Zvon Mikulic has sold a fully renovated four-bedroom house at 27 Garling Street, Kardinya, for $1.57 million after just 12 days on market, with six written offers creating genuine competition.
The renovation story
Zvon Mikulic knew the vendors at 27 Garling Street, Kardinya, had done something special. Over two years, they’d renovated their four-bedroom house from the ground up — starting with new soak wells and downpipes, then exposed aggregate driveways, external cladding, and quality retaining walls. Inside, new flooring, fresh paint, plantation shutters, and new carpets completed the transformation.
The result was a home that didn’t just look good — it was move-in ready, with the kind of quality finishes buyers notice immediately.
“The feedback we received from buyers was that the renovations were done properly,” Zvon says.
“Some people believe they do renovations, but it’s just done very basic without quality finishes and fixtures. This one was done really well, and you could tell. Move-in ready was very convenient.”
Gauging the market
Zvon started with expressions of interest to test buyer appetite, then moved to private treaty once he had that feedback. The pricing strategy worked — over 12 days, 65 inquiries came through and 45 groups attended three home opens.
Six written offers followed.
“We started with one offer at the asking price, then contacted all the potential buyers and made sure they knew offers were coming through,” Zvon says.
He gave buyers a guide to where the market could land, which kept pushing the price up through multiple rounds. The vendors were kept informed at every step, and buyers knew the competition was real — the contract annexure confirmed multiple offers were on the table.
The buyer profile
The successful buyers were a young family who’d been renting in a neighbouring suburb and loved the area. They wanted room to grow their family into the four-bedroom layout, and the backyard was non-negotiable.
“They were looking to have more kids and needed a yard,” Zvon says. “The backyard was very important to them — it was good for entertaining.”
Five other buyers missed out. As the realestate.com.au recognised market leader in Kardinya, Zvon stays in regular contact with unsuccessful buyers, keeping them updated on new listings and off-market opportunities. Those buyers are still looking.
Location appeal
Kardinya sits in Perth’s southern suburbs within the Melville local government area, offering family-friendly appeal with established schools and convenient access to amenities. The suburb attracts buyers seeking established homes on generous blocks, with the 700-square-metre lot at 27 Garling Street typical of the area’s residential character.
What it demonstrates
The vendors were ecstatic with the $1.57 million result, which exceeded expectations in a market being reshaped by interest rate movements.
“We followed a process from day one which we knew would maximise the value of the home and get us a premium result in the current market,” Zvon says.
“It’s very important to follow presentations, get a very good presentation up to speed, follow a process, have a plan to ensure you maximise the result.”
For future sellers in Kardinya, the message is clear: quality preparation, strategic marketing, and having live buyer demand in your database delivers results even when the broader market is shifting.
About the Agent
Zvon Mikulic is a property partner with The Agency, bringing six years of real estate experience and deep local knowledge of Perth’s Kardinya area, where he has lived for more than 25 years. He specialises in residential property, including homes with development potential, and is known for his strong community connections and client-focused approach. Zvon combines practical experience with clear communication, earning industry recognition including multiple REIWA Million Dollar Club honours and consecutive RateMyAgent awards for Kardinya. Visit Zvon’s website for more information or call Zvon on 0439811023.