279 Rathmines Street, Thornbury, VIC 3071 | Property Value & History | OnTheHouse
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279 Rathmines Street
Thornbury VIC 3071

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 662m2
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Property Details for 279 Rathmines St, Thornbury

279 Rathmines St, Thornbury is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 662m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2024.

Building Type
House
Land Size
662m2
Local Government
Darebin
Lot/Plan
1/TP259129

Last Listing description (February 2026)

Presenting a rare and exciting opportunity, this approved development offers plans and permits for two luxurious duplex townhomes, each with street frontage and a generous design of approximately 31 squares across 330 sqm of land (approx.) each.

Both residences feature four bedrooms plus a study, multiple living zones, and open plan layouts designed for modern living. Highlights for each residence includes a designer kitchen, downstairs bedroom (with ensuite and built-in robe), upstairs master suite with walk-in robe and private ensuite, and two additional bedrooms with robes, rumpus or study area, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces with rear decking, sizeable backyards, and swimming pools. Each residence also provides a single garage plus an additional car space.

Currently, a cherished clinker brick period home with a side drive occupies the site, lovingly held by the same family for many years. Immediately comfortable and currently tenanted on a month-to-month basis, the home includes three bedrooms, multiple living areas, a neat kitchen, central bathroom, and spacious outdoor areas.

This highly sought-after address combines rich history with forward-looking potential. Positioned on a tranquil residential street, it places you close to Station Street Village, High Street, Northcote Aquatic Centre, shops, cafes, transport, parks, and sporting facilities-making it a prime prospect for strong resale values in the future.

Planning permit is approved and plans are currently close to endorsement, presenting the perfect chance to secure your stake in one of the area's most appealing development opportunities.

Disclaimer: All information contained herein has been provided to us and is offered as a general guide only. While every reasonable care has been taken in preparing this material, no warranty is given and interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain independent advice. The Owners and Agent do not accept responsibility for any errors or omissions.

Property History for 279 Rathmines St, Thornbury, VIC 3071

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,355,000
22 Apr 2024
  • 06 Feb 2026
    Listed for Sale $1.7m - $1.8m
  • 16 Oct 2025
    Listed for Rent $620 / week
  • 22 Jul 2024
    Listed for Rent $650 / week
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About Thornbury 3071

The size of Thornbury is approximately 5.1 square kilometres. It has 26 parks covering nearly 13.6% of total area. The population of Thornbury in 2016 was 18568 people. By 2021 the population was 19005 showing a population growth of 2.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Thornbury is 30-39 years. Households in Thornbury are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Thornbury work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 55.90% of the homes in Thornbury were owner-occupied compared with 53.60% in 2016.

Thornbury has 11,324 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Thornbury have seen a 10.70% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 16.45% increase. As at 31 January 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Thornbury is $1,491,277 while the median value for Units is $673,755.
  • Houses have a median rent of $680 while Units have a median rent of $485.
There are currently 21 properties listed for sale, and 18 properties listed for rent in Thornbury on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 510 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Thornbury.

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