188 George St, East Melbourne is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1886. The property has a land size of 913m2 and floor size of 658m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2013.
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188 George Street is one of the most exceptional homes in Melbourne, from its soaring ceilings and imposing entrance, to its showstopping grand ballroom ideal for entertaining the likes of royalty.
This picture-perfect double storey, double fronted Victorian family home is perfectly orientated with north facing rear garden and pool, situated in the heart of East Melbourne. This private elevated residence offers 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and retaining its original tessellated tiling and stained-glass windows, every room is generously proportioned with its full-length windows, which provide extraordinary natural light for this period home.
Upon arrival you feel the great sense of space and grandeur from its imposing entrance and soaring ceilings, flowing through on the west wing to the formal sitting room, library and on the east wing you have this tremendous dining room and 12metre length ballroom plus north facing sunroom. Leading to an expansive modern chef's kitchen, informal dining and adjoining family room, spilling out to the private pool, low maintenance garden and entertainment terrace. Plus, the converted coach house provides a double garage, gym/home office, bathroom and converted nanny's loft or a separate children's retreat and off-street parking is also available for two further vehicles.
Upstairs comprises a vast master suite with lounge, separate dressing room, and ensuite bathroom, two significantly oversized bedrooms, separate study, and a large central bathroom, while in the west wing a further three generous bedrooms, and bathroom are complemented by a large balcony with views of the stunning pool and garden.
A moments' walk to the beautifully appointed Fitzroy gardens, only ten minutes' walk to Collins St and the CBD, a sporting match at the MCG or Tennis Centres, concerts at any of the world class arenas; and Arts Centre.
Often sought and rarely found, this home is truly one of a kind as Amberley was built in 1886 to deliver a lifestyle reminiscent of Belgravia in inner city London.
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 5,830 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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