The Smarter Way to Deliver High-Performance* Custom Projects

The cost of a custom project in Melbourne varies based on site conditions, design complexity, approvals, and construction costs, but expect prices to range from $25,000-$35,000 per sqm. At Little Fish, we provide a full feasibility assessment to ensure you get accurate cost projections and the best value. For broader industry benchmarks, you can also refer to the Archicentre Australia Building Cost Guide.

A custom home build in Melbourne typically takes 12 months, depending on project size, design, approvals, and builder availability, but builder delays can extend the timeline. With our developer-first approach, we streamline approvals, tendering, and construction oversight to deliver faster, more efficient outcomes.

Volume builders offer standardised designs with limited flexibility, while custom builders create homes tailored to your needs. At Little Fish, we manage the entire project from start to finish. This includes feasibility, approvals, competitive tendering, and construction oversight. Unlike builders, we take a full-picture approach, ensuring better planning, lower risk, and higher value.

Look for transparent pricing, strong builder relationships, and full project management. We don’t lock you into one builder. Instead, our property development consultant runs a competitive tender, ensuring you get the best builder at the best price, with no surprises.

We ensure cost control through detailed feasibility assessments, competitive tendering, and full project oversight. Unlike builders who quote for just the build, we manage the whole picture, reducing risk and maximising value to ensure your project stays on track.

Financing depends on your project type and structure. We work closely with specialist brokers who can provide tailored finance solutions to support your custom project, whether it’s a dream home, dual occupancy, or townhouse development.

Unlike builders who focus only on construction, we take a holistic, developer-first approach, managing feasibility, approvals, competitive tendering, and full project execution.

• More control: We run a competitive tender process to secure the right builder at the best price without sacrificing quality.
• Stronger cost management: We oversee every stage of the project, reducing risk and avoiding budget blowouts.
• Faster timelines: Builders prioritise our projects, meaning fewer delays and faster approvals.
• Better outcomes, less stress: A fully managed, strategic process delivers a higher-value, lower-risk result.

The result? A seamless, cost-efficient project with smarter decision-making at every step.

No, we can help you find and secure the right site through our property buyers agent service. Our team conducts a detailed feasibility report and perform due diligence to ensure the land aligns with your project vision, budget, and development potential. If you already own land, we assess it to maximise its value and viability before moving forward.

Yes. Whether it’s a dual occupancy design, knock down rebuild, or townhouse development, we optimise site yield, secure the best builder, and project manage everything to ensure your project runs smoothly.

A custom home build with Little Fish includes:

• Design & planning approvals
• Fixed-price builder tenders
• Project management from start to finish
• Construction oversight with no budget surprises

Unlike many builders who only quote for construction, we handle everything upfront, ensuring no hidden costs.

Yes, our process ensures full customisation while keeping your budget, feasibility, and ROI in mind. We guide you through design, approvals, and execution to create a fully tailored outcome that meets your goals.

We do both. If you need land, we can help you find and assess the right site. If you already have land, we manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring optimal design, approvals, cost-efficiency, and construction oversight.

We manage projects across all of Greater Melbourne, from high-end inner-city builds to larger multi-unit developments in growth areas. If you have a specific location in mind, we’ll assess its suitability and potential for your project.

The first step is a free strategy call. We’ll assess your vision, site (if applicable), and project feasibility, then map out the best approach to ensure a high-value, low-risk outcome.

Our process includes:

• Feasibility & Due Diligence: Assessing site potential and costs.
• Design & Approvals: Managing permits and optimising for value.
• Competitive Tender Process: Finding the best builder at the right price.
• Project Execution: Overseeing construction and ensuring quality.

The result? A streamlined, cost-efficient project with maximum ROI.

If selling your townhouses is part of the plan, we can handle the entire sales process. Plus, all clients gain access to our exclusive property development network, connecting you with thousands of like-minded developers and a wealth of resources and insights.