1922 The Gem of Coorparoo - 102 years ago today


Today, 102 years ago, on Saturday, 18th March 1922, the Gem of Coorparoo Estate in Coorparoo was being advertised for sale by public auction on the ground.

The Gem of Coorparoo Map

1922 The Gem of Coorparoo - Coorparoo, Brisbane

The The Gem of Coorparoo was advertised in the local papers on the days leading up to the sale. 

Newspaper Advertisement

The The Gem of Coorparoo covers Eighth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, Sixth Avenue, Fifth Avenue, St Leonards Street.

Google map showing the present day location of The Gem of Coorparoo

Check out the 1936 Aerial view of the The Gem of Coorparoo.

1936 Aerial Photo of The Gem of Coorparoo

1936 Aerial Photo of The Gem of Coorparoo


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Newspaper Advertisement - The Brisbane Courier - Page 10

Saturday, 18 March 1922
This Afternoon
For Sale by Public Auction on the Ground, at 3 o'clock.
The Gem of Coorparoo
Situated on St Leonards Street, adjoining the Convent, and with 3 minutes walk of the Coorparoo tramline and 5 minutes walk of the Coorparoo Railway Station.
About 50 Glorious Residential Sites
In the most convenient spot in the whole of the charming suburb.
Terms: £5 per allotment deposit, balance at the rate of £1 per allotment per month with interest at the rate of 6 per cent per annum.
Call for Plans
Cameron Bros. Auctioneers


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