There are apartments in South Brisbane, and then there is 42/72 Merivale Street, a residence with the space, the outdoor living and the address to match.
Moments from Fish Lane, South Bank and the Cultural Precinct, this home offers something rarely found this close to the CBD: room to spread out, inside and out.
Inside, the layout is generous and flexible. A large carpeted living room, finished with a striking feature wall, has plenty of space for lounging, movie nights or a home theatre. It flows into a light-filled tiled dining zone and a built-in study with twin workstations, custom cabinetry and open shelving. Floor-to-ceiling glass opens onto a private side balcony, framed by green screening for privacy and a calm outlook.
Then there is the terrace. Stretching off the dining area, this huge covered entertaining space is the real centrepiece of the home. There's room for outdoor dining, lounge settings, a barbecue and even a hammock, all with an open-sky outlook over the South Brisbane skyline. It's a true extension of the living space, made for weekend entertaining, long lunches and Brisbane evenings outdoors.
The kitchen is crisp and practical, with stone benchtops, a wall oven, ceramic cooktop, dishwasher and generous drawer and cupboard storage. A servery window connects it to the living areas.
The bedrooms have high ceilings, clerestory windows and plantation shutters, with sliding doors opening onto a balcony that looks into the treetops. The bathrooms are finished in a clean, contemporary style, with frameless walk-in showers, stone vanities and heated towel rails. A separate full-sized laundry adds everyday convenience.
Ducted air conditioning, secure building access and excellent storage throughout make this home as easy to live in as it is to enjoy.
And then there is the location.
Step outside and South Brisbane is your neighbourhood. Fish Lane's dining scene, South Bank Parklands, QPAC, GOMA and the State Library are all close by, and South Brisbane Station and the CBD are within easy walking distance. The home is also in the Brisbane State High School catchment.
42/72 Merivale Street isn't simply an apartment in South Brisbane. It's a rare chance to secure space, privacy and genuine outdoor living in one of Brisbane's most connected inner-city pockets.
