Gosford penthouse attracts record-breaking $7m bid

A Central Coast penthouse has set a new record for Gosford’s apartment market, selling for $7m.

The whopping sale comes in at almost twelve-and-a-half times Gosford’s median unit price of $563,500.

The record-setting apartment, which spans more than 450 sqm across its indoor and outdoor areas, includes panoramic views across Brisbane Water and The Central Coast.

It is arguably the pick of the litter across the 188 units offered within the Rumbalara Residences complex, which was completed in April of this year.

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The penthouse is part of Rumbalara Residences, completed in April 2025. Picture: Supplied.

Natural stone benchtops, bronze fittings and engineered timber flooring are among the high-quality materials that helped the unit smash the record apartment price for the area.

The apartment’s buyer was an owner-occupier relocating to the region, who was reportedly drawn to the design and convenience of the complex.

Designed by Marchese Partners, Rumbalara Residences is a gated community on John Whiteway Dr that sits on one of the highest sites in Gosford.

The development includes a six-star concierge that provides in-home dining, floral deliveries and pet care as well as dry-cleaning, wellness and beauty bookings and personal errands.

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The apartment’s top floor views were certainly a draw card. Picture: Supplied.

It also includes amenities like a heated outdoor pool, a spa and sauna, a wine-tasting room, golf simulators and a cinema.

Selling agent Nick Hunter of Deicorp Group said the sale “far exceeds any record for an apartment within Gosford” and was “a testament” to the complex.

“Once you step inside the grounds, there is a feeling you get, where life feels easier and the stress of work or the busy city just melts away,” he said.

“You’re surrounded by nature and have access to state-of-the-art amenities and a concierge service that truly puts everything at your fingertips, while only being an hour from Sydney.”

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Golf simulators are part of the array of amenities offered at the gated community in Gosford. Picture: Supplied.

The view.

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A number of projects, totalling more than $1.2bn in investment, are helping reshape Gosford into a growing hub within The Central Coast.

Key projects include a proposed $687m Gosford Waterfront Marina, the University of Newcastle’s $63.8m Gosford campus – opening in 2026 – and the $348m Gosford Hospital upgrade.

A high-speed rail proposal has also been made by the Australian Government, which would connect Sydney and Newcastle in under an hour — with Gosford as a key stop.

The area is continuing to attract big offers and ambitious sales.

Two months ago, a luxury beachfront home in nearby Wamberal was listed with a price guide of $25m.

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The apartment sold for a record $7m. Picture: Supplied.

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