2/40 Summerhill Road
Brighton East, VIC 3187

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- schools in Brighton East
- 5
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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 106,118
- children aged 0–14
- 17,268
- schools
- 30
- parks & libraries
- 52
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 45
Most-listed activities: Tennis, Karate, Swimming
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Old Dairy Reserve
Ferguson St, Brighton East, Victoria, 3187
677 m straight-line distance
Hurlingham Park
Hurlingham St, Brighton East, Victoria, 3187
714 m straight-line distance
William Street Reserve
William St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
843 m straight-line distance
Little Brighton Reserve
Union St, Brighton East, Victoria, 3187
910 m straight-line distance
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Kids' Activities per Child: Australia's Best- and Thinnest-Covered Council Areas (2026)
Across Australia's big council areas, the AroundSchools directory lists a median of about 10 kids' activity providers for every 10,000 children — but in Melbourne's Wyndham it is 3.9, and in the City…
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Most Livable Suburbs in Victoria for Families (2026)
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Property Details
Townhouse
RESIDENTIAL
Upcoming Events Nearby
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
Fri, 6 Mar · Sandringham and Highett
Children's yoga - JEM | 7th Mar-2026 to 17th Apr-2027 💛
Ages 3–12
Sat, 1 Aug · Ashwood
Kids & Teens Art Birthday Parties - Glorious Studio | 2-Aug to 31-Dec, 2026
Ages 5–17
Tue, 15 Sept · Blackburn North
Persian Playgroup - Facilitated
Ages 3–6
Tue, 19 May · Nunawading
Junior Warriors - 8 Course Programe - Kung Fu Force AU | 20th May to 30th Dec-2026
Ages 6–13
What's Nearby
Theatre De La DanSe
15 Male St, Brighton
Pass N Play
., Brighton
Bonjour Babies (Elsternwick VIC)
560 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick
Merryl’s Mosaics & Glass Studio
723 Glenhuntly Road , Caulfield
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Jem children’s yoga
., Sandringham and Highett
Ladybug Learning
Suite 1, 319A Neerim Road, Carnegie
Bentleigh Calisthenics Club
11 Walter St, Moorabbin
MAD Performing Arts
11 Corr St, Moorabbin
Nearby Schools

St Finbar's Primary School
90 Centre Road, Brighton East VIC 3187 Australia

Melbourne Montessori College
741 Hawthorn Road, Brighton East VIC 3187 Australia

Brighton Secondary College
120 Marriage Rd, Brighton East VIC 3187 Australia
Brighton Primary School
Wilson Street , Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

Bentleigh West Primary School
23 Brewer Road , Bentleigh VIC 3204 Australia

Gardenvale Primary School
66 Landcox Street, Brighton East VIC 3187 Australia
Nearby schools do not imply enrolment eligibility. Confirm catchments, year levels and childcare availability directly with the provider.
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Brighton East, VIC 3187
Land Size: 583 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Classic meets modern with direct park frontage
Description: Perfectly positioned at the end of a quiet, family-friendly cul-de-sac with Hurlingham Park as its direct neighbour, this tastefully modernised and extended Art Deco classic offers an exceptional lifestyle of space, versatility, and effortless living. With nothing to do but move in and enjoy, it is a home designed for a growing family to create memories for decades to come. Beyond its inviting entrance, original Art Deco charm sets a warm and elegant tone, flowing through to formal lounge and dining rooms, ideal for both everyday living and special occasions. A generous master bedroom features walk-in and built-in robes and a newly renovated ensuite with heated floors. A large purpose-built study, with three integrated workstations and extensive storage is perfect for studious children or a home office. A freshly renovated laundry and separate toilet and powder room add further everyday ease. At the heart of the home, a solid jarrah and stone benchtop kitchen overlooks expansive family and meal zones, creating a natural hub where families can gather, cook, and relax together. Bi-fold doors seamlessly merge inside and out, extending to a fully equipped undercover alfresco kitchen complete with built-in wood-fired pizza oven, making entertaining family and friends effortless year-round. Bathed in sunlight, the private backyard is a true retreat, with resort-style pool and spa (solar and gas-heated) with an outdoor accessible toilet/changeroom framed by a tranquil water feature and leafy surrounds. The second level is thoughtfully designed for family living, featuring bedrooms two, three, and four. All are generous in size and accompanied by excellent robe space, an additional living area for further flexibility, and recently renovated chic family bathroom with double vanity and bathtub. This is further complemented by a separate powder room and walk-in attic/storeroom. Offering outstanding optionality, a fully self-contained studio with private entrance, positioned above the dual access double garage, provides ideal accommodation for multigenerational living, teenager's retreat, guests, or a private home office. Complete with a lounge, kitchenette, fifth bedroom, bathroom, and split system heating and cooling, it adds genuine flexibility rarely found. Additional features include open and gas fireplaces, ornate period detailing, abundant storage throughout, alarm system, ducted heating, dual evaporative cooling, double garage with rear access to Milliara Grove, and a secure driveway with space for multiple cars, a boat and/or caravan. With the park next door and the best of Bayside at its disposal, it is only moments away from picturesque beaches, cafés, restaurants, Sandbelt golf courses, city trains and trams, zoned Gardenvale Primary/Brighton Secondary, and prestigious private schools across Brighton and Caulfield, along with always-vibrant Bay Street, Church Street, and McKinnon, Hawthorn, and Centre Roads. This is a truly unique family home offering space and security in an unbeatable setting.
Agent: Shantelle Francis - sfrancis@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Agent: Matthew Pillios - mpillios@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Agent: Kevin Yim - kyim@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Brighton, VIC 3186
Land Size: 773 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Architectural Family Haven with Exceptional Land and Future Potential
Description: Stylishly architectural and lavishly light-filled, this four bedroom, two bathroom late-20th century home is set to surprise with soaring ground-floor living, dining and meals area wrapping a streamlined euro appliance kitchen, a first-flr lounge flowing to a treetop balcony ...and broad lawned approx 773sqm grounds stretching to the north with hidden depths of potential! Characterised by the best design elements of the time with a soaring cathedral ceiling rising above the principal zone and a mezzanine 'catwalk' leading to the 1st-floor lounge, this innovative home shines with internal bi-folds walling off the home-office, louvre windows to catching the breeze, and artisan-tiled floors alongside plush new carpets. With a stylish bathroom for each bedroom wing, generous robes and secure-understair storage, this centrally-heated home has individual reverse-cycle climate control and airy ceiling fans for almost every room, and brick construction over two levels for extra substance. Oriented for all-day sun and unobscured treetop outlooks, this deep property offers a vine-draped al fresco area, plentiful parking, endless playspace and a deep lawned backyard to extend, add a pool ...or maybe even something new! Just two blocks to Brighton Primary School and a few blocks more to Firbank and Brighton Grammar, this contemporary home enjoys today's most in-demand family location. Just 350m to Bay St's supermarket and cafes, and a little further down the hill to North Brighton station, there's both Church St and the bay within walking distance.
Agent: Belinda Dyer - bdyer@hodges.com.au - 9557 7891
Agent: Chelsea Fode - cfode@hodges.com.au - 9557 7891
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Beachside Potential with Northerly Aspect
Description: Enviably located, in walking distance to schools, parkland, shops and the beach, this classic brick single-level Brighton East residence is positioned on a sizeable 720sqm* block, with a sundrenched northerly facing rear aspect, presenting an exceptional opportunity for future renovation or redevelopment (STCA). On the market for this first time in more than 50 years, the cherished family home is privately cocooned in lush, established gardens. Rich in original character and style, the three-bedroom, two bathroom home will inspire with its high ceilings, generous proportions and highly functional layout. Bathed in northerly sun, the rear living room has a multi-pane picture window framing the lovely garden view, while the front rooms have a series of French doors providing access to shady patios and garden havens. This highly sought after location offers effortless access to Dendy Village, Dendy Park, Brighton Secondary College, St Leonards College and Haileybury College, and Brighton Golf Course as well as Brighton's exclusive shopping strips and iconic beaches are all within easy reach. *approximate land size
Agent: Simon Monnier-Penny - simon.monnierpenny@marshallwhite.com.au - 9822 9999
Agent: Tas Bartels - Tas.Bartels@marshallwhite.com.au - 03 9822 9999
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sun-Filled Single-Level Living in a Brilliant Boutique Group
Description: Streetfront in a landmark group backing Brighton Golf Course, this two bedroom, two bathroom garden-residence sets the benchmark in boutique living with clever custom extras and great architectural use of floorspace. Scaled up with an expansive open-plan providing room to lounge amongst custom cabinetry and dine beneath David Trubridge artisan lighting, this prestige residence is adaptably accommodating with a vast master-domain (with robed dressing-area and a 5 Star fully-tiled private ensuite) in its own plush wing, and a sunny second bedroom fitted with a home-office area. Going beyond the original architectural specification of this tightly-held group with a fully-integrated Miele appliance kitchen (upgraded with fridge-freezer), this customised design features a 'secret bar' with wine racking, and bespoke soft-close cabinetry including custom wardrobe fit-outs. Curated with premium stone benchtops, wideboard Oak floors, 100% wool carpets and Rogerseller bathroom fittings, there are block-out blinds for each bedroom and living zone, plus lofty linen-sheers for the master-suite and living zone. With individual reverse-cycle climate-control to every room, and ceiling fans to both bedrooms, plus video-intercom entry via a doubly-secured lobby, this benchmark home has the added peace of mind of lift-access to double (side-by-side) auto-gated basement-garaging, and double side-by-side storage cages. Even the sun-catching north-facing courtyard is well appointed with a bluestone terrace to entertain, high hedges to provide privacy, and a secure streetfront gate adding direct access...all set beneath the eye-catching pergolas that add to this group's distinctively architectural flair. Steps to the Fairways and a pup-friendly 650m walk to Dendy Park, this impressive single level apartment is located for an easy life. Within 200m of Brighton Secondary College, close to St Finbar's Primary School and in Zone for popular Hampton Primary School this benchmark residence is just minutes to Church St's cafe society and Bay St's supermarket shopping, and few minutes more to the bay.
Agent: Justin Follett - justin@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Agent: Troy Ellis - troy@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Haven of Family Luxe in Brighton's Leafy Heart
Description: Sold by - Will Maxted (Director RT Edgar) A celebration of everything Brighton with famous Bay and Church Streets only footsteps away, this Victorian-inspired prize offers outstanding quality, clever versatility, sun throughout the day, and all the space a family could ever need. Loved for its community spirit, leafy Hector Street joins a long-standing Gleditsia in framing a façade that's quick to captivate, with interiors beyond extended to ensure comfort from the very outset. A bay-window front sitting/dining room is the perfect counterpart to an architect-designed rear extension, with evergreen outlooks and a series of skylights bringing calm and airiness to daily life. Without any threshold to interrupt flow, triple-glazed stacker doors streamline from between inside and out, revealing a decked entertainer's area great for a quiet coffee, Sunday barbecue, or evening cocktail before indulging in nearby cuisine and nightlife. Tall Magnolia and Manchurian pear trees deliver complete privacy to a child-friendly backyard, while stone benches and Miele appliances ensure a gourmet kitchen can comfortably cater for any occasion. Both extensive and expansive, accommodation comprises four substantial bedrooms, joined on a light-filled second storey by generous robe storage, an oversized central bathroom with a spa bath, ensuite in a sumptuous main bedroom, and green views to wake up to. An acoustically treated office proves just as ideal for home professionals as school-age children, while a long list of other highlights includes solid timber floors, ducted heating, split-system heating/cooling, heated towel rails, camera/alarm security, surround-sound, stone vanity tops, tank irrigation, garden lighting, a front-room fireplace, garage, and gated driveway parking for two added cars. Only a few doors from William Street Reserve for kids to expend their energy, it's mere footsteps to Brighton Primary, the local library, revered Brighton and Firbank Grammar Schools, trains providing easy city access, and the cafés, restaurants, bars, boutiques, and cinemas spanning North and Middle Brighton, with the foreshore mere moments away.
Agent: Will Maxted - wmaxted@rtedgar.com.au
Agent: Nick O'Neill - nickoneill@rtedgar.com.au - 03 95910602
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Land Size: 604 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Prized Opportunity with a North-Facing Advantage
Description: Take inspiration from this prized family location and envision a brand-new home perfectly oriented to capture its coveted north-facing rear aspect. Bathed in day-long sunshine on the preferred side of Florence Street, this generous 604sqm (approx) allotment presents an increasingly rare opportunity to design a contemporary family residence with a strong focus on light-filled living, entertaining and lifestyle excellence. The existing two-bedroom weatherboard has been a much-loved family home for decades, showcasing high decorative ceilings, slate fireplaces (not operational), dual living zones and a deep backyard. Now ready for its next chapter, the site invites a bespoke new build tailored precisely to your family's needs, with scope for a value-adding basement and swimming pool (STCA). Quietly nestled within a low-traffic, tree-lined cul-de-sac, the location delivers outstanding everyday convenience and lasting appeal. Enjoy a short walk to St Finbar's Primary School and tennis club, with Hawthorn Road's village and tram close at hand. Hampton Street's shopping and café strip, Church and Bay Street dining and transport, Hurlingham and Dendy Parks, Brighton's highly regarded schooling options and the area's beautiful beaches are all within easy reach. An enticing Brighton East opportunity where position, orientation and future potential align for exceptional family living and long-term reward. For more information about this premium north-facing property please contact Halli Moore at Buxton Brighton on 0403 777 661.
Agent: Halli Moore - hmoore@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Agent: Owen Bowditch - obowditch@buxton.com.au - 9598 8222
Agent: Michelle Gagêt - mgaget@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: An Exceptional Bayside Residence of Style and Substance
Description: Showcasing impressive proportions, this elegant town residence is set within private, low-maintenance surrounds and enjoys a highly sought-after Bayside address, just moments from local cafés, shops, parks and transport. A welcoming entry reveals stunning parquetry flooring that flows throughout the home. The refined formal lounge and dining rooms at the front of the residence overlook a tranquil rear courtyard and are beautifully enhanced by a cosy gas log fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. At the heart of the home, a light-filled informal living zone wraps around a sophisticated gourmet kitchen featuring premium Smeg appliances and sleek granite benchtops. The ground floor is further complemented by a generous laundry with direct outdoor access and a convenient powder room. Upstairs accommodation comprises three spacious queen-sized bedrooms, all with mirrored built-in robes. The luxurious master suite is highlighted by a stylish ensuite with indulgent corner spa bath, while a contemporary central bathroom services the remaining bedrooms. A versatile retreat or study area provides the ideal space for children, teenagers or those working from home. Impeccably maintained, this impressive residence also includes ducted heating and cooling, ducted vacuum, intercom, security alarm, extensive built-in storage and a double automatic garage with internal access. Zoned for Brighton Secondary College and positioned close to Dendy Park and the vibrant cafés and boutiques of Dendy Village, this exceptional home delivers an enviable Bayside lifestyle where luxury and convenience combine effortlessly.
Agent: Justin Follett - justin@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Agent: Lili Huang - Lili@follettco.com.au - 9598 9111
Agent: Troy Ellis - troy@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Land Size: 508 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Corner Landmark Potential in Leafy Locale
Description: Let us sweep you away with the leafy location, sizeable accommodation and centre-stage location of this versatile property. The centrepiece property of this highly-prized, low-traffic locale of courts and crescents, this approx 508sqm property promises high-impact presence with a sweeping corner frontage, a well-presented late-period home...and multiple possibilities. Appreciate the comfort and potential in this accommodating three bedroom, two bathroom family floorplan and live with a free-flowing dual-zone design featuring a gasfire-warmed lounge with French doors to a north-facing alfresco area, and relaxed family living-dining wrapping a glossy granite and European appliance kitchen. Detailed with natural stone benchtops for the stylish bathroom and ensuite, and plantation shutters for easy privacy, this centrally heated and cooled home has the perfect plan for further extension - with a garden-view master-suite to the front, kids' bedrooms (with desk and storage units) around the family zone, and a generous double auto-garage on Billson St. Relax today and get to work on your renovation vision tomorrow, or bring an all-new outlook to this high-visibility site. Centre-stage in this tightly-held precinct, this dual-frontage property represents a rare opportunity to create an eye-catching new landmark home (or two, Subject to Council Approval) amongst the prestige homes here. However you see this high-impact property, this in-demand locale is ready to reward with easy proximity to both Bay St and Church St shopping. Just 300m to the gates of St Finbar's Primary School and three doors to the 'secret' local tennis club, this leafy position is in Zone for Brighton Primary School, minutes to the central Brighton private schools (Firbank and Brighton Grammar School), a walk or cycle to Star of the Sea College and 450m to the tram to De La Salle College.
Agent: James Paynter - james@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Agent: Justin Follett - justin@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Impressive Town Residence in Popular Locale
Description: RESERVE PRICE - $2,000,000 Auction to be conducted at: Follett & Co Real Estate Office 274 Bay St, Brighton VIC 3186 Auction Date: Tuesday 20th January Time: 5:00pm (Register to attend) In an exceptionally popular Brighton East location, this impressive town residence offers stylish family-sized living of house-like proportions. With a spacious and flexible floor plan, this immaculate home allows families of all sizes to spread out in comfort. On offer are two downstairs living zones a tranquil lounge adjoining a formal dining room, whilst to the rear a full-width family room with gas log fire enjoys a sundrenched northerly aspect and triple French doors opening to a private and equally warm terrace. Solar power enhances the home's efficiency, delivering modern sustainability without compromising comfort. Taking in views of this leafy space, the creamy stone kitchen is highlighted by Smeg/Miele appliances plus a walk-in pantry giving access to a fitted laundry with convenient shopper's entry to the double garage. A peaceful study with fitted robes offers the flexibility of a fourth bedroom, while a powder room completes the downstairs. Up glossy stairs, a serene third living space creates the perfect parent retreat. From here, the master suite opens to reveal a balcony, stone en suite and WIR a gorgeous trifecta. Two further bedrooms, both with BIRs, share a luxe central bathroom showcasing a frameless shower and large bath. A fabulous option for those seeking a substantial home in a low-maintenance setting, this brilliant offering also delivers a bubbling al fresco spa, secure entry, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and the added benefit of solar power for reduced energy costs. Parks, shops, sand-belt golf courses and cafes are all around in this brilliant neighbourhood, plus you will be spoilt for schooling choices. Relax and rejoice in your decision to secure this sophisticated residence.
Agent: Justin Follett - justin@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Agent: Lili Huang - Lili@follettco.com.au - 9598 9111





















