A long-held vacant site on Hamilton Hill has been placed on the market after Susan and Carlo Lorenti decided not to proceed with earlier plans to build a home on the property.
Hamilton Hill Block Enters The Market
The 810sqm site at 6–8 Dickson Terrace in Hamilton spans two lots with a 20-metre frontage and dual street access. Positioned at an elevated point of Hamilton Hill, it offers views across the river, the city skyline and surrounding suburbs. The land is one of the area’s few remaining undeveloped sites, as surrounding streets are largely made up of completed luxury homes.
Susan and Carlo Lorenti purchased the block in February 2012 as a mortgagee sale. Mrs Lorenti first noticed the property during her regular walking route that year, when the steep incline and clear outlook made the site stand out. The pair planned to build a substantial home, drawn to the hillside location and the changing views throughout the day, including the movement of boats on the river below.
Why The Site Remain Underdeveloped
The couple ran Clayfield Markets Fresh for 29 years while raising their two sons. Their business commitments and family responsibilities meant that building plans were repeatedly delayed.
Their focus remained on operating the business until its eventual sale to Harris Farm in 2020. With their sons now older, the couple has shifted toward downsizing rather than constructing a large residence, prompting the decision to sell the Hamilton site more than a decade after buying it.
Features of the Hamilton Hill Landholding
Property records show the site last traded for $2.9 million in 2012, with an earlier recorded sale of $550,000 in 1987. The land’s configuration allows for either one significant residence or the construction of two homes, subject to approval.
The elevated position provides a vantage point over the city and river, which has been a key selling feature in marketing material.
Sales Campaign Details
Ray White Ascot director Damon Warat is overseeing the campaign. Best offers are due on 10 December at 2:00 p.m. The formal listing highlights the property’s access to recreation areas, Portside Wharf, Racecourse Road and a range of nearby schools, forming part of the appeal for prospective buyers.
The property remains open to interested parties ahead of the 10 December closing time.
Published 9-Dec-2025
