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179 Highbury Rd

Burwood VIC 3125

6
2
2
687 m²
House
Steven ZervasSteven Zervas, last sold this property on 22 January 2026 after 93 days on market.

Overview

Outstanding development potential with approved permit approved for 2 x luxury homes!

Watch the auction live here: https://heavyside.co/live-auction THE PROPERTY Exceptionally located 750m from Deakin University, this rare corner block on 687 sqm offers an exceptional development opportunity. Approved permit to build two brand-new luxury homes will help fast track your next project. With access to buses, tram and train at your doorstep and shops, schools, and parklands just moments away, it's an ideal setting to secure your future. The existing single level home includes six bedrooms and two driveways, one on Gillard St and one on Highbury Rd. With everything needed close by, the location couldn't be better, within walking distance of highly regarded private schools including Mount Scopus Memorial College and Presbyterian Ladies' College, and close to Essex Heights Primary and Ashwood High School (zoned). Burwood Village and Burwood Brickworks is also mere minutes away, as are tranquil green spaces including the Gardiners Creek Trail and Wattle Park, with easy access to transport the icing on the cake. The possibilities are endless, for developers, investors and savvy home buyers alike. THE FEATURES  • Positioned on a sizeable corner block of 687 sqm approx. block • Approved permit to build two brand-new luxury homes • Ideal site for multi-townhouse development (STCA) • Dual driveway access via Highbury Road and Gillard Street • Prime location is highly sought-after pocket • Walking distance to Deakin & close to highly regarded schools • Easy access to shops, parkland, buses, tram and train THE LOCATION Wonderfully located for convenience and connection, with buses, tram and train, mere steps away and shops, cafés and eateries close by to Burwood Village and the vibrant Burwood Brickworks complex. Tranquil parkland is abundant, including Wattle Park and the Gardiners Creek Trail, while an array of schools are also nearby, with Deakin University, PLC and Mount Scopus all a short walk, and Essex Heights Primary and Ashwood High with easy reach. THE TERMS: 30|45|60 days

Features

6 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 carspaces
1 open car space
1 garage space
687 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 6 bedroom houses sold in Burwood over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 179 Highbury Rd is $1.5m.

Median value
$1.5m
Estimated value range
$1.25m - $1.7m
Median days on market
39
Estimated value trend
22%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Burwood. 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 179 Highbury Rd

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
22 Jan 2026 by Steven Zervas, of HEAVYSIDE
2022
Sold
$1,380,000
Private Sale/Treaty on 29 May 2022 by Juan Yan, of BigginScott Burwood
2019
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 06 Aug 2019 by Shine Real Estate

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Local market activity for 6 bedroom houses in Burwood

In the last 12 months, 4 six-bedroom houses similar to 179 Highbury Rd, have been sold.

This represents a 66% decrease in six-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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