| Planning application | 2011 | Planning application TP-2011-471/A lodged |
| Approved | By 2016 | Planning permit granted (exact date not recorded) |
| Construction started | Dec 2016 | First major construction permit issued |
| Completed | 2017 | The Trillium completed: 38 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.
| 28 Apr 2026 | Replacement of damaged glazing of a front roof canopy | $273k |
| 22 Nov 2021 | Level 2 - Construction of an internal shop fitout | $80k |
| 01 Aug 2019 | Lot 1R, 38 La Trobe St - To allow the minor internal alterations to occur inside the existing building. | $40k |
| 02 Dec 2016 | Stage 2: Superstructure and Services up to and Including Level 1 (Excluding Fire Services) | $57.9m |
| 02 Dec 2016 | Stage 3: Architectural & Balance of Services (Excluding Fire Tank) | $57.9m |
| 02 Dec 2016 | Stage 4: Break Tank, Mezzanine Slab, Car Stacker, Level 29-37 Structure Alterations & Purchaser Changes | $58.0m |
| 22 Sept 2014 | Demolition of a Double Storey Building | $155k |
| 10 May 2007 | Alterations to a building. Educational premises, internal ground and Level 1, Lot 1&2. | $125k |
| 13 July 2001 | alts to existing building, fitout to ground floor office including shop floor | $80k |
| 04 Sept 1995 | Partition fitout, disabled toilet and ramp to ground floor. | $90k |
Is The Trillium residential or commercial?
The Trillium mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was The Trillium built?
The Trillium was completed in 2017.
How many floors does The Trillium have?
The Trillium has 38 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in The Trillium?
The Trillium has 221 homes. The national address file lists 224 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in The Trillium?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 163 1 bed and 61 2 bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
Does The Trillium have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 2 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
What do apartments cost near The Trillium?
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 Trillium?
The latest council census counted 1 business in The Trillium, including Joy Market.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in The Trillium?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 36-40 La Trobe Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in The Trillium?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built The Trillium?
Landream developed The Trillium, The Buchan Group designed it and Built built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is The Trillium?
About 115 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 96 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.
What public transport is near The Trillium?
State Library Station is the nearest train station, about 5 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Exhibition St/La Trobe St #8, about 1 minute's walk.
What is the planning zone for The Trillium?
The site is in the Mixed Use Zone (MUZ).
Does The Trillium have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS723377 has 223 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Has any work been done on The Trillium recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 6 building permits for The Trillium since 2001. The most recent was in April 2026.
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.
