Opportunity to secure a premium childcare centre investment

A premium, purpose-built childcare centre in the Melbourne suburb of Ashwood has been listed for sale, offering investors a rare opportunity to secure a long-term, land-rich education asset.

CBRE’s Jimmy Tat and Marcello Caspani-Muto are exclusively managing sale of 465-467 Warrigal Road via an Expressions of Interest campaign.

Located 14km from Melbourne’s CBD and only minutes from Chadstone Shopping Centre, the property enjoys a prominent corner site on Warrigal Road, benefiting from exposure to over 32,000 vehicles daily.

Mr Tat said, “This childcare centre offering combines all the fundamentals of a blue-chip education investment: a leading national childcare service manager, a brand-new facility, a long secure lease, and a prime location with significant underlying land value. In a market where new supply is tightening, this asset stands out as an exceptional opportunity for both private and institutional investors.”

The centre is within walking distance of Ashburton Primary School and is surrounded by five primary schools, underlining the strong demand for early learning services in the area.

The property is fully leased to Ashburton Early Learning, backed by the highly regarded Early Learning Management (ELM) Group which manages over 95 centres nationally with strong occupancy.

The centre is secured by a brand-new 15-year lease, with four further options extending potential tenure to 2060. The annual net income is $442,000 plus GST, with fixed 3.5% annual increases, providing investors with a reliable and growing income stream.

Mr Caspani-Muto added, “The 1,976sqm landholding on a high-exposure corner, coupled with the strength of the ELM covenant, positions this property as a standout in the current market. The combination of secure income, future rental growth, and significant land value underpins long-term investment confidence.”

The Expressions of Interest campaign closes at 2pm AEST on August 21, 2025.