42/53 Balaclava Rd, St Kilda East is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1949. The property has a land size of 4378m2 and floor size of 70m2.
So much bigger than its contemporary counterparts, this elevated two bedroom apartment is a rare find indeed. Sharing no common walls either side, you ll revel in coming home to relax on the balcony that overlooks the park-like garden surrounds and established trees. Serenely set at the front of the solidly built and iconic Greyfriars block with the northern sun shining through the nearly floor to ceiling windows throughout, you don t have to do a thing once you move in besides enjoy yourself. A feature wall of exposed original brick and a brand new renovation throughout sets this home apart from its predecessors. Featuring two oversized bedrooms with BIR, double glazing on windows, study zone and sizeable balcony. Also including a lock up garage PLUS storage on title, you ll find the trams and buses at your doorstep too convenient to ignore, with Balaclava train station and cosmopolitan Carlisle Street within walking distance.
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The size of St Kilda East is approximately 2.3 square kilometres. There are 9 parks, covering nearly 6.8% of the total area. The population of St Kilda East in 2016 was 13101 people. By 2021 the population was 12571 showing a population decline of 4.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in St Kilda East is 30-39 years. Households in St Kilda East are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in St Kilda East work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 48.80% of the homes in St Kilda East were owner-occupied compared with 44.30% in 2016.
St Kilda East has 7,896 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in St Kilda East have seen a -8.61% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 0.05% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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