A prominent mix-use development site in Robina is expected to draw attention from multiple retirement village providers, as the land is earmarked to provide an opportunity for co-located retirement living and aged care services.

The 4,719sqm lot, which was taken to market last week, adjoins a site recently acquired by Japara Healthcare, who has announced plans to construct a 106 bed aged care facility.

It is also adjacent to the Easy T Centre, a blended retail centre that hosts Spano’s IGA, 30 specialty stores, and includes a medical centre.

Knight Frank agents James Branch and Russell Allison are marketing the site at 46 Scottsdale Drive on behalf of Robina master developer Robina Group, and say the prime infill site is approved under the Robina Central Planning Agreement for 88 two bedroom apartments.

Mr Allison, who is Knight Frank’s Head of Health, Aged Care and Retirement, says he anticipates the majority of enquiry for the lot will stem from the retirement living sector.

“There’s a trend towards co-location of both retirement living accommodation and aged care services, with the idea that people can live in a mature, independent community and then  advance to assisted living without having to move from their neighbourhood,” Mr Allison says.

“This site offers the potential to contribute to such a continuum of care, as the adjoining site is owned by the reputable Japara Healthcare, and there is a multitude of retail, health and medical facilities within easy reach to support the needs of an ageing community.

Robina Group General Manager Hylton Slater says there is a shortfall of aged care and retirement living options in Robina, which continues to attract a large share of Gold Coast City’s ageing population.

“While lifestyle remains a key factor in where people choose to retire, convenience is king, and an increasing number of seniors are looking to live in an area that offers plenty of essential services, as well as entertainment and dining options, within easy reach,” he said.

“Robina is the ideal choice for this demographic, because it is a highly walkable community and, in addition to neighbourhood medical facilities, it is also home to an extensive health precinct including a public and private hospital.

“Robina is at the geographic centre of Gold Coast City, with easy access to the motorway, and it’s a truly beautiful place to live, with plenty of parklands, lakes and walkways.