Aussie Comedian Puts Three-Bedroom Melbourne Townhouse Up for Sale: ‘There’s Plenty of Concrete’

Sooshi Mango’s Joe Salanitri Lists Renovated Melbourne Home
[Image: Joe Salanitri standing outside his Mount Waverley townhouse]

Comedian Joe Salanitri, co-founder of viral comedy trio Sooshi Mango, is selling his renovated Melbourne townhouse after over a decade. The three-bedroom, one-bathroom property in Mount Waverley, 23km from the CBD, has a price guide of $900,000–$990,000.

Modern Upgrades & Quirky Touches
Salanitri and his wife, Georgina, modernized the mid-20th-century home, adding a rendered façade, polished floorboards, and a sleek kitchen with stone benchtops. The comedian humorously highlighted his backyard “renovation”: “I boosted the concrete and watered it constantly.” The space also features synthetic turf, an entertainers’ courtyard, and a skylit bathroom.

[Image: Open-plan living area with polished floors and modern kitchen]

Family Memories and Sale
The couple, who lived in the home for 10+ years, upgraded the garden and layout for practicality. Key selling points include ducted heating, a private front yard, and a cozy breakfast nook.

[Image: Backyard with concrete areas and synthetic turf]

From Comedy to Culinary Success
Salanitri rose to fame with Sooshi Mango, known for parodying Italian and Greek culture. In 2023, the trio launched Johnny, Vince and Sam’s Italian restaurant on Melbourne’s Lygon Street. Modeled after a “Nonna’s kitchen,” the eatery’s playful menu urges diners to “No be shy, farkena share.” Its popularity led to a recent expansion.

[Image: Sooshi Mango trio in character as “Ethnic Dads”]

TV Appearance Sparks Buzz
Earlier this year, the group stirred controversy as guest judges on MasterChef: Back To Win, dressed as Italian grandmothers critiquing contestants’ dishes. Despite mixed reactions, the episode drew 1.29 million viewers—the show’s highest ratings in 2024.

[Image: Sooshi Mango as “nonnas” on MasterChef]

With a potential Sydney restaurant in the works and their Melbourne home sale underway, Salanitri continues balancing comedy, hospitality, and family life.

— Property listings and comedy tours: Stay tuned for updates!—

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