| Planning application | 2014 | Planning application TPM-2014-44 lodged |
| Approved | By 2020 | Planning permit granted (exact date not recorded) |
| Construction started | Apr 2020 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | May 2022 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | By Nov 2023 | Aspire Melbourne completed: 65 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 Oct 2025 | Tenancy R2 Internal alterations new sanitary facility | $110k |
| 05 Sept 2023 | Stage 3: Architectural works and Services installation from Basement Level B4 to Level 7. Horizontal Structure from Level 10 to Level 50 & Vertical Structure from Level 10 to Level 65. | $201.8m |
| 05 Sept 2023 | Stage 4: This permit includes: Architectural Level 08 - Level 58, Services Level 08 - Level 40, & Facade Level 01 & Level 50. Balustrades Level 01 to Level 09. This permit excludes: Construction and installation of the fire rated treatment between the curtain wall junctions of the slab edge and the lightweight fire rated walls. The pool and spa and associated barriers and gates. | $201.8m |
| 13 Apr 2023 | Stage 2: Full Concrete and Steel Structure From Basement 3 to Level 9 Inclusive | $183.4m |
| 09 Dec 2022 | Stage 6 - Architectural L59-Roof, Services L59-Roof. | $201.8m |
| 30 Sept 2022 | New Apartment Tower - Stage 1: Construction of Piling, Anchors and Capping Beam. Bulk Excavation, Foundation Piles and Footings and In-ground Civil Services. | $201.8m |
| 30 Sept 2022 | Stage 3: Architectural works and Services installation from Basement Level B4 to Level 7. Horizontal Structure from Level 10 to Level 50 & Vertical Structure from Level 10 to Level 65. | $201.8m |
| 30 Sept 2022 | Stage 5: Architectural and structural level 9 pool area, Services Level 41-51 & Facade Level 51-Roof, Ground/Ground Mezz (inc GRC) & L9 pool area / L11 skylight, L9 external canopy pods, L9 external doors, Structure horizontal slabs L51-Roof, Level 9 Davit arms package | $202.6m |
| 30 May 2022 | Stage 4: This permit includes: Architectural Level 08 - Level 58, Services Level 08 - Level 40, & Facade Level 01 & Level 50. Balustrades Level 01 to Level 09. This permit excludes: Construction and installation of the fire rated treatment between the curtain wall junctions of the slab edge and the lightweight fire rated walls. The pool and spa and associated barriers and gates. | $201.8m |
| 18 Mar 2022 | Stage 5: Architectural and structural level 9 pool area, Services Level 41-51 & Facade Level 51-Roof, Ground/Ground Mezz (inc GRC) & L9 pool area / L11 skylight, L9 external canopy pods, L9 external doors, Structure horizontal slabs L51-Roof, Level 9 Davit arms package | $202.6m |
| 22 Oct 2021 | Stage 3: Architectural works and Services installation from Basement Level B4 to Level 7. Horizontal Structure from Level 10 to Level 50 & Vertical Structure from Level 10 to Level 65. | $201.8m |
| 01 July 2020 | Demolition of a Three Storey Commercial Building | $440k |
| 09 Apr 2020 | New Apartment Tower - Stage 1: Construction of Piling, Anchors and Capping Beam. Bulk Excavation, Foundation Piles and Footings and In-ground Civil Services. | $201.8m |
| 04 Dec 2019 | Demolition of a Two Storey Commercial Building | $149k |
| 08 Oct 2008 | Roof space storage & minor alterations to an existing building | $122k |
| 03 Mar 2003 | Refurbishment of exisiting educational/ office building to Koorie Trust Cultural Centre Redevelopment. Amended Building Permit: Minor Structural Amendments. | $3.0m |
| 19 Apr 2002 | Refurbishment of exisiting educational/ office building to Koorie Trust Cultural Centre Redevelopment. | $3.0m |
| 23 Oct 2000 | First & Second Floor - Upgrade sanitay facilities & reinstate fire svc classes 5&6 | $15k |
Is Aspire Melbourne residential or commercial?
Aspire Melbourne mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Aspire Melbourne built?
Aspire Melbourne was completed in 2023.
How many floors does Aspire Melbourne have?
Aspire Melbourne has 65 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Aspire Melbourne?
Aspire Melbourne has 530 homes. The national address file lists 581 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in Aspire Melbourne?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 1 bed, 2 bed and 3+ bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
Does Aspire Melbourne have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 61 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
What do apartments cost near Aspire Melbourne?
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 Aspire Melbourne?
The latest council census counted 1 business in Aspire Melbourne.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Aspire Melbourne?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 295-309 King Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Aspire Melbourne?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built Aspire Melbourne?
MaxCap Group developed Aspire Melbourne, Elenberg Fraser designed it and Hickory built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is Aspire Melbourne?
About 214 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 17 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.
What public transport is near Aspire Melbourne?
Flagstaff Station is the nearest train station, about 2 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is King St/La Trobe St #2, about 1 minute's walk.
What is the planning zone for Aspire Melbourne?
The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 1 (CCZ1).
Does Aspire Melbourne have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS827459 has 573 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Has any work been done on Aspire Melbourne recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 11 building permits for Aspire Melbourne since 2000. The most recent was in October 2025.
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.
