Uncompromised lifestyle meets supreme practicality in this well-designed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment within the upmarket Murray 388 apartment complex. Only 9km (approx.) to Melbourne's CBD andwalk across the road to Preston train station, trendy eateries along High Street & Preston Market and only moments from Melbourne Polytechnic, Northland Shopping Centre, parks and playgrounds, this modern Preston apartment offers clean lines and a desirable low-maintenance design in a boutique development. Located on the ground-floor for convenience, the apartment's centerpiece is its large Kitchen with huge return bench, which is perfect for preparing and eating all your meals. Equally impressive is the sleek interior of this smart and stylish abode, which features a bright sun bathed open-plan living area due to its north facing living and terrace, dressed with contemporary timber floors, a deluxe kitchen with stainless steel appliances, easy-to-clean splash back and stone benchtops and two fully-tiled bathrooms servicing two generous-sized bedrooms (main with ensuite and walk-through robe). Square-set high ceilings accentuate height and space, while large windows provide loads of natural light, split-system heating/cooling, secure access, secure basement car space (with storage cage and no car stackers) and access to a communal courtyard are further highlights of this fantastic first home or smart investment in Preston's heart. The complex also includes an abundance of guest parking, beautiful gardens and is only a few steps to Preston Market, Woolworths, Preston Train Station, Restaurants and the Gilbert Road Tram. The property is in the zone for Preston West Primary School and Preston High School. This is the perfect opportunity for the first home buyer, young family, or even the astute investor wanting to add a future-proof apartment to their portfolio.