165/488 Swanston Street
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An ideal first home or set-and-forget investment, this impressive 2 bedroom apartment offers an abundance of sunlight, vast outdoor space, and the certainty of low maintenance on the very edge of the CBD. Zoned to sought-after University High School, take an easy stroll to city attractions, world-class universities, iconic Queen Victoria Market, Asian grocers, Lygon Street eateries, Carlton Gardens, and the free tram zone. This roomy retreat will be popular so act quickly! Glide across sleek new floorboards through spacious open-plan living and dining, underpinned by a chef-ready kitchen featuring an electric cooktop, microwave, and a fridge/freezer. A sheltered full-width terrace is a welcome alfresco addition, perfect for entertaining with vibrant Swanston Street below. The generously sized and mirror-robed bedrooms are serviced by a central bathroom with a walk-in shower and mirrored cabinetry. Freshly painted from top to bottom, special features include split-system heating and cooling, a tiled entrance, brand-new roller blinds, intercom entry, lift access, shared laundry area, an onsite building manager, and exclusive access to a heated pool, sauna, and a well-equipped gym. Inspect this affordable retreat with the ultimate confidence! Outgoings: Council Rates: $205.00 per quarter approx. Water Rates: $185.00 per quarter approx. Owners Corporation Fees: $1,215.00 per quarter approx. Potential Rental Income: $470 - $500 per week approx. * Photo identification will be required upon entering the property. Please contact our agent for your personal tour of this home today.
Property Details
- Property Type
- apartment
- Listing Type
- Sold
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Listed
- 2 months ago
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Living in Carlton
This 2-bedroom apartment in Carlton, VIC 3053 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 30% below the $525,000 median of 76 comparable apartmentswithin 5 km.
Schools near Carlton
- Carlton Gardens Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
- Carlton Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
- Saints College - BlendED Campusspecial
What's nearby
- Parkville (train) — 672 m away
- Lygon Hairdresser — 1.0 km away
- Argyle Square — 376 m away
- Unnamed — 591 m away
- Unnamed — 785 m away
Carlton at a glance
Full suburb profile- Population
- 16,055
- Median age
- 27
- Household income
- $1,292/wk
- Median rent
- $365/wk
- Median mortgage
- $1,898/mo
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