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126 Essex Street

West Footscray VIC 3012

4
3
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665 m²
House
Last sold for $1,260,000
John GaleaJohn Galea, last sold this property on 19 April 2024 after 31 days on market.

Overview

Super-Spacious Family Living Brimming With Charm

• Spacious family home set on 665sqm*approx. in a highly sought-after West Footscray location • Period style and character complemented by contemporary updates for easy modern living • Four bedrooms, two with built-in robes • Three inviting bathrooms + large walk-in laundry • Stunning living room with fireplace and arched entry to adjoining retreat and study • Huge kitchen/dining opening to covered alfresco entertaining patio • Easy off-street parking • Nothing to do but move in and enjoy! Families seeking space, character and style will fall head over heels for this enviably spacious Californian Bungalow, where four bedrooms are accompanied by three bathrooms, multiple living areas and private outdoor entertaining. Timber floorboards, high ceilings and feature windows are among the beautifully preserved period features that give this one-of-a-kind home so much warmth and charm, while modern updates and contemporary comforts ensure you’ll be able to move straight in with nothing to do but immerse yourself in the renowned West Footscray lifestyle. Distinct but interconnected living spaces offer enviable flexibility and an easy flow through the centre of the house. The superb formal living room looks out to the large front garden through a stunning stained-glass bay window and is warmed by a cosy wood fire. Arched doors invite you through to the generous retreat, where you’ll have plenty of space to set up another lounge area, and the generous study with in-built storage. The adjoining kitchen/dining space is a spacious family hub crowned by a soaring exposed beam ceiling and offers a beautifully appointed family kitchen with a walk-in pantry. Sliding doors invite you to dine and entertain alfresco in the private outdoor entertaining area, ensuring effortless indoor/outdoor living. The provision of four full-sized bedrooms and three bathrooms makes this the perfect home for bigger families or those who love to host family and friends. The large master boasts a built-in robe and enjoys direct access to one of the bright, modern bathrooms for a luxe ensuite experience, while the three additional bedrooms all offer enviably spacious retreats and include one with a built-in robe. The huge laundry will make light work of the family’s washing, while easy off-street parking adds extra appeal to this superb home. Why you’ll love this location: Superbly positioned for city-fringe family living, this coveted address places every convenience at your fingertips and the CBD just 8.8km* from your front door. Shorten Reserve and the Martin Reserve Dog Park are both just across the street promising instant access to wide open spaces and a much-loved playground. Coffee lovers will have their pick of renowned cafes to stroll to, with Dumbo, Brother Nancy and West 48 all just moments away, while Barkly Village offers a great array of eateries, shops and conveniences a six-minute* walk from home. Central West Shopping Centre promises vibrant shopping and a choice of supermarkets a three-minute* drive away, while easy access to Footscray’s buzzing dining scene and the inviting villages of Yarraville and Seddon adds extra lifestyle appeal to this enviable location. The kids will be able to walk to Footscray West Primary School in five minutes* and catch the bus to Footscray High School’s Barkly campus, while city workers will have a swift commute by car, bus or train. *Approximate

Features

4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
1 carspace
1 carport space
665 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom houses sold in West Footscray over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 126 Essex Street is $1.35m.

Median value
$1.35m
Estimated value range
$916k - $1.89m
Median days on market
25
Estimated value trend
7%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in West Footscray. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 126 Essex Street

2025
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 22 Oct 2025 by Jas Stephens Real Estate
2024
Sold
$1,260,000
Auction Sale on 19 Apr 2024 by John Galea, of Jas Stephens Real Estate

Happy sellers in West Footscray

89%
89% of sellers in West Footscray reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

West Footscray stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 68 reviews in West Footscray over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 4 bedroom houses in West Footscray

In the last 12 months, 21 four-bedroom houses similar to 126 Essex Street, have been sold.

This represents a 11% decrease in four-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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