17 Johnson St, Ballarat Central is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1890. The property has a land size of 465m2 and floor size of 151m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in February 2026. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Ballarat Central in the last 12 months.
Brimming with period character and endless possibility, this charming three bedroom home offers an exciting opportunity to restore, renovate or transform in one of Ballarat Central's most tightly held locations, just a short stroll from the shores of Lake Wendouree. From the moment you arrive, the home's classic faade and ornate period features hint at the potential that lies within. High ceilings, traditional detailing and the solid bones typical of this era provide the perfect foundation for a thoughtful renovation, allowing the next owner to restore and enhance its original beauty while adding modern comforts. Currently comprising three bedrooms, a central bathroom, a separate kitchen and a dedicated lounge room, the layout offers flexibility and scope to reimagine the space to suit contemporary living. Scope to thoughtfully extend and further capitalise on the home's prized central location (STCA) Set within one of Ballarat Central's most tightly held streets, surrounded by established period homes, enjoy the lifestyle benefits of being moments from the lake, walking tracks, cafs, schools and the Ballarat CBD, all while residing in a blue-chip street known for its quality homes and strong long-term appeal. Whether you are an experienced renovator seeking your next project or a home buyer with a vision to create a forever home, this property offers endless possibilities.With character, location and potential all on offer, this is an outstanding opportunity to renovate, invest or create a beautifully restored Victorian home in one of Ballarat's most desirable suburbs.
The size of Ballarat Central is approximately 3.8 square kilometres. It has 5 parks covering nearly 3.7% of total area. The population of Ballarat Central in 2016 was 5328 people. By 2021 the population was 5378 showing a population growth of 0.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Ballarat Central is 20-29 years. Households in Ballarat Central are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Ballarat Central work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 57.60% of the homes in Ballarat Central were owner-occupied compared with 56.90% in 2016.
Ballarat Central has 4,491 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Ballarat Central have seen a 17.52% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 14.64% increase. As at 31 January 2026:
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