110/107 Roden Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

1 bed, 1 bath | The Marker development | West Melbourne fringe | CBD walkable | investor-grade or starter home The buying case rests on location efficiency and scarcity of entry-level stock in a tightly held pocket of West Melbourne. The Marker is a modern complex with consistent quality finishes, and the one-bedroom configuration with built-in robes and a designer bathroom offers a clean, low-maintenance footprint that suits both first-home buyers seeking CBD proximity and investors targeting professional tenant demand. The position near Errol Street, Queen Victoria Market, and Flagstaff Gardens strengthens rental appeal and capital resilience in a suburb with limited new supply. The primary risk is unit density within a large development, which can cap capital growth relative to smaller boutique blocks and may affect resale differentiation. No car space is assumed, which narrows the buyer pool to those prioritising walkability over parking. That said, the West Melbourne market shows steady absorption for well-presented one-bedders, and the lack of confirmed body corporate fees means due diligence on sinking fund health is essential. For an investor, the property works as a hold-and-lease play; for an owner-occupier, it delivers urban convenience without premium pricing.