Property Of The Week: 2 Lithgow Street, Abbotsford, VIC
An alluring trifecta of superb positioning, style and space.
An alluring trifecta of superb positioning, style and space.
A desirable combination of space, style and sought-after suburb – this townhouse in Melbourne’s Abbotsford is sure to appeal to families looking for city-edge living.
Featuring 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, 2-car parking the two-storey townhouse boasts multiple living zones including a tranquil lounge, light-filled open plan living and dining area and retreat or study.
In the heart of the home is the electric blue entertainer’s kitchen. While it can’t be missed it comes with sleek stone countertops and stainless steel appliances and flows out to the living zones and rear courtyard with alfresco dining area.
The upper level sees the accommodation with the master suite – complete with walk-in-robe, ensuite and private balcony – as well as the two other spacious bedrooms complete with built-in-robes bathroom and bright living area.
Outside the courtyard arrives with a contemporary deck and aforementioned alfresco dining space with synthetic grass for care-free entertaining.
Nearby to North Richmond Railway Station and the CBD minutes away by tram, the Abbotsford location boasts cafes, bars and Yarra walks for an enviable lifestyle.
The listing is with Allan Cove of Biggin & Scott, priced at $1,495,000; bigginscott.com.au
Chris Dixon, a partner who led the charge, says he has a ‘very long-term horizon’
Americans now think they need at least $1.25 million for retirement, a 20% increase from a year ago, according to a survey by Northwestern Mutual
The construction sector is roaring back to life in some Australian states while others languish in the doldrums
The home building market is on the rebound as building approvals rise, new data reveals.
Information from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that the total number of dwellings approved in August was up 7 percent seasonally adjusted, with apartments leading the way.
Private sector house approvals gained 5.8 percent in August while private sector residences excluding houses were up 9.4 percent. This follows on from a decrease of 14.6 percent in July and indicates a solid recovery in the Australian construction sector as the end of the year approaches.
Approvals for total dwellings were strongest in the two largest states, with Victoria recording a rise of 22.2 percent and NSW 12.5 percent. Western Australia also saw a significant rise of 12.3 percent.
In Queensland, the results were less positive for the sector, with total dwelling approvals falling by -26.9 percent. Tasmania also experienced a drop in approvals in August, down -10.1 percent and South Australia -6.9 percent.
Chris Dixon, a partner who led the charge, says he has a ‘very long-term horizon’
Americans now think they need at least $1.25 million for retirement, a 20% increase from a year ago, according to a survey by Northwestern Mutual