165/488 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053 sold on 20 May 2026 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 20 May 2026 for $370,000

165/488 Swanston Street
Carlton VIC 3053

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Land area: 2783m2
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Property Details for 165/488 Swanston St, Carlton

165/488 Swanston St, Carlton is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 2002. The property has a land size of 2783m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2026. There are other 2 bedroom Unit sold in Carlton in the last 12 months.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
2002
Land Size
2783m2
Local Government
Melbourne
Lot/Plan
165/PS419697

Last Listing description (May 2026)

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 History for 165/488 Swanston St, Carlton, VIC 3053

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$370,000
20 May 2026
  • 20 May 2026
    Sold for $370,000
  • 23 Apr 2026
    Listed for Sale $370,000
  • 13 Mar 2024
    Sold for $350,000
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About Carlton 3053

The size of Carlton is approximately 1.7 square kilometres. There are 9 parks, covering nearly 20.9% of the total area. The population of Carlton in 2016 was 18535 people. By 2021 the population was 16055 showing a population decline of 13.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Carlton is 20-29 years. Households in Carlton are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Carlton work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 23.30% of the homes in Carlton were owner-occupied compared with 18.60% in 2016.

Carlton has 15,938 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Carlton have seen a -12.67% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -15.94% decrease. As at 31 May 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Carlton is $1,468,327 while the median value for Units is $342,973.
  • Houses have a median rent of $895 while Units have a median rent of $560.
There are currently 56 properties listed for sale, and 60 properties listed for rent in Carlton on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 645 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Carlton.

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