74 Pender Street, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | May 2011 | $660,000 | — |
It is about 9 km (approximately 5‑6 miles) north‑east of Melbourne’s central business district. The distance makes it a short drive or train ride into the city.
The Preston railway station on the Mernda line is around 0.6 km away, and several tram stops (e.g., Murray Rd/Plenty Rd and Wood St/Plenty Rd) are within 0.5‑0.7 km. These provide easy access to trains, trams and buses throughout the suburb.
Residents can walk to Hoyts Circle Theatre (about 0.2 km), the Preston Police Station (0.3 km), Quest Preston hotel (0.3 km), the Preston Post Office (0.4 km) and the former St. James Theatre (0.5 km).
Preston is known for its vibrant arts community, with regular festivals, live‑music venues and the local radio station 3KND just 0.7 km from the property. This reflects the suburb’s lively creative spirit.
Preston was first surveyed in 1837 and originally called Irishtown. After the railway arrived in 1889, it grew into a residential hub that today blends historic character with modern urban living.
The suburb hosts several sporting clubs, including the Preston Football Club and cricket facilities at Preston City Oval. These venues are a short drive or bus ride from the home.
In addition to the police station and post office, the area includes the Quest Preston hotel and various local shops, providing everyday services within a few hundred metres.
