3 Alton Avenue
Brighton, VIC 3186

Overview

3 Alton Avenue, Brighton VIC 3186

Note: Up to 12 months settlement available.

Quietly secluded yet brilliantly connected, this tightly held cul de sac address presents a rare and rewarding opportunity to renovate, reimagine or begin anew on approximately 780 square metres in the heart of Brighton. Located just minutes on foot from Brighton Grammar School, the foreshore, public transport, and the exclusive dining and retail scene of Church Street, 3 Alton Avenue is a blue chip holding of enduring appeal.

Leading its era in passive design principles and intelligent family zoning, the existing 1970s architectural residence remains a compelling example of forward-thinking design. Innovative for its time, it offers an outstanding canvas for a considered restoration or contemporary reinterpretation. An innate sense of light, space, and proportion underpins a versatile triple-zoned layout that feels as relevant today as when it was first conceived.

Soaring voids, raked glass ceilings, and expanses of full-height glazing invite abundant natural light while framing the surrounding greenery to dramatic effect. Generous formal and informal living zones unfold with a sense of discovery, linked by clever sightlines and quiet retreats. Elevated above the family domain, the kitchen, featuring Corian-like benchtops and curved cabinetry, overlooks the north-facing outdoor entertaining area thoughtfully placed with family life in mind.

A ground-level study is complemented by impressive upper-level accommodation, highlighted by a lofty parents’ retreat with walk-in robe and skylit ensuite finished in white mosaic tiles. Three additional bedrooms with built-in robes and desks form a dedicated children’s wing, supported by a similarly appointed family bathroom. A guest powder room, indoor sauna, underfloor hydronic heating, and internal access double carport further enhance the home’s lasting appeal.

Alternatively, take advantage of the wide 16.8-metre allotment and prized north-westerly orientation to create a new family masterpiece befitting this exceptional setting (subject to council approval). Whether restored or replaced, this is an enticing opportunity to secure a premier Brighton location that promises architectural reward and lifestyle excellence for generations to come.

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