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59 Simpson Street
East Melbourne VIC 3002

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Land area: 214m2
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Property Details for 59 Simpson St, East Melbourne

59 Simpson St, East Melbourne is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 214m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2022.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1920
Land Size
214m2
Local Government
Melbourne
Lot/Plan
5/LP25826

Last Listing description (December 2022)

An enchanting showcase of Victorian attractions with an enthralling slice of East
Melbourne history, this proud 2 bedroom c1873 solid brick cottage is being offered for the first time in 45 years.

In the notable row marked as 'Elizabeth Terrace' (59-63) which was named after

the wife of a famed Bourke Street ironmonger and designed by architect G.D.
Langridge, this historic Victorian retains its irresistible faade, captivating 3.7m
approx. ceilings, high skirting boards, and Baltic pine floorboards with
heartwarming effect. Welcomed by the traditional arched hallway, the home
features 2 gorgeous front bedrooms (including the main with marble fireplace,
the other with built-in robes), an engaging family living and dining area, tasteful
kitchen with a Bosch dishwasher, a stylish subway-tiled bathroom, genuine
laundry and double doors to a sun-splashed brick-paved alfresco courtyard with its versatile workshop and rear lane access.

A low-maintenance layout with the potential for luxurious inclusions to match its
illustrious location, this pristine residence is appointed with hydronic heating,
reverse cycle air conditioning, instant hot water, security doors, timber blinds
and great storage.

In an acclaimed pocket, literal metres from the popular George Street caf, stroll
through Yarra Park on your way to the Melbourne Cricket Ground and
Melbourne Park; or through Fitzroy and Treasury Gardens on your swift
commute into the CBD; first-class convenience to buses, trams, and trains (via
Jolimont Station) and within a wander of the Yarra River.

Property History for 59 Simpson St, East Melbourne, VIC 3002

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$2,235,000
10 Dec 2022
  • 10 Dec 2022
    Sold for $2,235,000
  • 08 Nov 2022
    Listed for Sale Auction $2,000,000-$2,200,000
  • 21 May 1977
    Sold for $49,500
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About East Melbourne 3002

The size of East Melbourne is approximately 1.9 square kilometres. It has 10 parks covering nearly 46.0% of 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 57.51% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -12.63% decrease. As at 31 January 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in East Melbourne is $3,447,492 while the median value for Units is $753,149.
  • Houses have a median rent of $788 while Units have a median rent of $665.
There are currently 11 properties listed for sale, and 11 properties listed for rent in East melbourne on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 246 properties were sold in the past 12 months in East melbourne.

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