Built in 1885 and steeped in local history, this substantial Victorian residence once housed the auction rooms of prominent Fitzroy property agent and auctioneer Alex Mann. Today, its remarkable past remains evident through soaring ceilings, ornate ceiling roses and original leadlight windows, giving the home a distinctive character shaped by more than 140 years of Fitzroy North history.
The sheer scale and volume of the home make an immediate impression. Expansive living and dining spaces are defined by exceptional ceiling heights and a striking 360-degree Seguin cast-iron fireplace, creating a dramatic centrepiece between the two spaces. The adjoining kitchen features stone benchtops, stainless-steel soft-closing cabinetry, premium Smeg appliances and a walk-in pantry, with a considered layout equally suited to everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms provide generous accommodation alongside an expansive second living area or fourth bedroom with its own fireplace. Two bathrooms service the home, including a distinctive ground-floor bathroom with rain shower and an upstairs bathroom distinguished by a beautiful leadlight window over the bath.
The private rear courtyard and deck provide a peaceful outdoor retreat, including an established gazebo with built-in seating and potential for two off-street parking accessed via the rear laneway. An outdoor laundry room and separate storeroom add valuable practical amenity, while hydronic heating, attic storage and security alarm complete the home's extensive offering.
Existing planning approvals provide an exciting foundation for the property's future potential, offering the next owner the opportunity to build upon an already considered vision while shaping the interiors, finishes and details to make the home distinctly their own.
Positioned alongside Edinburgh Gardens, the home occupies an exceptional Fitzroy North location. Brunswick Street, Fitzroy North Village, local schools, trams, Rushall Station and Melbourne University are all within easy reach, combining the space and scale of a substantial residence with one of inner Melbourne's most sought-after neighbourhood settings.
