38 Hopetoun Ave, Canterbury is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 1083m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2017.
Occupying a substantial north-west facing corner allotment of approximately 1,083sqm in the coveted Canterbury Golden Mile precinct, this magnificent Edwardian residence is not affected by a heritage overlay, offering outstanding flexibility for future renovation, extension, or a complete redevelopment including the potential for a luxurious new family home or multiple dwellings (STCA). Positioned on a rare and highly sought-after corner site, the property presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Melbournes most tightly held residential pockets.The existing home features an elegant three-bedroom, two-bathroom floorplan and four-car garage with grand proportions and picturesque garden outlooks, complemented by a gracious formal lounge, expansive dining room and inviting sitting room, each enhanced by original open fireplaces. The sun-drenched open-plan kitchen and meals area flows seamlessly to an elevated deck.Comfortable to occupy as is with scope for a minor update to settle in while plans take shape, the property also offers significant long-term upside. A true standout is its corner position, providing exceptional design flexibility and the potential for a new dwelling fronting either Hopetoun Avenue or View Street (STCA), adding further value to future redevelopment options.Ideally positioned within walking distance of Maling Roads renowned cafs and boutiques, Canterbury Station, trams and some of Melbournes finest schools, this is a rare Golden Mile offering that combines immediate livability with outstanding redevelopment and multi-dwelling potential in a blue-chip location.
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 4,048 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Canterbury have seen a -10.56% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 2.55% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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