There’s a quiet patch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>, between the bustle of Glenferrie Road and the curve of the Yarra, that rarely sees change, and even more rarely, new apartments. But that’s exactly where <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pomeroy-pacific-quattro-corp">PQD</a> is planting Kooyongkoot: a deliberate, 18-residence answer to the question of what downsizers actually want.

“This is something this pocket of Hawthorn has never seen before,” says Fil Gacesa, head of sales at PQD. “<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a> will deliver just 18 large-scale apartments in the heart of Hawthorn. It is the true definition of resort-style living.”

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That scale is central to the story. It’s what allows for two dedicated lift cores, short corridors, and a generous lightcourt that draws natural ventilation and sunlight into every residence. It’s also what makes room for the sort of amenity usually confined to high-density towers: a fully equipped wellness centre with infrared and traditional saunas, yoga and pilates studio, cold therapy shower, and treatment room. There’s a golf simulator, car and dog wash stations, and extensive storage too, not bolted on, but baked in from the start.

But more than the checklist, it’s the design intent that carries weight. “This project has been many years in the making,” says Mark Pomeroy, Director of PQD. “Not just in planning, but in listening, to what our buyers and the local community are looking for”.

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That listening shows up in the materials, oak floors, natural stone, V-ZUG appliances, and in how space is handled. Penthouses feature private rooftop terraces with pools. Terraces and garden residences embrace outdoor connection. Inside, the layouts skew large and open, geared for hosting, not just housing.

Architecturally, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>’s approach is grounded. There’s no reaching for spectacle here. Instead, the building offers a sculptural calm, anchored by landscaping from Eckersley Garden Architecture.&nbsp;

“We wanted to create spaces that feel expansive, serene, and meaningfully connected to daily life,” said founding partner Chris Stribley elsewhere.

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That sentiment, calm, connection, echoes in the location itself. Kooyongkoot sits just a short stroll from Central Gardens, Fairview Park, and the Rivoli Cinema. Tram lines and schools are close, but the street is tucked, quiet, and leaf-lined.&nbsp;

“Residents of Kooyongkoot will be a short stroll from Fairview Park, Central Gardens, and the Glenferrie Road retail strip," Gacesa notes, "but you're also cocooned in this peaceful pocket behind extensive landscaping by Eckersley Garden Architecture.”

Kooyongkoot is set for completion in late 2026.

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The project that said no to compromise: Inside Kooyongkoot, Hawthorn

When long-time Ivanhoe locals Graeme and Catherine, decided it was time to downsize, they weren’t necessarily in a rush.&nbsp;

Like many in their stage of life, they had started thinking about apartment living, but anticipated making the shift in two to three years.

That timeline changed when they visited <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Candela</a>, a new boutique development by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>. The project ticked all the boxes they were looking for: location, quality design, and long-term lifestyle benefits, which prompted them to bring their decision forward.

“It was the right place at the right time,” they said. “We knew immediately it ticked all the boxes, and we didn’t want to wait.”

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Their decision to downsize was driven by a combination of practical needs and lifestyle considerations. Their existing home, while much loved, had become increasingly difficult to maintain. It spanned multiple levels, included extensive front and back gardens, and was starting to show the wear that comes with age.&nbsp;

They were looking for a more manageable lifestyle, one with less upkeep and more freedom. A brand-new apartment with no maintenance requirements and the ability to simply “lock up and leave” gave them peace of mind and a greater sense of control over their future.

Financially, the purchase made sense as well. The available stamp duty savings, strong price-to-value offering, and timing of the settlement suited their plans, making the transition smoother and more cost-effective. The apartment's design and inclusions further supported their choice.

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The layout was both functional and flexible: three bedrooms, a butler’s pantry, a separate laundry, and a large open-plan living area. It gave them the freedom to host a family, accommodate guests, or set up a home office. The expansive balcony and elevated views added to the appeal, providing a sense of openness and connection to the outdoors.

“It just had a really good flow,” Catherine noted, something they found lacking in many other apartments they’d considered, particularly in the established market.

Candela’s boutique scale was another deciding factor. With a smaller number of residences and a top-floor penthouse position, the couple felt the development offered the privacy and space they were looking for, without feeling isolated.

“We liked that it wasn’t a huge development. It felt well-balanced, modern but still with a sense of community, not overwhelming,” they said.

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Equally important was the ability to remain in Ivanhoe, a suburb they know well and have deep roots in. After 46 years in the area, proximity to local parks, shops, and familiar faces mattered just as much as the apartment itself.

“We didn’t want to give up the community we’ve known for decades. Candela allowed us to upgrade our lifestyle while staying in the place we call home.”

With a Walk Score of 90, the village location supports a convenient, connected lifestyle. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> Station is just a eight-minute walk away, and the neighbourhood offers access to parks, cafes, restaurants, and schools along Upper Heidelberg Road, all within easy reach.

Beyond the apartment, the couple also saw value in the broader vision for Candela, one that integrates residential living with public spaces and local amenities.&nbsp;

The development introduces 58 new apartments as well as a mix of commercial and social spaces that integrate contemporary architecture with the suburb’s existing character.&nbsp;

At ground level, residents will find a charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. Meanwhile, the rooftop garden offers a stunning vantage point for residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, host gatherings, or enjoy barbecues with family and friends. It's not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community where every moment is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

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Why Ivanhoe locals are choosing to downsize to Candela

Mark and Roy Makari are expanding their presence in Sydney’s South West with a second major proposal for Leppington, this time envisioning a 900-dwelling mixed-use development just 850 metres from their previously lodged tower trio on Fifth Avenue.

Project management and construction management firm Creative Vision filed the plans for the&nbsp;multi-building project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/230-rickard-road-leppington-nsw-2179">230 Rickard Road, Leppington</a>. The proposal seeks to establish a new focal point for the precinct through a high-density, transit-oriented development supported by diverse land uses.

According to the Scoping Report prepared for the Department of Planning, the scheme includes around 900 apartments across multiple towers, including 135 dwellings designated for affordable housing. A mix of market and subsidised apartments will be supported by ground-level activation through retail and office space, a childcare centre, and a hotel, forming a comprehensive urban precinct.

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The Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc-0">Studio SC</a> notes that the project “intends to deliver a high-quality, high-density built form that supports the vision for the Leppington Town Centre, integrating mixed-use outcomes and public domain upgrades.” The development is expected to be delivered in stages, although a precise timeline is yet to be confirmed.

The project will be assessed through a future State Significant Development Application, with the Scoping Report indicating the team will seek design excellence via a competitive process or through an expert design review panel. Early massing diagrams suggest a series of mid- to high-rise buildings framing a central landscaped spine, with emphasis on pedestrian permeability and public space.

The planning documentation flags a strong sustainability agenda, stating that the development will “respond to the urban heat island effect, incorporate water sensitive urban design, and prioritise active transport”.

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The proposal follows in the footsteps of the Makaris’ nearby Fifth Avenue site, where they’ve submitted plans for three towers comprising nearly 500 apartments, with 10 per cent dedicated to affordable housing. That project features commercial podiums, a childcare centre, and a new public park that would occupy more than a third of the site.

Both developments are situated within walking distance of Leppington Train Station and fall under strategic precinct plans promoting higher density housing. The town centre is undergoing substantial transformation, driven by state government planning reforms aimed at fast-tracking housing delivery.

Together, the two projects represent a combined ambition of nearly 1,400 new homes across just under two kilometres of central Leppington.

First look: 900-home mixed-use precinct planned for Leppington

Leading Australian integrated property development group, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aqualand-australia">Aqualand</a>, has released the signature penthouses crowning its landmark AURA by Aqualand precinct at 168 Walker Street in North Sydney, unveiling Il Magnate and La Divina as the largest and most luxurious penthouses in the suburb.

With prices anticipated to commence from $15 million, and each accompanied by a new Porsche Carrera 911 valued at over $500K, the residences mark the culmination of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a>’s decade-long journey and the beginning of its final sales chapter. 
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Their release follows more than $850 million in record-breaking residential sales and the building’s completion and occupation.

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The Richards Stanisich-designed 284 sqm Il Magnate and 224 sqm La Divina penthouses, collectively known as The Icons of AURA, are conceived as grand luxury homes rather than apartments, with expansive proportions, elevated materiality and curated identities that reflect their status as one-off residences.&nbsp;

Il Magnate features a grande master suite, complete with substantial walk-in dressing area and ensuite, three other bedrooms, second ensuite and another bathroom, powder room, open plan kitchen, scullery, substantial dining area and generous living room divided by a feature fireplace, and a multifunction wintergarden, which is ideal for a study and adjoining office breakout space. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, the La Divina residence offers the same amenities, sans the powder room, on a slightly smaller alternate floor plan configuration.

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Each occupies half of AURA by Aqualand’s topmost 28th level, comes with four secure car spaces and pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour panoramas with large-scale living spaces, refined detailing and a level of craftsmanship and amenity rarely offered in the North Shore market.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will also receive Etymon’s ‘Black Key’ private concierge and lifestyle management service, an invitation only offering providing the ultimate in bespoke personalisation, including a range of everyday discrete services, from dinner party management, grocery deliveries, pet feeding or plants watered, dinners, snacks and coffee deliveries, event ticket sourcing, right up to organising travel visas and international airfares. Rarely seen in Australian properties, the service provides residents the benefits of living in a world-class luxury hotel-style home, akin to The Ritz, or the Waldorf Astoria.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>’s Director, Kirsten Stanisich, said the studio set out to craft residences that feel profoundly considered, contemporary and deeply connected to their setting.

“From the outset, we approached these penthouses with the sensibility of a grand Parisian residence - generous in scale, elegant in proportion and designed to feel more like a handcrafted home than an apartment," Stanisich said.

“Their elevated position and sweeping harbour outlook informed every decision, creating a rare connection between urban sophistication and natural calm. We shaped each space with expressive materiality, sculptural forms and bespoke detailing that invite touch and interaction.&nbsp;

“The result is a pair of residences defined by volume, light and an inherent softness - refined, flexible and deeply personal. These penthouses are unlike anything else in North Sydney, offering a sanctuary of true luxury framed by some of the city’s most remarkable views.”

For Aqualand’s Head of Sales &amp; Marketing, Alex Adams, the collaboration with Porsche underscores the shared ethos behind the residences.

“Aqualand’s collaboration with Porsche underpins both brand’s sharing an obsession with craftsmanship, design excellence, and enduring value," Adams said.

“Our penthouses are created for those who appreciate the finer details and expect the extraordinary at every touchpoint. Including a Porsche simply extends that experience beyond the residence - it’s a continuation of the lifestyle our buyers already live.”&nbsp;

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Aqualand’s Managing Director, Jin Lin, said the penthouses represent both the pinnacle of AURA by Aqualand and an important design benchmark for the company’s future pipeline.&nbsp;

“These stunning penthouses reflect the purest expression of Aqualand’s design ambition," Lin said.

“The unparalleled design intent makes them not only the glistening crown of AURA by Aqualand, but the crown of North Sydney itself. They’re essentially a thank you gift to a burgeoning community that deserves this level of quality and architectural consideration.&nbsp;

“We’re leveraging the unrivalled standard set here as the foundation for what comes next, including our upcoming Anderson Street, Chatswood; 15 Blue Street, North Sydney and Central Barangaroo projects. Purchasers of these penthouses will essentially be living inside the blueprint of Aqualand’s future.

“These landmark residences demonstrate how far North Sydney has evolved and the strength of demand for highly curated, bespoke luxury homes. They’re more than penthouses, they’re legacy residences.&nbsp;

“With AURA by Aqualand now a thriving new precinct with residents well and truly settled, and our in-house world-class lifestyle amenity activated, Il Magnate and La Divina represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure an extraordinary piece of North Sydney’s future.”

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Aqualand launches North Sydney penthouses with free Porsche Carrera 911

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> Beach has quietly evolved into one of the Sunshine Coast’s most complete coastal lifestyle precincts, defined not just by proximity to the ocean, but by how residential living, local retail and everyday amenity are stitched together.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bask-bokarina-38-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina-qld-4575">Bask Bokarina</a> now represents the final residential chapter in that transformation.

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Over recent years, the Bokarina Beach precinct has taken shape as a walkable, community-oriented neighbourhood, anchored by beachfront access, Lake Kawana to the west, and a growing mix of cafés, specialty retail and public open space.&nbsp;

With Zinc Bokarina already delivered next door by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> (GVG), Bask is the last opportunity to buy a brand new apartment within the precinct, effectively rounding out a fully formed coastal village.

GVG has positioned Bask to strengthen that lifestyle framework. Ten ground-floor retail spaces are planned beneath the residences, extending Bokarina Boulevard’s existing activity and reinforcing the area’s everyday convenience, from casual dining and coffee to local services, within a short walk of the beach.

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The residential component comprises 135 apartments across two buildings, Mydas and Caretta, with a clear shift toward larger three- and four-bedroom layouts and penthouses. That mix reflects a maturing buyer profile in Bokarina, where demand is increasingly led by owner-occupiers and active downsizers seeking space, permanence, and connection to place rather than short-term coastal accommodation.

Design and amenity have followed the same logic. Residents will have access to a heated plunge pool, gym, private dining room with a full kitchen, landscaped communal gardens with barbecues and a firepit, and a shared herb and vegetable garden, facilities intended to support daily use rather than resort-style turnover. Pet-friendly features, including a dog wash bay, acknowledge both buyer expectations and the area’s dog-friendly beach, located around 250 metres from the site.

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“Bokarina has become one of the Sunshine Coast’s most desirable beachside communities, and Bask represents the very last chance to buy new in this location,” GVG Director Sam Gardner said.&nbsp;

“Our focus has been to create spacious, functional apartments that meet the needs of locals who want to downsize without compromise, as well as those seeking a full-time coastal retreat.”

Positioned between the Pacific Ocean and Lake Kawana, Bask apartments have been oriented to capture outlooks toward the water or the Glass House Mountains, reinforcing the project’s connection to its natural surroundings. With parks, beachfront paths, hospitals, retail and public transport already in place, Bask arrives at a point where the broader precinct is no longer emerging, but established.

Construction is expected to complete in Q3 this year, with apartments ready to move into this Spring.

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Bask to complete Bokarina’s Sunshine Coast lifestyle precinct as final apartments are released

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The former Bank of New South Wales in Kyneton has been listed for sale.
Marketed as one of the most iconic buildings in country Victoria, the landmark building in the Macedon Ranges north of Melbourne currently operates as a boutique hotel, as well as an associated lifestyle and home-wares store known as 'Mollisons'.
It was built in the early 1900's by notable architects Godfrey and Spowers with an asymmetrical red brick facade, steep gables, terra-cotta tiled roof, tall chimneys and distinctive Art Nouveau lettering.
Listed architecturally of State Importance, the 680 sqm building is an early example of the Edwardian Free Style.
Fully restored, the property has over 25 rooms comprising nine bedrooms, seven with ensuites, and a two bedroom apartment.
There are a number of living areas and courtyards, as well as a two large which would suit a cafe, store, wine bar or restaurant, according to Circa Hiertage and Lifestyle South Melbourne agent Dominic Romeo, who has a guide of $3.65 million to $3.95 million.
Kyneton and the surrounding region has a strong tourism sector and sees around 1.67 million visitors annually.
 
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Kyneton's former Bank of New South Wales listed for sale

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The Sunbury Lodge Equestrian Centre and residence in Kyneton, Victoria has been offered to the market with a price guide of $2 million to $2.2 million.
Set on 8.1 hectares, the holding is one of a few centres holding a commercial permit to operate and have a function for up to 100 people on site.
Located 5 kilometres from Kyneton township and only one hour from Melbourne CBD via the Calder Freeway, the indoor complex houses 18 stables.
Situated at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-acreage+semi-rural-vic-kyneton-131546206" target="_blank">1236 Kyneton-Metcalfe Road</a>, the complex also features an olympic sized arena surrounded by mirrors, and a full width first floor glassed in gallery providing a viewing and recreation area with heating and cooling.
There is accommodation for 22 people (seven rooms) with four showers and seven toilets.
The outdoor arena is situated next to the indoor school and bordered on has hosted some of the world's top dressage trainers.
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The 10 year old three bedroom, two bathroom residence is surrounded by an ornamental garden and includes a bitumen carpark, professionally laid Sir Walter turf, fruit trees, a tennis court, and an ornate rotunda.
In the four and a half years the property has been listed it has only seen two reductions on the asking price.
It originally sought $2.5 million in February 2015.
It last sold in 2011 when the property transacted for $1,400,000.
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Kyneton's Sunbury Lodge Equestrian Centre still on the market

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Kyneton's modular flat pack house that featured in the Grand Designs Australia series in 2012 has been sold.
The home sold before this weekend's scheduled auction having been listed for sale with a guide of $1.75 million through Keatings Real Estate Woodend agent Sandi Barry-Mueller.
It was offered by Di Foggo and Rod Moore who had commissioned the architecture firm Intermode to build on their property in Victoria's spa district in the Macedon Ranges, north of Melbourne. 
The result was a factory-built modular home, what Intermode call a flat pack house, built in a simple T-shape configuration.

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The couple installed an in-floor, gas fuelled, hydronic heating system under the polished concrete waffle-pod slab floor.
There's an ultra-efficient Apricus evacuated-tube solar hot-water system.
The full-height doors promote cross-ventilation. 
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Kyneton home featured on Grand Designs Australia sells

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Kyneton's modular flat pack house has been listed for sale.
It featured in the Grand Designs Australia series in 2012.
It was mid-2010 when Di Foggo and Rod Moore stepped into the offices of Melbourne-based architecture firm Intermode to enquire about them building their house.
They wanted to build a home in Kyneton, Victoria's spa district in the Macedon Ranges, north of Melbourne, a town increasingly a magnet for those in the creative industry.
Foggo had called architect Nick Carr, director of Intermode, after seeing one of his house designs nearby. 
They'd been weekending in the Kyneton since 2006, where they restored a Federation home which allowed Foggo's green thumb to work on the gardens.
It was the 29th garden she had brought back to life.
Having completed the project, the couple decided they wanted to relocate to Kyneton permanently as they concluded their business commitments, and warehouse-style living, in the city.
Foggo was a commissioner at Fair Work Australia, while Moore worked in education at Victoria University.
This time they wanted to build a house.
"We knew we wanted modern, minimalist architect design," Moore recalled.
A 6,200 square metre block on Scotsman's Hill, the site of a former bluestone quarry overlooking the Kyneton race course, township and Mount Macedon, came up for sale, and the couple snapped it up in 2012.
"They were particularly interested in building a new home that would explore the idea of connecting indoors with the outdoors, more fully than historic dwellings allow," Intermode's Nick Carr said. 
The result was a factory-built modular home, what Intermode call a flat pack house, built in a simple T-shape configuration.
The configuration offers the choice on entry of heading to the kitchen and dining area to the right, a courtyard enclave to the rear of the lounge to the left.
The living spaces are separated with glazed internal walls.
Two bedrooms, a bathroom, study, ensuite and master bedroom sit off the hallway.
"Intermode's credo is all about simplicity, modernity, environmentally sustainable design and materials - simple process and a quick build," Di said.
The couple wanted to have excelling climate control, which was achieved by an in-floor, gas fuelled, hydronic heating system under the polished concrete waffle-pod slab floor, which also provides the benefit of thermal mass (capturing warmth from the winter sun).
There's an ultra-efficient Apricus evacuated-tube solar hot-water system, as well as a gas boiler incase of a lack of sunlight.
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The full-height doors promote cross-ventilation. In summer, cool air flows in and hot air flows out.
The finished project, which featured on Grand Designs Australia, has been listed for sale with a guide of $1.75 million through Keatings Real Estate Woodend agent Sandi Barry-Mueller.
Ahead of the March 16 auction, Barry-Mueller describes the home as one of Kyneton's finest examples of modern architecture.  
It sits at the end of a rock lined driveway in private gardens which feature a mix of mature trees, including two flood lit mature Eucalypts.
The Kyneton region is home to a number of masterfully sculpted homes.
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The renowned sculptor Peter D. Cole designed his home from scratch having bought a block with artist wife Anne in the town.
Cole was influenced by elements of Japan's architecture, a country he frequented a number of times throughout his career.
The couple sold the home in 2017 for $1,275,000.
These newer architecturally designed homes contrast the older historic homes.
Woodbine, the historic retreat that dates back to the 1850s, sold last year for $2.25 million
The Fiddlers Green Road estate comprised two dwellings in four hectares of gardens established by Melbourne landscaped designer Michael Pithie.
This article first appeared in The Weekend Australian. 
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The Kyneton property market has returned steady price growth for both house and vacant land leading up to the final quarter of 2016, whilst still presenting itself as a more affordable market, PRDnationwide has found.
The median house price is currently held at $495,000 and $235,000 for vacant land, representing an annual price change of 5.4 percent and 15.2 percent respectively.
Over the same period of time, the median house price in the surrounding Shire of Macedon Ranges grew by 12.2 percent to $575,000 and vacant land median price grew by 14.3 percent to $240,000.
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The average amount of days to sell in Kyneton has improved since the beginning of 2016 and at the end of the final quarter sits at 70 days for houses. The average time spent on the market for rental properties are currently 40 days for houses and 39 day for units. Positively, investors in the Kyneton market are benefiting from higher house and rental returns than properties in Melbourne, with returns of 3.8 percent and 5.9 percent, respectively. Median rents in Kyneton have remained stable for house and units over the past twelve months, currently at $368 and $290 per week respectively. The vacancy rate is recorded at a low 1.6 percent which continues to demonstrate the high demand for rental property in the area, especially when compared to Melbourne (2.0 percent). The Kyneton Structure Plan introduced in June 2013 estimated that the Kyneton township will grow by an additional 2,900 residents by 2036.
A two bedroom unit (below) at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-townhouse-vic-kyneton-124062590" target="_blank">110 Piper Street </a>sold for $439,000 in May 2017.
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Kyneton can expect approximately $16.7M worth of new development projects commencing in late 2015, through to the end of 2017.
Of these new developments, residential projects accounted for the majority, with an estimated value of $15.5M. 
This is followed by industrial projects valued at $1,000,000 and infrastructure which accounted for $200,000 worth of development. A main residential project in 2017 is the Simpson Street Residential Development. The project is estimated at $14.5M and plans to construct 69 dwellings. The project is due to commence in November, with anticipated completion in 2019.
A four bedroom home (below) at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-kyneton-125152382" target="_blank">121 Lauriston Reservoir Road</a> sold for $1.065 million in May 2017. 
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