4/25 Shepparson Avenue, Carnegie, Vic 3163

A recent makeover has created this ideal one-bedroom apartment. All the required elements are in place - fresh paintwork, new carpeting, smart kitchen, bright bathroom - but it's the extra factors that make it sing - stylish presentation, natural light, space, a cleverly designed floorplan. Packed with appeal, this ground-floor abode has northern sunlight streaming into the lounge room where a servery goes through to the eat-in kitchen, which has a gas cooktop. The double bedroom is also sunny and inviting. It has built-in wardrobes and a ceiling fan, and an ensuite-style bathroom with laundry facilities. Leave the car in the carport and stroll to Koornang Road shopping strip, the train station, cafes, bistros, buses and council amenities. Chadstone Shopping Centre and Caulfield and Clayton campuses of Monash University are easily accessed and parks and recreational facilities are at hand.