This contemporary two-bedroom apartment gets something right from the start. The front door opens to a dedicated entry, rather than straight into the living zone, giving you a little privacy before the space opens up.

And open up it does. Timber floors stretch across a generous lounge and dining room, with a distinctive light fitting overhead and a wide expanse of glass framing the covered balcony. Slide back the doors and there's a leafy outlook to enjoy, with enough room outside to pull up a chair and stay a while. The kitchen occupies its own corner, where white cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances contrast with black floor tiles. Gas cooking, a dishwasher and an underbench oven are all incorporated here, without spilling into the rest of the room.

Both bedrooms are fitted with built-in robes, while the bathroom, with a shower over the bath, echoes the kitchen's black-and-white colour scheme, bringing a sense of style and continuity to the apartment. A European laundry, split-system air conditioner, car space and storage unit are included.

Aldi is just steps away, which is handy when you've forgotten something for dinner. For everything else, there's Carlisle Street, Chapel Street and Acland Street, with their cafés, restaurants and shops. Alma Park is within walking distance, as are Balaclava Station and trams along Chapel Street and St Kilda Road. The car might spend more time in its space than you expect.

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