The rise of luxury inner-city living

For decades, luxury living was defined by space - grand suburban homes, sprawling estates or coastal retreats. But the way people live and what they value in a home is shifting. Around the world, from New York’s Upper East Side to London’s Mayfair and Singapore’s Marina Bay, prestige property is increasingly being found in the heart of major cities, rising above heritage landmarks and cultural precincts. 

What draws people in today is not just location, but lifestyle. The appeal lies in ease and immediacy: stepping out your front door to find restaurants, galleries, theatres, designer boutiques and parklands all within moments. Access, culture, and connection are now as prized as square metres, and new residential projects are redefining what it means to live well in the urban heart. 

Setting a new benchmark in Sydney 

Sydney is evolving in step with this global movement. The city has grown into a true 24-hour hub - a place where people can live, work, dine and play without leaving the CBD. At the forefront of this shift is 111 Castlereagh Street, developed by Cbus Property. 

Rising above the former David Jones department store, a site rich in history, the tower blends heritage character with contemporary design in a way that feels both new and timeless. 

“Rising above heritage and Hyde Park, 111 Castlereagh will stand out on the Sydney skyline, yet feel as if it has always been part of the city fabric,” says Adrian Pozzo, CEO of Cbus Property. 

The development delivers light-filled residences with sweeping views and immediate access to Hyde Park, fine dining, international fashion houses and cultural landmarks. Here, the rhythm of the city becomes part of daily life. 

Living above the city 

The new era of luxury inner-city living is not defined by an address alone; it is about how life is lived. Developments like 111 Castlereagh offer a refined residential experience, where architecture, amenity, and lifestyle intersect seamlessly. 

Residents enjoy more than striking views; they have access to wellness spaces and secluded retreats, designed to restore balance amidst the energy of the CBD. Private lounges, exclusive services, and concierge support elevate everyday living, creating a sense of ease that allows life to flow without interruption. 

It is a rare harmony of energy and calm: morning walks through Hyde Park, afternoons in thoughtfully designed interiors, and evenings dining at some of the city’s most celebrated restaurants - all just steps away. 

A lifestyle reimagined 

With projects like 111 Castlereagh, Sydney is embracing the global trend for prestige city living and shaping it into something uniquely its own. The convergence of space, design, connection and curated amenities reflects a future where living well means living seamlessly within the city fabric. 

For many, this represents more than a home; it is an immersion in the life of the city itself, where the best of urban living is right on your doorstep, and where luxury is defined not by size, but by the richness of experience. 

Take a look at 111 Castlereagh to discover more about this unique development.