| Construction started | Jul 2002 | First major construction permit issued |
| First occupants | Mar 2004 | First occupancy permit issued |
| Completed | 2004 | Eight Apartments completed: 20 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.
| 14 Apr 2025 | CSV cladding replacement project to an existing building | $2.1m |
| 29 May 2024 | CSV cladding replacement project to an existing building | $2.1m |
| 31 Oct 2023 | Installation of alarm signalling equipment (Code Red) | $1k |
| 31 Mar 2022 | Alteration. Foyer Finishes Upgrade | $86k |
| 23 Mar 2004 | Construction of a New 8 Apartment Residential Development - Final - Architectural, services and remaining structure | $34.5m |
| 17 Feb 2004 | Construction of a New 8 Apartment Residential Development - Variation - Internal Works | $34.6m |
| 11 Sept 2002 | Construction of a New 8 Apartment Residential Development - Stage 1 - Structure to Level 7 and Inground Services - Ground, Mezzanine, Level 1-7 | $34.5m |
| 11 July 2002 | Construction of a New 8 Apartment Residential Development - Stage 1 - Structure to Level 7 and Inground Services - Ground, Mezzanine, Level 1-7 | $34.5m |
| 05 June 2002 | Demolition of Building - for Residential Development | $50k |
| 06 Apr 2001 | Alts to existing building. Office fitout to Level 6 | $5k |
| 05 Apr 1997 | Internal fitout and rear lunch room addition | $80k |
Is Eight Apartments residential or commercial?
Eight Apartments mixes homes and businesses under one roof. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as residential apartment.
When was Eight Apartments built?
Eight Apartments was completed in 2004.
How many floors does Eight Apartments have?
Eight Apartments has 20 floors above ground.
How many apartments are in Eight Apartments?
Eight Apartments has 123 homes. The national address file lists 214 unit addresses here, and some of those can be shops or offices.
Does Eight Apartments have parking?
The City of Melbourne records 221 residential car spaces at this property. Which apartments have a space isn't recorded, so check the listing.
Does Eight Apartments have hotel or student accommodation?
The City of Melbourne records 45 serviced apartments at Eight Apartments.
What do apartments cost near Eight Apartments?
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 Eight Apartments?
The latest council census counted 3 businesses in Eight Apartments, including Burgundy Liquor Pty Ltd, Quest On Dorcas and Story So Far.
Are there apartments for sale or rent in Eight Apartments?
See the residential listings on this page, or use the shortcuts to search 6-8 Dorcas Street on realestate.com.au and Domain.
Is there office or retail space for lease in Eight Apartments?
See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.
Who built Eight Apartments?
The building team section lists who's known so far. Builders, architects and developers can claim their role on this page.
How tall is Eight Apartments?
About 66 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 68 of 190 buildings in Southbank by height.
What public transport is near Eight Apartments?
Anzac Station is the nearest train station, about 5 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Shrine of Remembrance/St Kilda Rd #19, about 2 minutes' walk.
What is the planning zone for Eight Apartments?
The site is in the Mixed Use Zone (MUZ).
Does Eight Apartments have an owners corporation?
Plan of subdivision PS502321 has 227 lots and common property, which means it is managed by an owners corporation.
Has any work been done on Eight Apartments recently?
The City of Melbourne has issued 5 building permits for Eight Apartments since 2002. The most recent was in May 2024.
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.
