7/4 Lyons St S, Ballarat Central is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 70m2 and floor size of 56m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2016.
To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 8401
Offered to the market for the first time in a decade, this remarkable apartment brings a rare slice of New York loft living to the historic heart of Ballarat.
Set within a quiet, leafy landmark building just moments from Sturt Street, the residence has been meticulously reimagined from top to bottom, blending heritage architecture with a striking industrial-bohemian design aesthetic. The result is a home that feels both cosmopolitan and deeply personala refined urban retreat in one of regional Victorias most vibrant cultural centres.
Hidden behind the buildings charming historic faade, the apartment reveals a space defined by texture, character and thoughtful craftsmanship. The renovation celebrates the buildings past while introducing bold contemporary elements: exposed concrete beams, original pressed-metal details, and beautifully restored floorboards anchor the design, while the removal of the original plaster ceilings unveils dramatic 100-year-old textured concrete ceilings, creating a sense of height and authenticity rarely found in apartments of this kind.
The kitchen is a sculptural centrepiececoncrete countertops, textured grey walls and crisp white bevelled tiles rising floor-to-ceiling create a tactile and sophisticated palette that is both warm and minimalist. Every element has been considered to balance industrial edge with everyday comfort.
A defining feature of the apartment is the freestanding clawfoot bath, positioned beneath generous windows overlooking the layered rooftops of Ballarat. It is a quiet, contemplative spaceperfect for unwinding after evenings exploring the nearby restaurant and bar precinct.
The homes style is deeply personal to its owners. This is the owners second conversion project in Ballarat, says the managing agent. They wanted to bring a touch of New Yorkwhere they liveto the space. The project is very close to their heart.
For the past eight years, the apartment has been operated as a highly successful short-stay property, consistently ranked among Ballarats most popular Airbnb stays and recognised by Airbnb as a Guest Favouritea reflection of both its distinctive design and exceptional location.
Yet beyond its success as an investment, the apartment offers something increasingly rare: a true lifestyle property. Leave your car in the private off-street space and walk everywheremorning coffee along Sturt Street, sunset strolls around Lake Wendouree, galleries, wine bars and restaurants all moments from your door.
Key Features
Private off-street car parking
Freestanding clawfoot bath with heated tiled flooring
Concrete kitchen countertops
Flexible floor plan with optional built-in robes in the bedroom
HVAC heating and cooling
Log fireplace (ornamental)
Fully renovated kitchen and bathroom
Generous living and dining space
Located within a beautiful historic inner-city building
Dishwasher (or washer/dryer available on request)
Access to on-site laundry facilities
The apartment is currently tenanted, with the tenants expressing interest in remaining. It may also be offered vacant for owner-occupiers seeking a distinctive inner-city residence.
A deeply considered project, the home reflects the owners passion for design, architecture and placeand their love for Ballarats growing creative community.
We are currently conducting private inspections.
To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 8401
The size of Ballarat Central is approximately 3.8 square kilometres. There are 5 parks, covering nearly 3.7% of the 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 4,472 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Ballarat Central have seen a 9.45% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 18.33% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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