Growing national developer Time &amp; Place has announced its fifth new apartment development.

With two projects in Manly and two upcoming in Surry Hills and Potts Point, the developer, which expanded beyond Melbourne just a few years ago, is now heading to Mosman. It is planning 53 new apartments on Redan Street.

The 3,233 sqm site, spanning <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/40-48-redan-street-mosman-nsw-2088">40–48 Redan Street</a> with frontage to Redan Lane, is located just under 400 metres from Spit Junction Town Centre. It is reported the developer paid around $100 million for the five-site amalgamation.

Time &amp; Place, founded by Tim Price and backed by James Packer’s private investment firm NPACT, has submitted the project as a State Significant Development through the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

Of the 53 apartments, 42 will be released to the market, with the remaining 11 allocated as affordable housing in line with NSW Government requirements.

fjc Studio has designed the building. In its Design Report, the architect said the diverse mix of dwelling types and sizes, including 11 two-bedroom affordable housing units, 40 three-bedroom apartments, and two four-bedroom residences, will support a broad demographic, including families, downsizers, and key workers.

The development will rise to nine levels, a height encouraged by the NSW Government due to the site’s proximity to Spit Junction, which has been identified as a low- to mid-rise centre. Developments within a certain proximity to these centres are permitted increased height.

fjc said the project “achieves an appropriate density outcome for its setting by balancing increased housing supply with strong amenity performance,” adding that it “makes a measurable contribution to NSW housing supply targets through the delivery of additional dwellings and dedicated affordable housing.”

The new development will replace five existing two-storey homes.

“By aligning with the objectives of the Housing SEPP and applying careful architectural and urban design principles, the development provides high-quality residential accommodation that integrates sensitively within its established Mosman context and delivers enduring benefits to residents and the wider community.”

Mosman has become increasingly popular with developers in recent years.

Developer Abadeen has been particularly active, with Mosman Residences currently on the market and under construction on Clifford Street. It also has an upcoming Burran Avenue project, comprising just three apartments on the Balmoral Slopes, and recently secured the Midas and Honeysuckle nursery site on Military Road.

Prosker Property has a project on Redan Lane, just a few doors down from Time &amp; Place’s proposed development.

Developers including Toohey Miller, DARE Property Group, and WINIM also have projects underway in the area. In 2024, a five-year target was set for the Mosman LGA to increase housing supply by 500 dwellings by 2029.

Time &amp; Place entered the Sydney market with Two Tides, its under construction Manly development. Given its sales success, it has secured another development in the area, more boutique, facing the beach on North Steyne.

They are hoping to launch their redevelopment of The Chimes in Potts Point this year, and next year will look to take to market Marlborough House, an adaptive re-use of the landmark David Jones warehouse in Surry Hills.

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Time & Place to take on Mosman apartment market

Brunswick’s civic heart continues to consolidate around the Merri-bek Arts and Culture Precinct, where a growing cluster of cultural institutions, recreation facilities, and public infrastructure has created one of the inner north’s most defined community hubs.&nbsp;

Within this evolving precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/saxon-street-by-milieu-brunswick-31-saxon-street-brunswick-vic-3056">Saxon Street by Milieu</a> introduces new housing directly alongside the civic anchors that shape daily life in the suburb.

At 31 Saxon Street, the project sits immediately beside Brunswick Baths and within moments of Brunswick Library and Town Hall, longstanding institutions that support both community services and everyday amenity.&nbsp;

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Next door, the newly delivered Balam Balam Place arts precinct has emerged as a central piece of Merri-bek Council’s cultural strategy, bringing together creative studios, exhibition spaces, maternal and child health services, and community programming in a purpose-built civic facility. Together, these destinations have reinforced the surrounding blocks as a focal point for public life in Brunswick.

This part of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick</a> forms a key pocket within the suburb’s designated Major Activity Centre, where long-term planning has prioritised walkability, civic investment, and increased housing supply close to transport and services. The surrounding street network reflects that strategy, with compact blocks, established retail corridors and active transport links supporting a lifestyle that is largely navigable on foot.

Within a few minutes’ walk, Sydney Road delivers one of Melbourne’s most recognisable streets, known for its long-running mix of independent retailers, international dining venues and everyday convenience. Tram routes along Sydney Road provide frequent connections south toward the CBD and north through Brunswick and Coburg, while Jewell Station on the Upfield line sits within roughly a ten-minute walk, offering direct train access into the city.

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Active transport also plays a significant role locally. The nearby Upfield Bike Path forms a key north–south cycling corridor linking Brunswick through Parkville and into the central city, reinforcing the area’s reputation as one of Melbourne’s most accessible inner-urban neighbourhoods for cyclists and pedestrians alike.

The surrounding civic cluster extends beyond cultural infrastructure. Siteworks, a nearby creative hub supporting artists and community organisations, adds to the concentration of cultural activity in the immediate area. Educational institutions such as Brunswick North Primary School, Brunswick Secondary College and RMIT’s Brunswick campus are also within easy reach, contributing to the suburb’s diverse resident base spanning families, students and professionals.&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/jackson-clements-burrows-architects">Jackson Clements Burrows Architects</a> in collaboration with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> and landscape architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/oculus">OCULUS</a>, the nine-level building has been shaped to respond to the surrounding streetscape, with lower levels aligning to the street and upper storeys stepping back to soften its scale and improve solar access.&nbsp;

Curved balcony forms reference nearby heritage architecture, while the development’s public realm improvements include a widened footpath along Saxon Street to strengthen pedestrian connections between the precinct’s civic sites.

Sustainability also underpins the project’s approach. The building is designed to operate entirely on electric infrastructure supported by rooftop solar, with an average 7.5-star NatHERS energy rating and EV-charging readiness across the development. Shared resident amenities will include a landscaped rooftop terrace with barbecue and covered dining areas intended to encourage informal interaction between residents.

Saxon Street marks developer Milieu's fifth project in Brunswick and continues its focus on design-led infill housing across Melbourne’s inner suburbs.&nbsp;

Construction has commenced through reputable builder Manresa, who will complete the project in 2027.

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Saxon Street by Milieu connects residents to Brunswick’s cultural and civic core

Within <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe-vic-3079">Candela Ivanhoe</a>, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>&nbsp;takes a different approach to larger residences, moving away from the constraints of a single level.

In Grand Residence 3.05, known as the Lustre, plays out across two levels, with a mezzanine configuration that is uncommon in apartment living.

Lustre is a four-bathroom residence where the layout creates a clear distinction between shared and private zones, with uninterrupted views toward the Dandenong Ranges extending the sense of openness from the main living areas.

Entry is to the primary living level, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas are arranged as one continuous space. Timber flooring runs throughout, with a fireplace set within the living zone. Full-height glazing brings in natural light, supported by double glazing that improves thermal performance.

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The kitchen is configured as both a working and social space. A large island bench provides seating, while a walk-in pantry extends storage beyond typical apartment expectations.

Gaggenau appliances, including a 900mm gas cooktop and 600mm oven, are integrated into a layout that connects directly to the adjacent dining and living areas, and outward to the terrace. This balcony includes a built-in BBQ, reinforcing the apartment’s capacity to accommodate larger gatherings without compromising internal space.

A dedicated laundry room, powder room, and a wine cellar area sit discreetly off the main living zone, ensuring that functional requirements are resolved without encroaching on primary living areas. The master suite is also located on this level, designed as a retreat with a walk-through wardrobe and an ensuite that includes double vanities, a bath, and a dedicated dressing table.

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The mezzanine level introduces a second layer of living, rather than simply additional bedrooms. Two large bedrooms with built-in robes are positioned alongside a central bathroom, while a secondary lounge and study area create a self-contained zone suited to children, guests, or extended family. A large storage room further supports long-term usability, addressing a common shortfall in apartment design.

This separation of levels is central to how the residence functions day-to-day. It allows the lower level to operate as the primary entertaining and living space, while the upper level provides privacy and flexibility. The result is closer in feel to a townhouse or standalone home, but with the benefits of apartment living, security, and low maintenance.

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Candela is close to 80 per cent complete, with Ironside delivering construction ahead of its expected October 2026 completion. The development comprises 58 residences, with a strong owner-occupier profile and a mix of one to four-bedroom apartments and loft-style townhouses.

Candela has exclusive access to private amenities, including a residential lounge and rooftop terrace. A charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre are located on the ground level, designed to foster community connection and extend the living experience beyond individual apartments without competing with the scale of homes like Lustre.

Candela, positioned in the heart of Ivanhoe Village, reinforces the practicality of the address. With a Walk Score of 90, residents are within immediate reach of cafés, retail, parklands, and Ivanhoe Station, while also benefiting from proximity to established schools and healthcare services.

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Inside Lustre: Grand Residence 3.05 at Candela Ivanhoe

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/milieu-property">Milieu</a>’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elsternwick-gardens-by-milieu-8-gordon-street-elsternwick-vic-3185">Elsternwick Gardens</a> is being shaped around a simple but increasingly rare premise in apartment development: that the built environment should actively support residents’ wellbeing.&nbsp;

Located on the former ABC Studios site on Gordon Street in Melbourne’s south-east, the new neighbourhood sits on an expansive 11,740 sqm site neighbouring the heritage-listed Rippon Lea Estate, whose gardens date back more than 140 years.

Rather than positioning wellness as an add-on amenity, the development integrates it into the physical planning of the site. Architecture by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> is arranged across six low-rise buildings set within extensive landscaping designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/oculus">OCULUS</a>, with more than 40 per cent of the land dedicated to gardens and green space. Walking trails, pocket gardens, and mature trees are threaded between buildings, creating a network of green corridors that encourage residents to move through the precinct on foot and spend more time outdoors.

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Milieu has intentionally framed these gardens as an extension of the neighbouring Rippon Lea Estate. More than 16,000 new plants will be introduced across the site, with species carefully selected to protect and complement the area’s ecological significance. The approach focuses on strengthening existing environmental conditions while establishing new habitats that support native wildlife, reinforcing the role of the landscape as both an active ecosystem and a defining element of daily life.

A private resident gate will provide direct access to the historic grounds during opening hours, allowing residents to move seamlessly between the development’s landscaped gardens and the estate’s expansive lawns, lakes, and mature trees. The project’s gardens will also be maintained by the same gardeners responsible for Rippon Lea, reinforcing the visual and ecological continuity between the two landscapes.

Complementing the landscape is a dedicated wellness hub designed to support everyday health and recovery. Residents will have access to a gym alongside yoga and Pilates studios, while mineral pools and infrared saunas provide spaces for relaxation and restorative wellbeing. Shared lounges, workshop spaces, and pet care facilities expand the concept of wellness beyond fitness, creating opportunities for social connection and community interaction within the precinct.

Environmental performance is another key component of the project’s wellbeing focus. Elsternwick Gardens will be entirely fossil-fuel-free, with homes designed to operate on renewable electricity rather than gas. Passive design strategies, including cross-flow ventilation, high-performance insulation, and thermally broken double glazing, are intended to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures while reducing energy demand. Solar photovoltaic systems will power common building services, while rainwater harvesting will help irrigate the extensive landscaping across the site.

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Milieu Founder and Managing Director Michael McCormack says the scale and setting of the project allowed the team to take a different approach to urban apartment living.

“This site represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build something truly special,” McCormack says.

“Through that process, we arrived at a design that centres on a fully realised natural landscape – a series of private, interconnected gardens that encircle the homes and extend seamlessly from Rippon Lea Estate.”

Elsternwick Gardens will comprise three residential offerings, Gordon Place, Ripponlea Terrace, and The Garden Pavilion, each designed for owner-occupiers and shaped around high-quality interior design by Woods Bagot, K.P.D.O., and Flack Studio. The first stage, Gordon Place, includes one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments designed with a strong focus on indoor-outdoor living and sustainability.

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Milieu recently appointed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/brady-constructions">Brady Constructions</a> to deliver the project, marking a key milestone for the development. The appointment follows the demolition of the former studio buildings on the Gordon Street site, with construction progressing toward the delivery of the nature-led community.

Situated between the established villages of Elsternwick and Ripponlea, the development balances its garden setting with strong urban connectivity. Residents will be within walking distance of cafés, restaurants, and local retail, while nearby train and tram connections provide quick access to Melbourne’s CBD and the beaches of Elwood and St Kilda.

With construction underway and the first residents expected to move in by early 2027, Elsternwick Gardens represents a growing shift in apartment development toward environments that prioritise wellbeing as much as density or location. By placing landscape, sustainability, and shared spaces at the centre of the design, Milieu is positioning the project as a residential neighbourhood where wellness is not just promoted, but built into the structure of everyday life.

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Elsternwick Gardens' wellness-first design strategy

Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/red-co">Red &amp; Co</a> has made a striking debut on the Gold Coast, officially unveiling its $250 million COMO development in Varsity Lakes, a lifestyle-driven residential project anchored by an extensive rooftop wellness and activity precinct.

Having recently launched to market, construction has already been fast-tracked by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/5point-projects">5Point Projects</a>, ensuring momentum continues on what is set to become a landmark residential address for the growing Varsity Lakes community.

Located at 22 Lake Street, Varsity Lakes, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/como-varsity-lakes-22-lake-street-varsity-lakes-qld-4227">COMO</a> will comprise 156 apartments across 16 levels, comprising one-, two- and three-bedroom residences designed for modern living. However, it is the project’s rooftop amenity offering that sets COMO apart.

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Designed as a dedicated wellness and recreation hub, the rooftop will feature a 25-metre lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, and multiple pickleball and paddleball courts - amenities rarely seen in boutique apartment projects.

Residents will also have access to a sauna and plunge baths, while landscaped gardens and relaxation zones will provide tranquil spaces overlooking sweeping panoramic views across the Gold Coast skyline.

The rooftop precinct has been designed to function as the social and wellness heart of the development, encouraging residents to embrace an active, balanced lifestyle within their own building.

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Red &amp; Co director David Laverty said the amenity offering was central to the project’s design from the outset.

“Amenities were at the forefront of our decisions,” Laverty said.

“Buyers today are looking for more than just an apartment - they want a lifestyle that promotes health, connection and balance.

“The rooftop at COMO has been designed to be the epicentre of that lifestyle, with a suite of wellness and recreation facilities that are quite unique for a boutique development of this scale.”

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, the residences prioritise liveability, featuring spacious layouts, 2.7-metre ceilings and high-quality finishes throughout.

The development sits beside Bond University, placing residents within walking distance of education, retail and dining options within the vibrant Varsity Lakes precinct, including Robina Town Centre, Varsity Lakes Train Station and a range of leading schools.

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Laverty said the location was a key driver behind Red &amp; Co’s decision to bring the project to the Gold Coast.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/varsity-lakes-qld-4227">Varsity Lakes</a> was a clear choice for us to invest in as it’s a lifestyle hub that seamlessly blends lakeside living with urbanity,” he said.&nbsp;

“Como will capitalize on this great location, delivering a project that not only creates premium homes, but a lifestyle defined by community, wellbeing, and connectivity.”

Red &amp; Co has delivered more than 500 apartments and townhouses across 26 projects in Brisbane in recent years, with COMO marking the company’s first major Gold Coast development.

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Red & Co unveils amenity-rich Como development in Varsity Lakes

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A Killara trophy home has sold for an $6.3 million, after being listed with a $5.8-$6.3 million price guide.
Located at 23-25 Elva Avenue, the residence features six bedrooms, six bathrooms, a carport, gas fireplace, pool and spa, and a full size artificial grass floodlit tennis court.
The home is situated on a 1771 square metre block, and is 850 metres from Gordon station, 1.7km from Killara High School, and 900 metres from Ravenswood School for Girls.
The home previously traded in 2010 for $4,100,000.
Killara’s median house price is $2.68 million.
Lisa Davies, from Ray White Upper North Shore, had the listing.
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Double-block Killara mansion finds buyer and $2 million profit

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Designed and lived in by internationally renowned architect Sydney Ancher in 1948, number 2 Maytone Avenue, Killara, is up for sale.
Jill Smith of Savills Gordon has listed the property which is one of three that form an enclave of modern case-study houses.
Featuring iconic curved walls, sliding glass doors and a large covered balcony with an automated vergola, this house offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a triple car garage with workshop and storeroom. 
"The sale of this property offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Australian, and indeed international, significance," Jill Smith of Savills Gordon said.
"Being situated just moments from Gordon shopping, transport and highly-acclaimed schools, makes this a very special offering indeed."
The onsite auction is scheduled for March 23 with a $2 million price guide.
The three homes demonstrate how modern International Style architecture was adapted in Australia using the capacities of local post-war construction.
Sydney Ancher was amongst the first to introduce the International Style to Australian domestic buildings, reshaping its forms to the needs of the climate and way of life.
At 2 Maytone Avenue, the basic Miesian cube is extended with covered areas, emulating the Australian verandah.
The flowing open-plan living spaces, well-proportioned kitchen, and outlook from outdoor living areas are all important architectural details in this modern 1945 house.
The effect of the open-plan living area and the use of retractable screens and curtains create an interior space that is almost Japanese in its flexibility.  
Sydney Ancher’s fascination with Europe contributed to the introduction of European internationalism in Australia.
Along with Arthur Baldwinson, Robin Boyd, Sir Roy Grounds and Harry Seidler, Sydney Ancher pioneered modern domestic architecture in Australia. His houses of the late 1940s and 1950s became widely known and demonstrated to others the possibilities of a new approach to residential living.   
Neighbouring property, 3 Maytone Avenue, also designed by Sydney Ancher, won the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (NSW) Sulman Award in 1945 for its modern indoor-outdoor relationship, despite postwar restrictions and shortages, and in the face of obstructions from a conservative local council that required amendments to be made to some of his designs.
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The pre-eminent photographer of modernist architecture, Max Dupain, captured Sydney Ancher’s iconic architecture and formidable style of 2 Maytone Avenue in a series of black and white photographs.
Number 2 Maytone Avenue is a full-brick contemporary house, set on 746 square metres in a peaceful, child-friendly cul-de-sac on the east side of Killara.
Boasting light and airy living spaces that flow to north-easterly, alfresco entertaining areas with a leafy aspect, it offers private, low-maintenance living only a short walk from Gordon.
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The house was thoughtfully renovated by internationally recognised architect Glenn Murcutt AO. 
It last sold at $1.1 million in 2012.
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1948 Sydney Ancher designed Killara home for auction

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Former Apple executive Steve Vamos has lis­ted his former Killara mansion.
<div>Vamos and his late wife Karen paid $2.95 million for the home in 2003, while he was running Microsoft’s Australian business.</div>
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<div>Vamos is a non-executive director at Telstra. </div>
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<div>The <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-126794674" target="_blank">four-bedroom manor</a> with sandstone and double-brick fac­ade sits in gardens designed by Peter Fudge, featured in his first book.</div>
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<div>The gardens come with pool with Moroccan-style mosaics and a sandstone pavilion.</div>
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<div>The interiors have curated furniture and art which was one of Karen's passion.</div>
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<div>Karen raised a lot of funds for breast cancer research with Steve once saying her best way of coping was to help others.</div>
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<div>Richardson &amp; Wrench Lindfield agents Richard and Melanie Patterson have set a November 25 auction with $6 million hopes.</div>
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<div>About 50 houses have sold in Killara this year, ranging from $1.75 million to $6.5 million.</div>
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Killara trophy home in Peter Fudge gardens listed

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An early Federation Killara house has been sold for $5.26 million making it Sydney’s most expensive weekend auction sale.
The five-bedroom house sold at its reserve price, the North Shore Times revealed with the buyer, Seal Fan, an Australian-Chinese furniture designer from Chipping Norton, who will be moving in with his wife and three children.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-125805670" target="_blank">4 Stanhope Road</a>, the 1657 sqm property provides a fusion of contemporary style and character elegance.
Built in 1890 the property was last sold in 2013 for $3.722 million, when bought by David Whiteing, Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s chief information officer, and his wife Penelope Graham, deputy chair of Sydney Motorway Corporation.
It sold in 2005 for $2.7 million, $2.4 million in 2004 and $1.56 million in 2000.
In 2007 the property was refurbished.
The property has a formal lounge and dining with original marble fireplaces with a casual dining with easy access to the outdoor.
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There is also a Travertine verandah with BBQ along with in-ground swimming pool and park-like landscaped backyard.
The stone gas kitchen has top-of-the-range appliances.
There are five bedrooms, three of them having their own ensuite, along with a study.
Other features includes storeroom/workshop, 1000 bottle wine cellar and double garage.
Killara station is only 600 metres away and the property is close to Ravenswood.
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Early Federation Killara house sold for $5.26 million

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The Killara home of one of Australia’s most famous children’s authors, Ethel Turner, has been sold.
The 1 Werona Avenue property sold “in the mid-$5 millions”.
Woodlands was formerly known as Inglewood.
It was where Turner wrote Seven Little Australians, earning the property its State Heritage listing.
The vendors Peter and Carol Himmelhoch had invested time in consulting with the State Heritage Register and Ku-ring-gai Council about upgrading the heritage property.
“There’s no ghost in it, everyone asks me that question,” she told the local paper.
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The renovation project of the 2113-sqm property, built circa 1884, was undertaken over three years.
More than 500 sqm was added to the house, a swimming pool was installed and the tennis court was reinstated with a modern hard surface.
Woodlands will be the new home of an out-of-area family
Seven Little Australians has been in print continuously for more than a century, selling more than two million copies in English and has been translated into 11 languages.
In the book’s first year of publication, it earned Turner £5000.
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Killara home of Ethel Turner sold

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A newly remastered family estate in Killara, Sydney has been listed for auction by Belle Property Lindfield.
The residence at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-125303074" target="_blank">9A Arnold Street</a> occupies a 3,026 sqm block and was recently overhauled by Playoust Churcher Architects, interior designer Justine Hugh-Jones and landscaper Peter Fudge.
The home offers a formal lounge room, dining room, casual living room off the marble kitchen and a vast media or games room with wet bar and underfloor heating. All four rooms have fireplaces.
Front and rear terraces overlook the in-ground pool and gardens, and both provide alfresco entertaining zones with built-in Smeg barbecues and heating.
Among its highlights is a newly-resurfaced grass tennis court, and a new 17.5 metre fully tiled, gas heated and fully automated pool.
Additional rooms include a 1,467 bottle temperature and humidity-controlled insulated wine cellar, a professional gymnasium with children's play area, two powder rooms, a separate store room and roof storage area.
Designer touches include timber panelling, imported Phillip Jeffries seagrass wallpaper, European oak timber floors and Alpaca wool carpeting in the bedrooms.
A guest wing comes with separate staircase entry, living area and ensuite.
It was last sold in 2007 and 36 similar properties have recently been traded in Killara. The median price for a 5 bedroom house in this suburb currently sits at $3,200,000.
A five bedroom home at<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-nsw-killara-123507286" target="_blank"> 2 Rosetta Avenue</a> was sold in January for $4.2 million.
Listing agent Geoff Dean will put the home under the hammer on May 27.
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Killara family estate up for auction

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A historical 1904 Killara trophy home has been sold for $5.45 million, the most expensive result across Sydney over the weekend.
Located at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-124713770" target="_blank">66 Springdale Road,</a> the north facing Poitiers was marketed as an iconic Killara estate. 
The home has just hit the market with a price guide of $4.9 million to $5.3 million.
Sitting on 1,906 sqm with 35 metres frontage, it was once home to Bert Oldfield, the famous test cricketer.
Poitiers, at 66 Springdale Rd, was owned by Bert Oldfield and his wife Ruth for 47 years, before they sold it to the current owners John and Patricia Mortlock, the parents of former Australian Wallabies captain Stirling Mortlock. The Mortlock family purchased Poitiers from the Oldfield family in 1976 for $127,000. 
The Oldfields, who were the third owners of the home, bought it from Sydney socialite Paul Dekyvere in 1931.
Featuring timber joinery, ceilings and original fireplaces it also has a ballroom-sized formal lounge, music area and large formal dining.
The property has been improved over the years including a gourmet kitchen with stone and timber benchtops, appliances and an adjoining dining area along with an alfresco terrace that overlooks a 14 meter sandstone clad pool.
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Four bedrooms have been positioned in their own private wings, all with built-in wardrobes while the master has a large ensuite and dressing room.
Other features includes timber flooring, study, home office or fifth bedroom, lawn areas and a large double lockup garage with adjoining workshop.
Killara Oval, bus, railway station are all nearby with Chatswood shopping and restaurant hub also within close proximity.
The property was offered through Curran Property agent Glenn Curran.
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Historical 1904 Killara home, Poitiers, sold for $5.45 million

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The former 4800-square-metre Killara estate of the long-time home of radio broadcaster Ron Casey has been listed for sale at $7.8 million.
Casey sold the five-bedroom residence with a swimming pool and tennis court in 1998 for $2.67 million to Yat Sun Chan and Daisy Shuk Han Leung, who owns the outdoor adventure gear company World United.
The Hong Kong-based owners, however, have reportedly left the property unoccupied for the past 10 years since they returned to China.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-east+killara-123295646" target="_blank">Clara Chan, of Everest Realty</a>, has the listing.
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$7.8 million Killara estate listed by absentee Chinese owners

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The 1,391 square metre, well-positioned property at 26 Northcote Avenue, Killara will go under the hammer on August 27.
Its palladian arch front door open to the <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-123190326">four-bedroom, three-bathroom house</a> which features an in-ground pool with sun patio, built in and walk in robes, double lock up garage, large workshop and cellar space.
The house is listed by Nahid Coventry and Daniel Blagg from McConnell Bourne Lindfield.
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The median house price in Killara is $2.5 million according to CoreLogic.
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Killara trophy listed for late August auction

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Killara couple Ken and Josie Demlakian, owners of engineering firm Demlakian Consulting, have finally sold the 1906 trophy home Ballernoo, after around 500 days on the market.
Holding their nerve secured an upper north shore record price, though perhaps short of their desired $13.5 million at an estimated $12 million.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-killara-118584723" target="_blank">Ballernoo</a>, a grand Federation estate comes with a championship-sized floodlit tennis court, golf driving range and heated pool and cabana, set over 4500 sqm.
There's 1000 sqm of living areas along with the nine bedroom and seven bathrooms.
The property features a domed music conservatory, billiards and games room, theatre room, gymnasium, home office, children's playroom and dance floor loggia.
Nestled deep in the hedged garden, inspired by the garden of Versailles, is one bedroom self-contained guesthouse, which is the estate’s former horseman’s cottage. 
Ballernoo is expected to have set the joint upper north shore record which was firstly held by Australian Ilmenite Resources owner Jerry Ren, who paid $11.5 million for his Warrawee mansion in 2010.
This was matched in 2012 when technology investor Daniel Petre sold his Springdale Road property to Anita Cunliffe, wife of UBS heads of investment banking Guy Fowler.
Ken, who likes to chance his hand at the poker table from time to time, paid $3.4 million for the home in 1999.
The property was sold through Glenn Curran of Curran Property Chatswood who was seeking $13.5 million, with the international buyer introduced by the international buyers agent Robert Klaric.
The dress circle address, 26 Wattle Street, was once the home of Sydney Stock Exchange vice chairman Clarence Degenhardt in the 1930s.
Ballernoo is likely to have eclipsed the high of $11.5 million set in 2012 when technology investor Daniel Petre sold his Springdale Road property to Anita Cunliffe, wife of UBS head of investment banking Guy Fowler.
The record had stood with Bremon at Warrawee at $11.5 million since 2010.
This article was first published in the Saturday Daily Telegraph.
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