Kooyong

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476m2
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Essendon

  • 400
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400m2
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Ashwood

  • 403
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403m2
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Northcote

  • 452
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2.5
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452m2
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Riverview

  • 485
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2.5
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Caulfield

  • 405
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405m2
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Yarraville

  • 414
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2.5
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414m2
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Morningside

  • 505
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2.5
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Brunswick

  • 464
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2.5
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464m2
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Chadstone

  • 460
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460m2
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Oxley

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Make the most of your block with a duplex house design in Hobart

In Hobart, a well located block can open the door to more than one future. Choosing a duplex allows you to build nearby for family while keeping everyday life separate, create a second home to rent out, or set up a build that can be sold or lived in independently over time. Our duplex home designs in Hobart are created to support these opportunities from the get go.

Each home is designed to stand comfortably on its own. Separate entries, clearly defined outdoor areas, and layouts that support everyday comfort and privacy. Whether both homes are active at once or winding down at different times. It’s shared land, thoughtfully arranged for independent living.

Designed with Hobart conditions and real builds in mind

Designing a duplex in Hobart means accounting for more than just layout. Cooler temperatures, block orientation, access, and parking all play a role in how a home will be lived year round, especially across established streets and sloping sites. Our duplex home designs in Hobart consider these conditions early, so decisions around layout and positioning support everyday comfort once the build is complete.

With more than 60,000 homes built across Australia, we bring practical experience to each project, including navigating Hobart-specific planning requirements and site constraints. The result is a duplex that works with its surroundings and supports how you plan to live, rent, or adapt each home over time.

Build two homes that feel practical, considered, and ready to be lived in. Explore modern duplex house designs in Hobart today.

FAQs

  • What is a duplex?

    A duplex is two separate dwellings with separate titles. Both dwellings front the same street and share an adjoining wall. They can exist on one land title (owned and sold together), or separate titles (individually owned and sold). The land that the duplexes are built on can be subdivided. The subdivision laws are the main difference between dual occupancy and a duplex. Learn more about the difference between duplex and dual occupancy homes.

  • What are the benefits of building a duplex?

    Some homeowners build a duplex to live in one home while renting or selling the other. Others create space for family to live close while maintaining independence. Duplex homes also allow buyers to enter locations where a traditional house and land package may be out of reach, while still owning a standalone home with its own title.

  • Can duplex home designs be customised?

    Yes. Our duplex house plans in Hobart can be customised to suit how each home will be used. That might include extending one living area to connect with a sheltered outdoor space or adding built-in storage where coats, boots, and everyday items naturally collect. Your New Homes Consultant will guide you through what’s possible.

  • Can each side of the duplex be different?

    They can. While the external design is kept cohesive, internal layouts and finishes can vary between the two homes. This works well if one home is owner-occupied and the other is intended for family use or future rental.

  • Are your homes built for Hobart’s climate?

    Yes—they’re built with the weather in mind. From insulation to window glazing, our duplex home designs help keep warmth in during Hobart’s famously cold winter months. They also allow for cooling airflow during summer. Learn more about energy-efficient features and sustainable home design here.

  • How do I get started?

    Simply get in touch online. Your New Homes Consultant will help you explore duplex designs suited to Hobart, talk through customisation options, and get the process started smoothly. We’re excited to turn your dream into reality!