131 Robsart Street, Parkside SA 5063, Australia
Parkside was once home to the Royal Adelaide Hospital's mental health campus, known as 'The Parkside Asylum', which occupied about one‑third of the suburb. The local post office opened in 1859 and was renamed Eastwood in 1967.
Adelaide Metro operates bus routes 170, 171, 171A, 172 and 173 within Parkside, and additional services run along Glen Osmond and Unley Roads. The Glenelg tram line is also very close to the suburb, providing easy access to the city centre.
The house is within walking distance of the Unley Road shopping and dining precinct, which offers a variety of cafes, restaurants and boutique stores. This makes everyday errands and leisure activities convenient for residents.
Howard Florey Reserve, Henry Codd Reserve and Mcleay Park are all within the suburb and feature fenced playgrounds suitable for small children. These green spaces provide walking trails, open lawns and sport facilities for the community.
The Contemporary Art Centre of South Australia is about 0.3 km away, offering exhibitions and events. Additionally, the Slingsby Theatre Company on Glen Osmond Road and the nearby Unley Oval provide theatrical performances and sports activities.
Unley Road and Fullarton Road run directly through the suburb, linking it to the Adelaide CBD. Glen Osmond Road also borders Parkside and connects to the South Eastern Freeway for broader regional travel.
Residents receive local news from the Eastern Courier Messenger. Regional and national papers such as The Advertiser and The Australian are also readily available in the area.
