A coveted Toorak residence has sold for $6.51 million under the hammer, drawing a crowd of 120 to 65 Irving Road on a mild spring morning.

The single-level home, positioned on a 674 square metre corner allotment with prized northerly orientation, attracted five registered bidders. Two parties went head-to-head in a fierce contest, with an opening offer of $5.5 million quickly accelerating in $100,000 strides. Momentum later slowed to $10,000 bids before vaulting back to $90,000 advances as competition intensified.

Kay & Burton agent Scott Patterson said the home's prestigious location and potential drew strong interest. "It is a once-in-a-generation opportunity on one of Toorak's finest addresses, and buyers recognised the chance to secure both position and scope."

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