Converted ballet shoe factory takes the stage
If this Fitzroy North facade isn’t already pretty as a picture, its gorgeous history since 1900 will have you dancing through the doors. Take a look inside this charming dream home for sale.
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Revamped fishing club HQ casting net for tenant
The real estate agent who bought and revamped the former Footscray Angling Club is looking to lease out the quirky Yarraville building after renovating it. See the transformation.
Famed skipper’s old seaside home sells
Sydney to Hobart champion Grant Wharington sold his Mornington home so he could buy the yacht that went down in racing history; now his old pad has sailed into new hands again.
Industrial style in Brunswick West transformation
This home went from a tired weatherboard to an on-trend haven blending rustic, industrial and contemporary. The owners wanted it to feel like a Brunswick cafe or pub. See the before and afters.
Homestead serves up food for thought
This historic home fronting the Barwon River has a commercial kitchen that paves the way for a hospitality venture in a foodie hotspot.
Funky warehouse conversion a step up
A buyer will need to put their best foot forward to secure this cool Seddon warehouse, which has been stylishly renovated by the creative couple behind a popular shoe brand.
Calombaris opts not to sell Toorak mansion
George Calombaris has abandoned plans to sell his Toorak mansion, going down a different route, as another celebrity chef serves up his own mansion for sale in the exclusive suburb.
Inspections and auctions during coronavirus crisis
Real estate agents are hoping to calm coronavirus concerns by using jazz hands and “boom voices” at inspections and auctions as they try to balance selling homes and keeping crowds safe.
Call for ban on evictions amid coronavirus crisis
Landlords should be banned from booting out tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic to reduce the risk of them, and others, falling ill, Victoria’s leading tenancy legal service says.
Belmont’s sweet treat for buyers
Why investing in strips like High St, Belmont is making more sense for buyers watching interest rates and share market values wane.
Reno sets record price on a tiny block
A timeless renovation and location to popular schools drives this Geelong West property to a record house price.
Gutsy market-bottom buyers ‘very lucky’ with timing
Barely 10,000 people bought a house in the depths of Melbourne’s property market correction last year. But the ABS has revealed those who bought an average pad were $55K ahead by Christmas.
Warne selling pad with nightclub-style basement
Shane Warne is bowling his lavish Brighton home onto the market — and the spin king’s added the ultimate VIP section to the basement of the house that was once owned by Matthew Lloyd.
Armadale house price gains $1m in two years
It was the “ugly duckling” of its blue-chip street, but a sleek transformation has the sellers of this cute Edwardian swanning about with $200,000 more than reserve. See the before and afters.
High-profile house nets buyer in two days
It was love at first sight for local buyers who pounced on a builder’s own home in Jan Juc the moment it hit the market.
Six-way bidding war for renovated character house
First-home buyers dominated the auction of a cute weatherboard home with nothing to do that stole hearts in Manifold Heights.
Developer’s next move for Creek shopping centre
Thousands of residents in Geelong’s booming south are eagerly awaiting the new Armstrong Creek Shopping Centre — and the developers have just entered their next phase as it takes shape.
Newlyweds toast first home in North Geelong
The passing train line was no deterrent as buyers lined up for a chance to get their hands on a partially-renovated character home near Pakington St.
Young families, grandparents head for the hills
Demand for multi-generational homes is surging in the Dandenong Ranges, with old and young benefiting from joining forces once again. This is why extended families are moving back in together.
Growing family beats four bidders on city fringe
An expectant Geelong West couple is kicking goals after trumping strong competition to secure their dream family home opposite Richmond Oval.
Big opportunity at tiny house by the beach
A pint-sized eco house is making waves on the Mornington Peninsula market. The tiny house is mere metres to the beach and costs less than $250,000 — and the sellers say it pays for itself.
Comedian lists sleek shop-top apartment
An A-list line up that would sell out any comedy theatre has graced Nelly Thomas’s Sydney Rd apartment, which she’s now selling after renovating it with help from The Block stars.
Serial renovators strike gold with funky unit
A year after their revamped one-bedder sparked a bidding frenzy, the owners of a Herne Hill property have repeated their winning formula next door.
Early bird catches the worm in Hamlyn Heights
A 6am trek from Portland paid off for a family who travelled to Geelong for the auction of a property with multi-generational benefits.
Newtown character home sets street record
A Geelong family paid a $60,000 premium to become just the third owner of a charming bungalow auctioned on Saturday.
Shock surprise in Melbourne rental
Is the city life worth it? Streamline your morning routine and get to know your housemates far too well at this Port Melbourne pad for rent, where the kitchen and bathroom are one and the same.
Golfer’s paradise takes swing at sale
Brighton Golf Course essentially acts as an extended backyard for this contemporary home. So if a golfer manages to tee up a sale, they’ll be sure to make their mates green with envy.
Park your car in your living room at driver’s dream
With a pool that’s perfectly suited to unpredictable Melbourne weather and a spectacular games room you can drive straight into, this fun-filled home is gunning for Yarrambat’s price record.
Artist brushing off his three-in-one home
Buyers have been warned not to judge this property by its cover — behind the Camberwell shopfront lies the home, art gallery and workshop of an esteemed contemporary artist.
Pub player lists swanky St Kilda pad
The owner of a couple of cool Melbourne hot spots has listed his stylish home, perfect for entertaining with an impressive pizza oven and massive wine cellar. Take a look at the slick reno.
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