38 Dickens St, Elwood is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House and was built in 1980. The property has a land size of 310m2 and floor size of 290m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2016.
Expressions of Interest Closing Tuesday 30 June at 2:00pmExtended and enlightened within gloriously lush surroundings, this exquisite solid brick Edwardian delivers a brilliant single-level lifestyle between St Kilda Botanical Gardens and the beach, with the added bonus of secure off-street parking via ROW. Positioned within a prime tree-lined street, just footsteps from local hotspot Dickens Street Grocer, this long-admired address places Acland Streets cafes, bars and city-bound transport within immediate reach, creating a relaxed setting that feels both peaceful and brilliantly alive.Baltic pine floors, soaring ceilings and an elegant L-shaped hallway capture the timeless elegance of the Edwardian era, before the accommodation expands to the rear into an extraordinary open-plan living, dining and family domain. North-facing gardens draw abundant natural light into the interior, while caf windows and broad openings extend entertaining to the rear alfresco deck. Two wood-burning fireplaces, including an ornate original fireplace beneath pressed-tin ceilings in the lounge, enrich the expansive living zones, while the kitchen incorporates stainless steel appliances and excellent storage, perfect for intimate or grand-scale hosting.Three generous bedrooms include a magnificent garden-fronted main bedroom with a bay window and ornate fireplace, along with two additional bedrooms with built-in robes and two bathrooms, including the renovated rear bathroom with bath and an adjoining laundry opening directly onto the deck. Complete with ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, plantation shutters and garden irrigation, this charismatic solid-brick Edwardian is an undeniable lifestyle winner, positioned within moments of excellent schools, the 96 tram, St Kilda Marina and a vibrant selection of beachfront dining and cafes.
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 10,273 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Elwood have seen a -2.82% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 0.45% increase. As at 31 May 2026:
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