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Renovated period homes can offer the best of both worlds, steeped in history and character yet with the comfort and efficiency of modern amenities.
From upgraded Victorian terraces to renovated solid-brick art deco-inspired homes, here are some of our favourite renovated period homes in Melbourne that are on the market right now.
76 Sutherland Road, Armadale, VIC
This circa 1988 Victorian terrace in Armadale, one of only four forming “Londesborough Terrace”, has been transformed through plans by architect Gary Catt, with Krongold Constructions completing the works and architectural interiors by Serafina Catt-Smart of Catt Interiors.
Original period features, including arched hallways and high ceilings, blend with modern additions such as custom steel glazing and motorised blinds.
A hydraulic glass hatch leading to an underfloor cellar, a sub-zero wine fridge and a chef’s kitchen help make this property a wonderful entertainer.
19 Chatsworth Road, Prahran, VIC
This Victorian in a leafy pocket of Prahran features a landscaped garden and an Italianate exterior, creating a picturesque street presence.
The rear gardens and private paved courtyard – including a custom plunge pool – extend from the home’s interior through full-height glass sliders.
Designed by Cera Stribley Architects, this home blends traditional features, such as bay windows, with modern details, including an open-plan living area, dining, and a gourmet kitchen.
75 Napier Street, South Melbourne, VIC
Through the original, grand façade and a more modern oversized custom steel door, a dramatic foyer highlights the residence’s original elements, including a wide bluestone staircase and steel balustrade.
The home, once part of the Eastern Road Primary School, now features a first-floor guest bedroom, two separate wings, each with its own staircase, and a rooftop terrace with city and park views.
Modern upgrades, including hydronic heating, ducted air conditioning, and expansive under-stair storage, offer practicality and convenience.
29A Sussex Street, Brighton, VIC
Within walking distance of Church Street and Brighton Beach, this four-bedroom home has undergone extensive internal renovations.
It features a gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances and ribbons of porcelain, along with engineered oak floors and plush carpets underfoot. Northern sun streams through oversized windows, and two sets of glass doors open the indoor entertaining space to an undercover deck and an in-ground pool.
Outside, the property is bordered by manicured greenery, which creates a sense of privacy and calm.
Some original features of the property include the grand facade, an open fireplace and bay windows, one with a window-side sitting area.
33 Allenby Avenue, Malvern East, VIC
Set on 783 square metres in a tightly held pocket of Malvern East, the 1930s brick residence is rich in period detail.
Original features such as the art deco fireplace, stained-glass windows, and decorative ceiling work blend with contemporary updates, including evaporative cooling, multiple living zones, and an outdoor, undercover deck with an inbuilt barbecue and a swimming pool.
The thoughtfully designed floor plan, with five generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms, makes the property family-friendly, while central heating, solar panels and a fully integrated irrigation system tick boxes for practicality and efficiency.
