With property prices skyrocketing across Australia, there is no shortage of prestige homes boasting luxury living areas, resort-style pools, and lavish ensuites. However, a new trend is emerging in the realm of high-end real estate: luxury garages designed to showcase and secure prized car collections.
Michael Bacon, Director at Place Kangaroo Point, notes that while luxury garages are somewhat rare, they are increasingly in demand. “It’s a showcase,” he says. “If you have expensive cars in a nice garage, it’s like showing off art in a gallery. You want the correct light, the correct flooring. Privacy and security are very important as well, not to mention insulation, climate control, and charging facilities.”
The Appeal of High-End Garages
The desire for luxury garages is driven by several factors, including the shrinking size of house blocks and the rising cost of construction, which make it challenging for homeowners to budget for a sizeable garage. Despite these challenges, there are clear benefits to having a luxury garage space. “If people are spending a lot of money on a substantial home, they expect a minimum of four to five car parks with enough height for larger cars,” explains Bacon.
Storing cars off-site can be an annoyance, he adds, highlighting the convenience of having vehicles readily accessible. “We’re also seeing people integrate gyms and wellness centers into these spaces—like the property at 55 Stella Place, Bonogin—to create high-end man caves.”
Showcasing Australia’s Most Extravagant Garages
Here is a look at some of the most remarkable garages to hit the Australian property market this year:
160 Tallai Rd, Tallai, QLD
This grand Gold Coast home went viral online, boasting a go-kart track, putting green, basketball court, and a Dragon Tree sculpture surrounded by fire and water. The property includes a nine-car, 230 sqm garage with 52 specialty spotlights, LED logo screens, epoxy flooring, integrated climate control, and a dedicated race simulator room.
190 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport, NSW
Listed for $12m–$13m, this luxurious beach abode features a showroom-quality garage built to house the owner’s Lamborghini collection. The space includes a car lift, a glass ceiling with a pond above, feature lighting, and a bold black color scheme.
36 River Cove Place, Helensvale, QLD
Once known as the Candy Shop Mansion, this property flaunts luxury with a six-car showroom garage featuring tiled floors, picture windows, and glass electronic doors. Additionally, there is a 10-car basement garage for extra vehicles.
1187 High St, Armadale, VIC
This sub-penthouse in the under-construction Heirloom Armadale, priced at $15.25m, includes a basement enclave with parking for five cars, a private gym, sauna, wine cellar, and entertainment area.
55 Stella Place, Bonogin, QLD
Marketed as the pinnacle of luxury, ‘El Fin’ features a nine-car basement garage with hexagon lighting, a lobby, gym, and wellness area with a sauna and plunge pool.
116 Green St, Cremorne, VIC
This secret Ferrari man cave, owned by the late David Jones, houses rare car parts and memorabilia, including a 1972 Ferrari Dino GT and a 1955 MG Roadster.
2124 Maleny-Stanley River Rd, Booroobin, QLD
WildHaven, a 42ha property, boasts a massive 12-bay garage with automated doors, sleek flooring, and built-in cabinetry, alongside a professional gym and home cinema.
465 Randell Rd, Hindmarsh Island, SA
Willawong features a garage with in-house mooring, a concrete boat ramp, and bi-fold doors opening to a pool, deck, and lawn, making it ideal for boat owners.
23 Henderson St, Bulimba, QLD
‘Mosman’ includes an eight-car garage with a Ferrari mural and statement lighting, a yoga studio, and a games lounge with a bar and professional roulette table.
116A Booralie Rd, Duffy Forest, QLD
This sprawling estate offers a 20-car gallery with lift access, a gym, and a home theatre, along with a rooftop helipad for helicopter enthusiasts.
The Future of Luxury Garages
The trend of luxury garages is likely to continue as homeowners seek to integrate more personalized and functional spaces into their properties. With advancements in technology and design, these garages are becoming more than just storage spaces—they are evolving into lifestyle hubs that reflect the owner’s passions and interests.
As the demand for such spaces grows, real estate developers and architects will need to innovate, finding new ways to incorporate these high-end features into residential designs. The luxury garage, once a rarity, is now a symbol of status and sophistication in the world of high-end real estate.
