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12/8 Howlett Street
Kensington VIC 3031

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 77m2
Land area: 2415m2
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Property Details for 12/8 Howlett St, Kensington

12/8 Howlett St, Kensington is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 2 parking spaces and was built in 2000. The property has a land size of 2415m2 and floor size of 77m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2025.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
2000
Floor Size
77m2
Land Size
2415m2
Local Government
Melbourne
Lot/Plan
12/PS428643

Last Listing description (May 2025)

Instantly inviting apartment held within a sought-after development in a coveted pocket of Kensington

A dream come true for first-home buyers seeking an affordable entry to a prestigious lifestyle location

Two bedrooms with built-in robes

Open-plan kitchen/dining/living opening to covered entertaining balcony

Generous bathroom with incorporated laundry facilities

Split-system heating/cooling + electric panel heaters

Two allocated off-street parking spaces

Presenting an exciting opportunity to make the renowned Kensington lifestyle yours, this bright and welcoming two-bedroom apartment will delight home buyers and investors alike. Situated in a coveted pocket of this sought-after city-fringe suburb, youll enjoy a superb walk-to-everything lifestyle and move-in-ready comfort, with nothing to do but unpack and enjoy.

Sunny open-plan living delivers plenty of room to relax and entertain, with inviting dining and living zones joined by a well-appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The adjoining covered balcony is perfect for entertaining family and friends and adds valuable extra living space.
Both bedrooms boast built-in robes, with double doors in the main bedroom opening to a Juliet balcony with a lovely leafy outlook. Serving the bedrooms is the shared bathroom, where a subway-tiled rainfall shower and incorporated laundry facilities await.

Heating and cooling keeps you comfortable all year long while two allocated car spaces make for easy off-street parking.
This is a fabulous opportunity for those seeking an affordable entry to a priceless location. Dont miss your chance to inspect.

Why youll love this location:

Positioned only 6.1km* from the CBD and within easy strolling distance of local conveniences, this address promises a dream city-fringe lifestyle in a pretty pocket of Kensington directly opposite the grand stables of Flemington Racecourse.

Start the day with a great coffee from a choice of much-loved cafes within strolling distance of home, including Local Folk and Mama Bear Caf, and walk to Macauley Road for shops, eateries and services. Newmarket Shopping Plaza offers the convenience of Woolworths and a vibrant variety of retailers an easy walk from home, while the short stroll to Newmarket Station promises a blink-and-youll-miss-it rail commute to the city.

This location also offers a fabulous outdoor lifestyle, with a wide choice of parks, the Maribyrnong River and the historical Stockmans Route all a short walk away.
Walking distance proximity to Kensington Primary School and the short commute to Mt. Alexander College adds extra appeal for those with school-aged kids, while those with little ones will have a choice of childcare options within strolling distance of home.

*Approximate.

Property History for 12/8 Howlett St, Kensington, VIC 3031

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$479,998
10 Mar 2025
Listed for Rent
$400/w
30 Jun 2022
  • 10 Mar 2025
    Sold for $479,998
  • 19 Feb 2025
    Listed for Sale $420,000 - $460,000
  • 12 Jul 2023
    Listed for Rent $460 / week
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About Kensington 3031

The size of Kensington is approximately 2.1 square kilometres. There are 19 parks, covering nearly 13.6% of the total area. The population of Kensington in 2016 was 10812 people. By 2021 the population was 10745 showing a population decline of 0.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kensington is 30-39 years. Households in Kensington are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kensington work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 48.70% of the homes in Kensington were owner-occupied compared with 45.30% in 2016.

Kensington has 7,728 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kensington have seen a -11.38% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -3.90% decrease. As at 30 June 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Kensington is $1,105,970 while the median value for Units is $579,325.
  • Houses have a median rent of $730 while Units have a median rent of $590.
There are currently 13 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Kensington on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 315 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kensington.

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