Candela Ivanhoe apartments now open for buyers to experience

Candela Ivanhoe apartments now open for buyers to experience
Joel RobinsonSep 29, 2026CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION

After years of planning, design and construction, Candela has opened the doors to its completed Ivanho​e ap​artments, giving buyers their first opportunity to walk through the residences and experience the project as a finished building.

The boutique 58-residence development at 40 Upper Heidelberg Road has been completed ahead of residents moving in from October, bringing into focus some of the features that have shaped Candela from the outset: spacious apartment layouts, considered design, abundant natural light and a rooftop terrace with exceptional views for entertaining, relaxing or enjoying the sunset.

The project comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom bespoke apartments including select loft-style townhomes. No two residences are alike, with each individually conceived to reveal its own distinctive layout, architectural detailing and design features.

The result is a collection of beautifully designed homes, each with its own character, originality and sense of style. It’s a must-see experience to appreciate the design quality.   

Across the residences, the design centres on openness and privacy, with layouts intended to maximise light and create a natural transition between indoor and outdoor areas. Full kitchens feature Miele appliances, while natural ventilation and private living zones are incorporated into the broader design approach.

The development has also achieved an average 7.5-star NatH​ERS energy rating.

Cafés, shops, schools, parklands and public transport are within walking distance, with Ivanhoe and Darebin train stations among nearby transport options.

The address carries a Walk Score of 90 out of 100 classifying it as a “walker’s paradise" where daily errands can be completed without the need of a car.

The milestone comes with Candela already predominantly sold to owner-occupiers. Around 90 per cent of purchasers to date are owner-occupiers, with the development attracting a mix that includes downsizers, families, young professionals, and other buyers planning to make Candela their home.

With only a select number of residences remaining from $649,000 at one of Ivanhoe’s most significant new residential addresses, buyers can now inspect the completed development and purchase with complete confidence.

Joel Robinson

Joel Robinson is the Editor in Chief at Apartments.com.au, where he leads the editorial team and oversees the country’s most comprehensive news coverage dedicated to the off the plan property market. With more than a decade of experience in residential real estate journalism, Joel brings deep insight into Australia’s evolving development landscape.

He holds a degree in Business Management with a major in Journalism from Leeds Beckett University in the UK, and has developed a particular expertise in off the plan apartment space. Joel’s editorial lens spans the full lifecycle of a project, from site acquisition and planning approvals through to new launches, construction completions, and final sell-out, delivering trusted, buyer-focused content that supports informed decision-making across the property journey