Parkside prestige: The rise of Melbourne’s grand new address

AT A GLANCE: 

• Developer: Cbus Property
• Architect: Bates Smart
• Address: 437 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
• Number of Residences: 77

Melbourne’s picturesque St Kilda Road has always been synonymous with prestige: a tree-lined boulevard housing the CBD’s cultural icons like the Arts Centre, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, and National Gallery of Victoria, as well as some of the city’s finest dining and shopping precincts.

Adorned with green parklands including the popular Fawkner Park, Alexandra Gardens, Domain Parklands, and the Royal Botanic Gardens – home to The Tan, Melbourne’s most popular running route – St Kilda Road attracts outdoor exercise enthusiasts in droves, as well as people seeking pristine and peaceful places to enjoy a leisurely stroll or picnic.

This iconic Melbourne esplanade is set to welcome Four Three Seven: an iconic, $350 million residential development which will feature 77 Bates Smart-designed apartments, offering a selection of two-bedroom, three-bedroom, half-floor, and full-floor residences across 17 levels.

Positioned in a prime location directly on the city’s beloved Fawkner Park, at the juncture of St Kilda Road and Slater Street, Four Three Seven is designed to capture Melbourne’s vibrant culture while offering an oasis of tranquillity. 

“Four Three Seven is testament to genuine city-shaping foresight and represents a new chapter in Melbourne living, one where nature and design collide to forge an extraordinary lifestyle for the culture and art enthusiasts, the innovators and those who appreciate the finest level of detail,” said Cbus Property’s CEO, Adrian Pozzo.

“In such a prime location, close to fantastic schools, transport, and cultural experiences, the synergy of past and future is palpable, offering an unrivalled opportunity for discerning buyers seeking to be part of Melbourne’s enduring story.”

Exclusive wellbeing amenities

Epitomising luxury, Four Three Seven boasts an array of five-star hotel-style amenities designed to cater to every aspect of sophisticated living, prioritising comfort and convenience for residents.

This extensive amenity includes a grand ground floor lobby and porte cochére with dedicated concierge, 25-metre indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room, residents’ lounge, private dining room, and elevated landscaped outdoor terrace – plus secure basement parking across three levels and dedicated bike storage.

Inspired by St Kilda’s beloved character

The design philosophy of Four Three Seven aims to marry the historical Art Deco aesthetic of St Kilda Road with modern, sustainable design principles.

“We took our design inspiration from St Kilda Road’s beloved and beautiful curved Art Deco apartment buildings, while incorporating streamlined, modern, and sustainable biophilic design principles and contemporary design elements,” said Bates Smart’s associate director, Grant Filipoff.

“Sensitive to the external environment and natural beauty of the surrounding parklands, gardens and reserves, including the Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park, and Fawkner Park, we wanted to invite nature to positively influence daily life and ensure a seamless integration of urban living with natural serenity.

“We made subtle integrations, such as balcony extensions and perimeter planter boxes, to enhance the connection to nature.”

Customise your home

Extensive customisation options are available for residents to personalise their living spaces, including choices in flooring, cabinetry, and decorative finishes, allowing purchasers to “transform their residence’s interior spaces to reflect their individual style and living preferences.”

Kitchens, bathrooms, and ensuites come in three meticulously curated schemes, warm, cool and dark; while customised cabinetry will allow purchasers to decide whether they would prefer extra cupboard space, drawers and bookshelves, a study nook or even a bar.

“As with all residences by Cbus Property and Bates Smart, the fixtures, fittings, and finishes combine to deliver a living environment of relaxed yet refined quality,” said Adrian.

“The high degree of customisation means that every choice of colour, material, appliance and finish will work in harmony to create a natural legacy of exceptional craftsmanship.”

Construction for Four Three Seven is soon to commence in Q2 of 2025. With the display gallery now open, you can take a look at this offering yourself before it’s even built. More information here.

Pricing for the residences starts from $1.95 million for a circa 125-square-metre two-bedroom residence and $2.825 million for a circa 155-square-metre three-bedroom residence. Half- and full-floor residences start from $8 million.

For more information or to enquire about Four Three Seven, click here.