Our 14 favourite homes for sale in Victoria right now
By Jacqui Hammerton and Mary O'Brien
Looking for your next home in Victoria? We’ve got you covered.
43 Myrtle Road, Hampton
Steps from Thomas Street South Reserve and its wonderful playground, this pretty house ticks all the family-friendly boxes. The light-filled, open-plan living zone includes a spacious kitchen, cosy fireplace and handy cabinetry. Large glass doors connect to a north-facing deck and pool. A front lounge and plush main-bedroom suite complete the picture. “The pool area is very private,” the agent says.
24 Latham Drive, Portsea
Design fans will be fascinated by this classic 1970s Merchant Builders beach house designed by Graeme Gunn. Close to the back beach, the house offers national park and ocean views. The first-floor family room has oodles of character with a cathedral ceiling, exposed beans and glass doors to a deck. Bonuses include a studio, tennis court and pool.
7 Frank Street, Newtown
This designer home in popular Newtown is a surprise package with modernist vibes. Transformed by architect Blasco Stuart, the floor plan flows through to a sunlit family room with a wall of glass overlooking a pool and patio. The fittings and finishes are impressive, especially in the kitchen and bathrooms. The generous block even has space for a playground.
202/280 Albert Street, East Melbourne
The wow factor here is the soothing treetop view of Fitzroy Gardens. Part of the Eastbourne complex designed by Bates Smart, this apartment offers a well-proportioned living-dining space with sliding glass doors to a balcony. An upscale kitchen, study and communal facilities also tempt. “It’s an 800-metre stroll to the top of Lonsdale Street,” the agent says.
2 Marion Avenue, Brunswick West
Elegant landscaping by Nathan Burkett is integral to this Californian bungalow’s bold extension by Adam Kane Architects, the agent says. “Since COVID, work-from-home spaces and gardens are super-important,” she says. The build is passive-solar, the floor plan is “versatile for any age family”, and the showpiece kitchen, facing a marble staircase, features Venetian plaster, V-groove panelling, integrated appliances and a butler’s pantry.
91A Yarra Street, Williamstown
A stylish modern facade with arched windows introduces this double-brick builder’s-own project. The craftsman approach is guided by local architecture firm Ali Kaddour’s striking design. Curves wrap the suspended wall of a sunken lounge and the kitchen’s cornice, rangehood and marble island bench. The paved barbecue area is a highlight. “There’s lots of detail and it’s well planned,” the agent says.
106 Rowell Avenue, Camberwell
Making brilliant use of its prime mid-sized site south of the junction, this sweet Californian bungalow has formal and casual living zones, a first-floor main-bedroom domain with a study and balcony, and sun-catching decks around a tiled pool. Period features include diamond-leadlight windows, Baltic pine floors and decorative plasterwork, while 11-kilowatt panels and Tesla charging are powerful new additions.
17 Pier One Drive, Patterson Lakes
The private mooring on this lifestyle property’s doorstep could be the clincher for a boating enthusiast. Maximising its waterfront position to deliver fabulous views, the architectural design of four lift-accessed levels employs wall-to-wall glazing, a deck and balconies. We love the chic meshing of industrial materials in the oversized ground-floor bar. “It’s custom-built for the vendor seven years ago with a fantastic level of thought,” the agent says.
12 Corsewall Close, Hawthorn
Corsewall Close precinct has a heritage cachet, with a consistent streetscape of garden townhouses featuring tapestry brickwork, art deco character and English charm. In its quiet cul de sac, behind a pretty porch and front lawn, this semi-detached dwelling is “inviting and warm,” the agent says. A study with a separate entry has been added, and the garage has been converted into a studio.
2 Patricia Street, Keilor East
The serious entertainer has options aplenty at this two-storey house featuring a modern makeover by its father-and-son owners. “They are letting go with sadness,” the agent says. “It’s an amazing position, top of the hill, an entertainers’ dream and incomparable for the area.” Night lighting sets the mood across the pool and elevated deck, the showstopper terrazzo cocktail bar and the theatre room.
62 Summerhill Road, Glen Iris
The words “fully renovated” are music to the ears of a buyer seeking a turnkey family home in this high-amenity area encircled by parkland. The double-fronted, clinker-brick facade with corner windows is a period classic of the suburb. The vendors’ upgrades include a main bedroom with an en suite facing the back garden. Schools, transport and High Street shops are close by.
55 Tanti Avenue, Mornington
The attention to detail impresses in this new two-storey house. The marble-clad kitchen is a winner with an induction cooktop, two ovens, a wine fridge and a pantry. Other standouts include a feature wall with fireplace, a choice of main-bedroom suites, a spa pool and space for a lift or storage. It’s walking distance from Mills Beach and the main street.
53 Harvey Street, Anglesea
Relive your favourite holiday memories at this classic 1970s beach house. The panoramic ocean view sparkles, whether you’re relaxing in the open-plan family room or sipping a wine on the generous balcony. Exposed beams, floor-to-ceiling windows and polished timber floors provide a neutral backdrop. Walk to the beach or shops. “It feels original and unspoilt,” the agent says.
58 Murray Street, Rye
Stroll to the beach from this cute, renovated house on the Blairgowrie border. Cooking is easy in the chic sea-green kitchen with a skylight and stone benchtops. Glass doors link the dining space to a wide deck and garden. The home could work as a permanent home, a getaway or an Airbnb. “It’s a luxurious turnkey coastal haven,” the agent says.
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.