Building long-term wealth through property

Helping investors navigate the market with research, data and carefully selected opportunities.

Our Story

Strategic property advice built around research

Cartesian Property was founded on a simple belief: property investment decisions should be driven by research, not speculation.

As a boutique advisory, our team combines decades of experience across property development, investment strategy and advisory services to identify opportunities where the numbers genuinely stack up, and to guide clients through every stage of the investment journey.

Even our name comes from clear thinking. Cartesian is a nod to René Descartes, whose coordinate plane turned guesswork into geometry. We apply the same discipline to property: finding the right coordinates for your investment strategy.

Our Mission

Clear, research-led advice

To deliver clear, research-led property investment advice that helps clients identify quality opportunities and build long-term wealth with confidence.

Our Vision

A new standard in property advisory

To set a new standard in property advisory by helping investors navigate the Australian property market with clarity, strategy and trusted expertise.

How We Help

How we help investors

Through a research-led approach, we identify high-quality property opportunities and guide clients through every stage of the investment journey.

Contemporary residential investment property

Property Investment Advisory

Strategic property opportunities backed by market research and long-term fundamentals, from portfolio planning through to acquisition.

Property Development Advisory

Strategic guidance for development projects, covering site selection, builder engagement and project coordination.

Property Funds

Exposure to property without direct ownership, through structured fund opportunities with licensed investment partners.

Cartesian advisors walking a client through a new property

Our Approach

Property investment guided by research and strategy

Every recommendation we make is informed by market research, economic indicators and long-term investment fundamentals.

Unlike many property marketers, we operate as an independent advisory. Our focus is not on selling property, but on helping you identify opportunities that align with your strategy, financial structure and long-term wealth goals.

Research-led investment strategy
Access to off-market opportunities
Independent property advisory
No client fees
45+ years industry experience
End-to-end investment guidance

Our Research Criteria

How we assess every opportunity

Before recommending any property, we assess it against a disciplined set of quantitative and qualitative criteria. This framework removes emotion from decision-making and ensures we only present high-quality opportunities.

Core Driver 01

Rental Yield

How much income a property generates relative to its value. Strong yield supports cash flow and helps you manage holding costs while building a portfolio.

Aerial view of growing Melbourne suburbs

Core Driver 02

Capital Growth

The increase in a property's value over time. Long-term wealth is primarily built through capital growth, so our research focuses on locations positioned for sustained appreciation.

Criteria 01

Amenities

Proximity to transport, shopping, medical facilities and green space drives both rental demand and long-term value growth.

Criteria 02

Demographic

We analyse the balance of renters to owner-occupiers, employment profiles and household incomes to find areas where demand stays strong.

Criteria 03

Housing Supply

We track current stock and the future development pipeline to find markets where demand outpaces supply.

Criteria 04

Design

Fixtures, fittings, layout and inclusions must support long-term value and rental appeal. We only recommend properties from established builders.

New apartment development near the Melbourne skyline

Criteria 05

Expenditure & Employment

Government infrastructure investment, private development and job creation are among the strongest indicators of future property performance.

Why Brand New

Why we focus on brand-new property

Building a new investment property offers several advantages over purchasing established. Here is how they compare:

Brand NewEstablished

Stamp Duty

Paid on the land value only when building

Payable on the total purchase price

Warranty

6-year statutory and structural warranty

No warranty

Depreciation

Claimable on all fixtures and fittings

Limited

Rental Yield

Higher rents, lower maintenance, stronger cash flow

Lower rents, higher maintenance, weaker cash flow

Negative Gearing

Higher depreciation, greater tax benefits

Lower depreciation, reduced tax benefits

Timeframe

Built and settled in 6 to 9 months

Settlement typically within 3 months

Your Investment Journey

A clear path from first conversation to settled property

Every property journey is unique, shaped by your goals and circumstances. This is how a typical journey with Cartesian unfolds, structured so every base is covered.

Phase 1 · Discovery & Strategy

Fact Find

We start with your goals, financial position and timeframe. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Property Proposal

We research and present opportunities matched to your strategy, with clear analysis behind each recommendation.

Phase 2 · Contracts & Delivery

Contracts & Documents

Your expression of interest and contracts are prepared and reviewed alongside your advisory team.

Building & Settlement

We manage milestones through the build and settlement, keeping you updated with progress at every stage.

Phase 3 · Management & Review

Property Management

We connect you with trusted property managers to protect your asset and secure the right tenant.

Annual Review

We review your investment every year, across capital growth, rental yield and your circumstances, so your strategy stays on track.

Why Work With Us

Why investors choose Cartesian

We combine research, strategic thinking and deep industry relationships to help you make confident investment decisions.

Strategic Location Selection

We analyse market data, growth indicators and location fundamentals to identify areas with strong long-term investment potential.

Experienced Advisory Team

Our team brings decades of experience across property investment, development and advisory within the Australian property market.

Clear & Transparent Advice

Property investment can be complex. We simplify the process with straightforward advice and clear insights into rental yield, cash flow and capital growth.

Access to Off-Market Opportunities

Through our relationships with developers, builders and financial professionals, we provide access to opportunities that are not widely advertised.

“Sohrab and his team go above and beyond to ensure that you have the best options based on your needs and preferences. Simply give these guys an email or call, you will be well looked after!”

Ross UrsinoCartesian client

Our Team

Meet the team behind Cartesian

The people and experience supporting our clients at every stage of the investment journey.

Sohrab Anwari

Director

Sohrab leads the research function at Cartesian, working with first-time and experienced investors to build long-term wealth through carefully researched opportunities.

Craig Gemmill

Director

Craig brings more than three decades of experience across residential construction and development, including founding Gemmill Homes, one of Western Australia's most respected builders.

Mark Wright

Board Member

Best known for winning BBC's The Apprentice in 2014, Mark has built a reputation for scaling businesses and advising organisations on growth and strategy.

Steve Davies

Board Member

Steve brings decades of experience across residential construction, building services and trade operations, with a perspective shaped by multiple market cycles.

Patrick Mullaney

Research Analyst

Patrick sources and researches investment opportunities, ensuring every property recommendation aligns with each client's strategy and goals.

Anthony Doan

Property Research Analyst

Anthony produces clear, concise research and analysis, assessing market conditions, location fundamentals and emerging opportunities for the advisory team and its clients.

Sevda Karaosmanoglu

Project & Communications Manager

Sevda coordinates communication across projects and stakeholders, ensuring clients remain informed throughout the advisory and project process.

Hiba Bisha

Educated with a degree in Civil Engineering. Empathetic and direct, Hiba supports and guides clients throughout the entire process.

Vinay Krishnan

Educated with a degree in Radiology and Medical Imaging. Friendly, detail-focused, and brings an infectious energy that makes the whole experience enjoyable.

Our Partners

Our industry network and partners

Our advisory network includes some of Australia's most respected builders and developers, allowing us to source high-quality opportunities across multiple locations and project types.

Let’s Talk

Exploring your next big opportunity?

Our team works with investors to assess opportunities, navigate complex decisions and approach property investment with clarity and confidence.

1430/1 Queens Road,
Melbourne VIC 3000