2/98 Summerhill Rd, West Footscray is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1890. The property has a land size of 75m2 and floor size of 105m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2024.
'Govan's Place' - dating back to the 1870s, this landmark home was originally built as the Footscray Forrester's Lodge, and today provides a brilliant low-maintenance lifestyle opportunity with its distinctive Victorian charm, quality enhancements and exceptionally convenient location.
Beyond the captivating facade with its mix of two-tone brickwork and basalt masonry, discover a light-filled interior comprising two spacious bedrooms with BIRs (larger master with city skyline views) both serviced by a period-inspired bathroom with clawfoot tub and additional powder room (second WC). Add to this a versatile front lounge and adjoining dining room leading through to the contemporary-style kitchen complete with stainless-steel cooking appliances, dishwasher and ample cupboard space. Other features include gas heating, high ceilings, open fireplaces and hardwood parquetry floors, as well as an under-stair storeroom and internal laundry facilities. Step outside to enjoy the wide north-facing garden with high fences for privacy, plus the advantage of two undercover parking spaces.
Bus stop around the corner along with local parks and Barkly Street Village cafes and shops, it's also close to popular schools and Footscray's renowned hospital precinct, as well as easy access to Victoria University, Central West Shopping Centre and West Footscray Station.
The size of West Footscray is approximately 3.8 square kilometres. It has 10 parks covering nearly 8.5% of total area. The population of West Footscray in 2016 was 11450 people. By 2021 the population was 11729 showing a population growth of 2.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in West Footscray is 30-39 years. Households in West Footscray are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in West Footscray work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 56.70% of the homes in West Footscray were owner-occupied compared with 53.60% in 2016.
West Footscray has 6,883 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in West Footscray have seen a 6.41% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 2.40% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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