668/488 Swanston St, Carlton is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 2005. The property has a land size of 2783m2 and floor size of 33m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2017.
Presenting a rare investment opportunity with elevated city views, this modern style apartment reveals separate living and dining areas, a unique layout and high rental returns, securely leased until July 2019. It s peacefully set on the sixth floor in the XXX security apartment building, an easy stroll to Lygon Street, university, Carlton Gardens, Queen Victoria Markets and a range of local shops, caf s and tram/train transport.
The practical interior features a relaxed dine-in meals area with a cleverly integrated modern kitchen, while a comfortable lounge room opens onto a broad viewing balcony. There are two well-scaled bedrooms, including the main bedroom with built-in wardrobe and a bi-fold plantation window into the living area.
Enviably positioned just outside of the city, this easycare apartment is within only moments of Melbourne s most prized selection of boutique shops, restaurants, parkland and transport.
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 16,058 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Carlton have seen a -12.29% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -13.64% decrease. As at 31 July 2026:
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