55 Bay Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
Alternate search: Unit RC86, 55 Bay Street.
RC86/55 Bay Street is a unit located on a sizeable land parcel of approximately 7,160 m². The property combines residential living with a large surrounding lot.
Port Melbourne sits about 3 km (2 mi) south‑west of Melbourne’s CBD, placing RC86/55 Bay Street within a short commuting distance to the city centre.
The property is near several light‑rail stops, including Graham St Light Rail (≈0.5 km) and Beacon Cove Light Rail (≈0.6 km). Tram route 109 also serves the suburb, and an extensive CDC Melbourne bus network connects to the CBD.
Within 0.1 km you’ll find the heritage‑listed Naval Drill Hall and former Post Office, as well as The Hamptons Apartments hotel. In the next few hundred metres are the Port Melbourne Court House (0.2 km) and the historic Port Theatre (0.4 km).
Bay Street runs through the suburb, linking to the West Gate Freeway and CityLink, which connect east‑west across Melbourne. Other main arteries include Williamstown Road and Beach Road.
Bay Street offers a range of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Nearby leisure spots include the Band Rotunda (0.3 km) and Port Theatre (0.4 km), plus easy access to the waterfront at Station Pier.
Originally known as Sandridge, the area developed as Melbourne’s second port in the 1850s and has a rich maritime heritage. Over time it transitioned from industrial use to a diverse residential community with historic sites and modern urban renewal.
