8/392-396 Little Collins Street

Melbourne VIC 3000

A stylishly renovated period offering in the heart of the city (Fairfax House, circa 1883), this impeccable 2-bedroom apartment combines the classical with the contemporary in a central address of pure prestige. Explore the surrounding neighbourhood with a short walk to the financial district, revitalised Bourke Street Mall, top-ranking universities, Hardware Lane alfresco dining, riverside restaurants, free city trams, and a choice of Flinders Street, Town Hall and Melbourne Central Railway Stations. Market entrants will appreciate the convenience and astute investors can pocket the high returns.Set under soaring 3.7m high ceilings on the third floor, glide across hardwood flooring through spacious open-plan living and dining, framed by exposed brick and a double-hung sash window attracting natural light. A high-quality kitchen is graced with a red-brick splashback, hardwood benchtops, brushed brass tapware, and stainless-steel appliances including a full-sized dishwasher and a 4-burner gas cooktop. Inspiring the most discerning of home chefs, this chic workspace will leave a lasting impression.Both bedrooms are generously sized with the light-filled main showcasing a ceiling fan, exposed brickwork, bench seating, and roomy built-in robes. A pristine bathroom presents as a private spa-like sanctuary, boasting a smartly tiled rainfall shower area and laundry capacity with a stone-topped bench. Comprehensive features include a new split-system heating and cooling unit, double glazing throughout, an oversized sliding barn door, durable carpet, roller blinds, a fully upgraded switchboard, recessed down-lighting, and sleek pendant light over designated dining space.Anchored by Malmsbury bluestone, Victorian-era Fairfax House was designed by Twentyman & Askew Architects in the Italian Renaissance style. The low-rise building of just 31 exclusive residences is graced with a grand facade, intercom security, and handy lift access. Arrange a viewing this week!Outgoings:Council Rates: $260.00 per quarter approx.Water Rates: $185.00 per quarter approx.Owners Corporation Fees: $1,314.00 per quarter approx.* Photo identification will be required upon entering the property. Please contact our agent for your personal tour of this home today.