21a Sunnyside Gr, Bentleigh is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 3 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 880m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in February 2025. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Bentleigh in the last 12 months.
Playful, bold, and utterly unique, this single-level residence redefines family living with its unmistakable character and clever, functional design. Lovingly owned by the same family for over twenty years, and reimagined by architects Simon & Freda Thornton just 10 years ago, its huge, 880m² (approx.) block seamlessly blends mid-century design with thoughtful modern updates. Every detail has been carefully crafted and perfectly maintained, ready to welcome the next family who will continue its story.
Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with light, inviting the outdoors in and connecting to a sunlit deck, tranquil, low-maintenance gardens, and a private gate leading to Bentleigh West Primary’s oval, one of the top 3% primary schools in the state and top five in the eastern suburbs. This is a home for those who value design, individuality, and the perfect balance of form and function.
Property Highlights
• Outstanding Local Schooling: Bentleigh West Primary School, located at the back gate, ranks in the top 3% of primary schools in the state. Ranked first in numeracy in Victoria and holds a record number of participants in the Australian Maths Competition.
• Architect-Designed Home with Land Potential: Sitting on a sprawling 880m² (approx.) block, the property offers endless opportunities for future enhancements or expansions while maintaining its mid-century charm.
• Retro-Inspired Kitchen: Bold red cabinetry, an electric-blue island bench with wine storage, stainless-steel splashback, and Bosch appliances.
• Three Bedrooms & Two Living Spaces: Three bedrooms with built-in robes and gorgeous, custom cabinetry featuring integrated shelving and soft-close drawers, combining style and practicality. One of the two versatile living areas can easily be converted into a fourth bedroom, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
• Sustainable Features: Hydronic heating, a 2.4kW solar panel system, three water tanks, and Blackbutt timber floors bring modern eco-consciousness to mid-century charm.
Unbeatable Location
• 5-min Walk to Bentleigh West Primary (approx. 400m) – direct oval access at your back fence
• 7-min Walk to Bentleigh Village Shops & Cafés (approx. 600m)
• 10-min Walk to Bentleigh Station (approx. 800m)
• 8-min Drive to Westfield Southland (approx. 4km)
• 13-min Drive to Bay Beaches (approx. 8km)
Zoned for Brighton Secondary College and near St Paul’s Primary, OLSH College, and St Finbar’s, this home offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a property full of personality, practicality, and charm in the heart of Bentleigh.
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The size of Bentleigh is approximately 4.7 square kilometres. It has 6 parks covering nearly 3.8% of total area. The population of Bentleigh in 2016 was 16153 people. By 2021 the population was 17921 showing a population growth of 11.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Bentleigh is 40-49 years. Households in Bentleigh are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Bentleigh work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 69.30% of the homes in Bentleigh were owner-occupied compared with 70.50% in 2016.
Bentleigh has 9,484 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Bentleigh have seen a 18.89% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 12.79% increase. As at 31 December 2025:
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