The best open homes to see in Melbourne this weekend

20 Fitzgibbon Avenue, Brunswick West

Even rarer in these parts than a single-fronted Edwardian house with pool, this renovated beauty’s sophisticated playground includes plunge pool, shower, African marble mural wall, vertical garden, outdoor kitchen, bluestone paving, retractable awning and a city-view terrace above the double carport. The sea-change vendors, who completed the project a year ago, “put all their love into it”, the agent says — as well as evident design nous.

Expressions of interest: Closing July 18 at 5pm 
Agent: Jellis Craig, Greg Cusack 0417 128 125

24 Linton Avenue, Templestowe Lower

$2 million-$2.2 million
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

A flexible floor plan gets this near-new house close to schools and Ruffey Creek off to a good start, and a surprising wealth of extras completes it. The vendors, now ready for their next building project, have imbued the property with high-end styling and inclusions such as Corian and Miele kitchen, spotted gum floors, CCTV security, outdoor kitchen, pool and spa. Mother Nature adds the glamour of Yarra Ranges views.

Auction: 11.30am, July 15
Agent: RT Edgar, Erfan Momeni 0426 299 749

16 Beresford Street, Caulfield North

 

$1,995,000
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

A brutalist exterior of concrete render and handmade imported bricks gives way to a striking interior of clean lines and warm timbers in this new townhouse, up for private sale following the recent auction of its adjoining property. Black contemporary tap ware, handles and steelwork make a statement against oak floors and joinery and a recycled oregon front door. The living area expands to a private north-facing courtyard with artificial turf.

Private sale
Agent: Gary Peer, Darren Krongold 0438 515 433

2 Patterson Street, Middle Park

 

$1.9 million-$2.05 million
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car space

Casting off a ghastly 1970s makeover, this free-standing cottage alongside a bluestone lane one block from the beach, has reclaimed a gorgeous Victorian facade and period details, thanks to a local builder. Its main bedroom upstairs has a balcony and study nook. Twin courtyards draw natural light into the living area. The contemporary fit-out introduces blackbutt floors, state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, hydronic heating and Italian tiles.

Private sale
Agent: Cayzer, Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601

2 Pearson Street, Brighton

 

$2.25 million-$2.45 million
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

An all-season alfresco area with open fire, barbecue, clerestory lantern roof and servery window to the kitchen extends the living area of this six-star energy rated family home between the Church and Bay street shopping zones. The just-completed renovation adds two upstairs bedrooms, bathroom, retreat and study under vaulted ceilings. An oregon breakfast bench, cedar-ceilinged carport off the lane and jarrah staircase deliver character.

Expressions of interest: Closing July 18 at 5pm 
Agent: Follett & Co, Justin Follett 0405 996 822