Our Sales Team
Bill Karp
Natalie Drazic
Paul Filippone
Tony Catena
Jim Michaels
Walter Mahch
Caleb Venneri
Olivia D’Cruz
Anthony Molinaro
Aaron Taranto
Edmond Lazar
Stefan Luci
Angelo Taranto
Francesca Carasavidis
Harry Tzirvelakis
Zak Trad Luke O’Callaghan
Eray Ozyurt
There’s a definite change in pace across the market this week. The holidays feel like a distant memory, routines are locked back in, and 2026 is now fully underway. Buyers are active, decision-making has sharpened, and conversations have shifted from “watching the market” to “ready to move.”
This return to normality is always a telling time. Enquiry levels stabilise, inspections become more purposeful, and serious buyers begin narrowing their focus. We’re seeing greater clarity around pricing expectations and a more confident approach from both sides of the transaction as the year’s direction starts to take shape.
As we move closer to Easter, the sense of urgency naturally begins to build. Many buyers are keen to secure a property before the seasonal pause, while sellers are weighing up whether to take advantage of current conditions rather than wait. Historically, this pre-Easter window can be one of the most productive periods of the first half of the year.
Quality stock continues to attract strong attention, and well-prepared homes are being rewarded. In a market where buyers are informed and selective, presentation, strategy and timing remain key to achieving premium results.
With the year now in full swing, the weeks ahead present genuine opportunity. Whether you’re considering buying, selling or leasing, we’re here to help you navigate the market with clarity and confidence as the lead-up to Easter unfolds.
Bill
Karp
0418 310 863
Director
(O.I.E.C), Auctioneer,
Licensed Estate
Agent
Barry Plant - Essendon | Keilor East | Gladstone Park
A home truly comes alive through the richness of its textures and the warmth of its touch.
Design, at its most profound, engages all our senses. Beyond mere visual appeal, it is the tactile quality of a space that truly draws us in, inviting us to linger and feel deeply connected to our surroundings. The art of touch in interior design is about creating environments that are not just seen but experienced, where every surface, fabric, and object contributes to a layered, deeply inviting, and sensory rich narrative.
The thoughtful combination of diverse textures is what breathes character and profound comfort into a home. From the raw, honest grip of natural stone to the reassuring softness of linen and the deep pile of wool, each material adds a unique note to the symphony of the senses. This approach moves beyond purely aesthetic considerations, creating spaces that feel curated, authentic, and inherently liveable. It transforms a house into a haven that wraps its inhabitants in a feeling of warmth, depth, and understated luxury, inviting a tangible connection with every element.
Palette and Texture
The strategic interplay between colour and texture is fundamental to creating a deeply engaging interior. An earthy, muted colour palette, rich in rust tones, deep beiges, and warm creams, gains extraordinary depth when applied to varied textures. Imagine the nuanced beauty of a plaster wall, whose subtle imperfections catch the light and add visual weight, contrasted with the soft, inviting embrace of a bouclé fabric sofa. These carefully considered combinations prevent a neutral scheme from feeling flat, instead building a sophisticated tapestry of visual and tactile interest that is both calming and profoundly engaging.
Organic Forms and Materials
Introducing organic forms and natural materials brings an essential, raw beauty into the home. Sculptural elements crafted from terracotta, rough-hewn timber, or artisanal ceramics serve as visual anchors and invite interaction. These objects, often celebrating the inherent imperfections of their natural state, offer a grounding connection to the earth and add an artisanal touch that speaks of craftsmanship and timelessness. Such pieces soften the crisp lines of modern architecture, infusing the space with a sense of authenticity and a quiet, natural elegance that feels both collected and deeply personal.
Softness and Comfort
The ultimate expression of tactile design lies in the strategic deployment of luxurious textiles, transforming a space into a haven of comfort. Plush sofas, generously filled cushions, and deep-pile rugs are not merely decorative; they are essential invitations to relax and unwind. The choice of fabrics, from the comforting weight of a linen throw to the velvety feel of a cushion, plays a crucial role in balancing harder surfaces and sharper architectural lines. These elements of softness are key to making a space feel truly habitable, enveloping residents in a gentle warmth that fosters relaxation and a profound sense of home.
BARRY
Aberfeldie 2/11 St Kinnord Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 10.00am
A 2 B 1 C 1
$480,000 - $520,000
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Airport West
1/71 Mcintosh Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 1.00pm
A 3 B 2 C 2
$780,000 - $850,000
Airport West
6A Hilbert Road
Private Sale.
A 3 B 2 C 1
$1,075,000 - $1,175,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Olivia D’Cruz 0430 726 253
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Airport West 1/109 Mcnamara Avenue
Auction. Saturday 28 February 12.00pm
A 4 B 3 C 1
$850,000 - $890,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Airport West 1/41 York Street
Auction. Saturday 21 February 10.00am
A 3 B 2 C 1
$770,000 - $840,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Olivia D’Cruz 0430 726 253
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Avondale Heights
3 Dalwood Place
Private Sale.
A 6 B 3 C 2
$1,525,000 - $1,625,000
Walter Mahch 0402 989 300
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Ascot Vale 206/2 Mascoma Street
Private Sale.
A 2 B 2 C 1
$640,000 - $680,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Coburg North 2/767-769 Sydney Road
Private Sale.
A 2 B 1 C 1
$495,000
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Essendon 204/201 Buckley Street
Private Sale.
A 1 B 1 C 1
$270,000 - $290,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Essendon North 410/150 Keilor Road
Private Sale.
A 1 B 1 C 1
$400,000 - $430,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Essendon 6/38 Lawson Street
Auction. Saturday 21 February 3.00pm
A 3 B 3 C 1
$690,000 - $750,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Olivia D’Cruz 0430 726 253
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Essendon West 1/29 Hampton Road
Private Sale.
A 4 B 2 C 2
$1,295,000
Walter Mahch 0402 989 300
Bill Karp 0418 310 863
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Footscray 205/8 Joseph Road
Private Sale.
A 2 B 2 C 1
$580,000 - $635,000
Anthony Molinaro 0413 775 455
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Greenvale 28 Candlebark Drive
Auction. Saturday 21 February 3.00pm
A 6 B 2 C 2
$1,030,000 - $1,080,000
Edmond Lazar 0428 808 808
Aaron Taranto 0468 615 874
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Glenroy 24A Cosmos Street
Auction. Saturday 21 February 10.30am
A 2 B 1 C 1
$620,000 - $680,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Greenvale 6 Carramar Way
Auction. Saturday 14 February 2.30pm
A 5 B 3 C 1
$880,000 - $930,000
Edmond Lazar 0428 808 808
Francesca Carasavidis 0490 183 143
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Greenvale 66 Clare Boulevard Private Sale.
A 4 B 3 C 2
$1,080,000 - $1,180,000
Aaron Taranto 0468 615 874
Edmond Lazar 0428 808 808
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Greenvale 663 Somerton Road
Auction. Sunday 22 February 1.00pm
A 6 B 2 C 3
$1,400,000 - $1,500,000
Aaron Taranto 0468 615 874
Edmond Lazar 0428 808 808
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Greenvale 9 Everingham Court
Auction. Saturday 28 February 3.30pm
A 3 B 2 C 2
$980,000 - $1,050,000
Edmond Lazar 0428 808 808
Aaron Taranto 0468 615 874
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Keilor 39-41 Church Street Private Sale.
A 4 B 3 C 3
$2,880,000
Angelo Taranto 0407 882 995
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 49 Clarks Road
Auction. Saturday 21 February 12.00pm
A 4 B 3 C 2
$1,050,000 - $1,150,000
Walter Mahch 0402 989 300
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 3/196 Milleara Road
Private Sale.
A 3 B 2 C 1
$705,000
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 32 Milleara Road
Private Sale.
A 3 B 1 C 1
$1,140,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 10/44 Surrey Drive
Private Sale. $1,150,000
A 3 B 2 C 2
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Stefan Luci 0499 057 102
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 1/31 Surrey Drive
Auction. Tuesday 17 February 6.30pm
A 3 B 2 C 2
$800,000 - $880,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 7 Woodfull Court
Auction. Saturday 7 March 11.00am
A 4 B 3 C 2
$1,150,000 - $1,250,000
Keilor East 20A Wingara Avenue
Auction. Saturday 28 February 10.00am
A 3 B 1 C 1
$750,000 - $825,000
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Jim Michaels 0412 341 119
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor East 19 Wyong Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 11.00am
A 4 B 2 C 3
$1,350,000 - $1,450,000
Walter Mahch 0402 989 300
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor Park 16 Erebus Street
Auction. Saturday 21 February 12.30pm
A 4 B 2 C 4
$800,000 - $880,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor Park
56 Swan Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 2.00pm
A 3 B 2 C 2
$700,000 - $770,000
Anthony Molinaro 0413 775 455
Angelo Taranto 0407 882 995
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Keilor Park 9 Snow Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 12.00pm
A 4 B 2 C 4
$800,000 - $880,000
Angelo Taranto 0407 882 995
Anthony Molinaro 0413 775 455
Keilor East Office 03 9319 1700
Maribyrnong
206/7 Ordnance Reserve
Private Sale.
A 2 B 1 C 1
$450,000 - $480,000
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Francesca Carasavidis 0490 183 143
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Moonee Ponds
109/95 Buckley Street
Private Sale.
A 2 B 2 C 2
$699,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Olivia D’Cruz 0430 726 253
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Moonee Ponds
301/15 Everage Street
Private Sale.
A 2 B 2 C 1
$650,000 - $715,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Moonee Ponds G01/95 Buckley Street
Private Sale.
A 3 B 2 C 2
$1,070,000 - $1,170,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Olivia D’Cruz 0430 726 253
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Moonee Ponds
32/122 Maribyrnong Road
Private Sale.
A 3 B 2 C 2
$880,000 - $950,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Moonee Ponds 4/26 Montague Street
Auction. Saturday 14 February 2.00pm
A 2 B 1 C 1
$580,000 - $635,000
Anthony Molinaro 0413 775 455
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie 55 Hoffmans Road
Private Sale.
A 5 B 4 C 2
$3,950,000 - $4,340,000
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie 43 Haldane Road
Private Sale.
A 5 B 3 C 3
$2,700,000 - $2,900,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie 119 Hoffmans Road Private Sale.
A 4 B 3 C 2
$1,800,000 - $1,900,000
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie 93 Hotham Road
Auction. Saturday 14 February 11.00am
A 3 B 1 C 1
$1,000,000 - $1,100,000
Anthony Molinaro 0413 775 455
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie
37 Spring Street
Auction. Saturday 14 February 12.00pm
A 4 B 2 C 3
$1,300,000 - $1,400,000
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Paul Filippone 0400 155 110
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Niddrie 2/6 Ross Street
Private Sale.
A 4 B 2 C 2
$1,279,000
Tony Catena 0418 687 716
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
North Melbourne 308/25 Oxford Street
Private Sale.
A 2 B 2 C 1
$595,000 - $650,000
Caleb Venneri 0459 626 066
Harry Tzirvelakis 0426 679 443
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
North Melbourne 104/5-13 Stawell Street
Private Sale.
A 1 B 1 C 1
$385,000 - $420,000
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Westmeadows 12 Loxley Circuit
Auction. Saturday 21 February 11.30am
A 3 B 2 C 2
$600,000 - $650,000
Pascoe Vale South 15A Vaux Street
Auction. Saturday 28 February 2.00pm
A 4 B 3 C 1
$1,270,000 - $1,350,000
Bill Karp 0418 310 863
Natalie Drazic 0411 431 633
Essendon Office 03 9373 0000
Free market appraisal
How much is your home worth? What’s the market in your area doing? Which homes are selling for record prices?
To answer all your questions, speak with one of our sales team members today!
Aaron Taranto 0468 615 874
Gladstone Park Office 03 9330 1088
Considering Selling ?
A large number of our buyers missed out at our auctions over the past few weeks. They are still on the market and ready to buy.
If you’re thinking of selling, speak to one of our highly qualified team members today.
Property Management
With the year now in full swing, many property owners are taking stock of their investments and looking ahead to the months to come. A rental property remains one of the most reliable long-term investments, but like any business, it requires structure, expertise and ongoing attention to perform at its best.
From tenant selection and rent collection to maintenance, inspections and compliance, successful property management is about balancing income and expenses while protecting the long-term value of the asset. Navigating legislation, lease obligations and tenant relationships can quickly become time-consuming — and costly — without the right experience behind you.
Our Barry Plant Property Managers are fully qualified and across current tenancy legislation. More importantly, they bring a proactive, hands-on approach that ensures issues are addressed early and opportunities are maximised.
It’s the perfect time to ensure your investment is positioned correctly for the year ahead. Our priority is simple: your property is well cared for, rental payments processes are consistent and you enjoy peace of mind knowing everything is being managed professionally. We work to your preferred level of communication and make investment ownership as seamless as possible.
Jose Panameno 0426 023 423
Business Development Manager - Rental Department
Barry Plant - Essendon | Keilor East | Gladstone Park
BARRY PLANT
Essendon
877 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon VIC 3040 03 9373 0000
Keilor East 40 Amis Crescent, Keilor East VIC 3033 03 9319 1700
Gladstone Park Shop 156E Gladstone Park Shopping Centre, Gladstone Park VIC 3043 03 9330 1088