161 Dorset RoadCroydon VIC 3136
Property Details for 161 Dorset Rd, Croydon
161 Dorset Rd, Croydon is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1938. The property has a land size of 836m2 and floor size of 191m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2021.
Last Listing description (April 2021)
Immerse yourself in the magnificence of 'Alsop House', a circa 1938 character residence, designed by Ruth Alsop, Victoria's first female architect.
Retaining all of its majesty, the home presents as good as the day it was built, proudly placed at the entrance of the Golf Links Estate. Privately screened by a picket fence and manicured hedges, the home possesses a prime, yet private disposition, with glorious garden expanses.
Welcomed by an automatic gated driveway and substantial off-street parking, the home exudes period charm; where three living zones and flexible accommodation are highlighted by tall ceilings, hardwood floorboards and intricate, original windows. Catering to both formal and casual occasions, it comprises spacious adjoining lounge and dining rooms, complemented by an open plan family and meals area with an open fireplace and twinset French doors, that link up with a covered entertaining deck that captures stunning garden and Mount Dandenong Ranges views. A large country-style kitchen is anchored at the heart of the home; featuring quality appliances, timber benchtops plus an abundance of preparation and storage space.
Enriched with creature comforts, it contains a powder room, ducted heating, air conditioning and a remote double garage. Its superbly central location reaches buses and reserves on foot. Located only a short commute to schools, recreational facilities plus the popular shops, eateries and train stations of Croydon and Mooroolbark.
* 'Alsop House', a circa 1938 character residence, enveloped in manicured gardens
* Three robed bedrooms, study/fourth bedroom, two bathrooms and a powder room
* Three spacious living zones
* Covered entertaining with stunning Mount Dandenong Ranges views
* Fully equipped country-style kitchen
* Heating and cooling
* Automatic gated driveway plus a remote double garage
* Located close to bus stops, reserves, schools, shops and train stations
Terms: 10% deposit, balance 30/60/90 days
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Property History for 161 Dorset Rd, Croydon, VIC 3136
- 24 Mar 2021Sold for $1,050,000
- 08 Feb 2021Listed for Sale $980,000 - $1,050,000
- 13 Nov 2020Listed for Sale $960,000 - $995,000
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About Croydon 3136
The size of Croydon is approximately 14.1 square kilometres. There are 52 parks, covering nearly 13.7% of the total area. The population of Croydon in 2016 was 26946 people. By 2021 the population was 28608 showing a population growth of 6.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Croydon is 30-39 years. Households in Croydon are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Croydon work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 69.80% of the homes in Croydon were owner-occupied compared with 70.10% in 2016.
Croydon has 15,981 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Croydon have seen a 2.77% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 16.54% increase. As at 31 May 2026:
- The median value for Houses in Croydon is $975,805 while the median value for Units is $708,718.
- Houses have a median rent of $650 while Units have a median rent of $600.
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