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1802/16-18 Hughes Avenue, Main Beach QLD 4217

Listed: 27th Jul 2026
Updated: 2 days ago
Overview

Residence 1802 at 'Drift' in Main Beach represents a pinnacle of coastal luxury apartment living, offering an expansive 262 square meters of meticulously designed interior space. The apartment's architecture emphasizes natural light and stunning coastal panoramas through floor-to-ceiling glazing that envelops the open-plan living area, creating an inviting atmosphere that seamlessly connects residents to the spectacular sunset and ocean views.

The chef’s kitchen is a standout with its generous stone island bench that creatively extends onto the balcony, incorporating a built-in gas BBQ to enhance entertaining options. High-end European appliances coupled with a full-sized butler's pantry ensure both function and style, while innovative pocket sliding doors facilitate effortless movement between indoor and outdoor cooking spaces.

The master suite offers a lavish retreat featuring a custom walk-in wardrobe and a deluxe travertine-finished ensuite, emphasizing privacy and comfort. Additional bedrooms each have their own ensuite and built-in robes, combined with a powder room, to accommodate family or guests with ample convenience. The apartment includes a sizable laundry area with abundant storage and a dedicated drying balcony, beneficial for residents with pets.

Health and wellness amenities are a prominent feature of the building, with exclusive access to facilities on level 2 including a heated pool, hot mineral spas, cold plunge baths, steam room, sauna, a yoga and stretching deck, and a well-equipped air-conditioned gym featuring pilates reformer equipment. Residents also have exclusive use of a massage treatment room and a function-capable lounge with kitchen facilities, fostering a community-oriented lifestyle.

  • North-facing orientation on the eighteenth floor maximizes natural light and views
  • Spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom layout with separate laundry
  • Family-friendly entertaining spaces with built-in wine fridges and balconies featuring pocket doors
  • Gourmet kitchen with natural stone surfaces, Miele appliances, and a zip tap in the butler's pantry
  • Master suite privacy enhanced by operable screens
  • Flooring combines coastal oak timber in living areas with soft New Zealand wool carpeting in bedrooms
  • Secure basement parking providing two side-by-side spaces with storage boxes and additional lockup storage on level 1
  • Pet-friendly environment including surfboard storage and dog wash facilities

Situated on Hughes Avenue, this residence is ideally placed within immediate reach of sandy beaches and the vibrant café culture of Tedder Avenue. Its proximity to waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and the Broadwater offers a rare combination of relaxing coastal lifestyle and urban convenience in one of the Gold Coast’s most exclusive precincts.

Local Market Insights

In Main Beach, Quiet Listings observed 81 new apartments entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 113 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $1,424,444. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Apartments at 59%, followed by houses (18%), and units (11%). The most active agency for apartments in the Main Beach area is currently Ray White, representing 35% of new listings, followed by Harcourts with 12%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the property information provided, no guarantee is given. Buyers should independently verify all details, inclusions, availability, pricing, and other relevant information directly with the listing agent before relying on this information.

Change History
Headline When
$5,100,000
Contact Agent
Location
Market Insights for Main Beach QLD 4217
New Listings (last 30 days)
81
Average price
$1,424,444
Lowest price
$239,000
Highest price
$4,950,000
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