The property market is something Aussies spend more time thinking about than they’d like to admit to, but everyone knows not all homes are created equal. Here at On The Market, we scour countless property listings to share the best of the best, from palatially proportioned waterfront palaces to meticulously designed studio apartments.
Toorak is home to plenty of big houses, but few are as thoughtfully designed as this. With sweeping curves, off-form concrete, and slimline brickwork, you’ve got a facade that feels equal parts sculptural and quietly commanding, while inside, full-height glazing, three levels of Venetian plaster and solid oak balance scale and intimacy with ease.
The north-facing living areas are where you’ll want to spend most of your time, but when mealtimes arrive, the Volakas marble kitchen and concealed scullery elevate daily life into something special. Upstairs, four ensuite bedrooms enjoy that same northern light, and elsewhere through the home, you’ll find a plunge pool, cellar, gym, and turntable garage.
Located on a rare dual-frontage site in a riverside enclave, this property is something of a masterclass in contemporary Australian architecture, with its design from Inarc Architects and gardens meticulously planned by the famed Paul Bangay.
Address: 5 Glover Court, Toorak VIC 3142
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Car spaces: 4
Price Guide: $12,000,000 to $13,000,000
At some point, when modern life becomes all too much, we’ve all dreamed of escaping it all and living out our years on a private island. For anyone interested in making that dream a reality, Ram Island is on the market as one of the relatively few (and certainly best-appointed) private islands available right now.
Hidden just off Tasmania’s east coast, Ram Island is a 26-hectare secluded (but not remote) landholding that’s elevated above the shoreline and home to a custom-built residence that blends natural timber and steel. Its next owner can expect uninterrupted views across Freycinet, Maria Island, and the mainland, while the home itself is designed for self-sufficient coastal living with two kitchens, generous accommodation, and seamless indoor–outdoor flow.
Powered by a solid off-grid solar system and supported by extensive water storage, the island operates as a fully realised retreat, minutes from shore yet entirely its own. With sheltered bays, jetty access and development potential (STCA), Ram Island is a once-in-a-generation sanctuary ready for its next chapter.
Address: 1 Ram Island, Little Swanport TAS 7190
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 10
Price Guide: $4,500,000+
Within the increasingly upmarket region of Byron Bay, some properties stand head and shoulders above the rest. Coda is one of them, set across 120 acres of the Byron hinterland as a sculptural residence designed by the expert team at Llewela Griffiths Architects.
You’re getting three-metre ceilings, skylights, and full-height glazed windows that frame cinematic views across rolling hills, while the obviously light-filled living zones unfold with serious scale. Interior details include polished concrete, walnut joinery, and ambient lighting that work in harmony to establish the mood and cement it as a refreshed standard of luxury that blends smart sustainability and refined comfort.
Part home, part landmark, Coda represents a creative vision come to life, infused with elegance, restraint, and attention to detail.
Address: 48 Myocum Ridge Road, Myocum NSW 2481
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Car spaces: 10
Price Guide: $13,900,000
