Inside Chrissie Swan’s $2.86m dual-residence Hawthorn East home with retro design flair

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Chrissie Swan’s $2.86m Hawthorn East home hits the market with dual living and designer flair.

Media personality Chrissie Swan is hoping to make a stylish exit, listing her uniquely configured Hawthorn East property with $2.6m-$2.86m price hopes.

Property documents confirm the former Big Brother runner-up and popular radio host is selling her character-filled dual-residence home known as Garland House, named after legendary entertainer Judy Garland and her daughter Liza Minnelli.

The mid-century home sits on 604sq m in the prized Boroondara pocket, and has been cleverly split into two self-contained residences, ‘Judy’ at the front and ‘Liza’ at the rear, each with private entries, outdoor areas and undercover parking.

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Swan, who was catapulted into the spotlight on the 2003 season of Big Brother, finished second to fan favourite and two-time winner Reggie Sorensen.

She’s since become one of the country’s most beloved broadcasters, currently hosting The Chrissie Swan Show on Nova and an accompanying podcast.

Chrissie Swan rose to fame on Big Brother in 2003 and became a household name. Photo: Andrew Maccoll

Swan finished runner-up to Reggie Sorensen on Big Brother 2003 — who also won the 2022 season. Photo: Channel 10

The property has been listed through Whitefox Classic’s Ellie Morish, who said the home had already drawn huge attention thanks to its bold design, flexible layout and celebrity ties.

“Buyers love the timber panelling, the wallpaper Chrissie designed herself, the Technika kitchen suite and the calming garden spaces,” Ms Morish said.

“There’s a real sense of joy and personality here.”

The home’s mid-century design includes timber panelling, terrazzo accents and Chrissie Swan-designed wallpaper.

Each residence has its own private garden, with lush greenery and space for entertaining outdoors.

The front residence features three bedrooms, a large kitchen and living area, bespoke wallpaper and garden views, while the rear two-bedroom wing offers light-filled living spaces, terrazzo detail, and its own secluded courtyard.

Across both wings, features include new timber floors, ducted heating, airconditioning, high-end appliances and retro touches, from mosaic tiles to wall art declaring “Dramatic Exit”.

The main living area opens to a limestone terrace and features built-in cabinetry and a fireplace.

Statement wallpaper, colourful finishes and retro touches reflect Chrissie Swan’s vibrant personal style.

The home is within walking distance of Camberwell Junction, the Rivoli Cinema, trams and several top schools.

Ms Morish said the property would suit everyone from multi-generational families and creatives to savvy investors wanting a live-in and lease-out opportunity.

“It’s incredibly rare to find this kind of set up in Hawthorn East,” she said.

All bedrooms include built-in robes, desks or dressing rooms, ideal for families or shared living.

Garland House combines mid-century architecture with bold personal style in one of Boroondara’s best pockets.

“And you can feel how much love and soul Chrissie has poured into every inch.”

Big Brother, which first brought Swan into the spotlight, is set to return to Channel 10 in late 2025 for its 16th season, with Nova 100’s Mel Tracina, known for her entertainment segments on The Cheap Seats, will be stepping into the hosting role.