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160 The Avenue

Parkville VIC 3052

4
3
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1376 m²
House
Stephanie HawkeStephanie Hawke, last sold this property on 29 May 2025 after 29 days on market.

Overview

Expressions Of Interest, Closing Tuesday 27th May at 5:00pm

***All inspections are strictly by prior registration*** 'Cumnock' C1889 Victorian Grandeur meets World-Class Luxury A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity has arisen to secure a jewel in Melbourne's architectural crown 'Cumnock' is a resplendent Victorian Italianate mansion set across approximately 1,376 sqm opposite Royal Park.   Surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens, this historic masterpiece echoes ornate grandeur with retained integrity across two vastly proportioned levels including eleven principal rooms and two staircases. Remodelled and renovated with world-class luxury in mind, the flexible floorplan offers a plethora of options for future use including a landmark family home with an attached business, home office, executive suites or professional consulting rooms.   Designed by exalted homegrown architect, Charles Webb, famed for creating the Windsor Hotel, Royal Arcade and Mandeville Hall, it stands as a fine reflection of Melbourne's domestic wealth following the boom period of Victoria's Gold Rush.   The statuesque façade reveals an elegant pressed-metal foyer graced with soaring ceilings, polished floorboards, towering archways and intricate stained glass. Overlooking the grounds is an opulent formal dining room and an exquisite formal living room with bay windows. Nearby is a superb home office with a separate library/potential ground floor 5th bedroom with a walk-in robe. Sumptuous family room and state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with premium Miele appliances, bespoke cabinetry and a spacious meals zone.   French doors open onto a spectacular terrace with a fishpond centrepiece in private sun-dappled surrounds, tailored for entertaining on an extravagant scale. Also downstairs is a stylish two-zoned bathroom, powder room and fully equipped laundry.   The light-filled first floor has an enormous rumpus room, a glorious wraparound balcony and a turreted viewing tower with panoramic park views. With built-in robes throughout, accommodation includes a marvellous master wing with a lavish marble ensuite, three additional huge bedrooms and a stylish designer bathroom with a freestanding bath, shower and separate w/c.   Furthermore, it features an impressive wine cellar, 2x reverse cycle ducted split systems and a dedicated hydronic heating system, nine original fireplaces and three off-street car spaces with secure access from Walker Street.   Occupying a prominent Parkville address, this gracious property is placed steps from the 24-hectare expanse of Royal Park, Princes Park and CBD trams, and strolling distance to The University of Melbourne, Royal Park station, Barkly Square shops and the hospital precinct along with easy access via the Tullamarine Freeway to the airport.

Features

4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
3 carspaces
1376 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom houses sold in Parkville over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 160 The Avenue is $2.15m.

Median value
$2.15m
Estimated value range
$1.73m - $2.96m
Median days on market
28
Estimated value trend
23%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Parkville. 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 160 The Avenue

2025
Sold
Undisclosed
Private Sale/Treaty on 29 May 2025 by Stephanie Hawke, of Nelson Alexander Carlton North

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom houses in Parkville

In the last 12 months, 5 four-bedroom houses similar to 160 The Avenue, have been sold.

This represents a 60% increase in four-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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