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52 Austral Avenue

52 Austral Avenue, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2 Parking
$1,360,000 Last sale

About this property

Located on a sought‑after street south of Bell Street, this four‑bedroom Edwardian house offers a functional layout that includes a formal lounge, a study space, and an open‑plan living and dining area centred around a stone‑top kitchen with Asko appliances. Two well‑appointed bathrooms, high ceilings, polished hardwood floors, attic storage and a backyard with an expansive entertaining deck support both everyday living and larger gatherings, while two parking spaces are provided via a secure carport and an additional front off‑street slot. Sold for $1,360,000 on 9 Aug 2017, the property benefits from walk‑to proximity to trams, trains, buses, Bell Primary School, local cafés and the Preston Market.

Sales history

EventDatePricePrice per m²
SoldAug 2017$1,360,000

Key details

Locality
Preston
State
VIC
GNAF PID
GAVIC420183698
Legal parcel ID
8\LP2949
Remoteness area
Metro
Property type
House
Land Use Category
Residential

Real Estate Agencies

Ordered by:
Jellis Craig - Northcote
2.6 km
Jellis Craig - Moonee Valley
7.1 km
Jellis Craig Northern - BRUNSWICK
4.4 km
Jellis Craig - Reservoir
3.4 km
Barry Plant - Glenroy
8.2 km
Barry Plant Northcote & Preston - NORTHCOTE
2.3 km
Barry Plant - Reservoir
3.5 km
Belle Property - Carlton | Melbourne | North Melbourne
6.2 km
Barry Plant Inner City Group - Brunswick & Coburg
2.5 km
Barry Plant - Craigieburn
17.0 km
Buxton - Stonnington
12.2 km
Fletchers - Inner North
1.7 km
Belle Property - Ascot Vale
7.0 km
Fletchers Bundoora - BUNDOORA
6.0 km
Belle Property - Doncaster East
15.4 km
Auv Real Estate - MALVERN EAST
15.1 km
Jason Real Estate - Tullamarine
11.1 km
Hockingstuart - Preston
1.4 km
Belle Property - St Kilda
12.4 km
* Approximate straight-line distances

Frequently asked questions

What are the main features of the home at 52 Austral Avenue?

It is a house with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two allocated parking spaces. The listed price is $1,360,000.

How far is 52 Austral Avenue from Melbourne's central business district?

The suburb of Preston lies about 9 km (5.6 mi) north‑east of Melbourne’s CBD, so the property is roughly that distance from the city centre.

Which public transport options are within walking distance of the property?

Several tram stops are within 0.4–0.8 km, including Bell St/Gilbert Rd and Bruce St/Gilbert Rd. The Bell railway station on the Mernda line is about 0.6 km away, and multiple bus routes serve the area.

What local attractions or community facilities are close to the house?

The property is near the historic Rivoli Theatre (≈0.6 km), Preston Mosque (≈0.7 km), the Preston Workshops tram depot (≈0.7 km), and the 3KND Indigenous radio station (≈0.8 km). The Northcote Koori Mural is also within 0.8 km.

Can you share a brief history of the Preston suburb?

Preston, originally called Irishtown, was first settled in the 1840s and renamed after a village in Sussex. It grew from a farming community to an industrial hub with a railway arriving in 1889 and was proclaimed a city in 1926.

What is the current population of Preston?

According to the 2021 census, Preston had a population of 33,790 residents.

Which local government area and political districts does the property fall under?

The home is in the City of Darebin local government area. Federally it is part of the Division of Cooper, and at state level it lies within the Electoral district of Preston.