| Construction started | Sep 2014 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | Nov 2014 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | 2014 | The Istana Apartments completed: 25 floors |
Each cost is the estimate on that record. Stages of a project often repeat its full value, so these don't add up to what was spent.
| 27 July 2023 | 105R - Construction of a restaurant fitout to an existing liquor shop | $40k |
| 16 Sept 2022 | Lot (Common Property 2) - Alteration to existing residential building being replacement of existing glazed balustrades to levels 10-25 only (2). | $0 |
| 01 Sept 2022 | Resolution of additional cladding related building notice matters comprising replacement of cladding to canopies on the southern and eastern façade of the building. | $96k |
| 25 Feb 2022 | Cladding Rectification | $744k |
| 02 Dec 2020 | Lot (Common Property 2) - Alteration to existing residential building being replacement of existing glazed balustrades to levels 10-25 only (2). | $0 |
| 05 Mar 2020 | Replacement of Existing Entry Doors | $21k |
| 28 Mar 2019 | Tenancy 108R - Fit-out to an Existing Retail Tenancy | $30k |
| 16 Nov 2018 | Tenancy S109R - Alterations to existing Retail | $120k |
| 20 Dec 2017 | Apartments 2206 & 2207 - Proposed Alterations to Existing Apartments | $50k |
| 21 June 2017 | Shop 2 - Internal tenancy fit out for Charisma Workshop | $200k |
| 15 Dec 2016 | Shop 1 - Additions to an existing building - Construction of a mezzanine within an existing shop | $60k |
| 13 Nov 2015 | Proposed mezzanine level | $90k |
| 10 June 2015 | Stage 2 - External signage and shopfront. | $5k |
| 01 May 2015 | Stage 1 - Internal fitout works only (Shop 102R) - Construction of an internal shop fitout - Milkbar | $25k |
| 06 Nov 2014 | Stage 3 - To Permit Inground Services Work | $90.0m |
| 06 Nov 2014 | Stage 4 - Columns & Walls | $90.0m |
| 06 Nov 2014 | Stage 6 - Building Works: Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic Services. Excluding All Fire Services | $90.0m |
| 30 Sept 2014 | Stage 1 - New Mixed Use Residential & Commercial Development - Sewer Diversion | $261k |
| 30 Sept 2014 | Stage 2 - To Permit Piling Works, Ground Beams And Pile Caps | $90.0m |
| 30 Sept 2014 | Stage 5 - Structural Steel for Canopies & Car Park Facade and Post-Tensioning for Levels 1-4. | $90.0m |
| 30 Sept 2014 | Stage 7 - Architectural Design & Fire Services | $90.8m |
| 16 Oct 2009 | Proposed Construction of Tower at 218-236 A'Beckett Street | $8k |
Is The Istana Apartments residential or commercial?
The Istana Apartments mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was The Istana Apartments built?
The Istana Apartments was completed in 2014.
How many floors does The Istana Apartments have?
The Istana Apartments has 25 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in The Istana Apartments?
The Istana Apartments has 320 homes. The national address file lists 0 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in The Istana Apartments?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 122 1 bed, 172 2 bed and 26 3+ bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
Does The Istana Apartments have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 232 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
What do apartments cost near The Istana Apartments?
The median unit price in Melbourne was $545,000 in 2025, from the Victorian Property Sales Report. That's for the whole suburb, not this building.
What businesses are in The Istana Apartments?
The latest council census counted 9 businesses in The Istana Apartments, including Bentoman, City Liquor Shop and City Mart Australia.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in The Istana Apartments?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 218-236 A'Beckett Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in The Istana Apartments?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built The Istana Apartments?
Magna Prima developed The Istana Apartments, Rptecture Architects designed it and Hickory Developments built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is The Istana Apartments?
About 74 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 178 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.
What public transport is near The Istana Apartments?
Flagstaff Station is the nearest train station, about 3 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Franklin St/Peel St #8, about 2 minutes' walk.
What is the planning zone for The Istana Apartments?
The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 1 (CCZ1).
Has any work been done on The Istana Apartments recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 11 building permits for The Istana Apartments since 2009. The most recent was in July 2023.
Sources: City of Melbourne building permits (CC BY 4.0); CLUE building information (CC BY 4.0); CLUE business establishments (CC BY 4.0); CLUE residential dwellings (CC BY 4.0); Development Activity Monitor (CC BY 4.0); Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF) (Open G-NAF EULA (CC BY 4.0 based)). General information from public records, not legal, financial or building advice.
