2/29-31 Hotham Street, East Melbourne

Set within a tightly held 1940s Art Deco building, this beautifully renovated ground floor studio blends enduring character with intelligent modern upgrades in one of Melbourne’s most regarded precincts. The apartment retains its authentic Deco charm, including solid timber floors, a working open fireplace and decorative ceilings, while incorporating a streamlined contemporary kitchen with integrated skinny dishwasher and under-bench washer/dryer, plus a modernised bathroom. A standout feature is the custom Oak Murphy bed, seamlessly integrated into the living area. It folds away effortlessly, allowing the space to transition from bedroom to elegant entertaining zone — a perfect solution for refined studio living. The building itself is admired for its architectural pedigree and generous forecourt garden, creating an uncommon sense of airiness and openness rarely found in inner-city blocks. With a strong and consistent rental history (recently leased at $345 per week), the property presents as a proven investment or an ideal Melbourne stop-over within walking distance to the CBD, Fitzroy Gardens, hospitals and transport. A rare opportunity to secure character, flexibility and location in prestigious East Melbourne.