79 Ballarat RoadFootscray VIC 3011
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79 Ballarat Rd, Footscray is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1935. The property has a land size of 491m2 and floor size of 234m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2006.
Last Listing description (April 2025)
This property is open for inspection. In accordance to Victorian Government requirements, only fully vaccinated people will be able to attend the open for inspection/and auction for this property.
A local landmark for decades - and certain to remain so far into the future - this evocative art deco era home reflects the elegance of its era throughout grand proportions in a great position opposite Footscray Park. Classic lines, polished floors, open fire-places, ornate ceilings and a central staircase convey period integrity throughout a home where an elegant sitting room, large living/dining area and charming bedroom share the downstairs level with a generous granite kitchen. Above, three bedrooms and two bathrooms include a main bedroom with an ensuite and a bright front bedroom featuring a beautiful traditional balcony. The rear garden's established expanses and slate tiled spa and sauna retreat add to the character of an address that further enhanced by side drive parking, self contained bungalow and a convenient carport. Moments from Victoria University and Foostcray shopping, some 7km from the CBD - the chance to acquire an icon, with options to imprint your own personality!
All inspections are limited to a density quotient of 1 person per 4sqm.
Property History for 79 Ballarat Rd, Footscray, VIC 3011
- 27 Nov 2023Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
- 06 Jan 2006Sold for $713,500
- 17 Nov 2005Listed for Sale $749,000
Local Area Liveability Score
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- Walking time to a local facility
- Number of facilities within a 20-minute walk
The overall Liveability Score is made up of smaller sub-scores, as described below.
About Footscray 3011
The size of Footscray is approximately 5 square kilometres. It has 25 parks covering nearly 15.1% of total area. The population of Footscray in 2011 was 13,202 people. By 2016 the population was 16,336 showing a population growth of 23.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Footscray is 20-29 years. Households in Footscray are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Footscray work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 42% of the homes in Footscray were owner-occupied compared with 36.6% in 2016.
Footscray has 14,461 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Footscray have seen a 3.29% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 1.17% increase. As at 30 April 2025:
- The median value for Houses in Footscray is $970,985 while the median value for Units is $469,515.
- Houses have a median rent of $570 while Units have a median rent of $510.
What's around 79 Ballarat Rd, Footscray
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