281 Cecil Street, South Melbourne
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281 Cecil Street

South Melbourne, VIC 3205, Australia
2 bed 2 bath 1 car

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Fast Five Why? A rare inner city offering combining a sophisticated base for living, working and entertaining in one of South Melbourne's most tightly held parkside precincts. Beyond its timeless façade, discover a sophisticated environment equally suited to refined living, boutique consulting, executive entertaining or the ultimate Melbourne pied-à-terre. Flowing across two luxurious levels on a prominent corner position, the home seamlessly combines gallery-like proportions, natural light and effortless indoor/outdoor connection all just moments from the CBD, Arts Precinct, Albert Park Lake, the MCG and South Melbourne Market. Whether hosting clients, theatre weekends, board meetings or relaxed evenings with friends, this is a residence that adapts beautifully to modern Melbourne living. What? Expertly renovated with meticulous attention to detail, the home harmoniously blends period character with contemporary sophistication. A spacious front living domain framed by soaring ceilings and original timber floors offers exceptional flexibility as either an elegant lounge, executive workspace, consulting environment or refined reception room. At the heart of the home, a stone-finished kitchen appointed with premium Smeg appliances and a reclaimed oak island bench anchors the open-plan dining and living zone before unfolding through double-glazed bi-fold doors to a private east-facing courtyard designed for effortless entertaining beneath an automated awning. Upstairs, two generously proportioned bedrooms are complemented by a skylit retreat ideal as a private library, secondary workspace or peaceful breakout zone. Luxe bathrooms on both levels, heating and cooling throughout, plantation shutters, exquisite lighting, double glazing and potential off-street parking further elevate this highly adaptable inner-city sanctuary. Live exceptionally. Work intelligently. Where? Positioned within an exclusive parkside pocket, this coveted address places Melbourne's finest lifestyle attractions at your doorstep. Walk to the renowned South Melbourne Market, stroll through the beauty of St Vincent Gardens, enjoy lakeside exercise around Albert Park, or immerse yourself in Melbourne's sporting and cultural calendar with effortless access to the MCG, Grand Prix Circuit, Arts Centre and CBD. Surrounded by acclaimed cafés, restaurants, transport options and leading schools including Albert Park College and South Melbourne Park Primary School, this is a location that delivers prestige, connectivity and lifestyle in equal measure with a Chef's kitchen an arms length away! When? This singular opportunity is prepared for Private Sale. How? Call Simone Chin on 0403 857 266 today to register your interest.

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Living in South Melbourne

This 2-bedroom house in South Melbourne, VIC 3205 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 60% above the $1.13m median of 62 comparable houseswithin 5 km.

Schools near South Melbourne

  • Galilee Regional Catholic Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
  • Hester Hornbrook Academy - South Melbournesecondary
  • Youth2Industry Collegesecondary · 11-12 · CoEd

What's nearby

  • Stop 23: Moray Street (tram)539 m away
  • WoodsYard604 m away
  • Unnamed62 m away
  • See Yup temple garden292 m away
  • Unnamed295 m away

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Population
11,548
Median age
39
Household income
$2,101/wk
Median rent
$421/wk
Median mortgage
$2,200/mo

Source: ABS Census.

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Compound growth -1.3% / yr over 4 yrs

$1.26mcurrent median

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