Just completed &amp; ready to move in, Melbourne Grand offers stunning city views &amp; outstanding living experience rising 58 storeys above the CBD. Just a short walk to Queen Vic Market, Southern Cross Station &amp; Flagstaff Gardens.

SPACIOUS CITY HOMES

<ul>
	<li>Designs up to 115m2 with high ceilings</li>
	<li>Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows opening to tiled balconies</li>
	<li>Many living areas have study nooks with a built-in desk</li>
	<li>Gourmet kitchens with Miele oven, gas cooktop &amp; rangehood</li>
	<li>Plenty of smart storage for all your belongings</li>
</ul>

OUTSTANDING FACILITIES

<ul>
	<li>Entire 10th floor dedicated to resort-style facilities</li>
	<li>Indoor pool, gym &amp; yoga studio</li>
	<li>Residents’ Lounge</li>
	<li>17-seat luxe theatre</li>
	<li>Coffee bar</li>
	<li>Banquet room</li>
</ul>

AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPER 
Melbourne-owned and operated. Buy direct from Central Equity, with over 33 years experience delivering outstanding homes in this city. 
&nbsp;

Just completed &amp; ready to move in, Melbourne Grand offers stunning city views &amp; outstanding living experience rising 58 storeys above the CBD. Just a short walk to Queen Vic Market, Southern Cross Station &amp; Flagstaff Gardens.

SPACIOUS CITY HOMES

<ul><li>Designs up to 115m2 with high ceilings</li>
	<li>Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows opening to tiled balconies</li>
	<li>Many living areas have study nooks with a built-in desk</li>
	<li>Gourmet kitchens with Miele oven, gas cooktop &amp; rangehood</li>
	<li>Plenty of smart storage for all your belongings</li>
</ul>OUTSTANDING FACILITIES

<ul><li>Entire 10th floor dedicated to resort-style facilities</li>
	<li>Indoor pool, gym &amp; yoga studio</li>
	<li>Residents’ Lounge</li>
	<li>17-seat luxe theatre</li>
	<li>Coffee bar</li>
	<li>Banquet room</li>
</ul>AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPER 
Melbourne-owned and operated. Buy direct from Central Equity, with over 33 years experience delivering outstanding homes in this city.

Melbourne Grand - 560 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

<ul>
	<li>Award-winning design: 2019 Apartment Complex of the Year (HIA Victoria)</li>
	<li>Floor-to-ceiling windows optimising panoramic city views and natural light filled interiors</li>
	<li>High quality amenities and communal spaces 
	 
	PLEASE NOTE: Our display office is currently open only at 151 City Rd, Southbank. Please enquire to arrange an appointment here 7 days.</li>
</ul>

Welcome to a stunning new 52-level tower, where spacious apartments are complemented by exceptional 
resident facilities, in the heart of Southbank. 
 
Just completed and ready to move in, these all-new apartments offer:

<ul>
	<li>Generous sized open plan living and dining areas with reverse cycle heating and cooling</li>
	<li>Spacious bedrooms with mirrored built-in-robes</li>
	<li>Gourmet kitchen with stone bench-tops &amp; stainless steel Miele cooktop, oven, range hood and microwave</li>
	<li>Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout with motorised blinds</li>
	<li>Euro-laundry including washing machine and&nbsp;dryer</li>
	<li>The exclusive Southbank Horizon Club on the 41st floor where residents can enjoy lounges, dining area, 14 
	seat luxe theatre and landscaped rooftop BBQ terrace</li>
	<li>Additional wellness facilities on the 9th floor including an indoor pool, gym, yoga studio and landscaped BBQ terrace</li>
</ul>

A world of Melbourne culture awaits at your doorstep! Shop, dine,&nbsp;stroll and sip&nbsp;your way through the best selection of shops, restaurants and parks. Plus, you&rsquo;ll be just minutes away from local&nbsp;primary and secondary&nbsp;schools, as well as tertiary options such as RMIT and Melbourne University.

PLEASE NOTE: Photos shown were taken June 2019. Views subject to change over time. Any furniture shown 
is for indicative purposes only and not included in sale. Any floorplans shown are subject to change and do not 
form any part of the contract of sale. Any dimensions shown are approximate. &nbsp;Any dimensions shown indicate 
the approximate total titled area. Views shown above are indicative only and may be from a higher or lower level.

<ul><li>Award-winning design: 2019 Apartment Complex of the Year (HIA Victoria)</li>
	<li>Floor-to-ceiling windows optimising panoramic city views and natural light filled interiors</li>
	<li>High quality amenities and communal spaces 
	PLEASE NOTE: Our display office is currently open only at 151 City Rd, Southbank. Please enquire to arrange an appointment here 7 days.</li>
</ul>Welcome to a stunning new 52-level tower, where spacious apartments are complemented by exceptional 
resident facilities, in the heart of Southbank. 
Just completed and ready to move in, these all-new apartments offer:

<ul><li>Generous sized open plan living and dining areas with reverse cycle heating and cooling</li>
	<li>Spacious bedrooms with mirrored built-in-robes</li>
	<li>Gourmet kitchen with stone bench-tops &amp; stainless steel Miele cooktop, oven, range hood and microwave</li>
	<li>Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout with motorised blinds</li>
	<li>Euro-laundry including washing machine and dryer</li>
	<li>The exclusive Southbank Horizon Club on the 41st floor where residents can enjoy lounges, dining area, 14 
	seat luxe theatre and landscaped rooftop BBQ terrace</li>
	<li>Additional wellness facilities on the 9th floor including an indoor pool, gym, yoga studio and landscaped BBQ terrace</li>
</ul>A world of Melbourne culture awaits at your doorstep! Shop, dine, stroll and sip your way through the best selection of shops, restaurants and parks. Plus, you’ll be just minutes away from local primary and secondary schools, as well as tertiary options such as RMIT and Melbourne University.

PLEASE NOTE: Photos shown were taken June 2019. Views subject to change over time. Any furniture shown 
is for indicative purposes only and not included in sale. Any floorplans shown are subject to change and do not 
form any part of the contract of sale. Any dimensions shown are approximate.  Any dimensions shown indicate 
the approximate total titled area. Views shown above are indicative only and may be from a higher or lower level.

Southbank Place - 60 Kavanagh Street, Southbank

PLEASE NOTE: Our display office is currently open only at 151 City Rd, Southbank. Please enquire to arrange an appointment here 7 days.

Southbank Grand - 151 City Road, Southbank

The team at Urban rounded up the top 5 properties perfect for those looking to buy in the City of Melbourne.

Watch the video to learn more about stamp duty savings and the fantastic amenities you could live minutes from.

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Learn more about the listings mentioned in the video:

<h2>MELBOURNE SQUARE</h2>

The design focus by Cox Architecture centred on creating a community where a resident's every need could be met within a short walk. Southbank VIC has access to some of Melbourne's most dynamic activity zones: the arts precinct, Yarra River, sporting venues and park network. At the Melbourne Square residential towers, you will be a convenient short distance from the renowned Crown Casino, as well as much more amenity the suburb of Southbank VIC has to offer.

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<h2>MELBOURNE GRAND</h2>

Melbourne Grand is recently completed &amp; ready to move in, Melbourne Grand offers stunning city views &amp; outstanding living experience rising 58 storeys above the CBD. Just a short walk to Queen Vic Market, Southern Cross Station &amp; Flagstaff Gardens.

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<h2>ESCALA NEWQUAY</h2>

A great range of lofts, apartments and SOHO’s are still available. MAB Corporation is proud to present Escala Newquay – an eclectic collection of innovative lofts, stylish apartments and home offices designed by Six Degrees Architects.

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<h2>EAST TOWER, MELBOURNE QUARTER</h2>

Find the perfect work-life balance at the residential Melbourne Quarter’s East Tower, Flinders Street. Melbourne, Australia is famous around the country for its great food, culture, and retail. The Melbourne Quarter Tower building location bridges the gap between Melbourne’s central business district and the thriving South Wharf, Docklands, and Port Phillip Bay.&nbsp;

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<h2>ENCOMPASS</h2>

Encompass Carlton Fitzroy is at the centre of everything.&nbsp;Located at the corner of Elgin and Nicholson Streets, Encompass delivers bright and spacious 1, 2 &amp; 3 bed apartments with generous balconies and exclusive resident amenities. 50% have already sold!&nbsp;

Living spaces at Encompass are open and bright, and encourage the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Every apartment incorporates a paved terrace or balcony, opening off the living area.

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The team at Urban rounded up the top 5 New Developments with residences perfect for those looking to buy in the City of Melbourne.
Watch the video to learn more about stamp duty savings and the fantastic amenities you could live minutes from.

urban.com.au

Urban’s Top 5 Melbourne Property Picks for First Home Buyers | Video

The Melbourne developer Central Equity are offering a special event at their recently completed, award-winning apartment development, Melbourne Grand.

Their <a href="https://melbournegrand.com.au/event">Open House tours</a> will take prospective buyers through eight of their completed sky-high&nbsp;apartments in the Lonsdale Street tower which won the Apartment Complex of the Year (over $20m) at HIA Victoria&#39;s 2020 awards.

It will cover one, two and three bedroom apartments, giving buyers a chance to see what the living experience is like inside the tower&nbsp;designed by high-profile architects Guilford Bell + Graham Fisher and built by Multiplex.

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The event, only running from May 20 to May 30, will also tour the impressive resort-style facilities which cover the whole 10th level.

They include an an indoor pool, gym and yoga studio, residents&#39; lounge,&nbsp;banquet room and coffee bar, as well as&nbsp;a 17-seat luxury theatre.

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Central Equity have also invited a guest mortgage broker to answer any buyer questions.

Apartments start from just $489,000 for a one bed apartment.

The tour will conclude just a month before the Victorian Government pull the plug on the stamp duty concessions, which are set to expire June 30.

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Investors and owner-occupiers can save up to $26,000 on stamp duty if they secure an apartment before the deadline.

The apartments, which feature&nbsp;a 7.2 star average energy rating, span up to 120 sqm and feature high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows with motorised blinds.

<a href="https://melbournegrand.com.au/event">Enquire to book your spot</a>&nbsp;at Melbourne Grand&rsquo;s Open House event.

The event, only running from May 20 to May 30, will also tour the impressive resort-style facilities which cover the whole 10th level.

Joel Robinson

Central Equity to offer buyers Open House Tours of award-winning Melbourne Grand

Melbourne apartment values are approaching a $600,000 median after posting further one per cent gains across April, according to property data firm CoreLogic.

The gains followed a 2.1 per cent jump over March and 1.2 per cent across February, taking their rolling quarterly growth to four per cent.

Apartment values in the Victorian capital have been rising since October. They started the year with a $577,206 median. Now the median is at $599,234.

The main gains across the last six months or so across the country&nbsp;have been found in the housing&nbsp;sector, which is expected to taper off as the growth has been deemed &quot;unsustainable.&quot;

And that growth is likely to give a shot in the arm to the more affordable apartment sector.

CoreLogic&#39;s&nbsp;research director, Tim Lawless, says the pace of capital gains in the housing market could slow further over the coming months as inventory levels rise and affordability constraints dampen&nbsp;demand.

&ldquo;The slowdown in housing value appreciation is unsurprising given the rapid rate of growth seen over the past six months, especially in the context of subdued wages growth. With housing prices rising faster than incomes, it&rsquo;s likely price sensitive sectors of the market, such as first home buyers and lower income households, are finding it harder to save for a deposit and transactional costs.&rdquo;

&quot;There is already some evidence of fewer first time buyers in the market, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics reporting a -4.0% fall in the value of first home buyer home loans through February, the first drop since May last year.

<h2>Melbourne apartments and townhouses to secure at less than the growing median</h2>

Melbourne Grand

Price - Two bedroom apartments for $569,000.

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One of Melbourne&#39;s most recently completed towers is the $470 million Melbourne Grand, developed by Central Equity.

They had Multiplex deliver the 58 level high-rise apartment building which won the 2020 HIA Victorian Apartment Complex of the Year award.

High-profile architects Guilford Bell + Graham Fisher designed the 646 apartment block at 560 Lonsdale Street, standing some 200 metres above street level.

One bedroom apartments are priced from $489,000, two beds from $569,000 and three bedroom apartments from $869,000.

Sky Garden, Glen Waverley 
 
Price - One bedroom apartments from $498,000

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Developed by Golden Age, Sky Garden is the latest mixed-use development in Melbourne&rsquo;s Glen Waverley.

Featuring over 4,000 sqm of internal and external facilities, the development boasts an affordable&nbsp;entry price of just $498,000.

Features include a sky garden, private cinema, gym, heated lap pool and private library.

Apartment values in the Victorian capital have been rising since October



May 2021: How did Melbourne apartment values perform over April?

The ongoing&nbsp;surge in home financing and purchasing as well as the rebound in home prices is being driven by a combination of record low mortgage rates, home buyer incentives and economic recovery.

This trend&nbsp;has been led&nbsp;by the enormous surge in first home buyer lending which soared to record highs due primarily to incentives like the HomeBuilder Grant and other FHB stimuli like stamp duty discounts.

Urban has&nbsp;taken a look at which suburbs have been the most popular among first home buyers in Q1 2021.

<h2>1. Footscray</h2>

Live City 
Address: 124-188 Ballarat Road,&nbsp;Footscray&nbsp;VIC 3011 
Two-bedroom apartments from $460,000

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The new masterplanned community, Live City, comprises 208 residences spread across 14 floors, delivered by developer R&amp;F Property Australia.

Set to deliver over 1,400 apartments across eight buildings, the&nbsp;Footscray&nbsp;project brings together a fully-integrated, mixed-use community that’s thriving with character and history.

Designed by&nbsp;Elenberg Fraser, each residence features floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interiors and an abundance of natural light.

It is the most affordable development on this list with a one bedroom abode available from $350,000.

<h2>2. Keysborough</h2>

Haven Townhomes 
Address: 42 Homeleigh Road, Keysborough VIC 3173 
Three-bedroom townhouses from $675,000

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For those First Home Buyers with a family, or seeking something larger Haven Townhomes has been very eye-catching with affordable and stylish three and four bedroom townhomes on offer

Brought to you by Aultun Group, the development was designed by&nbsp;Cera Stribley Architects.

The Haven estate encompasses a variety of two storey floor plans with the option of choosing a house and land package, or an&nbsp;off-the-plan&nbsp;purchase.

Situated surrounded by thriving wetlands and meandering walking trails, each of the 59 Haven Townhomes are in a prime position for stunning views, access to nature and world-class&nbsp;amenities.

It is set for completion in December 2021.

<h2>3. Southbank</h2>

Melbourne Square 
93-119 Kavanagh Street, Southbank VIC 3006 
Two-bedroom apartments from $642,000

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OSK Property are the group behind the&nbsp;boutique collection of homes at&nbsp;Melbourne Square.

Featuring four distinct themes, it has been architecturally designed by&nbsp;Cox Architecture, with interiors by designer&nbsp;Sue Carr, creating flawless spaces which make the most of the spectacular city views on offer.

Each bedroom boasts a stunning view&nbsp;via floor-to-ceiling glazing, plus the master suites offer a unique panoramic&nbsp;city vista.

Set for completion in mid 2021, amenities include a full-line Woolworths and other shops as well as resort-style facilities including pools, sauna, spa, gymnasium and a yoga room.

<h2>4. Brunswick</h2>

Canvas 
Address: 272 Barkly Street, Brunswick VIC 3056 
Two-bedroom residences from $680,000

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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.

<h2>5. Melbourne</h2>

Melbourne Grand 
Address:&nbsp;560 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 
One-bedroom apartments from $489,000

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Winner of the HIA Victorian apartment complex of the year for 2020, the Melbourne Grand has its one-bedroom apartments starting from $489,000.

The 652-unit project, developed by Central Equity, offers generous living areas, ample storage and luxuries like a&nbsp;fully-equipped boutique cinema, state-of-the-art gymnasium and swimming pool.&nbsp;

With an entire tenth floor dedicated to resort-style facilities,&nbsp;Melbourne Grand offers an outstanding living experience rising 58-storeys above the CBD.

Designed by Guildford Bell and Graham Fisher Architects, the development features an indoor pool, gym and yoga studio, residents’ lounge and 17-seat luxe theatre.

A coffee bar and banquet room also provide the ideal setting for entertaining family or friends.

The ongoing market surge has been primarily led by FHB's. Check out the suburbs they've been searching in

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Urban’s top suburbs for VIC first home buyers in Q1 2021

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Opulent in finish and enviable in location, these Chelsea Avenue residences capture breathtaking uninterrupted views including due North to the Surfers Paradise skyline and over the majestic blue waters of the South Pacific Ocean.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank?utm_source=sms&amp;utm_medium=sms" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank-e313aead709db5634e88bb71dfcffbca.jpg?itok=U9FhXY_q" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Superb appointments and contemporary elegance are features of these exclusive residences that take centre stage in the heart of Broadbeach.

Epicureans will appreciate the Smeg appliances and quality fixtures and fittings in the crafted stone kitchens, while ample bench space and generous storage perfectly marry style with function.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank?utm_source=sms&amp;utm_medium=sms" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank-64762f301894b1b18545e53300203852.jpg?itok=iqGNFp_D" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Intelligent architecture, custom joinery and superior finishes go further to create the perfect open plan living environment.

Enjoy the extension to your apartment in the tranquil two-level recreation deck. This is a residents-only haven that stitches together architecture and nature to create a leafy green backdrop to the enchanting apartments above.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank?utm_source=sms&amp;utm_medium=sms" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/southbank-place-60-kavanagh-street-southbank-6d69daaa6df7545ad269a5b9347d91dc.jpg?itok=eGnUc4tu" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Resort inspired, Opus’ open-air pool presents a dazzling blue diversion set against a beautifully landscaped yoga lawn while the many green areas offer a variety of indulgent options like contemporary sun lounges or a casual dining experience in the BBQ area. Keep fit all year round in the fully equipped gymnasium or relax in the exclusive residents lounge. This truly is an address that provides endless amenity all at your doorstep.
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Enjoy the tranquil and vibrant beach lifestyle in the heart of Broadbeach

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Developer Central Equity have completed their award-winning residential Melbourne CBD tower Melbourne Grand.

They had Multiplex deliver the 58 level high-rise apartment building which won the 2020 HIA Victorian Apartment Complex of the Year award.

High-profile architects Guilford Bell + Graham Fisher designed the 646 apartment block at 560 Lonsdale Street, standing some 200 metres above street level.

Apartments are still available in the completed building. One bedroom apartments are priced from $489,000, two beds from $569,000 and three bedroom apartments from $899,000.

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One of Melbourne Grand's most impressive feature is its exclusive Lonsdale Club located on Level 10. The Lonsdale Club is dedicated to exclusive resident facilities including a lounge, banquet room, coffee bar, theatre, indoor pool, sauna, gym, yoga studio, BBQs and an outdoor area.

Part of the project saw one of Melbourne’s oldest buildings restored. The heritage-listed neighbouring 556 Lonsdale Street was constructed between 1855 and 1878 and was integrated into the Melbourne Grand development.

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“We are thrilled to deliver this landmark high-rise apartment tower for Central Equity whilst simultaneously helping preserve some of Melbourne’s history with the restoration of 556 Lonsdale Street," Graham Cottam, regional managing director of Multiplex Victoria said.

Work on the Melbourne Grand project spanned two years and nine months commencing in January 2018, and according to Multiplex over 2,400 people worked on site throughout construction.

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Construction challenges included working within the tight confines of one of Melbourne’s busy pedestrian laneways and legal precinct. At the top of the building, the dynamic curved shape of the floorplate required multiple change overs.

The apartments boast spacious living areas, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling, double- glazed windows allowing sweeping views of Melbourne’s CBD. Kitchens include composite stone benchtops, feature lighting, German tapware and Miele appliances.

Melbourne Grand represents Multiplex’s 18th project for developer Central Equity, with the contractor having delivered many of Central Equity’s award-winning residential towers in Melbourne including Southbank Place, Southbank Grand and Southbank One.

 

 

 

 

 
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