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May 2012

Cool living at Chilla Lane

Chilla

Boutique medium density developers Oz Property Group and AWM DG present their latest project, ‘Chilla Lane’, a premium house and land product providing affordable architecture at an achievable price. Located within the successful master planned Peet development, Kingsford Estate in the rapidly evolving suburb of Point Cook, the Chilla Lane pocket was selected for its position opposite the landscaped park, Kingsford Common and by the water reserve. The Chilla Lane product comprises eight single storey homes with three bedrooms and two bathrooms with double garage and solar hot water. A complete ‘turn key’ offering at just $369,000, it includes all optional extras such as stone bench tops, 2700mm ceilings, air-conditioning, blinds and stainless steel appliances as well as an award winning builder, JG King. The … Continue reading

The Block 2011 Richmond property reduces rent

PO The Block

One of the four Richmond properties on the hit Channel 9 renovation series The Block 2011 is back on the rental market, but with a lower rental asking price. It was the dearest home sold at last year’s auction – the three-bedroom 37 Cameron Street Edwardian cottage, which Josh and Jenna sold for $1 million. Before last September’s auction buyers were given guidance that the property could be expected to fetch between $1,200 and $1,300 per week in rent and came with price hopes of $900,000 to $990,000. It was initially for lease with a weekly $1,250 asking rent last September. Its is now available for rent at $1,100 a week and is listed for rent through Woodwards Carnegie. Its initial asking rent post-auction reflected a 6.3% … Continue reading

Eddie Walsh’s home for sale

Seddon

The family of the late Western Bulldogs fanatic and life-long helping hand, Eddie Walsh, are selling his Seddon home for over $500 thousand. Walsh worked for his beloved football club for 70 years. He started as a secretary of the Footscray thirds, and later as a property steward, although largely as a respected volunteer. The property is set on a huge 591 square metre allotment and enjoys three street frontages, making it an attractive investment for developers. Much like the Bulldog great who called it home, it is a legend of the area and encapsulates the heart and soul of the west. Behind its classic facade, the home includes four bedrooms, one bathroom, and one car space. ”All I can see is red, white and … Continue reading

Huge savings at Flagstone Rise

Flagstone Rise

Homebuyers have the opportunity to secure affordable land at Peet Limited’s Flagstone Rise community, with $30,000 off selected blocks*! The offer extends to homesites ranging up to a massive 2455m2 throughout Flagstone Rise near Jimboomba, and is available to eligible purchasers until 31 May 2012. Construction at Flagstone Rise is also currently underway for the first time in three years, with 26 new homesites currently being developed in the Canopy View precinct – including 14 lots just released to market. These affordable Canopy View B homesites start at just $171,000 and range from 700m2 to 1118m2 – with titles expected in November to give buyers plenty of time to plan their dream home. All purchasers will also have the opportunity to take up a Flying … Continue reading

Pizza Anyone?

Vicki

Set back only one house from Beach Road in Melbourne’s beachside suburb of Sandringham, this town residence is sure to catch the eye of the property savvy and the entertainer alike. The coveted Bayside location is within an easy walk to Bay Road shops and Sandringham train station provides any purchaser a rare and affordable opportunity to live in one of Melbourne’s finest lifestyle suburbs. The bright and sunny townhouse is immaculately presented and boasts an expansive open plan living area adjoining a modern kitchen, separate laundry, powder room, two generous bedrooms, a sparkling bathroom, luxurious sun deck, paved court yard and undercover car accommodation, and some view over Port Phillip Bay. It also comes with a full size pizza oven fit for any aspiring … Continue reading

Artist Dale Frank lists his Hunter Valley retreat

Dale

Hambledon Hill, the two-storey, 30-room 1860s Hunter Valley residence has been listed for sale by artist Dale Frank. Frank is among Australia’s foremost contemporary painters, with a career spanning more than three decades. His works have been most recently exhibited at Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery, Sydney, and Anna Schwartz Gallery, Melbourne.  In 1983 his work was included in the exhibition Panorama della post – critica: critica ed arte at the Museo Palazzo Lanfranchi in Pisa, and in 1984 he was included in the Aperto section of the Venice Biennale. Towards the late 1990s, Frank began experimenting with commercial varnishes and the chemical reactions that occur when certain pigments are added. He’s added a studio to the property – blending with the orginal architecture – in 2008. … Continue reading

A starring apartment

Offspring

The original apartment used for Nina Proudman’s home in the award-winning T.V. series ‘Offspring’ has hit the market for over $800 thousand. Located in the bustling suburb of Brunswick, the top floor warehouse conversion boasts interchangeable spaces with brilliant designer interiors and state-of-the-art features. The two-level apartment includes 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms, streamlined kitchen with Miele appliances, European laundry, a covered balcony, a secure car space and lift access, and stunning views. “Inspection of the property only enhances enthusiasm, whether its watching the sun set from the balcony, or the buzzy feel of the local precincts, or celebrating the quality of the property,” says Agent, Belinda Linday. Did you like this article? Subscribe to RealEstateNews to get updates (it’s free) Sign me up!

A Local Landmark

Landmark

Trevor Baxter, a chartered accountant with Barret Baxter Bye, and his wife Andrea, are selling their home in the Melbourne suburb of Malvern East for over $2.4 million. Named ‘Ingleside’, this impressive residence and local landmark was built in 1929 and features stunning Art Deco and Arts and Crafts detailing throughout. It is set on 1405 square metres of land which includes a former croquet lawn (and flag). The home boasts gracious original elegance through formal rooms, four bedrooms, library with open fireplace, two bathrooms, generous living and dining rooms, and country-style kitchen. It also includes a freestanding recreation room/home office, original servants bells, and a double garage. Did you like this article? Subscribe to RealEstateNews to get updates (it’s free) Sign me up!

Sailing champion to sell in Brighton

Landscape

International sailing champion, Jake Gunther, is selling his home in the Melbourne suburb of Brighton for over $4.9 million. The president of the International Etchells Association, Jake has represented Australia in a number of international sailing competitions and is the Australian Champion of the Olympic Finn Class. He is also the owner of the Bayside property development company, Gunther Developments. Named ‘Cameo’, the magnificent Tuscan styled residence is designed by Edgard Pirrotta in 2002 and features sumptuous formal rooms, relaxed family living areas, a home cinema room, five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a covered al fresco dining area with fireplace, heated swimming pool and spa, a freestanding studio, and a rooftop terrace with bay views. Click here to view listing. Did you like this article? Subscribe … Continue reading

The Block heats up

Landscape

Agents are preparing for a popular series of inspections next month as The Block properties edge closer to completion. Last years The Block series attracted over 25,000 curious observer’s stream through the homes on their first open days, with another 10,000 people on the second day. Sophie and Dale, Brad and Laura, Mike and Andrew, and Dani and Dan have already chosen their separate real estate agents and listings are thought to be available any moment – although images of rooms will be limited to only what has been completed and aired. The Auction date is rumoured to be on 30th June at the site, on the corner of Dorcas and Montague streets in South Melbourne. Prices in the area dictate the homes will be … Continue reading