The Rise of Dual Occupancy
In 2025, dual occupancy properties (two dwellings on one title) and duplexes are increasingly popular for investors, developers, and multi-generational families. They offer higher rental yields, subdivision potential, and solutions to housing affordability in suburban areas.
Contemporary dual occupancy design with separate entrances.
Classic side-by-side duplex offering dual income streams.
Architect-designed duplex blending style and functionality.
Types of Dual Occupancy
- Attached (Duplex): Two homes side-by-side or one in front of the other on one title.
- Detached (Granny Flat): Secondary dwelling (up to 60m² in many states) behind the main house.
- Subdivisible: Designed for future strata/torrens title split into two separate lots.
- Popular in growth corridors near Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney outskirts.
Modern interiors maximising space in dual occupancy designs.
Investment Benefits in 2025
Development Upside: Build now, subdivide later for capital gain.
Family Flexibility: Live in one, rent the other—or accommodate relatives.
Council Rules: Easier approvals in many LGAs to boost housing supply.
Dual occupancy properties delivering superior rental returns.
Key Considerations & Tips
Check council dual occupancy policies (minimum lot size, parking), strata costs if subdivided, and separate metering for utilities. Off-the-plan dual occ packages are common for investors.
Perfect for extended families or savvy investors.
Specialist Conveyancing for Dual Occupancy
Dual occ transactions involve complex plans of subdivision, strata schemes, and multiple settlements if splitting titles.
For fixed-fee conveyancing in Victoria and Queensland—specialising in dual occupancy, duplex developments, subdivisions, and multi-dwelling properties—consider First Class Legal. They navigate the intricacies for successful outcomes.
Unlocking the potential of dual occupancy with expert support.