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179 Simpson Street
East Melbourne VIC 3002

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: -
Land area: 149m2
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Property Details for 179 Simpson St, East Melbourne

179 Simpson St, East Melbourne is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 149m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2001.

Building Type
House
Land Size
149m2
Local Government
Melbourne
Lot/Plan
1/LP146222

Last Listing description (July 2025)

Enviably located within one of prestigious East Melbourne's most tranquil pockets, this home effortlessly mixes period charm with contemporary comfort and is just a short stroll from Powlett Reserve and Darling Square.
Nestled away beyond a gloriously landscaped front garden and classic, lace-trimmed exterior, the circa 1871 Bluebell Cottage stands proudly in a quiet enclave that belies its convenient position and easy access to the CBD.
Entering the classically appealing Victorian home, a hallway with soaring ceilings and decorative arch welcomes. To the right is an elegant living room with feature fireplace and decorative ceiling rose which offers an inviting space to relax.

In the centre of this low-maintenance home, a sunny gourmet kitchen with a stunning Italian terracotta floor is a stylish and practical space which benefits from granite benchtops and a stylishly tiled splashback, quality appliances and extensive cabinetry including a retractable small appliance cabinet.
This space is flooded with light thanks to its preferred northern orientation and features attractive French doors which open to a tiled courtyard which is the perfect spot for a morning coffee or alfresco entertaining.
The ground floor also benefits from two spacious bedrooms one with built-in robes and both with courtyard access and a newly-renovated family bathroom with stone vanity and skylight. A well-fitted laundry with sink and storage rounds out the amenity.
Moving upstairs via a handsome wooden staircase, the expansive parents' retreat is an unexpected surprise with its city views, pristine ensuite with attractive tiled floor and well-fitted dressing area.
The benefits of this appealing residence are further enhanced by ducted heating and air conditioning, quality carpets and blockout blinds to maximise comfort and privacy. There is the also the potential to add rear off-street parking and a second level extension (both STCA).
If location is everything, this unsurpassed lifestyle opportunity wins the top prize. Perfectly positioned with easy access to Melbourne's cultural delights, MCG sporting precinct, Fitzroy Gardens, city restaurants, cafes and bistros and the Yarra, with North Richmond station and trams and buses nearby, this is an exceptional opportunity for the discerning buyer.

Property History for 179 Simpson St, East Melbourne, VIC 3002

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$571,000
17 Nov 2001
Listed for Rent
$900/w
11 Jun 2019
  • 26 Nov 2024
    Listed for Rent $1,100 / week
  • 26 Aug 2024
    Listed for Sale $2,400,000 - $2,640,000
  • 20 May 2019
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About East Melbourne 3002

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 5,822 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in East Melbourne have seen a 24.16% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 0.80% increase. As at 31 May 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in East Melbourne is $3,115,513 while the median value for Units is $764,907.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,000 while Units have a median rent of $690.
There are currently 15 properties listed for sale, and 12 properties listed for rent in East melbourne on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 258 properties were sold in the past 12 months in East melbourne.

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