From Cottesloe to Toorak: 8 of the most prestigious properties currently for sale

Looking for a modern masterpiece? Or maybe a classic charmer?

From Cottesloe to the west to Toorak in the east, here are some of the most prestigious homes currently for sale.

Toorak

Wrapped in glass on three sides inviting the outdoors in, this contemporary, architect-designed residence is flooded with natural light.

Sitting on 880 square metres in a coveted pocket of Toorak, the home offers a choice of living spaces with American oak floors, an award-winning Gaggenau kitchen and a heated pool.

Expressions of interest close March 27, with RT Edgar Toorak’s Jeremy Fox giving a guide of $8.8 million to $9.5 million.

Centennial Park

Claiming a corner block directly opposite the park, this arts and crafts-inspired residence has been given a new lease of life by architect Peter Willett.

Highlights include three elegant living rooms, a self-contained studio above the double garage and beautifully manicured Japanese gardens.

The Agency Eastern Suburbs‘s Ben Collier holds the listing, providing a guide of $10 million.

Ascot

It’s not hard to imagine high tea on the verandah overlooking the Paul Bangay-designed gardens, or brilliant soirees by the north-facing pool or tennis court at Windermere, a circa-1886 estate covering 4664 square metres.

The grand Victorian home has been restored and enhanced with high-end finishes throughout including a bespoke marble kitchen.

Matt Lancashire from Ray White New Farm is fielding expressions of interest.

Auchenflower

The timber-lined living zone is a standout feature of this Tim Stewart Architects-designed home, where double-height glass walls throw an abundance of light on the sleek marble kitchen.

The space spills out to wraparound terraces with built-in barbecue and a double-sided fireplace, plus level lawns and infinity-edge pool.

The home is for sale with Simon Wheelans of Place West, who has quoted a guide of over $3 million.

Mosman

When the sun goes down on the serene harbour views, there’s no shortage of beauty inside this sprawling 1905 home with pool and self-contained apartment.

Set a few minutes’ walk from Chinamans Beach, the property comes with a German kitchen with Wolf appliances, a copper bathtub, a showpiece fireplace, dark floorboards and glamourous lighting.

There are six bedrooms, three bathrooms, a double garage and a wine cellar.

Di Jones Lower North Shore Mosman agent Andy Tan will head up a March 28 auction.

Brighton

A fabulous home to showcase your art collection, throw a garden party by the heated pool or relax in the lavish master en suite, this three-year-old gem enjoys a perfect north-to-rear aspect.

Set over three levels, the four-bedroom, four-bathroom home features Royal Oak floors, a Miele-appointed island kitchen and a home theatre.

It’s within easy reach of Church Street shops, Middle Brighton station, a range of schools and Williams Reserve.

The property is for auction by registration on March 25 through Matthew Pillios of Marshall White Bayside.  

Norwood

It’s not every day you have the opportunity to buy an original heritage mansion complete with detached coach house just three kilometres from the heart of the Adelaide CBD.

Set on 2973 square metres of landscaped grounds, Kensington House is a grand family residence that also presents options for business and commercial uses.

The current floorplan offers seven bedrooms across multiple wings, with beautifully preserved formal living rooms, a marble kitchen with butler’s pantry and casual spaces perfect for a home theatre or gym.

Tim Thredgold of Toop & Toop Real Estate is taking inquiries.

Cottesloe

From Fremantle Port to Rottnest Island and beyond, this beachfront home captures some of the best views on offer in Cottesloe. You can soak up the views from nearly every room of the contemporary two-level home, including the freestanding bath in the master suite.

There are two more bedrooms, a stone island kitchen with Miele appliances and light and bright open-plan living areas. Oversized stacker doors open to a balcony overlooking the infinity-edge pool.

Marcus Sproule from Mack Hall Real Estate is fielding expressions of interest.