CITIC Sydney Strategic Land Investment Fund

Seize a rare opportunity for high returns by capitalizing on land appreciation and positioning for future urban development. Invest in Australian farmland to reap the profits of residential land. Australia recognizes private land ownership, granting perpetual property rights in most regions. The fund targets agricultural land with rezoning potential, enabling significant value appreciation.

The CITIC Sydney Strategic Land Investment Fund (CSSLF03) is a closed-end private equity fund with a 5–10 year investment term, managed by CITIC Australia Asset Management Company (AFSL No. 563801). With a minimum subscription of AUD 100,000, the fund offers a target annualized IRR of 15%–25%.

Fund Advantages

Our fund combines safety, high returns, and professional management to deliver exceptional investment opportunities.

Safety and Capital Preservation

Achieved through Australian farmland’s resilience to market fluctuations, combined with significant land appreciation potential.

High-Value Rezoning

Buy farmland and earn residential land profits through rezoning, offering exponential wealth growth.

Low Entry Threshold

High returns with minimal initial investment, with farmland professionally managed for investor convenience.

Investment Strategy

The fund acquires agricultural land within Sydney’s urban expansion zones, holds it long-term, and facilitates rezoning to residential, commercial, or mixed-use, capturing significant value appreciation.

Strategic Land Selection

Target Sydney’s urban development corridors, focusing on farmland aligned with government planning and infrastructure projects.

Data-Driven Analysis

Leverage technology to analyze land planning data and assign rezoning probability scores, validated by local government planners.

Collaborative Rezoning

Partner with urban planning authorities to expedite rezoning approvals and maximize land value.

Market Opportunities

Sydney’s growing population and land scarcity create a unique investment opportunity, supported by government policies and historical success stories.

Sydney’s Land Supply-Demand Imbalance

Population Growth: Projected to exceed 6.5 million by 2036, with a housing shortage of ~200,000 units.
Land Scarcity: Less than 15% of Sydney’s area is available for residential development.
Policy Support: NSW Government prioritizes land releases in Southwest and Northwest.

Historical Case Studies

Leppington (2019): Land value increased from AUD 4.5M to AUD 32M after rezoning (600%+ premium).
Western Sydney Aerotropolis: Land appreciated at 22% annually over 5 years.
Nar Nar Goon: A 30-hectare farm rezoned to commercial use, valued at AUD 45M.
Rochedale, Brisbane: Agricultural land rezoned to residential, with values rising from under AUD 1M to AUD 6–8M.

Return Projections

Based on historical data and planning policies, the fund projects strong returns, though actual results may vary.

Land Cost (AUD/Hectare)	Post-Rezoning Value (AUD/Hectare)	Holding Period	Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
15,000	150,000 (Residential)	5–7 Years	18%–25%
25,000	300,000 (Commercial)	6–8 Years	20%–28%

Risk and Exit Strategies

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- Policy Risk: Mitigated by engaging former government planning advisors on the investment committee to monitor and influence planning draft revisions.
- Time Horizon Risk: Addressed with a three-year liquidity buffer; select parcels can be leased short-term to maintain cash flow.
- Environmental Assessment Risk: Managed through pre-acquisition screening for soil contamination and ecological restrictions.

Fee Structure

Our transparent fee structure ensures alignment with investor interests, covering all necessary costs while offering unique benefits.

Management Fee

2% annually (based on net asset value, covering government fees and farm maintenance).

Performance Fee

20% of excess returns (above an 8% hurdle rate).

Investor Benefits

Access to farm facilities and activities, including hosting family, friends, or clients for visits and stays.

Suitable Investor Profiles

The fund is designed for investors seeking long-term, high-return opportunities in real estate.

High-Net-Worth Individuals

Aligned with long-term wealth preservation for families and family offices.

Institutional Investors

Seeking real estate alternative assets to hedge inflation.

Overseas Investors

Compliant with FIRB regulations for agricultural land ownership.

Legal and Tax Optimization

The fund is structured to ensure compliance and maximize tax efficiency for investors.

FIRB Compliance

Fund structure adheres to foreign investment regulations (parcels under AUD 15 million exempt from review).

Tax Structure

Utilizes trust structures to defer capital gains tax and optimize land tax thresholds.

Investment Opportunities

The China Railway Australia Fund offers an attractive investment opportunity for investors seeking stable, high-yield returns.

Full Sale

Transfer to major developers or government land banks.

Phased Development

Form SPVs with developers for staged exits.

REIT Listing

Package mature assets into an ASX-listed real estate investment trust.

Pre-Agreed Purchase

Signed intent to sell with China Railway Australia Construction Pty Ltd.

Buyback Guarantee

If land value falls below the initial price after 12 months, the fund issuer will repurchase at 100% to protect investor interests.

Important Disclaimer

This document does not constitute investment advice. Investors must independently assess risks. Land rezoning carries uncertainties, and past performance is not indicative of future results.