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An interactive comparison platform for home buyers to evaluate builders, plans, and inclusions in their region side-by-side.

Are there display villages in Illawarra?

Many estates in Illawarra have display homes available. Check our display village directory for a full list of active display home precincts in the Illawarra region, where you can compare builder designs side by side.

Which builders are active in Illawarra?

Each estate guide on Compare My Build lists the builders currently active in that estate. Browse the 6 estate guides in Illawarra to see which builders are building in which estates, then compare their inclusions and site costs.

What should I know before buying land in Illawarra?

Before buying land in Illawarra, check the estate's design guidelines, lot size requirements, soil classification, and any developer covenants. Always request a site-specific soil test and compare builder site cost estimates before signing a building contract.

How do site costs vary across Illawarra estates?

Site costs in Illawarra vary depending on soil type, slope, retaining requirements and the estate's developer requirements. Reactive clay or rocky sites may require more expensive slab designs. Compare builder site cost estimates across multiple estates before committing.

Is Illawarra a good area for first home buyers?

Illawarra offers 6 active estate guides with varying lot sizes and price points. The region's affordability depends on the specific estate and lot size. Browse our estate guides to compare options, and check your eligibility for state government first home buyer grants and stamp duty concessions.

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6 Estate Guides

Estate Guides in Illawarra

Coastal growth corridor from Wollongong to Shellharbour with estates like Calderwood and Tullimbar offering beachside living.

Active Estates in Illawarra

Browse 6 estates below. Click any guide for builder lists, site costs and estate guidelines.

NSW·Illawarra

Calderwood Valley

Calderwood

Calderwood Valley is a stunning Illawarra estate offering country-style living with easy access to Wollongong beaches and the Southern Highlands.

5 Regional builders

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NSW·Illawarra

Huntley Estate

Huntley Estate is a growing community in the Illawarra region offering a rural-lifestyle setting with larger lots and proximity to Shellharbour and Wollongong.

5 Regional builders

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NSW·Illawarra

Stream Hill

Stream Hill is a growing community in the Illawarra region offering modern living with parks and proximity to Shellharbour, Wollongong beaches and the Southern Highlands.

5 Regional builders

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NSW·Illawarra

The Meadows

The Meadows at Tullimbar is a residential community in the Illawarra region offering family living with parks, bushland and proximity to Wollongong beaches.

5 Regional builders

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NSW·Illawarra

Tullimbar Village

Tullimbar

Tullimbar Village is a community-focused estate in the Illawarra region offering a village lifestyle with parks, bushland surrounds and proximity to Wollongong beaches.

5 Regional builders

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Wongawilli

Wongawilli is a rural-lifestyle community in the Illawarra escarpment foothills, offering larger lots with bushland surrounds and proximity to Wollongong.

5 Regional builders

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Estate FAQs

Common questions about building in new estates.

The Illawarra region currently has 6 active estate guides on Compare My Build. These range from master-planned communities with parks and schools to boutique land releases, each with their own design guidelines, lot sizes and developer requirements.

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