Live at Abode 318 your greatest asset
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Russell Street Living Abode318 is located at 318 Russell Street, Melbourne. This corner of the CBD is characterised by a mix of heritage listed buildings, contemporary architecture and green spaces. Russell Street itself is lined with established leafy trees and ends one block north of the Abode318 development at the intersection with Carlton Gardens. Several of the state s major educational institutions including the State Library, RMIT and Melbourne University, occupy several of the surrounding city blocks. Popular shopping precincts including the QV building, Melbourne Central, GPO and the Bourke Street Mall are also an easy walk from the Russell Street site. When it comes to dining options in the local area, Abode318 residents will have access to a wide range of cuisines from budget cafes to fine dining restaurants. Carlton s famous Lygon Street serves up some of the city s best Italian, while Little Bourke Street (China Town) is the best destination for Chinese cuisine. Living in the CBD also allows access to greater Melbourne and beyond as it lies at the heart of the city s train, tram and bus network. Abode318 is within a short walk to Melbourne Central train station and Swanston Street trams. 3
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Designer Finishes Abode318 comprises a wide range of apartment designs to cater for a variety of lifestyles in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations. In total there 436 apartments with more than 80 unique designs, each one meticulously planned to ensure its space and orientation is optimised. The highest quality finishes and fixtures have been selected for durability, practicality and aesthetics to ensure that each Abode318 apartment has a timeless style which is easy to maintain. Each apartment has been carefully planned to achieve the best possible views regardless of level or orientation. Floor to ceiling double glazing capitalises on panoramic city views and welcomes an abundance of natural light into each residence. The western side of the building will enjoy an aspect that spans the city skyline, with some apartments capturing views all the way to Port Phillip Bay. The eastern side of the building will take in the green spaces of Carlton and Fitzroy Gardens. Apartment Features Miele appliances Stone bench tops Timber veneer cabinetry Advanced thermal glazing High ceilings Concealed reverse cycle heating/cooling LED lighting Built in robes Window furnishings Video intercom 5
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Amenites Beyond your Abode318 apartment, enjoy access to generous private amenity for entertaining, relaxing and working out. The entire 9th floor will be dedicated to quality resident facilities. In addition, the Sky Lounge on level 55 will comprise a luxurious private lounge and dining space with the city skyline providing a spectacular backdrop. It will also incorporate a health and well-being area for the exclusive use of residents living on levels 38 to 54, with a fully equipped gymnasium, sauna, steam room and relaxation area, all boasting magnificent views. For peace of mind and convenience Abode318 will be serviced, seven days a week by building management, security and concierge personnel. Resident Amenity Swimming pool Steam room Sauna Fully equipped gym BBQ terrace Relaxation rooms Lounge and bar Meeting rooms Lobby Sky lounge 7
The team behind the building The vision for Abode318 was to create the most liveable apartments in the world s most liveable city. A building in a CBD location second to none, which would provide owners with lasting value and residents with an unparalleled level of amenity. PDG Joint Developer Founded in 1985, the PDG Group of Companies is a privately owned, customer centric, property business focused on providing quality spaces to live and work in metropolitan Melbourne. With a track record for creating some of Melbourne s landmark commercial and residential properties, PDG has secured a reputation for excellence, innovation and customer care. The growth and success of their business is built upon choosing the right partners to work with, selecting and maintaining a highly motivated and forward thinking team of staff and keeping their clients top of mind in every decision they make. www.pdg.com.au Schiavello Joint Developer Schiavello was founded in 1966 on the premise that anything is possible. Today they are one of the most respected furniture and fit-out companies in Australia and are a top 100 Australian private company, employing over 1,300 people. Disegno Australia Designers Disegno Australia, PDG s inhouse architecture and design team, is involved in all stages of the development process from initial design, through to construction, ensuring that all projects are completed to the highest possible standard. Disegno Australia has worked in partnership with a number of architectural practices, teaming up to create some of Melbourne s most impressive new landmarks for PDG including Prima Pearl and Abode318. www.disegnoaustralia.com.au Probuild Construction Probuild is a dynamic national construction company with a proud history spanning more than 25 years. Innovation, commitment and experience underpin their reputation as a leader in construction. Probuild s core strength lies with its people, who are dedicated to teamwork and delivering excellence with a focus on safety and the environment. www.probuild.com.au www.schiavello.com.au 8
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Frequently Asked Questions Why choose Melcorp Property? Original selling agents As an associated company of the developers PDG, Melcorp were responsible for originally selling Abode318 off-the-plan. As such, they have an intimate knowledge of the building, its facilities and the different apartment types available. Track record - Melcorp have managed resales and rentals for a number of other PDG developments including Prima Pearl in Southbank, Zen, Verve and Milano in the CBD, and The Artist in Fitzroy. Melcorp s track record with these developments is outstanding, with the agency consistently outperforming the market. Melbourne only - Having a single market focus means that Melcorp s resources and knowledge are not dispersed across a number of markets. Inner Melbourne comprises a range of different pockets, each with their own unique appeal, culture and micro market conditions. Melcorp make it a priority to understand each of these areas and indeed the unique characteristics of individual residential buildings. Abode318 office - In addition to three other inner Melbourne locations, Melcorp has a brand new office within Abode318. This on-site presence allows Melcorp to provide a convenient and dedicated service to owners, landlords and tenants of Abode318 and provides the perfect high traffic location to gain marketing exposure for listings. How do I purchase a property within Abode318? A deposit equal to 10% of the total contract price will be applicable at time of signing with balance due at settlement. I require finance for my property purchase; can you recommend a company who can assist me? Connect Finance is an experienced and fully accredited finance company. The team have helped many people in achieving their financial goals be it the purchase of a new home or wealth creation through smart investing. Their specialty lies in financial solutions for first home buyers, investors and international purchasers. For overseas customers, Connect Finance has brokers who are multilingual. Connect Finance has recently been ranked as the fourth best performing Victorian mortgage broker in the AFG group. Their services are completely free of charge to you. Connect Finance holds full membership with the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) and hold an Australian Credit License through Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC). They have long established relationships with all the major Australian Banks, as well as numerous smaller financial institutions to allow you to select from a wide range of finance products and tailor a finance package to suit your individual needs. Who will manage the building? PDG and Schiavello will appoint owners corporation manager, OCM to manage Abode318 post settlement. OCM is a PDG associated company, which was established to offer owners of PDG developments peace of mind for their investment, ensuring that clients and their interests are looked after long after the purchase. A dedicated team will manage the upkeep and maintenance of common property as well as the administrative and accounting requirements associated with the building. OCM have a proven track record of managing PDG developments including Prima Pearl, The Artist, Zen and the 50 Franklin Street office tower. 11
Melcorp Head Office 477 Swanston Street Melbourne VIC 3000 +61 3 9663 1117 Melcorp at Abode318 308 Russell Street Melbourne VIC 3000 +61 3 9663 1117 Melcorp at Prima Tower 11 Power Street Southbank VIC 3006 +61 3 9696 8869 Melcorp at Zen 23 Therry Street Melbourne VIC 3000 +61 3 8638 1818 info@melcorp.com.au melcorp.com.au