1704/6 Joseph Road, Footscray VIC 3011

17th-floor CBD views | 2–3 bed config uncertainty | Footscray high school zone | 2.26-acre site context The apartment’s 17th-floor position with uninterrupted city views is a rare configuration in Footscray, giving it a structural advantage over lower-floor stock. The floor-to-ceiling curved glass wall and dual bathroom layout serve professional couples or small families who prioritise outlook and amenity over garden space. The Maribyrnong council area and school zoning add practical depth for owner-occupiers, while the FTTP and 5G coverage support remote work viability. This unit competes on view and floor level rather than size or land. The conflicting bedroom count across listings introduces a valuation risk—buyers should verify the actual layout before committing, as a 2-bedroom unit near the top of the price range may face slower resale. The 2018 sale at $597,000 and current estimate around $610,000 suggest limited short-term capital growth, though the 5.3% rental yield offers a holding buffer. No heritage or flood overlays reduce insurance and renovation friction. Use this property as a long-term hold for city-view lifestyle or as a stable rental with above-median yield in a tightening market.