From storied racetrack to Melbourne’s next benchmark in urban living, Moonee Valley Park has downsizers and lifestyle-focused buyers talking – for all the right reasons.
Built on the grounds of the Moonee Valley Racecourse, the precinct carries forward more than 140 years of history while reimagining the land as a vibrant, connected neighbourhood.
Moonee Valley Park is a joint venture between Hamton Property Group and superannuation fund Hostplus, in partnership with the Moonee Valley Racing Club.
Once complete, the masterplan will encompass roughly 2,000 dwellings across a village-style precinct.
Complete with resident amenities, retailers, cafes, restaurants, playgrounds, sporting fields, running and walking tracks, Moonee Valley Park is set amongst 20 hectares of abundant green open space.
“Lifestyle-focused buyers are drawn to Moonee Valley Park’s unique fusion of heritage character, abundant green space and thoughtfully curated community amenities,” says Hamton sales and marketing director Fergus Humphries.
A new chapter for a legendary Melbourne site
Heritage is at the heart of Moonee Valley Park’s transformation.
Elements such as the original red-brick entry wall, the historic horse stalls, and the heritage stone pine trees have been retained and celebrated in the design.
The Tote Building, once a cornerstone of the racecourse’s operations, has been meticulously restored and reimagined as TOTE Bar and Dining, blending the site’s past with a new sense of place.
The Winx Bronze Statue that stands at the entry of Tote Park also pays homage to the site’s racing history.
Moonee Valley Park’s newest residential stage,
The Eveline, takes its name from a horse that finished in a rare dead heat in the first official race at Moonee Valley Racecourse in 1883.
Positioned on the grounds of the original Moonee Valley grandstand, The Eveline encompasses 394 apartments across the east and west towers, seamlessly connected by a shared lobby that offers residents a warm and inviting place to gather and relax.
Where everyday life feels five-star
The Eveline’s extensive resident amenities – from wellness spaces and rooftop terraces to co-working hubs and concierge – offer residents a lifestyle shift, not just a home.
The hotel-style porte cochere and double-height entry lobby with concierge and cascading botanical features set the tone as you enter The Eveline.
For those working from home, The Eveline’s co-working hub offers added convenience, with focus pods, open-plan desks and a bookable meeting room on the lobby’s mezzanine.
A centrepiece of the residents’ amenities is the 25-metre lap pool with sauna, steam-room and lounge that overlooks the track and opens up to nature.
The fully equipped gym and yoga studio have operable windows for fresh air training and boast views across the track – a welcome distraction during an intensive workout.
And on race days, residents can head up to the rooftop terrace, which offers barbecue facilities, a communal vegetable garden, private dining room, lounge spaces and a spa.
“These amenities shift the experience of apartment living by providing spaces for wellness, productivity, community and relaxation – creating a lifestyle where residents can work, entertain, exercise and unwind without leaving home,” says Mr Humphries.
Design rooted in place: organic forms and local materials
Award-winning architects Cera Stribley are behind The Eveline’s design, which draws on the natural and historical context of Moonee Ponds.
Building on the styles of the completed Feehan Row townhomes, Stonepine House, Trackside House and Thomas Street apartments, The Eveline complements the design of this already-realised precinct.
The building’s curved façade mirrors the meandering lines of the nearby Moonee Ponds Creek, while the material palette reflects earthy Australian tones and textures.
This creates an architectural expression that feels grounded in its location, yet elevated through refined detailing and contemporary luxury.
Tract has shaped the landscape vision for The Eveline and the broader precinct, embedding a botanical-led approach throughout.
Cascading greenery, verdant rooftop spaces, generously planted decks and garden-centric communal zones soften the built form and celebrate the site’s parkland identity.
A connected life in Melbourne’s inner north
Moonee Valley Park is positioned in one of Melbourne’s most established and connected suburbs, located just 6km from the CBD.
Residents can enjoy access to Moonee Ponds’ already vibrant retail and dining precincts, transport links, leading schools, and health services.
The surrounding parks, trails and open space further enhance the lifestyle appeal.
The masterplan prioritises pedestrian-friendly design, with walking trails, landscaped paths and easy access to surrounding retail, transport and dining.
Everyday conveniences and community spaces are all within a short stroll, reinforcing the precinct’s park-like, connected character.
A new chapter awaits
The Eveline builds on the success of several previously sold-out residential stages at Moonee Valley Park.
Local downsizers, young professionals, investors and lifestyle-focused buyers have shown strong interest.
Prices start at $531,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, $740,000 for a two-bedroom, $1,295,000 for a three-bedroom or $1,515,000 for a track-facing piece of real estate gold.
Construction of The Eveline will commence once the existing Moonee Valley Racecourse grandstand has been fully demolished, expected around April 2026, with anticipated completion in Q4 2028.
“The Eveline represents (Moonee Valley Park’s) finest residential expression to date, combining architecture, landscape and amenity in a way that honours the site’s past while shaping its future,” says Mr Humphries.
“For buyers, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to live within a heritage-rich, parkland-connected precinct where everyday life feels both luxurious and deeply grounded in place.”
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