Five properties to consider if you're looking for a home in Melbourne's north
Melbourne's northern suburbs are renowned for maintaining a strong sense of community, with the key to Melbourne north's lasting appeal being a the combination of a laid-back village feel and utmost convenience.
They are ideally placed to take advantage of both the city just a short commute away as well as more local secrets.
Urban checked out five of the hottest developments to consider when looking to buy in Melbourne's north.
1. One Coburg Quarter
Address:11 Urquhart Street, Coburg VIC 3058
One-bedroom residences from $351,000
One Coburg Quarter is a much sought-after address in the Melbourne north suburb of Coburg.
The project, set to be completed in a few months, is being developed by Future Estate and has been designed by architecture firm Rothelowman.
There are only has a limited number of its one and two bedroom apartments left, with residents moving in May after a three and a half year build.
One of the most unique elements of One Coburg Quarter is that it incorporates the bluestone walls which were once part of the Pentridge Prison which once sat on the site.
Residents of One Coburg Quarter will have access to a residents’ bar and lounge with a stone wall built-in fireplace, a kitchen and a library, as well as a sky garden with a barbecue, seating and city views on the top level.
2. Canvas, Brunswick
Address: 272 Barkly Street, Brunswick VIC 3056
Two-bedroom residences from $680,000
ID_Land’s latest Brunswick development, Canvas offers residents a premier home with breathtaking vista's.
Designing a building offering a collection of 62 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, Rothelowman Architects has placed people at the cornerstone of their design.
Located on the building’s rooftop is a variety of communal spaces providing residential amenity and green spaces, with views of Melbourne’s city skyline and parks.
Canvas lies in the heart of Brunswick’s vibrant community with retail hotspots, diverse eateries and bustling bars that are just a short walk away.
3. Verre, Preston
Address: 296 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072
Three-bedroom residences from $815,000
296 Plenty Road, Preston
Located in Melbourne’s Preston, Verre is the latest offering from Wolf&Lamb.
The Chamberlain Architects designed residences are an entertainers’ delight. Large balconies connect the living room to the outdoors and a rooftop terrace offers a space to host friends or relax against the Melbourne city skyline.
Situated in the heart of Preston, Verre is set for completion in early 2022.
One bedroom apartments are available from as low as $385,000.
4. Reflections, North Melbourne
Address: 108 Haines Street, North Melbourne
One-bedroom residences from $360,000
Reflections
Delivered by Revel Development Group, Reflections is a unique opportunity to own a lifestyle in the heart of the highly sought after suburb of North Melbourne.
The Plus Architecture-designed curves combine to shape each balcony frame the outlook to neighbouring Gardiner Reserve, while also creating an individual sense of place for each residence as no two shapes are the same.
Available six days per week for residents, the concierge service will further enhance the convenience and luxurious nature of life at Reflections.
Reflections is also the latest development keeping people connected via convenience with an app for all purchasers to download. Access important information whenever and wherever you require.
On level four, Reflections reveals an expansive residents' garden that gazes out across the treetops to the CBD skyline. Artfully composed by the renowned Jack Merlo Design, the garden features large expanses of grassed space, lush garden beds, covered dining areas and large, circular bench seats, ideal for gathering with friends and basking in the sunset.
5. Trilogy Place, South Morang
Address: 360 McDonalds Road, South Morang
Two-bedroom residences starting from $399,000
Trilogy Place
Delivered by Gibson Property Corporation, Trilogy Place features range from stunning parkland views to solar power integration, with options to add a 10kWh battery storage system and 5kW solar panel array.
The 6 star green townhouse development was constructed in collaboration with Village Building.
Situated just 25 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD, residents can be in the city in minutes, or enjoy the local convenience of the Whittlesea area.
Trilogy Place is within walking distance to Westfield Plenty Valley, Pipetrack Park, Plenty Gorge Parklands, Morang South Primary School, Mill Park Secondary College, Marymede and Parade Catholic Colleges, RMIT, La Trobe University, local supermarkets, and great public transport options.