16 Emerald St, Essendon West is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1970. The property has a land size of 736m2 and floor size of 181m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2022.
This elevated 4-bedroom home with two living areas, an abundance of space to entertain and a self-contained guest house has everything a family could need with plans for two townhouses already approved and ready for an astute investor. The home is ready and waiting to be enjoyed, though perhaps you'd prefer to develop (STCA)? Plans for two luxurious 4-bedroom townhouses have already been approved to give you a head start, but with 739sqm and an 18m+ frontage, you could truly build the home of your dreams in an enviable and vibrant location.
Current town planning approval for the construction of 2 x double storey street fronted dwellings (PDF copies of the plans available on request). Townhouse 1: 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 car garage, with open plan kitchen/dining and lounge, theatre and retreat. The total size is approx. 36,02 squares. Townhouse 2: 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 car car garage, with open plan kitchen/dining and lounge and retreat. The total size is approx. 34.76 squares.
As you arrive home you will find the formal lounge and dining area adjacent to the entrance hall; a light-filled space with beautiful views of the property's garden and the Neil Heinze Reserve. You'll be ready to entertain or spend time with family in any weather with a dedicated gas heater and the space also takes advantage of the home's ducted heating and central cooling. A bright and open second casual living and dining area features hardwood flooring and makes the most of floor-to-ceiling windows while offering direct access to the rear yard.
Your kitchen separates the formal and informal living areas of the home and includes stainless steel appliances and a sizeable pantry. The gas cooktop is perfect for whipping up a quick meal, a dishwasher makes clean-up a breeze, ample storage ensures that everything has its place and conveniently located power points give you flexibility for those benchtop appliances.
There is room for the whole family with four bedrooms that all offer ducted heating, making them warm and inviting on even the coldest of nights. The master bedroom boasts his and her built-in robes, with views out over the garden and reserve beyond creating a wonderful place to relax and unwind after a long day. Bedrooms 2 and 3 also have built-in robes and bedroom 4 offers layout flexibility for a home office or guest room.
The central bathroom features a separate bath and toilet and a spacious laundry room provides access to the rear yard. There are also two large linen cupboards accessible from the hall, providing plenty of storage space for all of your towels and bedding.
The family home's expansive rear yard is a true entertainer's delight with a large undercover deck that is perfect for hosting dinner parties or summer BBQs, while the studio or guest house provides your overnight guests with all the creature comforts they need, including their own kitchenette and bathroom with shower and toilet. Right-of-way access to the rear creates an opportunity to install a garage (STCA) and there's room for a pool (STCA) while still having plenty of versatile space to create the perfect yard.
Whatever you choose, there is incredible opportunity in a property whose proximity to public transport, Emerald Street Community Center, riverside trails, reserves and parklands makes it perfect for active families who love the outdoors. You'll be within walking distance to some of the most popular schools in the area, including St Bernard's College and local cafes and vibrant shopping precincts are just a short stroll away.
The size of Essendon West is approximately 1.0 square kilometres. It has 9 parks covering nearly 29.4% of total area. The population of Essendon West in 2016 was 1439 people. By 2021 the population was 1559 showing a population growth of 8.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Essendon West is 50-59 years. Households in Essendon West are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $3000 - $3999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Essendon West work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 71.60% of the homes in Essendon West were owner-occupied compared with 70.70% in 2016.
Essendon West has 804 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Essendon West have seen a 20.26% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 31.17% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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