30 Draper Street

Occupying one of Albert Park's most admired tree-lined streets within the St Vincent Gardens precinct, this architecturally renovated double-fronted Victorian conceals a striking two-storey transformation beyond its heritage façade, where dual cobbled laneways along both sides draw in exceptional natural light and privacy, only moments from Albert Park Village and city-bound light rail. Decades of evolution veer the original period charm into a more contemporary direction inside, with a timber-clad extension and sawtooth roofline referencing the industrial roots of this urban pocket, while inviting abundant sunlight over the upper level. Windows are thoughtfully positioned to capture curated glimpses outward, from the changing Boston ivy on the neighbouring wall to the morning sun rising at the breakfast table. Blackbutt timber underfoot and across the staircase highlights the natural grain, guiding movement through to an expansive rear where living, dining and study zones unfold to a central decked terrace through broad sliding glass. A rendered concrete wall adds texture through the lounge and into the courtyard, softened by trailing rosemary, while the kitchen supports entertaining with stone surfaces, Smeg cooking appliances and integrated Liebherr refrigeration. Upstairs, the main suite benefits from vaulted ceilings, a walk-in robe, an ensuite, and a private terrace, while a second bedroom or sitting room follows suit, with its own balcony offering city views. Two additional bedrooms below retain their original proportions and are served by a chic bathroom with integrated laundry facilities. Complete with side lane access and split system heating/cooling, this captivating home sits mere steps from Albert Park Village, where cafés, restaurants, wine bars, and the Albert Park Hotel sit alongside delis, boutiques, a traditional hardware store and an independent bookshop, with the beach, Albert Park Lake, MSAC, South Melbourne Market, city-bound trams and Albert Park College all within walking distance