7/84 Westbury Street, Balaclava, Vic 3183

This dual-level apartment is a rare find, perfectly balancing vibrant urban living with a calm retreat, all just metres from the bustle of Carlisle Street's café scene. You'll love how peaceful it is, even though you're right in the thick of it all.

The reverse layout maximises light and space, with the upper level incorporating a bright, super-generous open-plan living and dining room crowned with soaring ceilings. Massive windows flood the space with natural light, while the north-facing balcony is ready to host summer BBQs or relaxed catch ups with friends. There's also a handy study nook tucked away, and a sleek kitchen with stone benchtops and an Asko dishwasher.

Downstairs, two bedrooms come with built-in robes and their own slice of outdoor bliss, One bedroom opens to a front deck with a calming views of aesthetically pleasing Yuccas, while the other connects to an intimate rear courtyard. You'll also find a modern bathroom and a European laundry, plus polished concrete floors bringing an edgy, industrial vibe into the entry.

Extras such as air conditioning, panel heating, a secure car space, and intercom entry add convenience to the mix. With trams, shops, restaurants, and Balaclava Station all just a stroll away, it's hard to believe you can be so close to the action yet retreat to such a peaceful place to call home.