3/394 Barkly St, Elwood is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 926m2 and floor size of 106m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2022.
OBVIOUS
Some things are timeless, and this art deco building which is about to celebrate its 100th birthday proves that good property really does get better with age.
The combination of the high, decorative ceilings with the Baltic pine polished floors makes this apartment more of a unique period home set above the ground. The timber mantles, classic fretwork, and hardwood floors ooze effortless charm, while the deliberate design decisions amount to a clever floorplan for effortless living.
The main bedroom boasts a picturesque setting out to Barkly Street, with a built-in robe, working fireplace, and double-glazed windows to keep external noise to a minimum. The north-facing study harnesses the best of the enviable views and could double as a room for simply boosting your vitamin D.
The living and dining area includes a warming gas fireplace for Melbourne's winters, but for the remaining months, you'll be sitting high on the expansive rear deck - looking east to Elwood and the surrounding well-established trees. The rear access from the laneway means that your two car spaces are secure and off-street.
The rest of the home is made up of a brilliant blend of function and form. The second comfortable bedroom has a built-in robe, the modern kitchen has been fitted with Smeg appliances, and the bright, white bathroom includes a relaxing bath. There's air conditioning and ducted heating throughout the home, an intercom-enabled entrance, and a beautifully maintained garden as part of the block.
The location is what takes this apartment from hugely credible to simply incredible. The position lends itself to being a three-minute walk from Elwood beach, a short stroll to the Village, and Robinson Reserve is directly across the road. Canal and bayside walks and running trails will keep your Sundays active, while Glen Huntly Road's bars and cafes have you covered for Saturdays.
SEALS THE DEAL
The building itself only has four apartments, but number three is the undisputed pick of the bunch for the northwest breathtaking views out to the bay, the parks opposite, and the city skyline. Don't tell the neighbours.
The size of Elwood is approximately 2.6 square kilometres. There are 14 parks, covering nearly 14.0% of the total area. The population of Elwood in 2016 was 15543 people. By 2021 the population was 15153 showing a population decline of 2.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Elwood is 30-39 years. Households in Elwood are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Elwood work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 46.90% of the homes in Elwood were owner-occupied compared with 41.90% in 2016.
Elwood has 10,295 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Elwood have seen a -4.21% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -0.43% decrease. As at 30 June 2026:
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
© Copyright 2026. RP Data Pty Ltd trading as Cotality (Cotality). All rights reserved. No reproduction, distribution, or transmission of the copyrighted materials is permitted. The information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
While Cotality uses commercially reasonable efforts to ensure the Cotality Data is current, Cotality does not warrant the accuracy, currency or completeness of the Cotality Data and to the full extent permitted by law excludes all loss or damage howsoever arising (including through negligence) in connection with the Cotality Data.