| Construction started | Dec 1998 | First major construction permit issued |
| Completed | 2001 | Century Tower completed: 30 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.
| 01 Mar 2023 | Alterations to existing unit building (cladding replacement) | $130k |
| 22 Dec 2016 | Unit 2702 - Alterations to internal stairs | $3k |
| 22 Dec 2016 | Unit 2704 - Alterations to internal stairs | $8k |
| 21 Dec 2016 | Unit 2701, Unit 2702, Unit 2704 - Alterations to internal stairs | $8k |
| 02 Aug 2016 | Apartment 805 - Construction of a verandah | $28k |
| 19 Nov 2014 | Installation of Code Red (ASE) monitoring system. All apartments. | $1k |
| 09 Aug 2012 | Unit 804 - Construction of verandah attached to dwelling. | $29k |
| 07 Nov 2007 | Alterations to carpark. Removal of existing mechanical services infrastructure to Carpark Levels. | $9k |
| 04 July 2007 | Verandah, Lot 808. | $18k |
| 01 Aug 2003 | Internal alterations to one apartment | $276k |
| 15 July 2003 | Internal fitout and alterations for restaurant/ cafe. Ground Floor, Retail Tenancy. Century Tower Cafe | $220k |
| 26 Oct 1999 | Stage 2 -structure (all 2nd stages & stage 2 variations) | $1.1m |
| 01 Dec 1998 | Stage 1 - site preparation, piling & footing | $29.6m |
| 26 Sept 1997 | Demolition of warehouse | $5k |
Is Century Tower residential or commercial?
Century Tower mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Century Tower built?
Century Tower was completed in 2001.
How many floors does Century Tower have?
Century Tower has 30 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Century Tower?
Century Tower has 108 homes. The national address file lists 187 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
Does Century Tower have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 161 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
What do apartments cost near Century Tower?
The median unit price in Southbank was $580,000 in 2025, from the Victorian Property Sales Report. That's for the whole suburb, not this building.
What businesses are in Century Tower?
The latest council census counted 2 businesses in Century Tower, including QUEST ON SOUTHBANK PTY. LTD. and Saporito Taquito.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Century Tower?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 12-16 Kavanagh Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Century Tower?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who built Century Tower?
The building team section lists who's known so far. Builders, architects and developers can claim their role on this page.
How tall is Century Tower?
About 98 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 42 of 190 buildings in Southbank by height.
What public transport is near Century Tower?
Flinders Street Station is the nearest train station, about 5 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17, about 2 minutes' walk.
What is the planning zone for Century Tower?
The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 3 (CCZ3).
Does Century Tower have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS412885 has 268 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Has any work been done on Century Tower recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 12 building permits for Century Tower since 1997. The most recent was in March 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); 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.
