1/17a Albion St, Balaclava is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 1252m2 and floor size of 84m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2024.
Tucked away in “Mandalay Court” - a boutique Art Deco block of ten apartments, this well presented ground floor sanctuary offers a wonderful opportunity in a prime lifestyle location.
Whether you're a first home buyer wanting to break into the market, a downsizer looking for single level ease or a savvy investor looking for a future proof investment, this generously sized abode offers the best of both worlds - peaceful & private with all the lively action of Balaclava close by. With a tangible warmth & character of its own & with modern updates to key areas, this charming period beauty with polished timber flooring, high ceilings & picture rails features an impressively proportioned living & dining room with gas heater & a handy study/sunroom further complemented by a separate well appointed kitchen with stainless steel oven, movable island bench & ample storage. While an exceptionally spacious main bedroom with built-in robes/cabinetry & lovely leafy outlook, a second bedroom with built-in robes & a sparkling central bathroom with heated towel rail, laundry facilities & separate toilet, completes the accommodation. This delightful apartment also includes hallway storage & undercover off street parking for one car at the rear. Conveniently positioned in a location that delivers a complete lifestyle balance with Ripponlea Village, vibrant Carlisle Street, Ripponlea train station & Brighton Road tram routes all close by & with easy access to St Kilda & the bay.
The size of Balaclava is approximately 0.8 square kilometres. It has 3 parks covering nearly 1.8% of total area. The population of Balaclava in 2016 was 5396 people. By 2021 the population was 5392 showing a population decline of 0.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Balaclava is 30-39 years. Households in Balaclava are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Balaclava work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 49.00% of the homes in Balaclava were owner-occupied compared with 43.40% in 2016.
Balaclava has 3,650 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Balaclava have seen a 8.80% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 4.64% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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