Residence 1/284 Dorcas Street

Off Market

Residence 1/284 Dorcas Street

South Melbourne VIC 3205

House

Ben Manolitsas, last sold this property on 21 August 2026 after 9 days on market.

Overview

An Iconic Conversion with Remarkable Proportions

Expressions of Interest Close Tuesday 8 September at 5pm. Long admired for its extraordinary architecture and its history as the former South Melbourne Primary School, this landmark building provides a spectacular setting for this exclusive New York-style three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence including a powder room with a sauna. With its own private entrance, the dual-level interior is distinguished by immense warehouse-inspired proportions, original schoolhouse features and a sun-drenched corner aspect, with secure parking for two, a prized inclusion. Beautifully restored hardwood floors extend through the expansive ground-floor living and dining domain, where a soaring double-height void enhances the impressive dimensions and accentuates the natural light. The contemporary kitchen pairs warm timber benches with contrasting dark cabinetry, premium European appliances and an integrated fridge/freezer, while a substantial island bench overlooks the living area and its gas fireplace set within Italian marble. Also on the ground level are a powder room and laundry lined with extensive storage and a Helo Finnish sauna, while an exceptionally large cellar provides additional storage. Timber and steel bridge walkways connect the accommodation on the upper level, comprising a generous bedroom with built-in robes and fitted joinery suitable for a home office, and two further robed bedrooms, each with an ensuite. Original exposed steel beams and oversized windows remain integral to the interior, complemented by internal louvre shutters that allow natural light and airflow throughout the upper level. Split-system heating and cooling, intercom entry, and gated parking for two complement an enviable lifestyle address, just a short stroll from South Melbourne Market, Clarendon Street cafés and restaurants, and city-bound trams, with Albert Park Village, Albert Park Lake, St Vincent Gardens, and light rail transport all within easy reach.

Features

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 carspaces

House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in South Melbourne over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of Residence 1/284 Dorcas Street is $1.74m.

Median value

$1.74m

Estimated value range

$1.1m - $3.2m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

-2%

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in South Melbourne. 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 Residence 1/284 Dorcas Street

2026

Sold

Undisclosed

Private Sale/Treaty on 21 Aug 2026 by Ben Manolitsas, of Marshall White - Port Phillip

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in South Melbourne

In the last 12 months, 46 three-bedroom houses similar to Residence 1/284 Dorcas Street, have been sold.

This represents a 9% decrease in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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