23 May Street, Kew, VIC 3101 sold on 15 May 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 15 May 2025 for $1,880,000

23 May Street
Kew VIC 3101

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 333m2
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Marshall White Boroondara
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Property Details for 23 May St, Kew

23 May St, Kew is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 333m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2025. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Kew in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Land Size
333m2
Local Government
Boroondara
Lot/Plan
1/TP592312

Last Listing description (October 2024)

THE PROPERTY
Discover this 19th-century Victorian gem nestled in a serene garden oasis in the heart of Kew. This elegant home offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by lush greenery, perfectly located near top private schools and Glenferrie Road's vibrant boutiques and dining. Step into a world of timeless charm with a grand formal dining room featuring an original fireplace adorned with ornate cast ironwork and decorative tiles. Three spacious double bedrooms, two with fireplaces, all equipped with built-in wardrobes, blend period elegance with modern design. The custom kitchen, thoughtfully updated, showcases granite countertops, a Smeg integrated dishwasher, and an Ascot freestanding 90cm cooker handcrafted in Italy, with a leafy view bathed in northern sunlight. The bright living room, framed by glass panels, opens to a beautifully landscaped northwest garden with a water fountain, creating a picturesque outdoor escape. Two remodeled bathrooms exude luxury, with black granite countertops and a claw foot tub. A European-style laundry completes this residence.

THE FEATURES

- 19th-century Victorian home with original period features
- Three spacious double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and fireplaces
- Grand formal dining room with an original ornate fireplace
- Custom kitchen with granite countertops, Smeg integrated dishwasher, and Ascot freestanding cooker
- Bright living room opening to a landscaped northwest garden with a water fountain
- Two remodeled bathrooms with black granite countertops and a claw foot tub
- European-style laundry
- Ducted heating and two split-system air conditioners
- North-facing windows, some double glazed, providing natural light
- Low-maintenance lawn surrounded by established gardens
- High ceilings with intricate ceiling roses, original Baltic pine floorboards, and lead-light front door panels
- Tessellated tiled front verandah preserving the home's historic allure
- Potential for future extensions (STCA)

THE LOCATION
Located in a coveted quiet street in Kew's private school belt, this superb home is close to Kew Junction and Glenferrie Road shops, cafes, and restaurants, including Leo's Fine Foods and Toscanos. It also offers easy access to extensive parklands, trams and trains. This property presents a unique lifestyle opportunity seamlessly blended with modern comfort in this tightly-held pocket of Kew.
THE TERMS: 60|90|120

Property History for 23 May St, Kew, VIC 3101

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,880,000
15 May 2025
  • 15 May 2025
    Sold for $1,880,000
  • 28 Aug 2024
    Listed for Sale $1,900,000 - $2,050,000
  • 19 Feb 2024
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
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About Kew 3101

The size of Kew is approximately 10.5 square kilometres. It has 37 parks covering nearly 18.0% of total area. The population of Kew in 2016 was 24605 people. By 2021 the population was 24499 showing a population decline of 0.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kew is 50-59 years. Households in Kew are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kew work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 68.50% of the homes in Kew were owner-occupied compared with 66.10% in 2016.

Kew has 14,095 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kew have seen a 15.42% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 16.14% increase. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Kew is $2,862,541 while the median value for Units is $938,453.
  • Houses have a median rent of $950 while Units have a median rent of $625.
There are currently 20 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Kew on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 659 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kew.

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