29 new social homes for over-55s open at Waterford West in Logan
Treefern Villas, 29 new single-level social homes for Queenslanders over 55, have opened at Waterford West, part of 680 social and affordable homes underway in Logan.
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Treefern Villas, 29 new single-level social homes for Queenslanders over 55, have opened at Waterford West, part of 680 social and affordable homes underway in Logan.
- Treefern Villas at Waterford West delivers 29 new social homes
- The mix is 18 one-bedroom and 11 two-bedroom single-level homes for people over 55
- 680 social and affordable homes are underway in Logan, the State says
- More than 7,000 are under construction or contracted statewide
- The State is targeting 53,500 social and community homes by 2044
What's happening
Twenty-nine new social homes have opened at Waterford West in Logan, adding purpose-built housing for older Queenslanders between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Housing and Public Works Minister Sam O'Connor officially opened Treefern Villas, delivered with Community Housing Limited.
The single-level homes are designed for people over 55, including social housing tenants who want to downsize. The Government says this "right-sizing" approach can free larger social homes for families.
The key details
The project includes 18 one-bedroom and 11 two-bedroom homes, each with accessibility features and private outdoor space, close to public transport, healthcare and shops.
- 680 social and affordable homes are underway in Logan, 592 of them with community housing providers
- More than 7,000 social and affordable homes are under construction or contracted across Queensland
- 11,205 social and community homes delivered or underway toward a 53,500 target by 2044
- The State is investing $5.725 billion over four years in social and community housing
- It aims to average 2,000 social homes a year from 2028
Mr O'Connor said each home gave "another Queenslander" a safe and secure place to live. Community Housing Limited's Queensland State Manager, Carly Bairstow, said the villas were built to help residents age in place in their local community.
The Government says more than 70% of its social and community housing pipeline is being delivered with community housing providers. In Logan alone, 592 of the 680 homes underway involve community housing providers, reflecting a model where the State funds delivery and specialist organisations deliver and manage the homes.
Timeline and next steps
Treefern Villas is now officially open. The wider Logan pipeline of 680 homes is at various stages, and the Government's longer-term goal is 53,500 social and community homes by 2044. The statement also contains the Government's criticisms of the former administration's housing record, which are political claims.
What it means for Gold Coast property owners and developers
Social and community housing does not compete directly with private sales, but steady delivery across the Logan to Gold Coast corridor eases pressure on the lower end of the rental market. More downsizer-style homes can also help existing stock turn over more efficiently.
For builders and developers, a funded pipeline delivered largely through community housing providers creates ongoing opportunities for partnerships and construction work, particularly for smaller, accessible housing types. This is general information, not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is Treefern Villas?
A complex of 29 new single-level social homes at Waterford West, Logan, for people aged over 55.
Who is the community housing partner?
The project was delivered with Community Housing Limited, a community housing provider.
How many social homes does Queensland plan to deliver?
The State's target is 53,500 social and community homes by 2044, with 11,205 delivered or underway so far.
Source: Queensland Government Ministerial Media Statements, published 8 October 2026. This article is an independent summary and commentary by GC Prestige based on the original report — read the source for full details.
Queensland Government Ministerial Media Statements
Read the original article →This is an independent summary written by GC Prestige for general information. All facts are attributed to the original publisher above — please refer to the source for full details. Not financial or planning advice.
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