At Belcoast Homes, we take pride in being the leading specialists in rooming house developments across the Geelong, Surf Coast, and Bellarine regions. With our unmatched expertise, we transform suitable sites into profitable, accessible, and fully compliant rooming houses that maximise both value and comfort.

Whether you’re looking to invest in student accommodation, guest houses, or multi-bedroom boarding houses, we guide you through every stage—from concept to construction—ensuring a smooth, successful, and future-proof investment.

Maximise Your Investment with High-Yield Rooming Houses / Co- Living

At Belcoast Homes, we’ve pioneered a smart and profitable approach to property investment. By leveraging existing Victorian planning and building regulations, we help you create highly profitable rooming houses with up to nine rentable spaces, each offering its own bathroom, study, and sleeping area.

This innovative model of affordable accommodation is designed to respond to the demands of a competitive rental market, offering a cash flow-positive investment model that produces returns significantly higher than traditional residential real estate.

Unlike traditional property investment, which often requires waiting for capital appreciation, our rooming house developments offer positive cash flow from day one. Each property can generate rental returns up to five times higher than a standard residential investment. This is due to the ability to rent out multiple individual spaces, which diversifies your revenue streams and ensures consistent rental income.

Our rooming house model capitalises on the growing demand for affordable, self-contained accommodation. As rental prices rise, properties that offer individual living spaces at competitive rates will continue to thrive. By partnering with Belcoast Homes, you’re making a strategic decision to invest in an asset that delivers not only immediate returns but also sustainable, long-term value.

Key Considerations for Rooming House / Co – Living Developments

To get the most out of your site, there are several important factors to consider:

• A flat site ensures easier construction and cost savings.
• Residential zoning is essential for compliance with local regulations.
• Block size should ideally be 600m² (single storey) / 400m2 (double storey) or greater to allow for comfortable room layouts.
• A residential building envelope under 300m² optimises space usage while meeting council requirements.
• Proximity to shopping centres and accessible transport routes adds to the value and appeal of the property.

When these elements align, Belcoast Homes can design and construct rooming housed, focusing on accessibility and regulatory compliance, while delivering an attractive return on your investment.

Our End-to-End Process

At Belcoast Homes, we offer a comprehensive design and turnkey service, ensuring a seamless process from start to finish. Here’s a breakdown of how we bring your rooming house project to life:

Concept & Design

At the heart of every successful project is great design. Our process starts with either a custom design tailored to your vision, or a turn-key package crafted by our expert team. We use our deep industry knowledge to provide smart design solutions that maximise the potential of your property, ensuring both long-term durability and a strong return on investment.

Our in-house design documentation and visualisations help you clearly see the possibilities and make informed decisions. We believe that every client deserves a space that’s not only liveable but also a lucrative investment.

Consultant Advice

Rooming houses require specialised engineering and design to meet strict regulatory standards while providing comfort and affordability. We work with a trusted network of specialist consultants who provide insights on structural, acoustic, and accessibility compliance to optimise each project’s functionality.

We design with advanced acoustic technologies to reduce noise levels, ensuring a peaceful environment for tenants, while keeping the building accessible and in full compliance with local and national building standards.

Building Documents & Working Drawings

Once we receive council approval (which typically takes between 2 to 4 weeks and requires no planning permit), we gather the necessary specialist documentation to proceed with obtaining your Building Permit.

At this stage, our colour and materials specialist collaborates with you to select the ideal finishes, materials, and potential upgrades. With a keen focus on balancing aesthetics with durability, we ensure your rooming house has long-lasting appeal while being both functional and stylish.

Building Permit

When the designs and finishes have been finalised, our Project Coordinator moves forward with the Building Permit application and handles all pre-construction tasks, including:

• Soil tests
• Property information certificates
• Energy ratings
• Structural and civil engineering documentation

Our team keeps you updated at every step of the process, ensuring that all preparations are in place before construction begins.