5 Russell St, Toorak is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces and was built in 1935. The property has a land size of 920m2 and floor size of 286m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2026. There are other 4 bedroom House sold in Toorak in the last 12 months.
True seclusion of this calibre is increasingly rare to find. Ensconced within ivy-clad walls and verdant gardens on one of Tooraks most tranquil streets, yet moments from public transport, this exceptional 1930s residence occupies a substantial 915sqm (approx) allotment, offering a rare opportunity to rebuild, renovate or simply enjoy as is. Combining poolside living, beautifully zoned family spaces and a rear self-contained studio, the home is united by its enduring period elegance.
Inside, original details such as leadlight windows, coffered ceilings, elegant fireplaces, and lofty proportions speak to an era of meticulous craftsmanship. A secure double-door entry leads to a study or guest bedroom, then to a generous and inviting formal lounge bathed in northern light. Adjacent, an enchanting sunroom wrapped in glazing provides a peaceful retreat, with terrace access to the front garden and pool. Concertina glass doors open to a refined formal dining room, with room to host with ease. Throughout the home, every space has been designed to open for connection or close off for solitude, adapting effortlessly to family life.
At the rear, a spacious skylit open-plan living and dining domain features a sleek updated kitchen with island bench, breakfast bar, premium Bosch appliances and a concealed walk-in pantry. Multi-aspect French doors look out to wraparound paved entertaining areas and beautifully landscaped, private gardens with established borders.
Upstairs, four bedrooms are perfectly zoned for family life. The expansive, northerly sunlit main suite is complemented by a dressing area with walk-in and mirrored robes, and a skylit ensuite with dual vanities and a separate WC. A rear bedroom with its own ensuite enjoys a garden outlook, while two further bedrooms, one with a charming vaulted ceiling and the flexibility to serve as a private study, share a central bathroom with a bathtub.
Beyond the main residence, a rare self-contained studio above the oversized double garage presents a sizeable north-facing room with a dedicated study area, bathroom and climate control, ideal for teenagers, guests, a pool table or creative studio.
Further appointed with ducted heating and cooling throughout, a powder room, plantation shutters, renovated laundry, abundant storage, this is a home where every space has been considered, delivering the perfect balance of togetherness and retreat for the modern family, steeped in the distinctive charm of one of Toorak's most private addresses.
The size of Toorak is approximately 4.3 square kilometres. There are 10 parks, covering nearly 3.1% of the total area. The population of Toorak in 2016 was 12909 people. By 2021 the population was 12817 showing a population decline of 0.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Toorak is 20-29 years. Households in Toorak are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Toorak work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 65.20% of the homes in Toorak were owner-occupied compared with 61.70% in 2016.
Toorak has 9,268 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Toorak have seen a -14.95% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 2.35% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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