What to see this weekend

1/9 Byron Street, Collingwood
$1.7-$1.85 million
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

From CSIRO document-storage facility to interior-design showroom to a new phase in its life, this open-plan commercial-zoned warehouse is all about adaptability. It has a marble kitchen, courtyard (or extra parking) and, over two levels, light-filled spaces of industrial urban chic from its polished concrete floors to amazing double-height ceilings.

Expressions of interest close at 5pm, on March 27
Agent Jellis Craig, Simon Shrimpton 0411 889 577

14/25 Kooyong Road, Armadale
$580,000-$620,000
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car space

There are good things in this small package for young couples or investors. It’s at the rear of the 14-apartment block in a handy spot near the train, tram, Monash Uni and Glenferrie Road shops. The west-facing living room and tranquil balcony have a privacy screen and enjoy the shade of a wonderful old peppercorn tree.

Auction at 1.30pm, on April 1
Hocking Stuart, Lauchlan Waterfield 0422 290 489

38 Ardoyne Street, Black Rock
$2.5-$2.7 million
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

The beach, village cafes, golf course and primary school are on the doorstep of this Hamptons-style property. Inside, it’s similarly feature-laden since the vendors upgraded it from its Edwardian origins, with loads of living space, heated pool, spa, cricket pitch (behind a 17-metre net), in-ground trampoline, and gym or home office with separate entry.

Auction at 2.30pm, on April 1
Buxton, Romana Altman 0414 804 270

310/6 Acacia Place, Abbotsford
$3 million-plus
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car spaces

Lovely open living areas, luxury main bedroom and a Miele/marble kitchen with butler’s pantry are all very well but this contemporary apartment’s highlight is its wide, private terrace which wraps two sides and gives 180-degree views of the Yarra and parkland. An on-site cafe, pool, gym and rooftop barbecue add to the cosmopolitan appeal.

Expressions of interest close at 3pm, on April 3
RT Edgar, Justine Harris 0407 332 618

Toorak, 1/62 Mathoura Road
About $1.6 million
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

The owner of a former Edwardian on this quiet corner near Brookville Gardens developed the site in 1998 and has lived in the ground-floor garden apartment with a north-west terrace ever since. Its Toorak/Hawksburn Villages location, low maintenance and security will appeal to downsizers or an executive couple who may consider an update.

Auction at 11.30am, on April 1
Marshall White, Mark Harris 0414 799 343

233 Hotham Street, Ripponlea
$1.65-$1.75 million
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

A contemporary-renovation spin on an architect-designed modernist original results in this wonderfully individual property in a leafy enclave across the road from Rippon Lea Estate. Modern appointments go toe-to-toe with authentic c1963 character in masonry block walls, copper fireplace, timber panelling and stucco ceiling to create a home that’s equally liveable and loveable.

Auction at 3pm, on SundayBiggin & Scott, Bill Stravrakis 0418 327 622