Lilyfield Project

Modern two-story house with a patio and swimming pool, surrounded by lush trees under a clear sky at dusk.

Project Type - Residential

Construction Type - Alterations & Additions

Council - Inner West Council

Project Date - 2024

Uplift Data

Purchase Price $1.85m

Up-Lifted Market Value* $2.95m

Current Rental Income p/w $925

Up-Lifted Rental Income p/w* $1450 - $1600

Up-Lift Development Cost $0.6m

Equity Created $0.5m

Return on Total Outlay 20.4 %

* valuations are based on comparable properties within the locality with a similar level of amenity, fixtures and finishes.

From Tenant Property to Dream Home. Unlocking $500K in Hidden Value

Up-Lift transformed this federation terrace through meticulous preservation and strategic additions, dramatically improving both functionality and market worth. By carefully balanced heritage elements with modern amenities, we set out to create a sophisticated space that supports family living and remote work.

Modern patio with outdoor seating, sliding glass doors, and a built-in outdoor TV, surrounded by trees and plants.
Modern living room with white sofa, black bookshelf, flat-screen TV, and dining area with black table and chairs, open kitchen with bar stools, and sunlight streaming through large windows.

The Briefing

The owners initially approached us with a rental property generating modest returns. The clients wanted to explore how Up-Lift could transform the aging terrace into both their dream family home and a powerful investment asset. Our comprehensive solution delivered exactly that creating immediate equity, enhancing livability, and positioning the property for exceptional long-term capital growth in one of Sydney's premium markets.

Before Uplift

Configuration: 3 Bed | 1 Bath

Floor Area: 90 sqm

After Uplift

Backyard view of a white brick house with a sloped roof, several windows with bars, and a small outdoor space with plants and bushes, during twilight with a pink and purple sky.
Modern two-story house with outdoor patio, pool, and landscaped yard at dusk.

Configuration: 4 Bed | 1 Bath | Pool

Floor Area: 164 sqm (+74 sqm)

A 3D architectural drawing of a multi-story house with a backyard, showing the house's layout and structure in transparent blue and gray, including surrounding property lines and different yard areas.

What Our Up‑Lift Service Delivered

+$500 k Instant Equity

We unlocked half a million dollars in market value the day the renovation was complete—equivalent to a 20 % ROI. That’s fresh equity you can refinance against, reinvest, or simply bank as capital growth.

$27k‑$35k Extra Rental Income Every Year

Weekly rent jumped from $925 to $1,450‑$1,600, boosting gross annual income by up to 73 %. More cash in your pocket, greater serviceability with lenders.

Built‑In Exit Flexibility

Sell now and realise the gain, or hold and watch the equity compound in one of Sydney’s most sought‑after suburbs. Either way, you control the timing.

Risk‑Smart Approach

Our fixed‑price build and rigorous feasibility modelling protect you from the cost overruns and valuation surprises that erode returns in typical DIY renovations.

Better Returns, Less Guesswork

From first sketch to final hand‑over, Up‑Lift handles design, approvals and construction—so you capture the upside without the stress.

Modern architectural entrance with black vertical panels, an open doorway, white stairs on the right side, and a landscaped area with rocks and plants visible through the doorway.
Isometric architectural drawing of a modern house with outdoor patio, pool, and garden area.
Interior of a modern room with a black desk by a large window showing outdoor greenery, a chair in front of the desk, and dark wall panels.
Minimalist bathroom with beige walls, wooden accents, a floating sink with yellow lighting behind it, a white toilet, and a large mirror reflecting a plant and wooden slats.
Modern interior with a built-in bathtub beneath a large window overlooking a small indoor garden with various green plants, rocks, and wooden slats.