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79 Rankins Road
Kensington VIC 3031

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 96m2
Land area: 185m2
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Property Details for 79 Rankins Rd, Kensington

79 Rankins Rd, Kensington is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 185m2 and floor size of 96m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2024.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1930
Floor Size
96m2
Land Size
185m2
Local Government
Melbourne
Lot/Plan
1/LP29652

Last Listing description (February 2025)

Updated period terrace situated in a dream walk-to-everything Kensington location less than 5km* from the CBD

Tranquil tree-lined street with easy on-street parking

Polished timber floorboards + high decorative ceilings

Two bedrooms, including master with full-width built-in robe

Open-plan kitchen/dining/living showcasing a beautifully appointed kitchen

Good-sized bathroom with bath and shower

Walk-in laundry

5kW solar panel system for sustainable energy and subsidised electricity bills

Ducted heating + split-system heating/cooling

Large entertaining deck + leafy, low-maintenance back garden with rear laneway pedestrian access

Move in and enjoy

Offering the perfect balance of original charm, modern comfort and energy efficiency, this beautifully updated period terrace is instantly inviting.

Set on a peaceful, leafy street in a dream-come-true location, this is an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready home and a superb inner-city lifestyle.

Two bedrooms offer inviting retreats, with the large master boasting a full-width built-in robe for enviable storage. Sunny open-plan living showcases generous dining and lounge zones and a stunning stone-topped kitchen, where timelessly elegant cabinetry ensures lasting appeal and quality stainless steel appliances will delight even the keenest of cooks.

Relax and unwind with a soak in the bathrooms full-sized inset bathtub and entertain alfresco with ease on your generous back deck, overlooking a leafy, low-maintenance garden with gated rear laneway access.

Ducted heating and a split-system heating/cooling unit ensure year-round comfort with solar panels installed to reduce your power bills, while a walk-in laundry adds extra appeal.

Why youll love this location:

Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street just 4.4km* from the heart of Melbournes CBD and within easy strolling distance of every convenience, this prestigious address promises a superb inner-city lifestyle.

Stroll to an impressive selection of cafes for your morning coffee and walk to the shops, eateries and services of Macauley Road and Racecourse Road.

Newmarket Plaza awaits an eight-minute* stroll from home, offering the convenience of Woolworths and a vibrant selection of shops and services, while the six-minute* walk to Kensington Station ensures a blink-and-youll-miss-it commute to the CBD.

Those with children will appreciate the three-minute* stroll to the Parsons Street Reserve and playground as well as the great selection of childcare services within easy walking distance.

Mount Alexander College is a 15-minute* walk from home and the short stroll to Kensington Primary School, Holy Rosary School and St. Brendans Primary School adds extra family appeal.

*Approximate

Property History for 79 Rankins Rd, Kensington, VIC 3031

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$985,000
03 Dec 2024
Listed for Rent
$590/w
21 Jan 2022
  • 03 Dec 2024
    Sold for $985,000
  • 12 Nov 2024
    Listed for Sale $ 950,000 - $990,000
  • 15 Feb 2024
    Listed for Rent $675 / 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 7,734 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kensington have seen a -13.78% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -6.10% decrease. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Kensington is $1,099,858 while the median value for Units is $556,240.
  • Houses have a median rent of $740 while Units have a median rent of $600.
There are currently 13 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Kensington on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 308 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kensington.

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