59 Wilson St, South Yarra is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House and was built in 1895. The property has a land size of 174m2 and floor size of 156m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2023.
A striking architectural renovation and extension has transformed this Victorian cottage into a breathtaking contemporary home where design excellence meets comfort and convenience in this very popular South Yarra pocket.
Retaining the home's period bones, the architects have created ample spaces and light for the family to live, work, rest and play so that this unique home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two light-filled north-facing living spaces.
The extensive use of glass, stone and timber set the tone, while the entire back of the home opens to the north-facing deck and garden to create one large indoor-outdoor living and entertaining space.
In this imaginative design, a staircase is paired with a broad set of steps to provide a fabulous background to the kitchen, a place for children to sit and watch the chef or create their own play under adult supervision. The pressed porcelain/Miele and Neff kitchen includes excellent storage.
Upstairs, the light-filled living room features custom-built joinery, a gas fireplace and a discreet study nook . The second living space downstairs with attractive banquette seating has garden outlooks.
The main bedroom upstairs with a wall of built-in robes, ensuite and views over the rooftops is complemented by two downstairs bedrooms with built-in robes and a contemporary bathroom.
With environmental credentials such as 5 kw solar power from 15 rooftop solar panels, double glazing, automated skylights and underfloor heating, this striking home includes a large laundry, powder room, utility area and garden shed.
Moments from Chapel Street, Toorak and Malvern Roads' boutiques, cafes, trams and trains this home is sure to see families battle it out for the keys to the front door.
The size of South Yarra is approximately 3.6 square kilometres. There are 19 parks, covering nearly 19.1% of the total area. The population of South Yarra in 2016 was 25147 people. By 2021 the population was 25028 showing a population decline of 0.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in South Yarra is 20-29 years. Households in South Yarra are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in South Yarra work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 35.50% of the homes in South Yarra were owner-occupied compared with 32.60% in 2016.
South Yarra has 26,718 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in South Yarra have seen a -13.57% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a -5.36% decrease. As at 30 June 2026:
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