9 Mclachlan StreetFortitude Valley QLD 4006
Property Details for 9 Mclachlan St, Fortitude Valley
Last Listing description (July 2022)
Introducing the 'Bulolo Flats'. Showcasing a striking geometrical facade with sleek linear ornamentation, 9 McLachlan Street stands as a proud tribute to Art Deco design but also as a reminder of the social and cultural significance of its story in Queensland at the time.
The building was constructed in 1934 by Thomas Charles Beirne, an early politician, and businessman in Brisbane. Designed by architect 'Hennessy Hennessy & Co.', many of its features are legacy of the Art Deco era including polychromatic, textured brickwork and simple patterns and highlights on the parapet, pilasters, and window frames.
Noteworthy not only for its decorative interest but also for the history it recalls. T.C Beirne built 'Bulolo Flats' as a female equivalent for the more prevalent 'bachelor flats' for single, working men. It was the first purpose-built, self-contained block for women in Brisbane and one of the first indications of changing attitudes towards the role of women in the workplace and community.
9 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley offers;
* Eight one-bedroom apartments with strata title potential
* Renovated over the years to preserve and highlight its original Art Deco features
* Shared rooftop with vistas of the Fortitude Valley across to the CBD
* Ornate Art Deco features such as fluting on doors and windows, decorative panels and geometric adornments
* Rich in history and an admired local landmark, you cannot find another offering like this on the market
* As an investment proposition, it doesn't get much better than this with minimal vacancies and a current rental return of over $2,300/per week
* On an established 301m2 block among Brisbane's exciting living, dining and entertainment precincts
* Walking distance to Brisbane's new laneway destination 'California Lane' (150m), the Howard Smith Wharves (650m), and the CBD (1.9km)
Do not miss the opportunity to acquire a rich piece of Brisbane's history, 9 McLachlan Street will be going to auction on Saturday 18th June at the Calile Hotel from 9:00am, if not SOLD prior.
For more information, please contact Tom Lyne 0423 696 862 directly.
Property History for 9 Mclachlan St, Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
- 18 Jun 2022Sold for $2,210,000
- 17 May 2022Listed for Sale Auction
- 20 Jul 2017Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Fortitude Valley 4006
The size of Fortitude Valley is approximately 1.4 square kilometres. It has 2 parks covering nearly 1.5% of total area. The population of Fortitude Valley in 2016 was 6978 people. By 2021 the population was 9708 showing a population growth of 39.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Fortitude Valley is 20-29 years. Households in Fortitude Valley are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Fortitude Valley work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 17.60% of the homes in Fortitude Valley were owner-occupied compared with 21.00% in 2016.
Fortitude Valley has 8,303 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Fortitude Valley have seen a -38.83% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 76.73% increase. As at 31 December 2025:
- The median value for Houses in Fortitude Valley is $780,202 while the median value for Units is $695,882.
- Houses have a median rent of $650 while Units have a median rent of $630.
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