106/6 Rochester Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065

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The Rochester is a sustainable boutique apartment development by award-winning architects Breathe Architecture. The Rochester boasts a NatHERS (Nationwide Housing Energy Rating Scheme) rating of 7 stars and is 100 per cent fossil fuel free. Unique from other sustainable builds The Rochester comes with secure basement car parking for residents for ultimate convenience.

Rochester apartments feature double glazed windows, hydronic panel heaters to living areas and bedrooms, timber parquetry flooring, a generous bedroom with BIR, Bosch induction cooktop and high exposed concrete ceilings with feature pipes. This particular apartment features upgrades including designer Carrara marble benchtops curtains, block out blinds, generous storage throughout, bathroom with walk-in shower with overhead and handheld showerhead, brass tapware throughout, wooden vanity draws and mirrored wall storage. A European laundry features a laundry tub and convenient inbuilt storage.

The most impressive feature of this particular apartment is the family size chef's kitchen with ample cupboard space and extensive Carrara marble bench space, Bosch appliances and an integrated dishwasher ideal for entertaining. Set on the northern side of the building, this apartment is bathed in natural light.

Sustainable housing with a NatHERS rating of 7 stars is not only great for the environment but also cost-of-living with long-term lower running costs than the average apartment. The Rochester features an embedded renewable energy network, rooftop solar panels, rainwater collection combined with owners corporation fees that cover individual apartment hot water usage and hydronic heating, individual apartment electricity bills are as low as $60 per month. Additional features include a secure storage cage next to the car park, and, bike storage on the ground level.

The tranquil entry features green garden beds and bespoke wood panelling which welcomes you home. Residents chat in the community What's app group and are proactive on the wonderful and dedicated OC committee.
What truly makes it sustainable is the communities diverse mix of households including families and four-legged friends, a strong and supportive community has developed at Rochester in a very short time.

Located moments to Brunswick and Smith Streets in Johnston Street trendy precinct of homeware stores (as seen on The Block) and the best of "Broadsheet" cafes and restaurants. Brunswick Street and Smith Street are serviced by trams that run directly into the CBD less than 4km away. The Rochester is in the heart of Fitzroy walking distance to Fitzroy Gardens, Aldi and Coles and a lifestyle where you never need to eat at home. In addition, Fitzroy's vibrant nightlife is on your doorstep. The Rochester is truly sustainable living in ideal urban Fitzroy.