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Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate, Retirement Village, Drewvale

209 Illaweena Street Drewvale, QLD, 4116

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Villa

Unit 7, 209 Illaweena Street, Drewvale QLD 4116

  • $750,000

  • 3
  • 1
  • 2

Spacious new villa available with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Enjoy the perfect balance of comfort, convenience and community in Unit 7. Ideally located just a two-minute walk from the community centre, this inviting two-bedroom home places social activities, events and opportunities to connect with neighbours right at your doorstep.

Inside, the home features a bright open-plan living and dining area with a modern kitchen, creating a comfortable space to relax or entertain. Both bedrooms include built-in wardrobes, with the main bedroom featuring a private en-suite, while a second bathroom provides added convenience. A versatile study offers the perfect space for reading, crafts, hobbies or simply enjoying some quiet time.

Step outside to the covered patio, an ideal spot to enjoy your morning cuppa or unwind in the afternoon. Complete with air conditioning, a drying court, secure lock-up garage and a 24-hour emergency call system, Unit 7 offers the peace of mind and low-maintenance lifestyle you’ve been looking for in a warm and connected retirement community.

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*Please note that units within our community are available for purchase only and are not offered as rental accommodation.

 

Property features

  • Open plan living

  • Two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes

  • Two en-suite bathrooms

  • Modern kitchen

  • Air conditioning

  • Drying court

  • Covered patio

  • Secure lock-up garage/carport

  • 24-hour emergency call system

Community amenities

  • Community centre with function room

  • Outdoor heated pool and spa

  • Barbecue area

  • Hot meals at the bistro

  • Tennis court

  • Library

  • Gymnasium

  • Community bus

  • SCC Home Care services available

  • Visiting allied health professionals and hairdresser

Enquire today to book a tour of Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate and see everything this friendly, welcoming community has to offer.

 

About Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate

Located in the peaceful outer suburb of Drewvale, Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate offers a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by beautiful gardens and the natural beauty of neighbouring Karawatha Forest Park The estate provides easy access to Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast, while also being conveniently close to a council bus stop, walking trails, health services and local shopping. Browns Plains Grand Plaza and Homemaker Centre are just a 10-minute drive away, with Southern Cross Care’s Stretton Gardens Residential Care Home conveniently located next door.

 

About Southern Cross Care QLD

Southern Cross Care Queensland (SCCQ) is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross, more than 40 years ago, who saw a need to provide compassionate care and inclusive service to some of the most vulnerable in the community. With a range of Retirement Villages, Aged Care homes and Community Home Care services, SCCQ remains a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to growing communities where best lives are lived.

 

Disclaimer:  Furnishings are for illustrative purposes only

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Property Overview

Snapshot

Number of Dwellings 92
Type of Dwellings Low-Rise Development
Year Established 2009
Minimum Dwelling Price $550,000.00
Maximum Dwelling Price $720,000.00

Location

Property Features

Recreational Facilities

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Community Centre
  • Gym
  • BBQ Areas
  • Library
  • Residents Lounge
  • Indoor Bowls
  • Community Kitchen
  • Pool/Billiards
  • Tennis Court
  • Chapel/Prayer Room
  • Craft Studio
  • Walking Tracks

Amenities

  • Hairdresser
  • Village Bus
  • High Speed Internet

Pet Policy

  • Pet Policy Not Specific

Level of Support

  • 24hr Medical Help (external)
  • Visiting Health Professionals

Garages / Carports

  • 1 Car Garage

Independence

  • Direct Garden Access

Management

  • On-site Manager
  • Residents Committee

Accommodation Type

  • Retirement Village

Contractual Arrangements

  • Leasehold & License

About this Property

Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate

The Community

Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate

Enjoy retirement living at Stretton Gardens Retirement Estate, Drewvale. Bordering the Karawatha Forest, spend your days close to nature in idyllic surroundings. Within a warm, friendly community, friendships will flourish in this oasis in the city.

Retire to nature

Take part in a multitude of social activities or relax in the heated pool or spa. Play a game of tennis or enjoy a book from the library. Perhaps you’d like to work out in the gym before taking in a walking trail in the Karawatha Forest. The lifestyle you desire is right here at Stretton Gardens.

 

Peaceful and picturesque

Choose from two bedroom or two bedroom plus study units, all of which feature modern, open-plan living, paved courtyards, air conditioning and plenty of storage. Plus you’ll have have the peace of mind of a 24-hour emergency call system and residential aged care co-located should your future needs change.

 

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Southern Cross Care (Qld)

The Operator

Southern Cross Care (Qld): Retirement Villages, Aged Care, Costs & Locations 

Last updated: June 2026 
Reviewed by Villages.com.au team 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) is a Catholic not-for-profit provider offering retirement villages, aged care homes and community home care services across Queensland. Here, we will explain Southern Cross Care (Qld) locations, retirement living, aged care, costs and key considerations, helping you compare Southern Cross Care (Qld) communities on villages.com.au. 

About Southern Cross Care (Qld) 

Southern Cross Care Queensland is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross more than 40 years ago. 

The villages.com.au operator page says Southern Cross Care (Qld) operates five retirement villages, thirteen aged care homes and community home care services. 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) should be understood as a mixed retirement living, aged care and home care provider rather than a retirement-village-only operator. 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) Locations 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) listings on villages.com.au are concentrated across Queensland, especially around Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, the Sunshine Coast and regional communities. 

Region 

Example Locations 

Living Options 

Brisbane / Logan / Ipswich 

Edens Landing, Holland Park, Drewvale, Raceview 

Retirement villages, aged care homes and home care services 

Sunshine Coast / South East QLD 

Caloundra, Little Mountain 

Aged care homes and selected retirement village living 

Regional QLD 

Allora, Tara, Taroom, Chinchilla, Murgon, Nanango 

Aged care homes, respite and dementia care 

Availability, bed numbers, dwelling numbers and vacancies vary by listing, so it’s best to check individual villages.com.au pages before enquiring. 

Living and Care Options at Southern Cross Care (Qld) 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) offers retirement villages, residential aged care, respite, dementia care and home care services. 

Option 

Best For 

Notes 

Retirement villages 

Independent seniors wanting village living 

The operator page lists five retirement villages 

Residential aged care 

People who need higher daily care support 

Many SCCQ listings are aged care facilities 

Respite care 

Short-term care or carer relief 

Available at several aged care homes 

Dementia care 

People living with dementia who need specialist support 

Available at several Queensland homes 

Home care 

Older people wanting support at home 

SCCQ also offers community home care services 

Aged care and home care access depends on assessment, eligibility, location and availability. 

What Does It Cost to Live in a Southern Cross Care (Qld) Community? 

Costs depend on whether you are comparing a retirement village, an aged care home or home care services. 

Retirement village costs may include an entry price and ongoing village fees, while aged care costs depend on accommodation type, government assessment and personal circumstances. 

Cost Type 

What It Covers 

What to Check 

Retirement village entry price 

Payment to move into a village home 

Current listing price and contract model 

Ongoing village fees 

Village services and shared facilities 

Amount, inclusions and review process 

Aged care accommodation and care fees 

Residential care accommodation and daily fees 

RAD/DAP options, basic daily fee and means-tested fees 

Home care costs 

Support services delivered at home 

Package level, inclusions and fees 

It’s best to confirm all fees directly with Southern Cross Care (Qld) and seek independent legal and financial advice before committing. 

Lifestyle & Amenities 

Southern Cross Care (Qld) communities differ between retirement villages and aged care homes, so amenities vary by location. 

Villages.com.au listings mention features such as visiting medical services, onsite nursing, 24-hour onsite staff, medical alerts, village buses, licensed bars, walk-to-shops access and walk-to-transport access. 

  • Retirement villages and aged care homes across Queensland 

  • Respite and dementia care in selected facilities 

  • Village buses and medical alerts in selected retirement villages 

  • Onsite nursing and 24-hour staff in many aged care homes 

  • Community-focused, values-based support 

View all villages and aged care facilities of Southern Cross Care (Qld)

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