9/81 Clarence Street

Beautifully renovated and elevated on the first floor of a solid 1970s building, this two-bedroom apartment presents an exciting step into a sought-after pocket, with larger-than-expected proportions, natural light throughout, and finishes that far exceed its era. For first-home buyers ready to stop renting, or investors chasing a high-demand suburb with lifestyle pull, the offering here is hard to ignore. Hybrid timber floors run continuously through the living spaces, adding warmth underfoot, while the living area opens directly onto a tree-lined balcony that pulls the outside in. The kitchen has been fully renovated with stone benchtops, Smeg cooking appliances and a Bosch dishwasher, allowing room to dine in and a north-facing outlook. Terrazzo tiles lift the chic bathroom whilst offering a nod to its roots, which features excellent storage, washing machine facilities and a separate toilet. Both bedrooms include mirrored built-in robes, and the main bedroom enjoys a treetop aspect that adds a quiet, leafy quality to mornings. Split system heating and cooling runs to every room, undercover parking is included, and storage is generous throughout. Positioned minutes from Elsternwick Village, Hawthorn Road supermarkets, parks, local beaches, and multiple public transport options, there's not much this stylishly presented home doesn't cover.