2/8 John St, Balwyn is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1970. The property has a land size of 127m2 and floor size of 106m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2022.
Tucked away in a quiet, private group of just five homes, this elevated two-bedroom townhouse delivers a perfect mix of massive energy savings, bright spaces, and unbeatable convenience. Featuring a distinct reverse-living layout, the property has been intelligently designed to ensure your daily living zones are bathed in natural northern light all year round.
The expansive upper level functions as a sun-drenched retreat, opening into a massive lounge and dining domain serviced by a split-system air conditioning unit for perfect climate control. This space flows seamlessly into a beautifully appointed kitchen equipped with a stainless steel oven, dishwasher, and a double-sink workstation. Step through the wide sliding doors onto a deep, spacious front balconythe perfect spot for unwinding with an evening drink while soaking in elevated views across the tree-lined neighborhood. A convenient second toilet/powder room is also thoughtfully positioned on this main floor.
Downstairs houses the private bedroom zone, offering two remarkably large, light-filled rooms fitted with built-in robes. Both rooms share a tranquil outlook over a private, fully paved rear courtyard requiring low maintenance. Servicing the ground floor is a spacious central main bathroom featuring a large, modern walk-in shower, a separate toilet, and a dedicated full-sized laundry room.
The ultimate bonus for your back pocket: the owner has installed a substantial, high-capacity 6kW (approx.) solar panel system, ensuring your power bills are kept to an absolute minimum through the changing Melbourne seasons. The home also boasts a massive under-house footprint that provides a secure lock-up garage.
The location offers a premium lifestyle right outside your door. You are a mere minute's stroll from the vibrant Whitehorse Road shopping precinct, bustling local cafes, restaurants, the Palace Balwyn Cinema, and the green spaces of Balwyn Park. Commuting to the CBD is effortless with the 109 tram right nearby, and the property sits proudly within the highly coveted school zones for both Balwyn High School and Balwyn Primary School.
This unique, energy-efficient townhouse offers a rare level of space, comfort, and utility savings in Balwyn. Inspect as advertised or contact our team to arrange your viewing today.
The size of Balwyn is approximately 4.4 square kilometres. There are 19 parks, covering nearly 5.0% of the total area. The population of Balwyn in 2016 was 13312 people. By 2021 the population was 13495 showing a population growth of 1.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Balwyn is 10-19 years. Households in Balwyn are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Balwyn work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 69.30% of the homes in Balwyn were owner-occupied compared with 71.20% in 2016.
Balwyn has 7,513 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Balwyn have seen a -7.52% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 2.26% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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