Local Property Collective

Po box 168 ormeau QLD 4208
  •   5   (7 reviews)

Meet the team

Get to know the property manager at Local Property Collective .

Melissa Steedman
Melissa Steedman

Business Development Manager

melissa@lpcgoldcoast.com.au
About Melissa
Home means something different to me these days. After spending the last few years raising my two young children, I’ve come to realise a home is so much more than a property. It’s where birthdays are celebrated, little feet race down the hallway on Christmas morning and life’s biggest moments quietly unfold. That perspective is a big part of what brought me back to real estate. With more than 15 years of experience across real estate, property management, leasing and business development, my focus today is helping property owners and investors across Ormeau Hills, Ormeau, Pimpama and the entire Northern Gold Coast feel confident about their investment property and the people looking after it. As Client Experience Coordinator at Local Property Collective, I work closely with landlords from the very beginning – whether they need an honest rental appraisal, advice on the local rental market, help finding the right tenant, or simply want a second opinion on their current property management. Having lived and worked in the Northern Gold Coast community my entire life, local knowledge means a lot to me. I understand how quickly our rental markets can change and the difference that genuine local insight can make to an investor’s outcome. But great property management is about more than achieving the right rent. It’s about protecting an owner’s investment, communicating proactively, staying ahead of issues and treating both owners and tenants with respect. I genuinely love the relationship side of real estate. No hard sell. No pressure. Just honest advice, local knowledge and a conversation when you need one. I’ve always believed that while houses are built with bricks, great real estate is built on relationships. So, whether you own an investment property in Ormeau Hills, Ormeau, Pimpama or elsewhere across the Northern Gold Coast, and are considering renting your home, or simply want a second opinion on your rental return, I’m always happy to have a chat. One conversation. One relationship. One property at a time.

About us

Local Property Collective was founded on a simple but powerful belief — real estate should feel personal, connected, and genuinely local. The name itself reflects exactly what we stand for. “Local” represents our deep roots within the Northern Gold Coast community — not just working here, but living, investing, and being part of the neighbourhoods we serve. “Property” is our craft — delivering strategic, high-performance sales campaigns designed to maximise outcomes. “Collective” speaks to collaboration — bringing together experience, insight, and a network of buyers and sellers to create opportunities that simply wouldn’t exist otherwise. This is not a volume-based model. It’s a considered, boutique approach where every property is treated with purpose, and every client relationship is built on trust, transparency, and results. Led by a proven track record of success, Local Property Collective is backed by industry recognition including: Top Agent 2025 – Ormeau Hills – realestate.com.au Agent of the Year 2026 – Ormeau Hills – RateMyAgent These accolades aren’t just milestones — they represent consistent performance, client satisfaction, and a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes in a competitive market. At its core, Local Property Collective is about more than property. It’s about people, place, and delivering results that move with the market — and ahead of it.

Our reviews

  5  
7 reviewsacross 2 different locations, showing 6.
Landlord review
Excellent experience!!!
5 days ago
Excellent experience!!!

We had such a wonderful experience with Local Property Collective and cannot thank Melissa enough for everything she did for us. From the beginning, Melissa went above and beyond. She was always friendly, professional and happy to help, and she kept us updated throughout the entire process. She genuinely went the extra mile for our family and made everything feel easy and stress-free. We are extremely happy with the service we received and would highly recommend Melissa and Local Property Collective to anyone looking for an agent who truly cares about their clients. Thank you, Melissa, for making our experience such a positive one!

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
Landlord review
Outstanding Property Manager – Melissa Truly Goes Above and Beyond!
7 days ago
Outstanding Property Manager – Melissa Truly Goes Above and Beyond!

Melissa is an exceptional property manager who genuinely goes above and beyond for both property owners and tenants! Her professionalism, dedication, communication and attention to detail are second to none. It's refreshing to have someone like Melissa who truly cares about the properties she manages while ensuring both owners and tenants feel valued, supported and heard. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Melissa. Her proactive approach, reliability and willingness to go the extra mile make all the difference. It's rare to find someone who takes such pride in their work and consistently delivers such a high level of service. I couldn't recommend Melissa highly enough! She's an absolute pleasure to deal with, and we're incredibly grateful for the care and dedication she puts into everything she does. A true asset to the Local Property Collective!

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
Landlord review
This is not just a job it’s passion at its best, Above and beyond easy transition always a smile
8 days ago
This is not just a job it’s passion at its best, Above and beyond easy transition always a smile

Mel was an absolute pleasure to deal with. She is such a lovely, genuine person who made what could have been a very stressful process so easy and stress-free. We honestly couldn’t recommend this company highly enough. Mel was wonderful throughout the whole experience, and we are so grateful for all her help. Thank you, Mel! We can’t wait to move into our new home! 🏡❤️ That’s the polished version we worked on. 😊

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
Landlord review
Great Service from Mel at Local Property Collective
8 days ago
Great Service from Mel at Local Property Collective

We had a great experience dealing with Melissa from Local Property Collective. When we moved to the Gold Coast, finding a rental for our family was quite stressful. After attending several open homes without much luck, we were lucky enough to meet Melissa. She was friendly, helpful and genuinely interested in helping us find the right home. I still remember her saying, "Just email me, and I can help you." From there, everything fell into place, and we soon found a lovely home for our family. A big thank you to Melissa for making our move to the Gold Coast so much easier. We really appreciate her help and would happily recommend her and Local Property Collective to others!👍

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
Landlord review
After Hundreds of Houses, We Finally Found Our Home
11 days ago
After Hundreds of Houses, We Finally Found Our Home

After looking at what felt like hundreds of houses, countless open homes and plenty of properties that just weren't quite right, we were starting to wonder if we would ever find the one. Then we walked through the doors of our new home, and something just felt different. It finally felt like the place we had been searching for – somewhere we could see our family building memories and making a life together. From the very first open home, the agents made us feel welcome and comfortable. There was no pressure, no awkward sales pitch, just genuine, friendly people who made the whole experience enjoyable. A special mention has to go to Christine Donnelly. Since moving in, Christine has been absolutely fantastic. She's approachable, attentive, genuinely caring and always makes sure we're looked after. It's refreshing to deal with someone who actually follows through and makes you feel valued rather than just another tenant. After such a long search, we're incredibly grateful to have found not only our dream home but also an amazing team of people along the way. If Christine is the standard this agency sets, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. And when the time comes to buy an investment property, I know exactly who we'll be calling!

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
Landlord review
A Real Estate Experience That Feels Like Family
11 days ago
A Real Estate Experience That Feels Like Family

When we first walked into what we hoped would become our dream home, we were fortunate enough to be welcomed by two of the most incredible agents. From the moment we stepped through the door at the open home, we felt completely comfortable. It honestly felt less like dealing with real estate agents and more like chatting with old friends. Once our application was approved, we had the absolute pleasure of dealing with the beautiful Christine Donnelly, and what an absolute gem she is! Christine is everything you could hope for in a property manager and more. She genuinely cares, regularly checks in to see how we're settling in, follows up to make sure everything is going well and makes us feel supported every step of the way. Nothing is ever too big or too small, and no question or concern ever feels like an inconvenience. It's rare to come across someone who makes what can often be a stressful process feel so easy and welcoming. I can honestly say that when the time comes for us to purchase our own investment property, Christine will be my first and only call. I wouldn't hesitate to trust her with it. Thank you for making what was such a big milestone for our family such a positive experience. We couldn't be happier!

Local Property Collective

Local Property Collective

  5   (6 reviews)
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Our rental properties

Local Property Collective has 1 property for rent and rented 6 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

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1E/510 Marine Parade
Biggera Waters QLD 4216
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Fox Ct
Ormeau Hills QLD 4208
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Tillyroen Rd
Ormeau Hills QLD 4208
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Chamberlain Rise
Ormeau Hills QLD 4208
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