1/37 Queen Street, Coburg

On the fringe of Brunswick, this modern townhouse is private, light-filled and easy to live in. The façade instantly catches the eye, but step inside and you'll be completely won over by the thoughtful design. At the front, a study gives you a quiet retreat to work, read or escape. Further in, the living and dining room is relaxed and bright, lifted by a pastel feature wall. The kitchen is appointed with white subway tile splashbacks, a dishwasher and a breakfast bar that pulls people in for a quick chat or an unhurried glass of wine. Glass doors connect to an alfresco deck with a patch of grass that's easy to enjoy. Upstairs two comfortable robed bedrooms continue the soft, calming palette, while the modern bathroom includes both a bath and separate shower. A powder room and laundry add convenience downstairs, while split-system air conditioning, ceiling fans, a water tank and off-street car space are further features. The location gives you the best of both worlds. Zoned for Coburg West Primary and Brunswick Secondary, and with St Fidelis Primary an easy walk, families are well served. Melville Road trams and Moreland Station make the city close, while Sydney Road offers a constant buzz of cafés, bars and food from every corner of the globe. Coburg Hill Shopping Centre and Foleys Mall are well-placed for daily errands, and weekends are shaped by the Merri Creek Trail, local parks and the Coburg Leisure Centre.