What is the KnockDown Rebuild process in Melbourne?
As Australia’s leading builder, Metricon Homes has a range of options for everyone, including first-home buyers, upgraders, downsizers, and investors in Melbourne, Victoria, Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast, NSW, Adelaide, SA, or anywhere across Australia we service. These include home and land packages, [DB1] dual occupancy properties, and Country Living. If you love your address but not your house, a KnockDown ReBuild Melbourne home could be the perfect hassle-free solution for you. When you build a brand new home, we’ll work with you every step of the way to help you find the perfect dream home for you and your family. Our building process includes:
- Choose your home design. All our double and single storey home designs are yours to choose from, subject to suitability for your site. Speak with our design consultants at the very start, visit our display centres, or take a virtual tour of our homes.
- Council approvals. We’ll take a look at your block and speak with you about your property goals. Then we’ll start the process with your local council.
- Site inspection and assessment. While talking to the council, we’ll take a closer look at every square metre of your site, survey your block of land and take soil samples.
- Preliminary contracts. This is where we give you an idea of the costs, including all the site costs.
- Fixtures and features. You’ll get to visit our Studio M Selection Centre in Melbourne or Geelong to make some important design decisions.
- Final contract. When you’re ready to go and we have council planning approval.
- Building permit. We’ll work with your local council.
- Demolition and construction. We can recommend a demolition contractor for your old house, and we’ll build your home.
From here, there‘s only the handover and landscaping to go. And we‘ll leave the gardening up to you. Find out more about our knock down and rebuild process here.
How much does it cost to knock down a house and rebuild in Melbourne?
When it comes to costs, every block of land and house is different. And no two KnockDown ReBuilds are the same. As KnockDown Rebuild specialists in Melbourne, we understand there are a lot of rebuild cost variables to consider. And we’ll let you know upfront, at the preliminary contract stage, what those costs are likely to be. Start by understanding the costs and finance options of building a new home, and get help from our resources such as:
- Mortgage calculators
- Saving tips
It’s always worthwhile for peace of mind to discuss your property and financial goals with your financial advisor and to understand how a KnockDown ReBuild in Melbourne can help you achieve them.
One of the great things about working so closely with Metricon when you build your dream home is that you'll know what you get for the money you pay. When you click on any of our home designs, such as the La Pyrenee, you’ll discover information about:
- Façade. Some designs include multiple façade options.
- Key features. Learn more about the standout features of the home.
- Floor plans. Understand the different ones available with that design.
- Inclusions. Find out what’s included, such as appliances, flooring, heating and cooling, and fittings, and what upgrades you want.
What are the benefits of a KnockDown Rebuild in Melbourne?
Building a brand new home at your existing address is becoming an increasingly popular option for home builders, especially in and around Melbourne where real estate prices are rising. And there’s a range of other reasons as well:
- Budget. You’ll know all your costs before you commit, with no hidden surprises further down the track. You may be able to save on stamp duty costs.
- Stay where you love. Love your address but not your existing property? Build a new house right where you live.
- Brand new home. There’s something special about a contemporary new Metricon home design.
- Space for your family. Build a new home that’s the perfect size for your family today, with room for tomorrow (and maybe even a granny flat).
- Home built for you. Create a home that suits your lifestyle.
- Modern designs and floorplans. Choose our contemporary single and double storey home designs for your KnockDown ReBuild project.
- Removes renovation risk. A new Metricon home means no unexpected costs or hidden problems when you renovate your old home.
- Flexibility. More than 100 home designs to choose from, including sloping and narrow blocks of land.
- Create your style. Choose your own style inside and out, with some help from us.
- Lifetime Structural Guarantee. For total peace of mind during your rebuild journey and beyond.
- Display homes. Visit our display homes to see our award-winning designs up-close, and speak with our sales consultants.
Do you need approval from local council for a KnockDown Rebuild?
Metricon has been working with Australian families to build their dream homes for more than 40 years. We know homes, and we know local councils. That’s why we’ll work alongside you every step of the way regarding your title, local planning laws, and any existing planning overlays to make sure a KnockDown Rebuild process is as smooth as can be.
