonging.

Healthy, high-quality homes

– Apartments are designed with robust, modular layouts that emphasise natural light, airflow, and strong connections to outdoor spaces.

– Includes NDIS-compliant apartments and two onsite overnight assistance units, providing essential support for residents with high physical support needs.

– Sustainability is embedded throughout, with features including passive ventilation and solar PV cells.

Developed by a consortium comprised of Tetris Capital and Community Housing Ltd, this project represents the state’s first private-public partnership to utilise a 52-year ground lease on state-owned land.

Smith Street BTR plays a vital role in the WA Government’s Housing Diversity Pipeline, contributing to the short- to medium-term delivery of social housing stock.

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