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19 Gloucester St

Spring Hill QLD 4000

3
2
2
278 m²
House
Karla LynchKarla Lynch, last sold this property on 11 January 2026 after 51 days on market.

Overview

The William Grigor's House, a One-of-a-Kind Character Home

Nestled along one of Spring Hill's most historic ridgelines, The William Grigor's House at 19 Gloucester Street stands as a beautifully preserved reminder of Brisbane's early residential architecture. Crafted in the 1860s from iconic Brisbane tuff with sandstone detailing, this rare inner-city cottage has been lovingly maintained, offering an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of local history just moments from the CBD. Positioned on an elevated, east-facing slope, the home presents an understated yet captivating façade, complete with a pitched corrugated-iron roof and a charming attic dormer window. A timber verandah, sitting gracefully above street level, is accessed by original stone steps and enjoys a delightful outlook over Gloucester Street. Rectangular timber columns, timber capitals, and an unpainted boarded ceiling add to the authenticity and warmth of this inviting entry. Inside, the cottage unfolds through a simple yet elegant floorplan: four ground-floor multi-purpose rooms radiating off a central corridor, and two rooms above. The interiors are highlighted by plaster-and-lath walls, original attic stairs, deep timber window reveals, original joinery (including cedar trim), and period mantelpieces, enriching the sense of heritage throughout. Multi-paned sash windows framed by textured sandstone lintels and sills allow soft natural light to filter through each space. Ducted and split system air conditioning are just a few of the modern comforts interwoven within the house. A timber-and-iron link room connects the main residence to the two-storey brick and stone rear wing. Featuring a beautifully redesigned kitchen that incorporates modern comfort with historic features. Above you find a beautiful main bedroom with a Juliet balcony and views of Brisbane City. Outside, a small brick outhouse remains, a testament to the practical living patterns of its time. Every detail of this home speaks to craftsmanship: the sandstone-and-brick chimney, the attic's timber rails (believed to have supported a lifting device), decorative gutter cresting, and the intact hipped roofs that frame both cottage and wing. As one half of a semi-detached pair, the property contributes richly to the established late-19th-century streetscape for which Spring Hill is renowned. Property Features: • Rare 1860s heritage cottage built from Brisbane tuff with sandstone detailing • First time on the market in 29 years • Updated kitchen with modern conveniences • Ducted air-conditioning plus additional split system • Flexible layout with four ground-floor rooms multi purpose rooms and three upstairs rooms • Original character features including timber joinery, sash windows and period fireplaces • One car garage with room for a second in driveway • City views from elevated positions • Exceptional proximity to Brisbane CBD, Brisbane Grammar, parks, cafés and transport This is more than a residence, it's a living piece of Brisbane's past, ready to be cherished by its next proud owner.

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
278 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Spring Hill over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 19 Gloucester St is $1.65m.

Median value
$1.65m
Estimated value range
$1.3m - $2.33m
Median days on market
41
Estimated value trend
6%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Spring Hill. 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 19 Gloucester St

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
Private Sale/Treaty on 11 Jan 2026 by Karla Lynch, of Ray White New Farm
2025
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 20 Nov 2025 by Living Here Cush Partners
2017
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 16 Mar 2017 by Sixty Four Property

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94% of sellers in Spring Hill reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Spring Hill

In the last 12 months, 6 three-bedroom houses similar to 19 Gloucester St, have been sold.

This represents a 47% increase in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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