2/86 Torbay Street
Macleod, VIC 3085

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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 131,931
- children aged 0–14
- 22,884
- schools
- 43
- parks & libraries
- 36
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 57
Most-listed activities: Tennis, Karate, Swimming
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Winsor Reserve
Somers Ave, Macleod, Victoria, 3085
187 m straight-line distance
Gabonia Avenue Reserve
Gabonia Ave, Watsonia, Victoria, 3087
751 m straight-line distance
Dunvegan Parkland
Vincent St, Macleod, Victoria, 3085
861 m straight-line distance
Aminya Reserve
Lambourn Rd, Watsonia, Victoria, 3087
907 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)
Melbourne lists more kids' activities in our directory than any other suburb in VIC. This page ranks VIC suburbs by how much a family moving there could actually do with their kids, then adds what…
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Property Details
Apartment / Unit / Flat
RESIDENTIAL
Upcoming Events Nearby
Fri, 4 Sept · Keon Park
Keon Park Children's Hub Monthly Drop-in Gardening Group
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
Tue, 7 Apr · Nunawading
Family Season - The Round | Year 2026
Ages 4–99
Sat, 1 Aug · Ashwood
Kids & Teens Art Birthday Parties - Glorious Studio | 2-Aug to 31-Dec, 2026
Ages 5–17
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
What's Nearby
DVE Aquatic Inc
., Greensborough
Jacqueline Pace
Rattray Rd, Montmorency
Melbourne Taekwondo Centre (Diamond Valley)
90 Mayona Rd, Montmorency
Nextgen Football Academy
64 Buena Vista Dr, Montmorency
Social Sport - Bundoora
RMIT Sports Center - 203 McKimmes Rd, , Bundoora
Ajani Neighbourhood House
2/284 Thompsons road , Templestowe Lower
Dynamic Footy Skills
360 Childs Rd, Mill Park
3D Printer Gear
781 High St, Reservoir
Mind Frame Grow
5 Carlton Ct, Templestowe
Nearby Schools

Macleod College (Macleod High Campus)
Carwarp St, Macleod VIC 3085 Australia

Streeton Primary School
Yallambie Road, Yallambie VIC 3085 Australia

Watsonia Primary School
240 Nell St W, Watsonia VIC 3087, Australia

Mastery Schools Victoria
Bundoora VIC 3086

St Martin of Tours School
2-12 Silk Street, Rosanna VIC 3084 Australia

Rosanna Golf Links Primary School
Interlaken Parade, Rosanna VIC 3084 Australia
Nearby schools do not imply enrolment eligibility. Confirm catchments, year levels and childcare availability directly with the provider.
Nearby Properties
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Watsonia, VIC 3087
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Stylish, Single-Level Ease in a Prime Watsonia Pocket
Description: Jellis Craig. Perfectly positioned in a quiet, convenient locale, this beautifully presented home delivers low-maintenance living with modern comfort and a touch of outdoor serenity. Designed for effortless day-to-day living, it's ideal for first home buyers, young families, downsizers, or investors alike. Step inside to a bright and inviting living area where a cosy fireplace and split system heating and cooling create year-round comfort. The open-plan layout flows through to the meals and updated kitchen, enjoying high vaulted ceilings and beautifully finished with stone benchtops, quality Miele and Ilve appliances, and ample storage a space as practical as it is stylish. Three generous bedrooms, two complete with built-in robes, offer comfortable accommodation and are serviced by a sleek central bathroom and a full-size laundry with direct outdoor access. A seamless connection to the outdoors reveals a large deck ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation, while the front verandah provides an inviting entry framed by lush garden surrounds. The home is completed by a double garage with under-house storage, adding everyday convenience to its charming appeal. Set in a peaceful pocket just minutes from Watsonia Village, train station, and local parks. Combining warmth, functionality, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, this is a home that perfectly balances comfort and convenience in the heart of Watsonia.
Agent: Daniel Cobern - danielcobern@jelliscraig.com.au - 03 9432 1444
Agent: Elliott Taylor - elliotttaylor@jelliscraig.com.au - 03 9432 1444
Macleod, VIC 3085
Land Size: 488 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sold Off Market By Ray White Macleod
Description: Another property sold off market by Brad McGregor & Brett Schembri - Ray White Macleod
Agent: Brad McGregor - brad.mcgregor@raywhite.com - 9457 3155
Agent: Brett Schembri - brett.schembri@raywhite.com - 03 9457 3155
Watsonia, VIC 3087
Land Size: 579 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Endless Possibilities on 579sqm Prime Watsonia Location!
Description: This versatile residence is perfect as a family home, investment, or development opportunity (STCA)! Situated in the heart of Watsonia's thriving shopping and café precinct, this home features: 3 robed bedrooms Spacious formal lounge and dining areas Large open kitchen with abundant cupboard space Ducted heating Hardwood timber flooring under carpet Step out the back door to an oversized rear yard with a lock-up garage, offering plenty of space for further development (STCA) or for kids to play freely. Location couldn't be better directly across from Watsonia's shops and eateries, just a short stroll to the train station, library, and schools. All set on a generous 579sqm (approx.) allotment. Don't miss this rare opportunity inspect today!
Agent: Bill Dontsios - bdontsios@barryplant.com.au - 03 9422 1822
Greensborough, VIC 3088
Land Size: 558 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: AUCTION THIS SATURDAY AT 12.30PM
Description: Enjoy easy comfort and convenience in this much-loved family home, offering timeless appeal with excellent scope to make it your own. The functional layout includes a spacious living and dining room, a central kitchen, and three bedrooms that share a spotless main bathroom with a separate toilet and full-size laundry. A private garden studio with its own ensuite and walk-in robe is ideal for working from home, guest accommodation, or giving older children the independence they want. Set on approximately 558sqm of land, there's also room to extend or design your dream home (STCA). Walk to Elder Street Reserve, local schools, Watsonia Village, and the train station, with Greensborough Plaza, La Trobe University, and major shopping destinations only moments away. ***PHOTO ID REQUIRED AT OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS***
Agent: Daniel Brittain - dbrittain@morrisonkleeman.com.au - 99893377
Agent: Sam Pope - spope@morrisonkleeman.com.au - 03 9431 2444
Macleod, VIC 3085
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Elegant Parkside Living in Prestigious Springthorpe Estate
Description: Positioned on the first floor of one of Springthorpe's most elegant and award-winning original building conversions, this stunning one-bedroom apartment at 11/125 Main Drive, Macleod offers a rare blend of character, space and modern comfort. Bathed in natural light and overlooking serene parkland, the home features soaring high ceilings, striking gallery-style windows, and a spacious open-plan living area. The sleek kitchen is equipped with premium stainless steel German appliances, while the bedroom includes built-in robes and easy access to a luxurious modern bathroom. Additional highlights include a secure undercover car space, well-lit security entrance, and exclusive access to the Springthorpe Country Club with pool, gym, and tennis courts. Ideally located just a short walk to the golf course, La Trobe University, and the Polaris Shopping Centre, this is a perfect opportunity for first home buyers or investors seeking a unique, lifestyle-focused property in a blue-chip location. Enquire today to secure this exceptional offering. Inspection by Appointment
Agent: Renato Barra - rbarra@barryplant.com.au - 0434200860
Macleod, VIC 3085
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Refined, Contemporary Living
Description: Sitting in a quiet boutique block of only three, this instantly appealing home combines perfectly presented, updated spaces, a sizeable floorplan and a prime, walk-everywhere location, making it an ideal choice for couples, first-home buyers and resizers alike. Footsteps from Macleod Village, and its supermarket, shopping, dining and café options, the train station, park, playground and P-12 College, it delivers enviable walk everywhere living that is hard to beat! Opened up, styled up, and framed by floor-to-ceiling glass that lets in loads of natural light, a first-rate interior offers upscale appointments to spaces that include two bedrooms (main with a bay window) featuring fitted robes and sharing a deluxe, fully tiled, stone-finished bathroom. Together, they complement an expansive open-plan living-meals, anchored by a stone-detailed kitchen featuring soft-close, gloss-finished cabinetry and a suite of premium Bosch appliances, including an induction cooktop. Stretching the length of the house, the private courtyard is perfect for relaxed alfresco dining or weekend gatherings. Multiple split system units, ducted heating, ceiling fans, a fitted laundry, a remote-control garage, and extra parking on title enhance a home that is as practical as it is appealing. ***PHOTO ID REQUIRED AT OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS***
Agent: Evan Sharp - esharp@morrisonkleeman.com.au - 97178780
Agent: Craig Parker - cparker@morrisonkleeman.com.au - 03 9435 7666
Yallambie, VIC 3085
Land Size: 585 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Comfort, Space & Viewbank School Zoning Excellence
Description: Jellis Craig. Enjoying a prized position within the tightly held Viewbank Secondary College zone, this beautifully presented single-level residence offers an impressive balance of space, privacy and everyday functionality, ideally suited to family living. A welcoming entry introduces the front lounge, creating an immediate sense of warmth and separation from the home's central living zone. Positioned at the front of the residence, the generously proportioned main bedroom is complemented by a walk-in robe and private ensuite, providing a peaceful parents' retreat. At the heart of the home, a second living domain flows effortlessly through to the open-plan kitchen and dining area. Glass sliding doors extend this space to a paved courtyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection for entertaining or relaxed day-to-day living. Beyond, the rear yard enjoys a pleasing sense of privacy with no immediate housing behind. Three additional bedrooms, two offering built-in storage, are well zoned and serviced by a central family bathroom. A flexible fourth bedroom or home office adds further versatility, ideal for those working from home or accommodating guests. Additional features include ducted heating, a grassed rear yard and impressive side accessperfect for tradies, trailers, boats or vans. Exceptional off-street parking is provided via a double remote garage, single carport and extensive driveway space. A thoughtfully designed home showcasing generous proportions, strong presentation and a superb family-friendly location in one of Yallambie's most desirable pockets.
Agent: Trent Grindal - trentgrindal@jelliscraig.com.au - 03 9431 1222
Agent: Tom Kurtschenko - TomKurtschenko@jelliscraig.com.au - 03 9431 1222
Watsonia, VIC 3087
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Low-Maintenance Living in a Prime Watsonia Pocket
Description: Perfectly positioned in a peaceful and well-maintained complex, this light-filled two-bedroom unit offers a fantastic opportunity for first home buyers, downsizers or investors alike. Inside, the home features two generous bedrooms with built-in robes, a central bathroom with separate toilet, and a spacious living area that flows through to a combined kitchen and dining zone, offering practicality and comfort in one. A dedicated car space adds further convenience. What truly sets this home apart is its unbeatable location. Just a short stroll to Watsonia Village, you'll enjoy easy access to local cafes, shops, and everyday amenities. Watsonia Train Station is just minutes away, offering a smooth commute to the CBD, and you're surrounded by great local schools, parklands, and walking trails. With quick access to the M80 Ring Road, everything you need is right at your fingertips. Whether you're looking to move straight in or update to your taste, this is a smart buy in one of Watsonia's most sought-after pockets. THE OWNER HAS REQUESTED PHOTO ID BE SHOWN AT ALL INSPECTIONS
Agent: Jessie Jones - jess@darrenjones.com.au - 03 9432 2544
Agent: Ashley Croall - ashley@darrenjones.com.au - 0394322544
Watsonia, VIC 3087
Land Size: 580 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Prime Location, Classic Charm A Rare Opportunity Opposite Watsonia Village!
Description: Nestled directly opposite the vibrant Watsonia Village shops and just moments from the train station, local schools, sporting reserves, RSL Club, and the Ring Road, this charming weatherboard home offers both convenience and lifestyle. Perfectly positioned for families, professionals, or investors, it combines classic interiors with a highly sought-after location, with a land size of 580m2. Step inside to discover a spacious lounge bathed in natural light, complete with heating for year-round comfort. The kitchen and meals area features practical gas cooking and ample space for family dining. Accommodation includes three generous double bedrooms and a central family bathroom, providing both comfort and functionality. Outside, enjoy the rear entertaining deck ideal for weekend gatherings or quiet afternoons plus a single lock-up garage and plenty of off-street parking for visitors. The low-maintenance yard complements the home's classic charm, offering an inviting space without the hassle. Whether you're drawn by the convenience of village shops at your doorstep, easy access to public transport, or proximity to schools and recreational facilities, this home delivers lifestyle and location in one package. Don't miss this rare opportunity to secure a property in one of Watsonia's most desirable pockets!
Agent: Bill Dontsios - bdontsios@barryplant.com.au - 03 9422 1822




















