Described by the state government as one of the most significant land parcels to become available in Adelaide’s southern suburbs in recent years is now on the market.

It will deliver up to 1,000 homes across 68 hectares of greenfield land at Onkaparinga Heights, which is a continuation of investment in the southern suburbs, complementing major residential developments already underway at Noarlunga and undergoing planning at Aldinga.

This release constitutes approximately half of the potential new homes for the area, with an adjacent site earmarked for a further 1,000 homes to be delivered through private development.

Renewal SA has launched a single-stage Request for Proposal (RFP) for a development partner to deliver the homes on the land within the City of Onkaparinga, representing an estimated $750 million in completed market value.

Located 32 kilometres from the CBD, Onkaparinga Heights is close to Seaford Meadows Train Station, bordered by Main South Road and Piggott Range Road, 15 minutes from McLaren Vale and Port Noarlunga beach and close to the Onkaparinga River and national park

Previously part of Hackham and Old Noarlunga, the area was renamed Onkaparinga Heights following a major rezoning in early 2023, which transformed 235 hectares of Rural Land into a Master Planned Neighbourhood Zone.

Renewal SA is seeking experienced development partners with a shared vision for the area, one that prioritises housing diversity and community value.

SA Water is developing detailed design for water networks that will supply the development and is engaging with its construction partners ahead of work starting in the third quarter of 2025.

It will work with the successful developer on the construction of specific water infrastructure to further service the development. The utility is also currently exploring wastewater infrastructure solutions, with preliminary designs underway.

Renewal SA will be seeking a target of 20% affordable housing, to be sold through HomeSeeker SA or delivered via a Community Housing Provider. Proposals integrating aged-care and innovative housing types are also encouraged.

More information is available on the Renewal SA website.