4/17 Barkly Street, Brunswick East

Set within a boutique brick complex, this modern two-level residence delivers a clever blend of style, functionality and low-maintenance inner-city living. Designed for first home buyers, investors or downsizers alike, the home offers a unique layout complemented by quality finishes and a distinctive architectural edge.

On entry, the generous ground-floor living and dining zone welcomes you with soft carpeting, LED downlighting and a split system for year-round comfort. Large sheer-curtained windows draw in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A striking spiral staircase forms the centrepiece of the home, adding character while connecting seamlessly to the upper level.

The renovated kitchen is visually refined, featuring stone-look benchtops, white high-gloss cabinetry and a soft aqua glass splashback. A 4-zone ceramic induction cooktop is paired with an ARC double wall oven and built-in microwave, alongside a Beko ProSmart inverter dishwasher. Plantation shutters frame the kitchen window, while timber flooring adds warmth underfoot. A separate laundry/butler’s passage extends from the kitchen, complete with timber benchtops, white cabinetry, statement black and white chequered tiles and direct access to the rear courtyard.

Upstairs, two well-proportioned bedrooms sit beneath angled roofline ceilings, enhancing the home’s architectural appeal. The main bedroom enjoys a leafy outlook, split system heating and cooling, and subtle LED strip lighting above clerestory windows. The second bedroom is thoughtfully designed with mirrored built-in robes, a ceiling fan, and a built-in study nook with a timber benchtop, a smart use of space ideal for working or studying from home.

The central bathroom is positioned on the ground floor and doubles as a full-sized laundry, featuring neutral tiling, a timber-topped vanity with vessel basin, large mirror cabinetry and chrome fittings. A separate toilet adds everyday convenience, while natural light filters through a frosted privacy window.

Stepping outside, the private courtyard offers a low-maintenance retreat with artificial lawn, established greenery and dark timber fencing. Fully enclosed with rear gate access, it provides the perfect balance of privacy and practicality for inner-city living. A single car space completes the offering.

Positioned just moments from Lygon Street, this home places you in the heart of one of Melbourne’s most vibrant lifestyle precincts, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, bars and boutique shopping. Sydney Road is also within easy reach, offering markets, vintage stores and a diverse dining scene, while the CBD is easily accessible. The home is zoned for Carlton Primary School and Collingwood College, and is close to leading institutions including the University of Melbourne, RMIT Brunswick and Monash University Parkville. Public transport is abundant, with multiple tram routes along Lygon, Nicholson and Holmes Street, plus Merri Station nearby. For outdoor recreation, Merri Creek Trail, Langdon Reserve, Balfe Park and Merri Park provide green open spaces, walking tracks and cycling paths just moments from your door.

We donate a portion of our fee from every property transaction to the Woodards Foundation to support people experiencing homelessness, family violence and social isolation.