5/13 Hughenden Rd

St Kilda East VIC 3183

Apartment

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Ground-floor sanctuary in a garden setting

Occupying a sought-after ground-floor position, this exceptional oversized Art Deco apartment combines timeless period charm with a stylishly updated interior, offering an impressive sense of space in a serene setting surrounded by expansive communal gardens. Set on a substantial allotment, "Summerleigh" is a boutique block of just ten residences, flanked by a commanding Deco façade & framed by established greenery. Set on the ground floor of the tightly held block, with a desirable street-front aspect, the apartment welcomes with a generous entrance hall flowing through to a contemporary gas-equipped Westinghouse kitchen & separate formal dining room. The spacious living area, complete with a covered balcony, is complemented by two well-proportioned bedrooms, including an expansive main bedroom with custom-fitted robes, complemented by a second bedroom featuring built-in robes, all serviced by a contemporary central bathroom with integrated laundry facilities. Retaining key Art Deco features of curved casement windows, original timber flooring & decorative cornices, the home now pairs its heritage character with modern updates for immediate comfort & appeal. Additional highlights include rear-door access to a private lock-up garage & split-system climate control as well as additional storage in the central hallway. Ideally located just moments from shops, cafes, supermarkets, public transport & trams along Dandenong Road, this is a rare offering of scale, style & convenience.