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Overview
This stunning 1926 California Bungalow at 8 Banool Road blends rich period heritage with modern lifestyle comforts, presenting a rare opportunity for buyers seeking character and contemporary convenience in Surrey Hills. Situated on an impressive 585sqm garden allotment, this freestanding home offers an immediate family-friendly environment with potential for further expansion (STCA).
Series of classic design elements greet visitors, including a welcoming veranda and a traditional entrance hall enhanced by dark timber floors and elegant wall panelling, which express the home’s timeless appeal. Central to the living experience is a bright, open-plan dining and lounge area that seamlessly connects to a sunlit entertainer’s deck and a mature backyard oasis, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow ideal for both relaxed family living and social gatherings.
The gourmet kitchen anchors this heart of the home, featuring premium cabinetry, granite surfaces, and state-of-the-art Miele appliances including induction cooktop and a combi steam oven, ensuring culinary endeavours are both stylish and efficient. Accommodating three generously sized bedrooms, the primary suite boasts built-in robes and a tastefully appointed ensuite complete with granite finishes, enhancing the sense of refined comfort.
Additional spaces include a formal dining room and lounge, which provide versatile areas for hosting and everyday enjoyment. Practical features such as a concealed modern laundry, central heating, and air conditioning contribute to lasting comfort throughout the seasons, while parking needs are well met with driveway space for four vehicles and a lock-up garage currently utilised for storage.
Perfectly positioned for families, the residence lies opposite Chatham Primary School and is zoned for reputable secondary schools including Camberwell High and Canterbury Girls Secondary College. Convenience is further augmented by proximity to the vibrant Union Road café and dining precinct, accessible shopping at Whitehorse Road, and efficient city access via Union Station, just a 15-minute train trip to Melbourne CBD.
Local Market Insights
In Surrey Hills, Quiet Listings observed 15 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 17 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $2,752,000. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 53%, followed by units (17%), and apartments (17%). The most active agency for houses in the Surrey Hills area is currently Jellis Craig, representing 33% of new listings, followed by Marshall White with 33%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Market Insights for Surrey Hills VIC 3127
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