26th September 2017: Auction Snapshot: Saturday 23 September

What's happening in the market…

The Domain Group stated that "the number of first-home buyers using stamp duty concessions has more than doubled after the state government introduced several savings measures," with over 2,100 Victorians taking advantage of the initiatives since 1 July.

On the weekend, the west was the top performing region within Melbourne, with an 87.4% clearance rate achieved, as reported by Domain. The inner-east experienced the lowest clearance rate of 64.4%.

Saturday 23 September
Number of auctions in Victoria: 1,160
Clearance rate: 75.7%

The same weekend last year
Clearance rate: 79.6%

Auction highlights…

20 Harrison Street, Box Hill North

A spacious family abode and superb entertainer, this appealing weatherboard home offers its next fortunate owners generous living areas, zoned bedroom accommodation and an expansive north facing alfresco deck. It sits in the sought-after Box Hill High School Zone and an easy walk from Kerrimuir Primary School. Local shops are just around the corner, and the home has easy access to other shops, eateries and transport.

Number of bidders: 6
Sale price: $1.42 million

1/926 Toorak Road, Camberwell

Generous proportions and an engaging character make an instant impression throughout this classic villa unit, positioned on one easy level. Only one of four on the block and enjoying fabulous surrounds near South Camberwell Village eateries, Tooronga Village, the tram to Camberwell Junction and the train, live close to many leading schools. Congratulations to the vendors and purchasers on a great result!

Number of bidders: 5
Sale price: $926,000

123 Mount Pleasant Road, Nunawading

This beautiful family home includes additions that respect the character and charm of the original frontage while delivering an unrivalled attention to detail and quality of finish. Features include a private backyard, ornate cornices, high ceilings, lead light features, classic tapware and a free-standing bath. This home provides the perfect location and lifestyle for families, being located within the highly sought-after Vermont Secondary College zone and close to all the desirable amenities you could ask for!

Number of bidders: 5
Sale price: $1,501,500

25 Andrew Crescent, Croydon South

A landscaped block of 1,459 sq m approx. is the site of this near-new, four bedroom residence, which features two covered merbau decks. Amid a low-traffic crescent near a playground park, the home is within the Ringwood Secondary College Zone and within walking distance of Tintern Grammar, Tinternvale Primary School and Tarralla Creek. Congratulations to the lucky new home owners!

Number of bidders: 4
Sale price: $1.235 million