83-87 Dorking RoadBox Hill North VIC 3129
Property Details for 83-87 Dorking Rd, Box Hill North
83-87 Dorking Rd, Box Hill North is a 5 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 1799m2 and floor size of 134m2.
Last Listing description (January 2026)
Built in 1891 for esteemed Box Hill resident William Thodey, this heritage-listed villa showcases the unique French Second Empire design of renowned architect Arthur E. Clarke. Nestled on a sprawling 1,799m2 block, it offers a rare opportunity for restoration, having been home to distinguished families over its 123-year history.Affectionately known as the 'McCook House,' this property is the only example of French Second Empire architecture in Whitehorse, making it an extraordinary find. The grand red-brick facade is complemented by a sweeping verandah, intricate leadlight front door, ornate brackets, and a cast-iron turret overlooking the expansive grounds.Inside, the largely preserved interiors feature soaring ceilings, carved archways, original hardwood flooring, and a stunning decorative fireplace. One room boasts a remarkable mural, believed to have been created by former resident Winifred McCook, who used the space to house artefacts from her expeditions across Australia and Papua New Guinea to preserve native cultures.The home's spacious layout includes formal living and dining areas, a large kitchen, five bedrooms, a study, and a bathroom. Perfectly positioned near schools, parks, shopping, and transport, this landmark property presents a rare opportunity to create a truly exceptional residence while honoring its rich history.Disclaimer: We have in preparing the content used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained is true and accurate, however accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements in this document. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this document. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquires and refer to the due diligence check-list provided by Consumer Affairs Victoria. Click on the link for a copy of the due diligence check-list from Consumer Affairs Victoria. http://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/duediligencechecklist
Property History for 83-87 Dorking Rd, Box Hill North, VIC 3129
- 23 Jul 2025Listed for Sale $2,000,000-$2,200,000
- 07 Nov 2024Listed for Sale $2,000,000-$2,200,000
- 05 Feb 2024Listed for Sale $2,100,000 - $2,200,000
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About Box Hill North 3129
The size of Box Hill North is approximately 4.0 square kilometres. It has 14 parks covering nearly 9.4% of total area. The population of Box Hill North in 2016 was 11874 people. By 2021 the population was 12337 showing a population growth of 3.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Box Hill North is 30-39 years. Households in Box Hill North are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Box Hill North work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 63.50% of the homes in Box Hill North were owner-occupied compared with 65.10% in 2016.
Box Hill North has 6,455 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Box Hill North have seen a 14.42% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 22.69% increase. As at 31 December 2025:
- The median value for Houses in Box Hill North is $1,472,867 while the median value for Units is $944,921.
- Houses have a median rent of $650 while Units have a median rent of $625.
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