| Construction started | Nov 2010 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | Nov 2011 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | 2011 | Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 completed: 19 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.
| 05 Mar 2026 | Proposed alterations to existing retail tenancy shop 1 | $154k |
| 18 Aug 2025 | Installation of alarm signalling device | $1k |
| 28 Aug 2024 | Installation of alarm signalling equipment (Code Red) | $1k |
| 12 Apr 2019 | Stage 4 - Installation of sprinklers to external balconies to apartments 201, 202, 401, 402, 601 and 602. | $12k |
| 31 July 2018 | Unit 605 - Internal alterations to existing apartment | $14k |
| 14 June 2017 | Ground Floor 261 Franklin Street - Proposed massage suite fitout to existing tenancy | $18k |
| 15 Jan 2015 | Stage 1 - Multi storey residential development - Piling, pile caps and ground beam works only. | $13.0m |
| 15 Jan 2015 | Stage 3 - 12 storey apartment building - Remainder of works. | $13.1m |
| 30 July 2014 | Shop 2 alteration to restaurant (GJ's Grill) | $45k |
| 03 July 2014 | Shop 1 Office fit out | $20k |
| 14 Apr 2014 | Stage 2 - 12 storey apartment building - Concrete superstructure only. | $13.0m |
| 18 Oct 2013 | Construction of Shop Fit-Out (Cafe) | $20k |
| 30 Nov 2012 | Stage 10 - Structural works for level 10. | $50.0m |
| 30 Nov 2012 | Stage 13 - Remainder of works (all works up to level 18). | $50.0m |
| 30 Nov 2012 | Stage 6 - New residential development (Stage 2) - Piling only. | $50.0m |
| 01 May 2012 | Stage 12 - All works up to Level 18. | $50.0m |
| 15 Mar 2012 | Stage 11 - Structural works level 11 to 13. | $50.0m |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Stage 1 - New residential development. | $14.0m |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Stage 2 - Civil and Structural works up to level 1. | $50.0m |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Stage 4 - Structural works for levels 3 to 9. | $50.0m |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Stage 8 - Remainder of stage 1 works including canopy and roof top plant. | $142 |
| 02 June 2011 | Stage 9 - Structural works for level 1 to 9 (remainder of Stage 2). | $50.0m |
| 27 Apr 2011 | Stage 7 - Piles, raft piles, footings, walls and columns. | $50.0m |
| 27 Jan 2011 | Stage 5 - Architectural and services works, ground floor to level 9. | $50.0m |
| 04 Nov 2010 | Stage 3 - Structural works up to level 2. | $50.0m |
Is Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 residential or commercial?
Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 built?
Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 was completed in 2011.
How many floors does Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 have?
Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 has 19 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 has 316 homes. The national address file lists 324 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 1 bed and 2 bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
What do apartments cost near Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
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 Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
The latest council census counted 4 businesses in Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8, including Airflow Coffee Co, Area Studio and Central Thunder Relaxation.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 243-263 Franklin Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
Mider developed Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8, Artisan Architects designed it and Icon Co built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
About 56 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 257 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.
What public transport is near Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
Flagstaff Station is the nearest train station, about 3 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Franklin St/Peel St #8, about 1 minute's walk.
What is the planning zone for Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8?
The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 1 (CCZ1).
Does Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS628109 has 322 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Who bought the land for Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8, and when?
In February 2009, Mider bought the site opposite Queen Victoria Market for planned hotel and apartment towers.
Has any work been done on Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 10 building permits for Infinity 8 & Infinity 88 & Grand 8 since 2010. The most recent was in July 2014.
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.
