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31 Middle Crescent, Brighton VIC 3186

Private Sale

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$13M - $14M Medium Confidence Calculated based on our search observations.

House 5 Beds 4 Baths 7 Cars 1141 m²

Listed: yesterday

Updated: 5 hours ago

Overview

Positioned in the prestigious Middle Crescent precinct of Brighton, this grand Italianate residence built in 1884 offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern living on a substantial 1,141sqm land parcel. Renowned for its elegant architectural details such as leadlight windows, ornate fireplaces, and intricate cornices, the home has been thoughtfully restored to preserve its heritage character while embracing contemporary functionality and lifestyle.

The residence boasts five bedrooms and four bathrooms, arranged to provide excellent privacy and comfort. The ground floor main suite offers a luxurious retreat with a walk-through robe and a distinctive ensuite featuring an antique vanity and a claw-foot bath, illustrating the seamless integration of classic features with everyday usability. Additional living zones include formal living and dining rooms that open fluidly to the garden, fostering an effortless indoor-outdoor connection.

Upstairs, three additional bedroom suites each feature walk-in robes and ensuites, enhancing convenience for family members or guests. A creative fifth bedroom has been converted into a private cinema room equipped with Bose sound and smartphone controls, catering to those who value entertainment and technological integration. Adjacent living spaces also include a study with an open fireplace overlooking a courtyard, providing a quiet workspace with a tranquil garden view.

The home's centerpiece is a sculptural white marble kitchen furnished with high-end appliances including a Belling range cooker and integrated refrigeration, complemented by a separate preparation kitchen for added functionality. The kitchen opens to a conservatory tiled in classic black-and-white, designed for year-round entertaining and equipped with a built-in barbecue and radiant heating, making this space an inviting hub for social gatherings.

Outdoors, mature evergreen gardens encircle a solar-heated pool that features a concealed cover and self-cleaning technology, presenting a private and sun-warmed oasis ideal for relaxation and entertaining. Twin garages frame the paved driveway, with one currently adapted into a teenage retreat, and ample additional parking space for up to nine vehicles, enhancing practical living for larger families or those hosting visitors. Modern conveniences such as ducted climate control, rainwater-fed irrigation, garden lighting, and remote security access further augment this distinguished home.

Located just moments from Brighton’s iconic beach and leading schools, this property combines historic grandeur with the ease of contemporary living, appealing especially to families and homeowners seeking a landmark residence in one of Melbourne’s most distinguished neighbourhoods.

Local Market Insights

In Brighton, Quiet Listings observed 26 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 27 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $3,980,769. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 51%, followed by apartments (18%), and townhouses (15%). The most active agency for houses in the Brighton area is currently Marshall White, representing 31% of new listings, followed by Kay & Burton with 31%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

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