287 Cecil Street, South Melbourne

Subscribe to regular market updates. A rare and tightly held opportunity with right of way and secure parking for two, this solid brick, double-fronted period beauty in the heart of the prestigious Emerald Hill precinct offers exceptional single-level ease, opposite the tranquillity of Howe Crescent Reserve. Set amidst the vibrant pulse of Albert Park Village, Clarendon Street, and Albert Park Lake, this exclusive position offers an enviable lifestyle while presenting the rare chance to enjoy turn-key ease now and envision a future transformation with a contemporary extension (STCA). Polished Jarrah floors and soaring ceilings define the expansive layout, emphasising the warmth of the home's original hardwood features through a refreshed interior, seamlessly blending period elegance with modern updates and an abundance of natural light. Two distinct living zones, including a generous open-plan family and dining area, offer exciting versatility for family living, enriched by the sleek, renovated bathroom and a classic kitchen equipped with premium European appliances, ample storage, and a built-in dining nook. Three spacious bedrooms are complemented by a fourth bedroom or study, providing superb accommodation options, whilst outdoors, a covered patio, a private courtyard, and a separate workshop/studio with a kitchenette elevate the home's practical appeal. With the rare benefit of a garage and additional off-street parking, ducted heating, wired for Fibre to the Premise (FTTP), refrigerated cooling, a 2Kw solar system, laundry, second WC, and attic storage, it presents an extraordinary setting for now and for the future, walking distance to Albert Park Lake, MSAC, renowned eateries and cafes, elite schools, South Melbourne Market, the beach and multiple tram routes. Mac Robertson Girls High School 350-370 Kings Way Melbourne Albert Park Primary School Bridport Street Albert Park Victorian College Of The Arts Secondary School 57 Miles Street Southbank Middle Park Primary School Richardson Street Middle Park 83 Danks Street Albert Park Montague Continuing Education Centre 100 Montague Street South Melbourne Melbourne Grammar School 62 Pickles Street Albert Park Melbourne Grammar School Domain Rd Melbourne 40 Bay Street Port Melbourne Christ Church Grammar School 677 Punt Road South Yarra Melbourne Girls Grammar 86 Anderson Street South Yarra South Yarra Primary School 601 Punt Road South Yarra New Generation College Level 6 152-168 Elizabeth Street Melbourne Port Melbourne Primary School 415 Graham Street Port Melbourne The Meridian International School 196 Flinders Street Melbourne St Kilda Park Primary School 68 Fitzroy Street St Kilda Level 3 - 169 Swanston Street Melbourne 399 Lonsdale Street Melbourne Melbourne High School Forrest Hill South Yarra 168 Exhibition Street Melbourne 6 Prince Patrick Street Richmond Holmes Secondary College 185 Spring Street Melbourne DOXA School West Melbourne 300 Rosslyn Street Melbourne West Richmond Primary School Brighton Street Richmond St Michael's Grammar School Windsor Primary School Presentation College Windsor 187 Dandenong Road Windsor Simonds Catholic College 273 Victoria Street Melbourne West Christian Brothers' College 11 Westbury Street St Kilda East