$2.2 million-$2.42 million
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Three years ago this c1915 tuck-pointed Edwardian was "an utter wreck"; today its re-selling agent describes it as reborn with one of the best renovations he's seen in 30 years. The vendors, a carpenter/builder and an interior designer, "put their heart and soul into it", with a high-quality build, subtle character in the detail and clean classic-chic styling. Between the elegant facade and the north-aspect courtyard with Smeg barbecue, there are two living areas on chevron oak floors, a deep navy 2pac Miele kitchen, downstairs en-suited main bedroom with fireplace and two upstairs bedrooms.

The agent is equally enamoured with its exquisite Armadale precinct ??? and he should know as he's lived in the cul de sac for 15 years, bonded to the tranquil yet ultra-handy neighbourhood between High Street's cafes and Union Street Gardens' playground and tennis courts.

Nearly 40 groups inspected the property at its first open, some simply to soak up its inspirational designer ideas.

Auction: 11am, December 2
Agent: RT Edgar, Anthony Grimwade 0418 382 226

216 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North

Photo: Nelson Alexander

$3.5 million to $3.8 million
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

Few renovated five-bedroom Federations boasting first-class renovations are as centrally located as this gem. Within a deliciously deep block a sanctuary of formal and informal living rooms, pressed metalwork, original leadlight windows, bi-fold doors to an entertainer's deck, and dual off-street parking betray the property's inner-city address. Nelson Alexander's Tom Alexiadis will handle its auction on December 2.

84 Walpole Street, Kew

Photo: Marshall White

$3.7 million-$4 million
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car spaces

With lush gardens designed by Rick Eckersley, it's easy to see why this home once featured in House & Garden. The four-bedroom c1928 pad retains period detailing and pairs it with a contemporary renovation. Marshall White's James Tostevin will take the property to auction on December 2.