Two of a Kind: Parkside

139 St Georges Road, Fitzroy North
$2.6 million-plus
4 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 2 car spaces

The unusual pedimented terrace Tolka is in immaculate time-warp condition from when the vendor’s family made it theirs 50 years ago. Swathed in affection and floral carpet, it has a trio of Juliet balconies, clerestory lightwell and dual frontages.

Across the road in Edinburgh Gardens the free entertainment includes kick-to-kick, dog-walking, bocce competitions, circus-skills practice, queues for food trucks and Sunday lazing on the lawns.

Auction at 11am, on April 29
Chambers, John Costanzo 0418 990 457

2/134 Anderson Street, South Yarra
$1,555,000
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

The neighbouring Botanic Gardens are an extension of this ground-floor apartment in older-style Greenford, a boutique block of six.

Mature trees make a leafy backdrop to its hedged garden, while the well-tended grounds and surrounds welcome outings for picnics, walks, cycling and tai chi.

The charming renovated residence has timber floors, an open fireplace, separate dining room with balcony and a triple-A city-fringe location.

Private sale
Williams Batters, Philippe Batters 0418 992 103