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Iconica at a glance
Iconica is Meriton's twin-tower beachfront development at 152 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, on the Gold Coast. The towers rise 51 and 77 storeys and were designed by DBI Architects. Apartments are now selling from $1,421,000 for a two-bedroom residence, and completion is staged from late 2027 into 2028.
For anyone searching for Iconica on the Gold Coast, the Meriton tower and Iconica Surfers Paradise are one and the same address, directly on the foreshore opposite the patrolled sands. This guide covers pricing, the floor plans by level and aspect, the two resident amenity levels, the location and the contract points worth reading before you sign. Current availability is on the Iconica project page.
Iconica pricing and floor plans
The schedule below comes from our Iconica listing and reflects Meriton's current price list. Prices within each configuration vary with level, aspect and size.
Bed / bath / car 2 / 2 / 1Area 92 to 107m²
Bed / bath / car 2 / 2 / 1Area 107 to 146m²
Bed / bath / car 3 / 2 / 1Area 120 to 192m²
Bed / bath / car 3 / 2 / 2Area 168 to 189m²
Bed / bath / car 4 / 3 / 2Area 150 to 213m²
| Configuration | Bed / bath / car | Area | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedroom | 2 / 2 / 1 | 92 to 107m² | $1,421,000 |
| 2 bedroom | 2 / 2 / 1 | 107 to 146m² | $1,804,000 |
| 3 bedroom | 3 / 2 / 1 | 120 to 192m² | $2,089,000 |
| 3 bedroom | 3 / 2 / 2 | 168 to 189m² | $2,440,000 |
| 4 bedroom | 4 / 3 / 2 | 150 to 213m² | $3,250,000 |
The two-bedroom entry point starts from $1,421,000. Two-bedroom plans run from 94m² to 130m² in total on the higher and mid levels, and Apartment 109 on Level 1 reaches 175m² with 49m² of external space facing east to the Pacific. Two-bedroom plans with a multi-purpose room sit at 108m² and 145m², with the multi-purpose room suited to a study or media space.
The three-bedroom plans on the oceanfront side run from 126m² to 132m² in total, with the Levels 6 to 34 plans facing east to the Pacific Ocean and the Levels 49 to 75 plans facing north-east over the ocean and the Surfers Paradise skyline. Four-bedroom residences are listed from $3,250,000.
Views, levels and aspects
Iconica's plans are spread across a tall range of levels, so the same two-bedroom type can sit low in the tower or far above the Esplanade. The south-east two-bedroom plans on Levels 6 to 20 are 106m² in total, the same plan continues on Levels 7 to 31 at 105m², and higher plans on Levels 54 to 75 reach 130m² with 19m² of balcony. The 94m² two-bedroom plans start on Level 47 and continue to Level 75, facing south-east on the lower of those levels and west toward the Nerang River and hinterland sunsets above Level 52.
Aspect is the main way the plans differ, so it is worth reading each plan alongside its level range:
- East: direct Pacific oceanfront, on the three-bedroom plans and Apartment 109
- South-east: ocean and the Burleigh coast, on most two-bedroom plans between Levels 6 and 75
- North-east: ocean and the Surfers Paradise skyline
- South-west: Broadbeach skyline and river, on Levels 47 and 48
- West: Nerang River and hinterland sunsets, from Level 52 upward on the two-bedroom plans
The three-bedroom plans carry one car space in the listed configurations, and the larger three-bedroom and four-bedroom residences come with two. Car space numbers differ by configuration, so confirm what is attached to a specific lot in the contract.
Floor-to-ceiling acoustic glass and sheltered balconies frame these outlooks, and the plans separate the bedroom wings from the central living areas. Where a lot is on your shortlist, ask the sales team for the exact level, aspect and balcony size before comparing prices.
Interiors and resident facilities
Kitchens are fitted with 20mm Cosentino stone benchtops, bespoke polyurethane joinery and integrated BOSCH appliances that carry a five-year warranty. Layouts are open-plan, with the larger plans adding a dedicated multi-purpose room.
Resident amenities are arranged over two levels:
- Level 6: an oceanfront outdoor infinity pool, a heated spa, sun decks and a shaded barbecue pavilion
- Level 45: a wellness level with a 20-metre indoor pool, a spa, a sauna and a gym
The Level 6 pool is oceanfront-facing, while the Level 45 wellness level sits much higher in the tower. Together they give residents a sheltered outdoor deck for the afternoons and an indoor pool and gym that can be used in any weather.
At street level, an open-air retail and dining colonnade faces The Esplanade, so cafes and restaurants are at the base of the building.
Location on The Esplanade
The Surfers Paradise North G:link station is the closest transport stop, and the Cypress Avenue station is also within walking distance. These are measured distances from Iconica:
- Surfers Paradise North G:link Station: 50m · 1 min walk
- Cypress Avenue G:link Light Rail Station: 500m · 6 min walk
- Cavill Avenue G:link Station: 1.1km · 3 min drive
- Thomas Drive Chevron Island Village: 1.0km · 2 min drive
- HOTA (Home of the Arts) Parklands: 1.6km · 3 min drive
- The Southport School (TSS): 1.7km · 3 min drive
- Surfers Paradise State School: 2.4km · 4 min drive
- Australia Fair Shopping Centre: 3.0km · 5 min drive
- Pindara Private Hospital: 4.0km · 7 min drive
For a wider view of the suburb, read our guide to residential Surfers Paradise.
Meriton as developer and builder
Meriton was founded in 1963 by Harry Triguboff AO and is both developer and builder of its projects. It has delivered more than 80,000 apartments across Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra and the Gold Coast. Its Surfers Paradise work includes the 76-storey Ocean tower on the beachfront.
Our guide to vetting a developer before you sign lists the checks worth making on any off-the-plan project, including the builder's delivery record and the contract's completion terms.
Buying at Iconica: contract, costs and finance
Completion at Iconica is staged from late 2027 into 2028, so the contract sets the dates that apply to each lot. The sunset clause and your rights if completion runs late are explained in our guide to off-the-plan sunset clauses. For transfer duty on a new apartment, see our guide to Queensland off-the-plan stamp duty concessions.
Body corporate levies are estimated from $1,150 per quarter, and the figure for each lot is confirmed in its disclosure statement. Meriton also lists a finance offer through Meriton Property Finance: a 4.75% fixed rate for two years at up to 90% LVR. Check the current terms and eligibility with Meriton and with your own broker before relying on it.
Before you exchange, ask your solicitor to read the contract, the disclosure statement and the budget for the building. To compare Iconica with other Surfers Paradise and Gold Coast projects, speak with our property specialists, who can send the price list and floorplans and arrange a time with the Meriton sales team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much are apartments at Iconica Surfers Paradise?
Prices at Iconica start from $1,421,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment. Two-bedroom plans with a multi-purpose room start from $1,804,000, three-bedroom apartments from $2,089,000 and four-bedroom residences from $3,250,000. Prices vary with level, aspect and size, so check the project page for the current schedule.
When is the Meriton Iconica completion date?
Completion of Iconica is staged from late 2027 into 2028. The contract for each lot sets the dates that apply to it, along with the sunset clause that governs what happens if completion runs late. Ask your solicitor to review those dates and the disclosure statement before you sign the contract.
Where is Iconica in Surfers Paradise?
Iconica is at 152 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, directly on the foreshore opposite the beach. The Surfers Paradise North G:link station is 50m away, about a one-minute walk, and the Cypress Avenue station is 500m away. Australia Fair Shopping Centre is 3.0km away, about a five-minute drive.
How many storeys is Iconica and who designed it?
Iconica has two towers of 51 and 77 storeys, designed by DBI Architects and developed by Meriton. The glass-wrapped towers hold two, three and four-bedroom residences, with select plans including a multi-purpose room. Apartments in the plans listed run up to Level 75, with ocean outlooks on the east and north-east sides.
What facilities does Iconica have?
Iconica has two resident amenity levels. Level 6 has an oceanfront outdoor infinity pool, a heated spa, sun decks and a shaded barbecue pavilion. Level 45 has a wellness level with a 20-metre indoor pool, a spa, a sauna and a gym. An open-air retail and dining colonnade faces The Esplanade at street level.
What are the body corporate fees at Iconica?
Body corporate levies at Iconica are estimated from $1,150 per quarter. The levy depends on the lot, and each lot’s figure is confirmed in its disclosure statement along with the body corporate budget. Our team can send the disclosure documents for the lots you are comparing, and your solicitor can review them before you sign.
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Jayden Barta
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