1/2 Hortense Street, Maribyrnong VIC 3032

1 bed, 1 bath, 1 car | ground-floor flat | Maribyrnong pocket | below-estimated value entry This flat offers a rare combination for a first-home buyer or investor: a one-bedroom unit with a dedicated car space in a suburb with strong amenity, no detected overlay constraints, and a price guide sitting below its estimated market value. The school zoning and proximity to Highpoint Shopping Centre add genuine livability and tenant appeal, while the absence of bushfire or flood overlays removes common planning frictions. It suits someone wanting a low-maintenance foothold in the inner west without paying a premium for the building’s age or position. The key risk is internal condition and body corporate costs, which are not disclosed and could erode the apparent value gap. A buyer should verify the owners corporation fees and any special levies before committing, as these can turn a cheap entry into an expensive hold. The rental estimate of $455 per week suggests reasonable yield if costs are controlled, but the unit’s exact position in the complex matters for light and noise. If the interior is sound, this is a hold-and-rent property, not a flip.