53 Dickens St, Elwood is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 3 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 697m2 and floor size of 170m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2019.
Rich with period charm, yet brimming with potential to further add value, this character-filled 4-bedroom occupies an exceptional 690sqm (approx.) of GRZ1 zoned land just metres to Elwood's renowned foreshore. And with a broad 16.23m frontage and the luxury of rear laneway access this prime piece of real estate means your options are limitless!
Freshly painted throughout, the existing double brick home is extremely comfortable and provides abundant accommodation whilst you contemplate your next steps. Showcasing soaring ceilings and decorative plasterwork, it offers two separate living zones, four well-sized bedrooms, a bright family bathroom and huge eat-in kitchen. Split system heating/cooling, multiple gas heaters and a ceiling fan keep the interiors comfortable throughout the seasons, whilst also offered are a second WC and lock-up garage.
The home provides solid foundations for a contemporary makeover or potentially build in the rear yard (Subject to Council Approval). Boasting a prized north-facing frontage, the possibilities for this exceptional property are only as limited as your imagination. The ultimate lifestyle location, it is central to shops, schools and Jerry's Milk Bar for your morning coffee, whilst the attractions of iconic Acland Street, trams and St Kilda beach are a short distance away.
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 10,272 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Elwood have seen a 0.20% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 2.44% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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