3 / 13 Osborne Avenue Glen Iris

Hidden away at the rear of a boutique collection of five, this dual-level townhouse radiates a sense of sanctuary the moment you step through the arched entry. Quiet, private and full of character, it feels a world away from the everyday.

The lounge sets a warm and welcoming tone, with a heater and windows framing leafy green outlooks that make you forget you're minutes from everything. The dining room is generous enough for a six-seat table with a corner of windows wrapping around it, and a door opening onto a north-facing courtyard, a sun-drenched spot for weekend lunches or doing nothing in the afternoon light. The refurbished kitchen with stainless-steel under-bench oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher sits to the side but stays connected to the action.

Upstairs are two king-sized bedrooms. One has a walk-in robe, the other a built-in robe, and both come with split-system air conditioning and ceiling fans. They share direct access to a central semi-ensuite bathroom with shower, bath and toilet. A laundry and downstairs toilet are further bonuses, and with a lock-up garage linking to the courtyard, plus an additional off-street car space, parking is one less thing to think about.

Gardiner Station, Malvern Road’s tram, shops and cafés, Gardiner Park, Gardiner Creek Trail, Harold Holt Swim Centre and Tooronga Village are all within easy reach, with the Monash Freeway close by for when the city calls. Zoned for Malvern Central School and Auburn High, and near Sacre Coeur and Korowa Anglican Girls' School, this is a brilliant first home or lock-up-and-leave.

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