12 Chaucer Cres, Canterbury is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1900. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2025.
Breathtaking space, stunning period elements and modern luxury merge in this beautifully appointed Federation family residence superbly positioned on 1,795sqm (approx.) within a prestigious heritage streetscape. Set amongst sprawling landscaped gardens, a championship-size 'en tout cas' tennis court and stunning solar-heated pool extend up to expansive split-level alfresco decks, providing the ideal venue for lavish outdoor entertaining. The interior dimensions are equally as impressive with flexible living spaces offering both privacy and togetherness. A broad entrance opens to ornate high ceilings and hardwood floors into the elegant main bedroom with fireplace and enchanting bow window nook overlooking the front garden. Via a walk-in robe, a classic bathroom comprises a clawfoot bath, oversized shower and decorative period details. Spacious formal dining reveals an original style fireplace, while a central sitting room offers a refined space to receive guests.
Airy open plan family lounge/dining features abundant multi-aspect windows adjacent to the stylish well-appointed kitchen with stone breakfast bar, benches and storage cupboards. Rear stairs take you down to a contemporary bathroom shared by two generous, tranquil bedrooms each with built-in robes, study corner, garden outlook and external access. A fabulous, light-filled home office leads up to a loft bedroom with magnificent treetop views, robes and ensuite. This luxury family residence also details a sunlit laundry, ample storage space - including under-house with wine racks - water tanks, additional laneway access and double auto garage with workshop area and potential space for a playroom and/or home gym. Enviably situated only moments from East Camberwell shopping, with easy access to Maling Road/Burke Road boutiques and dining, public transport, some of Melbourne's most esteemed schools and an array of parklands.
The size of Canterbury is approximately 3.2 square kilometres. There are 14 parks, covering nearly 6.6% of the total area. The population of Canterbury in 2016 was 8056 people. By 2021 the population was 7800 showing a population decline of 3.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Canterbury is 10-19 years. Households in Canterbury are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Canterbury work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 78.10% of the homes in Canterbury were owner-occupied compared with 76.80% in 2016.
Canterbury has 4,044 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Canterbury have seen a -8.99% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 3.73% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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