49 William St, Oakleigh is a 5 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 543m2.
Steeped in history and rich with character, this truly irreplaceable residence presents a rare opportunity to secure one of Oakleigh's original farmhouses, holding a story that spans over 150 years. Offered for the first time in nearly six decades, this cherished home has been lovingly held within the same family, preserving its timeless appeal while offering an exciting future for its next chapter. Beyond its charming faade, the home showcases beautiful period features including original high pressed metal ceilings, restored architraves and picture rails, and elegant original fireplace mantels that reflect its remarkable heritage. Generous in scale and set across two levels, the residence delivers multiple living zones suited to growing families, while also presenting outstanding scope to renovate, enhance or reimagine into a contemporary showpiece, all while retaining its historical soul.
Set on a substantial 543sqm (approx.) allotment, the possibilities extend outdoors where there is ample space to create landscaped gardens, entertaining zones or future extensions (STCA). Positioned in a tightly held and highly sought-after Oakleigh pocket, the lifestyle appeal is undeniable, just moments from the vibrant Oakleigh Central precinct, renowned for its cafs, restaurants and shopping. Excellent public transport options including Oakleigh Train Station and bus networks ensure seamless connectivity, while nearby schools, parklands and recreational facilities provide exceptional convenience for families. Blending history, heart and potential, this is a truly special offering that invites you to become part of its enduring story.
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The size of Oakleigh is approximately 3.5 square kilometres. There are 11 parks, covering nearly 10.8% of the total area. The population of Oakleigh in 2016 was 7893 people. By 2021 the population was 8442 showing a population growth of 7.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Oakleigh is 20-29 years. Households in Oakleigh are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Oakleigh work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 62.70% of the homes in Oakleigh were owner-occupied compared with 64.40% in 2016.
Oakleigh has 5,618 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Oakleigh have seen a 2.84% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -1.82% decrease. As at 30 April 2026:
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