Browse townhouses in Carlton

Overview

Carlton sits just three kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD and is home to 16,055 residents (2021 Census). The suburb’s vibrant Little Italy precinct along Lygon Street buzzes with Italian restaurants, coffee roasters, gelaterias, rooftop bars and iconic cultural venues such as La Mama Theatre, Cinema Nova and the independent Readings bookstore. Its Victorian‑era garden squares, including the 26‑ha Carlton Gardens, home to the World‑heritage Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum, provide leafy retreats, while health and research facilities such as the Royal Women’s Hospital and the Cancer Research Institute add convenience for residents and visitors alike.