140 Powlett St, East Melbourne is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1867. The property has a land size of 256m2 and floor size of 300m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2023.
Beautifully set against the backdrop of a private, leafy garden sanctuary, this utterly captivating c1867 Victorian residence's three levels and 321sqm (internally) approx. exceeds all expectations in terms of elegance, contemporary style and the multitude of living and entertaining options.
The majestic arched hall featuring high ceilings and Baltic pine floors introduces a gracious sitting room with fireplace and a formal dining room. Streaming with natural light, the gourmet kitchen appointed with stone benches and premium Bosch appliances and the generous living and dining room open to a wide balcony enjoying a wonderful outlook to surrounding greenery. Upstairs, the glorious main bedroom with marble fireplace, walk in robe and lavish en suite is matched by a second double bedroom with robe, third bedroom with walk in robe and broad balcony, a shower room and powder-room. The versatile lower level comprises a spacious home office or guest bedroom with gas fire, stylish third bathroom, a spectacular atrium with water feature beneath a triple height glass ceiling and an expansive retreat/media or living room opening to the private northeast facing paved garden. Surrounded by lush greenery, it is an idyllic setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. The lower level also offers flexibility as self-contained accommodation if required. Beyond the garden there is a double garage accessed via a wide right of way.
Exclusively positioned in one of East Melbourne's most sought-after locations near Powlett Reserve, Fitzroy Gardens, trams, Jolimont station, a range of shops and restaurants, the MCG and CBD, it includes hydronic heating, RC/air-conditioners, powder-room, laundry, large bluestone wine cellar, storeroom and Irrigation.
The size of East Melbourne is approximately 1.9 square kilometres. There are 10 parks, covering nearly 46.0% of the total area. The population of East Melbourne in 2016 was 4964 people. By 2021 the population was 4896 showing a population decline of 1.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in East Melbourne is 30-39 years. Households in East Melbourne are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in East Melbourne work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 44.80% of the homes in East Melbourne were owner-occupied compared with 43.60% in 2016.
East Melbourne has 5,833 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in East Melbourne have seen a -10.47% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -2.25% decrease. As at 31 July 2026:
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