Seven brand-new Melbourne apartments and townhomes within 450m from a train station
Reducing your commute by living near a train station does not only make life convenient but it may increase the value of your property.
Melbourne apartments near train stations are becoming great investments for homebuyers seeking to add a premium to their new property.
In Sydney, this premium was recorded at an average of 4.5 per cent for homes within 400 metres of a station, according to a study analysing rail projects between 2000 and 2014.
Urban takes a look at seven brand-new, off-the-plan properties that sit within 450 metres of a train station.
1. Chelsworth, Ivanhoe
Developer: Bensons Property Group
92 metres from Darebin Station
Chelsworth, a collection of 50 modern apartments in two-bedroom configurations is located just 92 metres from a train station.
The BG-Architecture designed development is a one-minute walk from Darebin Station.
Apartments at Chelsworth offer a sophisticated design, featuring smart and versatile floor plans, custom cabinetry and secure basement parking.
2. Chronicle, Armadale
Developer: Bensons Property Group
200 metres from Armadale Station
Another Bensons Property development, Chronicle is strategically located a three-minute walk from Armadale Station.
Set on the highly sought-after High Street, the development offers excellent connectivity and is complemented by a vibrant fashion and lifestyle retail destinations.
Each three-bedroom apartment, designed by CHT Architects, presents an elegant aesthetic with a focus on detail and generous storage
3. FiftyTwo Black, Brighton
Developer: PB&Co
290 metres from Middle Brighton Station
Situated 290 metres from Middle Brighton Station, FiftyTwo Black is the peak of luxury and convenience.
Comprising only five crafted residences, furnished exclusively in Ralph Lauren Home, this property features handcrafted brass feature balustrades, marble flooring and iconic Ralph Lauren chandelier lighting.
Just a three-minute walk from the station means residents are a stroll away from Church Street, the shopping, dining and entertainment capital of Bayside.
4. Prospect Apartments, Box Hill
Developer: R&F Property
300 metres from Box Hill Station
Set to become a modern landmark of the domain, Prospect’s location is arguably the finest in Box Hill – within arm’s reach of a culturally rich dining scene, leading educational facilities, hospitals, shopping centres and public transport.
Residents are located nearby Box Hill Central, Coles and a range of lifestyle and entertainment offerings.
The tower also includes a range of communal amenities, including a pool, a gymnasium, an outdoor entertainment and barbecue area, and an expansive dining room and kitchen.
5. Canvas, Brunswick
Developer: ID_Land
350 metres from Jewell Station
Cut to fit into the mosaic of Barkly Street, Canvas’ façade pays homage to Brunswick’s industrial past.
These spacious apartments are located just 350-metres from Jewell Station, a quick five-minute walk away.
The apartments also boast no gas connection, making them 100 per cent fossil fuel free, while communal gardens, rooftop rain water and solar PV offsetting makes sustainable living easy.
6. Ballarat Street, Brunswick
Developer: Assemble
350 metres from Brunswick Station
The current factory site at 4 Ballarat Street, Brunswick will be converted by architecture firm Fieldwork to home 171 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments.
Assemble’s rent-with-the-option-to-buy apartment development is located four minutes from Brunswick Station and boasts a range of convenient resident amenities.
These include a multi-purpose workshop, crafts space, communal laundry, barbeque area and rooftop pavilion.
7. Omnia, Moorabbin
Developer: Shenfield Property
450 metres from Moorabbin Station
Designed by Roger Brayshaw Architects and delivered by Shenfield Property, this collection of brand-new residences defines modern comfort.
Located in the thriving community of Moorabbin, convenient transport options are abound, placing you into the Melbourne CBD within 25 minutes.
Moorabbin Station is just a six-minute walk away, while park frontage, inspired design and a diversity of layouts makes Omnia one not to miss.