Despite the sunshine, temperatures were icy over the weekend and we struggled to warm up.
The REIV reported a clearance rate of 74 per cent over the weekend, with 462 auctions scheduled and 341 of those selling under the hammer.
In Ringwood East, the elegant three-bedroom home at 22 Nicholson Street was sold before auction. The home is situated on a large allotment of approximately 777 sq m, in an ideal court location and is ready for a new future. The home features open plan living and dining with spacious kitchen. Located close to a range of amenities such as schools, transport and shops, this home is perfectly suited to a growing family. Both the vendors and purchasers were thrilled with the result.
In a tranquil setting, 205/56 Harp Road in Kew went under the hammer on Saturday. The contemporary apartment has been stylishly appointed and offers two bedrooms, living/dining and well equipped kitchen as well as a large alfresco balcony with parkland outlook. The purchasers will enjoy the benefits of inner city living with is convenient location or the peace and tranquility of the outer Circle Trail as a verdant backdrop. On auction day the home was sold for $727,500.
This Thursday, head to Canterbury Girl's Secondary College for their Moonlight Market. Commencing at 6pm, the market will offer food trucks, live music, a photo booth, baked goods and Art Exhibition.
Our Lady of Sion College production of 'Anything Goes' will open this Friday at the colleges' Miriam Theatre. Head to trybooking.com/LLXK to get your tickets.
This weekend in the Yarra Ranges, enjoy Trivia with a twist at Olinda Community House. Dress up with a touch of pirates and pearls and get ready for a night of fun, games and entertainment. It costs $25 per person payable to Sassafras Primary School and BYO drinks and nibbles. On this Saturday from 7- 11pm!
A big congratulations to Michael Richardson on competing in the 2016 REIV Victorian Auctioneers Competition Final at Crown Melbourne yesterday. He called a fantastic auction and although didn't walk away with the title, he did a fantastic job and should be honored to be ranked in the top 5 auctioneers in Victoria. Well done Richo!
Michael Richardson competing at the 2016 REIV Victorian Auctioneers Competition Final.
by Michael Richardson in Miscellaneous