Bowden

Located 2.5km from the Adelaide CBD on the former Clipsal and Origin Gasworks sites, Bowden is redefining the way people live in Adelaide. It’s about a vibrant community, innovative design, an inspiring urban environment, a commitment to sustainability, and living life to the full.

Encompassing 16.3 hectares, Bowden is connected in every sense. A walkable community with a focus on people, it has been designed to feature shared streets and open spaces to support the existing and future community. Bowden is re-emerging as a vibrant, inner-city destination, where people can live without a car, yet stay connected in every way. Everyday essentials, dining and entertainment options are all within easy reach.

The tram and train are right on Bowden’s doorstep, with the CBD only one train stop away. Walking tracks and bike trails, along with the River Torrens Linear Park trail, make the city, foothills and beach easily accessible.

Sustainability is at the forefront of Bowden, with the project one of the first to achieve a 6-star Green Star Community Rating, with all buildings achieving a 5-star Green Star rating through independent certification via the Green Building Council.

A precinct within Bowden, Renewal SA has held a long-term vision to see the former Brompton Gasworks site remediated and transformed into a vibrant, healthy and active area as part of the Bowden redevelopment.

In 2021, we sought interest from external parties in development options for the site to take advantage of the increased interest we were receiving from both local and interstate parties.

Following an open and public competitive tender process, the highly regarded developer MAB Corporation was selected as the Preferred Proponent for the acquisition, remediation, and development of the historic land parcel.

You can read more about MAB Corporation's vision here and register to receive updates on the Brompton Gasworks site progress and future sales, commencing in 2025.

As the State Government’s first higher-density urban infill project, Bowden reflects our commitment to demonstrating a new urban form and housing choice for people of all incomes and aspirations. It shows how putting people at the centre of design can create places where they are drawn to live, work and play.

Since its launch, Bowden has become a multi-award-winning development that has set new standards for urban design that is truly people-focused. It showcases the benefits of public and private sector working together to produce both an inspiring place to live and strong commercial outcomes for those who invest.

Bowden is 2.5km from the CBD, bordered by the Adelaide Park Lands, and maximises convenience, accessibility and sustainability with outstanding public and active transport links to the city and surrounds.

The project has continued to adapt and change in line with evolving market expectations, bringing new housing forms like Build-to-Rent and the Nightingale Housing model into South Australia.

Renewal SA is currently inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitable development partners, for more information visit development opportunities.

Consistent and meaningful engagement with stakeholders and the local community has been a hallmark of the Bowden project since its inception.

Community and stakeholder engagement will continue to ensure feedback is incorporated. MAB Corporation is committed to ongoing engagement to ensure everyone is aware of what’s happening and can continue to have input throughout the various phases of the project.

Kaurna culture is celebrated throughout the project's streets and reserves, through collaboration between Renewal SA and Kaurna elders of the Kaurna Nation Culture Heritage Association. This includes the creation of an Indigenous native food garden as part of the Wardli-ana Tapa Reserve.

Bowden has a proudly productive history, occupying the former Clipsal and Origin Gasworks sites. The site's industrial heritage is celebrated through adaptive reuse of old warehouses imagined into the retail and event hub known as Plant 3 and 4, which sit at the heart of community connection in Bowden.

The former Brompton Gasworks site will be completely remediated with the removal of significant soil contamination, making it safe for both current residents and future generations. The heritage structures at Brompton Gasworks, including the Chief Street Wall and Retort Houses, will be protected and reimagined into a heritage quarter for retail, commercial, and residential offerings as part of the MAB Corporation project.