509/488 Swanston StreetCarlton VIC 3053
Property Details for 509/488 Swanston St, Carlton
509/488 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 and floor size of 52m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2022.
Last Listing description (May 2026)
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Delivering a wonderful dual level floor plan and located in the sought after Arrow on Swanston complex, this stylish fully furnished two bedroom apartment offers an unbeatable lifestyle on the citys edge, just an easy stroll to both the University of Melbourne and RMIT University.
Perfectly positioned in the heart of Carlton, the property is also moments from Lygon Streets renowned dining precinct, Queen Victoria Market, Carlton Gardens, and Melbournes CBD. With trams at your doorstep, commuting anywhere in the city is effortless.
Inside, the apartment features a functional open plan living and dining area filled with natural light, flowing through to a practical kitchen with ample cabinetry, electric cooking, and generous bench space. The layout has been designed for easy living and is ideal for students, professionals, or anyone wanting a low maintenance city base.
Both bedrooms are well proportioned and come fully furnished, providing a move in ready lifestyle. The central bathroom is modern and well maintained, while split system heating and air conditioning both upstairs and downstairs ensures comfort throughout the year. A private balcony also offers a great place to relax and enjoy the surrounding city atmosphere.
Residents of the complex enjoy access to a range of lifestyle facilities rarely found in apartment living, including a swimming pool, fully equipped gymnasium, sauna, secure intercom entry, and onsite management. Laundry facilities within the building are communal.
Car parking is available within the building subject to availability, with applicable charges through building management. This allows residents flexibility depending on their parking requirements.
With unbeatable access to universities, public transport, restaurants, parks, and Melbournes vibrant CBD, this apartment delivers convenience, lifestyle, and comfort in one of Carltons most popular residential complexes.
Property Features
Fully furnished apartment
Dual level floor plan
Two bedrooms with built in storage
One central bathroom
Open plan living and dining
Functional kitchen with electric cooking
Private balcony
Split system heating and air conditioning upstairs and downstairs
Secure intercom entry
Access to swimming pool, gymnasium and sauna
Inspect today and secure your fully furnished Carlton lifestyle in one of the citys most convenient locations.
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Property History for 509/488 Swanston St, Carlton, VIC 3053
- 05 Feb 2026Listed for Rent $600 / week
- 01 May 2024Listed for Rent $595 / week
- 04 Apr 2023Listed for Rent $600 / week
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0About 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.
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