| Planning application | 2012 | Planning application TP-2012-170/C lodged |
| Approved | By 2018 | Planning permit granted (exact date not recorded) |
| Construction started | Aug 2018 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | Apr 2020 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | 2020 | Botanic Melbourne completed: 21 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.
| 06 July 2020 | Tenancy Fitout | $1.6m |
| 16 June 2020 | Stage 1 - Construction of new apartment building. Construction of new retention piles only (excluding capping beams) | $83.8m |
| 16 June 2020 | Stage 6 - Ground to level 4 structure and services to whole building | $83 |
| 19 May 2020 | Stage 3 - Bulk excavation, shotcrete and anchors only | $83.8m |
| 19 May 2020 | Stage 4 - Foundations, in-ground services, basement 3 slab on ground and associated vertical structure | $83.8m |
| 19 May 2020 | Stage 8 - Levels 6-10 structure only | $83.8m |
| 05 May 2020 | Stage 10 - Level 11-roof structure only | $83.8m |
| 05 May 2020 | Stage 2 - Construction of capping beams only | $83.8m |
| 27 Apr 2020 | Stage 7 - Level 5 structure only | $1 |
| 14 June 2019 | Stage 9 - Remainder of architectural and facade works (excluding verandah to level 5 and summer housing apartment fitouts) | $83.8m |
| 31 Aug 2018 | Stage 5 - Basement 2 structure and verticals up to ground (excluding ground floor slab) | $83.8m |
| 06 Apr 2018 | Stage 3 - Soil and footings removal only | $556k |
| 22 Jan 2018 | Stage 2 - Full demolition works | $380k |
| 11 Dec 2017 | Stage 1 - Internal soft strip-out, non-structural demolition works only | $380k |
| 19 Dec 2006 | Office fitout to existing building, ground, first, second and third floor. Office fitout to 'Collie' tenancy. | $650k |
| 13 May 1997 | constructions of additions & alterations to existing office bldg | $100k |
| 20 Dec 1996 | Alterations | $50k |
| 17 Nov 1995 | Office fitout | $200k |
Is Botanic Melbourne residential or commercial?
Botanic Melbourne mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Botanic Melbourne built?
Botanic Melbourne was completed in 2020.
How many floors does Botanic Melbourne have?
Botanic Melbourne has 21 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Botanic Melbourne?
Botanic Melbourne has 260 homes. The national address file lists 279 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
What size apartments are in Botanic Melbourne?
The City of Melbourne's development record lists 154 1 bed, 85 2 bed and 21 3+ bed apartments. The built numbers may differ a little.
Does Botanic Melbourne have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 254 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
What do apartments cost near Botanic Melbourne?
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 Botanic Melbourne?
The latest council census counted 1 business in Botanic Melbourne, including NIOA Nominees Pty Ltd.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Botanic Melbourne?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 25-29 Coventry Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Botanic Melbourne?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who designed and built Botanic Melbourne?
Evolve Development developed Botanic Melbourne, SJB Architects designed it and Icon Co built it. The building team section has the sources.
How tall is Botanic Melbourne?
About 66 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 69 of 190 buildings in Southbank by height.
What public transport is near Botanic Melbourne?
Anzac Station is the nearest train station, about 6 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Shrine of Remembrance/St Kilda Rd #19, about 1 minute's walk.
What is the planning zone for Botanic Melbourne?
The site is in the Mixed Use Zone (MUZ).
Does Botanic Melbourne have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS801135 has 291 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Has any work been done on Botanic Melbourne recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 9 building permits for Botanic Melbourne since 1995. The most recent was in July 2020.
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.
