210/277-279 Centre Road
Bentleigh, VIC 3204

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Area figures
- schools in Bentleigh
- 4
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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 161,057
- children aged 0–14
- 26,288
- schools
- 40
- parks & libraries
- 31
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 48
Most-listed activities: Tennis, Karate, Swimming
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Allnutt Park
Wheatley Rd, McKinnon, Victoria, 3204
458 m straight-line distance
Bentleigh Library
Jasper Rd, Bentleigh, Victoria, 3204
718 m straight-line distance
Clapperton St Reserve
Clapperton St, Bentleigh, Victoria, 3204
730 m straight-line distance
Bentleigh Recreation Reserve
Jasper Rd, Bentleigh, Victoria, 3204
779 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
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
Jem children’s yoga
., Sandringham and Highett
Bentleigh Calisthenics Club
11 Walter St, Moorabbin
Merryl’s Mosaics & Glass Studio
723 Glenhuntly Road , Caulfield
Ladybug Learning
Suite 1, 319A Neerim Road, Carnegie
Bonjour Babies (Elsternwick VIC)
560 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick
MAD Performing Arts
11 Corr St, Moorabbin
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Pass N Play
., Brighton
Nearby Schools

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

McKinnon Secondary College
McKinnon Rd, McKinnon VIC 3204 Australia

St Paul's Primary School - Bentleigh
122 Jasper Road, Bentleigh VIC 3204 Australia

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College
111 Jasper Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204 Australia

Ormond Primary School
Cnr Murray & Wheatley Roads, Ormond VIC 3204 Australia

Brighton Secondary College
120 Marriage Rd, Brighton East VIC 3187 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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McKinnon, VIC 3204
Land Size: 643 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A McKinnon Zone Stunner with Poolside Living
Description: Absolutely irresistible, this Tudor inspired four bedroom two bathroom clinker brick heartwarmer is a single level family entertainer in the premier McKinnon Secondary College zone. Completely private behind hedged greenery, this family treasure sparkles with its diamond leadlights, polished floorboards and natural light, featuring double doors to a north facing lounge with open fireplace, an elegant dining room/study, double doors to the relaxed open plan living and dining area with its superb granite kitchen featuring Smeg oven and Miele dishwasher; four gorgeous bedrooms with robes, two glistening bathrooms with marble vanities including an ensuite and spa bathroom, a marble powder room and a bright fitted laundry. Double sliding doors open to the manicured rear garden which is home to a covered alfresco deck, a sunny side courtyard and heated swim jet pool with spa. Character filled with 3m approx. ceilings with stepped cornices, picture rails and intricate detail, this engaging home is appointed with hydronic heating, evaporative cooling, a security door, CCTV, double blinds, abundant storage including attic ladder and outdoor storage, garden lighting and an auto gate to parking for four including an auto carport. Doors from the delightful Ormond Primary School, walk to both Ormond and McKinnon train stations, trendy cafes, Wattle Grove Reserve and buses to Chadstone and Monash University, moments to Centre Road shopping and the beautiful Allnutt Park.
Agent: Myron Ching - MyronChing@jelliscraig.com.au - 95934500
Agent: Nick Renna - nickrenna@jelliscraig.com.au - 95964500
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Property Type: Townhouse
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Huge Luxury Bayside Family Masterpiece in a Designer Garden Setting
Description: The finest synergy of effortless luxury and architectural artistry defines this low-maintenance masterpiece by one of Melbourne's most celebrated design teams, KG Architectural. Characterised by large spaces throughout, the home is expertly oriented to harness its luminous northern aspect. Further enhanced by a spectacular Linton LaFontaine garden, we present benchmark Bayside living that is private, considered and beyond compare. A world away from life's pace, a floating timber walkway through lush greenery introduces a soaring entrance foyer of striking calm and presence. From here, an expansive triple-zone layout unfolds with intuitive ease, seamlessly transitioning from day to night and providing a sublime setting for refined living and entertaining. Cavity-hidden, full-height windows and hide-away doors dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, creating a breathtaking sense of connection and flow. Anchoring the home's design, a lush internal courtyard brings focus to impeccably curated interiors, enhancing a captivating interplay of light, volume and scale. Entertaining and retreat are equally indulged with a formal sitting room or home theatre opening to a tranquil zen garden, a light-filled upper-level lounge, and a vast family domain extending to an al fresco terrace complete with BBQ kitchen, café-style heating and a stunning tiered garden in utterly private surrounds. The showpiece kitchen frames a peaceful courtyard outlook, centred around a custom Branco Veda White marble dining island set against a striking Black Odyssey marble feature wall. Premium European appliances, including dual ovens and integrated dishwasher, are complemented by a sleek black-tiled butler's pantry, forming a culinary space of both function and finesse. A garden-view home office is accompanied by several integrated study zones, while three beautifully appointed bedrooms and luxurious Roger Seller bathrooms enjoy the privacy of the upper level. The main suite is a true treetop sanctuary, showcasing a dramatic wall of glass capturing sunset skies, a custom dressing room with soft-touch joinery, and a skylit ensuite with dual vanities. Bespoke detailing throughout reflects the exemplary craftsmanship of this magnificant home, with walls of mirror, Artemide designer lighting, soaring vaulted skylights, and ultra-stylish wide-board French oak flooring and wall panelling. Comprehensive comfort includes climate control, ducted vacuuming, automated garden irrigation and a secure remote double garage. Less than 100m to Little Brighton Reserve and a few minutes walk to Hawthorn Road village and tram, with Bay Street's lifestyle precinct and station, elite schooling options and the beach within easy reach. Custom-crafted living that sets the standard in low maintenance, family excellence. For more information about this flawless KGA-designed town residence please contact Ross Walker at Buxton Brighton on 0425 836 613.
Agent: Ross Walker - rwalker@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Agent: Tom Davidson - tdavidson@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
McKinnon, VIC 3204
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Family perfection in a prized location
Description: Behind its charming weatherboard façade with lush garden surrounds, this beautifully reimagined Californian Bungalow delivers an inspired fusion of period elegance & contemporary design. From the moment you enter, it's clear that no detail has been overlooked. The original period character blends seamlessly with the designer finishes, beautiful aesthetics & leafy green outlooks to create a home that feels both luxurious & welcoming. Queensland Spotted Gum flooring flows throughout, introducing a stunning main bedroom complete with walk-in robe & a skylit ensuite showcasing Patricia Urquiola Mutina tiles & premium Duravit fixtures. Three additional downstairs bedrooms, each fitted with built-in robes & study desks, share a stylish fully tiled central bathroom featuring a freestanding bath & oversized shower beneath an illuminating skylight. The heart of the home - an expansive open plan living & dining zone is bathed in sunshine & features custom fitted cabinetry with a dedicated study nook & a suspended wood fireplace, while bifold doors extend the space seamlessly to an elevated timber deck & good sized low maintenance rear garden (with ROW access), perfect for indoor-outdoor relaxing & entertaining. Adding to the allure, a gourmet porcelain topped kitchen is sure to impress with a suite of premium appliances (including an induction cooktop, double Gaggenau ovens, integrated dishwasher, drawer fridge & Zip Tap). Designed for families, the home also offers a second upstairs living zone/kids' retreat & a generously sized guest/5th bedroom. Other features include ducted heating/cooling, hydronic heating, 2.4m high doors, heated towel rails in both bathrooms, a custom fitted laundry with third toilet, attic storage with retractable ladder, under stair storage, irrigation in the front garden, video intercom entry & secure off street parking for one car behind auto front gates. This fabulously located property is within the prestigious McKinnon Secondary College & Ormond Primary School zones & close to McKinnon Village cafes & train station, Allnutt Park & Centre Road's shops & cafes.
Agent: Daniel Micmacher - danielm@garypeer.com.au - 0419376521
Agent: Jeremy Rosens - jeremyr@garypeer.com.au - 0413837723
Agent: Morris Bitton - morrisb@garypeer.com.au - 0413 248 636
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: 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
Bentleigh, VIC 3204
Property Type: Townhouse
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Modern parkside living zoned for Bentleigh West
Description: Set in a prime Bentleigh location, this immaculate three-bedroom, two-bathroom freestanding townhouse with a double garage combines modern style, open plan living, a prized street-front position & an exceptional family setting. Bathed in natural light & finished with contemporary flair, the spacious two-storey floor plan offers superb versatility. The ground level features both formal & informal living zones that flow seamlessly to a private north-west-facing entertainer's courtyard, complete with pergola & low-maintenance gardens. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home showcases freshly polished parquetry floors, newly painted interiors, plush carpets & a well-appointed Blanco kitchen with granite benchtops. The spacious master bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a large walk-in robe & a stylish ensuite. Additional highlights include sleek fully tiled bathrooms, built-in robes to all bedrooms, reverse-cycle air conditioning, ducted vacuuming, abundant storage, a generous walk-in pantry & a convenient powder room. An automatic double garage with additional off-street parking & CCTV security completes the package. Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined cul-de-sac with direct access to Victory Park, this superb location is just moments from the highly regarded Bentleigh West Primary School. Bentleigh & Patterson train stations, vibrant shopping strips & Brighton Beach are all within easy reach.
Agent: Leon Gouzenfiter - leong@garypeer.com.au - 0422339791
Agent: John Tsui-Po - johnt@garypeer.com.au - 0438336456
Agent: Ghazaleh Sadat - ghazalehs@garypeer.com.au - 03 8842 6803
Ormond, VIC 3204
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Immaculately Presented Villa Unit in Prime McKinnon School Zone
Description: This beautifully maintained villa offers exceptional comfort and convenience. Featuring two generous bedrooms, both with built-in robes, and a bright living/lounge area with adjoining dining, it provides an inviting space for everyday living. The spacious kitchen is well-appointed, and the family bathroom includes a separate shower for added practicality. An entertainer's sunroom opens to the rear courtyard complete with a BBQ areaperfect for relaxed outdoor enjoyment. Additional highlights include: 1.Lock-up garage + second car space 2.Lovely garden setting 3.Ducted heating and evaporative cooling for year-round comfort Located in the highly sought-after McKinnon Secondary College zone, with Ormond Primary School only minutes away, this home is perfectly positioned. Enjoy easy access to the Hawthorn Road tram, and a choice of shopping precincts at Centre Road (Bentleigh) or Bay Street (Brighton). Bus, tram, and train services are all close by, ensuring effortless travel. Whether you're an investor or owner-occupier, you can be confident in the strong future demand for this quality property.
Agent: Brett Graham - Bgraham@flarerealestate.com.au - 03 9533 0999
Agent: Oren Flamm - oflamm@flarerealestate.com.au - (03) 9533 0999
Bentleigh, VIC 3204
Land Size: 384 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Eye opening contemporary innovation
Description: In one of Bentleigh's finest streets, this compelling four bedroom plus two study, three bathroom masterpiece is an inspirational design using warehouse techniques of huge window expanses, impressive skylights, open voids, an internal garden and a steel framed staircase to spectacular effect. Open and airy with free flowing spaces, this quality built home showcases a private study with bespoke desk and cabinetry, a generous downstairs bedroom with two sets of robes and deluxe semi ensuite, an awe inspiring lounge with dramatic void, electric fireplace and the staircase acting as a sculpture in front of the huge windows framing the lightwell courtyard with its outdoor day bed. The luxurious open plan entertaining area impresses with its extensive joinery and palatial Emporite kitchen with walk in pantry/laundry and Smeg appliances. Bi fold doors open to a fabulous alfresco deck in paved gardens with a solid timber arbour to take in the afternoon sunshine. The first floor is finished with Black Butt floors and features a mezzanine style two person workstation that gets full benefit of the magnificent skylight, with the hotel like main bedroom suite featuring a dressing room and luxe ensuite with freestanding bath at one end, and two large bedrooms with robes/desk serviced by a fully tiled bathroom at the other. A box frame alucabond façade makes a bold statement out the front, while this incredible home is flawless inside with large format tiling, reverse cycle air conditioning, Nobo panel heaters, video intercom, ducted vacuum, instant hot water, solar panels, a large external store room and an auto garage via auto gates. In this gorgeous parkside no through road with Allnutt Park at the end, footsteps to Centre Road's café scene, Bentleigh station, bus services to Brighton and Bentleigh West Primary School, within easy reach of OLSH College and the Hawthorn Road tram.
Agent: Gavin van Rooyen - GavinvanRooyen@jelliscraig.com.au - 95934500
Agent: Jack Liu - JackLiu@jelliscraig.com.au - 9593 4500
Agent: Charlie La Fontaine - CharlieLaFontaine@jelliscraig.com.au - 9593 4500
McKinnon, VIC 3204
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Stylish Single Level in the Zone
Description: In the zone, beautifully renovated and peacefully set to the rear of only two with no owners corporation, this light-filled single-level villa delivers an enticing lifestyle in a prized pocket on the edge of McKinnon Village, moments from local cafés and Alnutt Park. Bright and inviting, with new engineered oak floors and a crisp white aesthetic, the generous interiors reveal spacious living proportions, enhanced by oversized colonial-style windows that draw in a warm north-western aspect and further enhance the impression of space and privacy. An open meals and kitchen domain connects the social zones, opening out to a north-facing, recently landscaped courtyard garden for relaxed indoor-outdoor living. Three good-sized bedrooms line the hallway, each with brand-new carpet and built-in robes, including the rear-set main bedroom, which features a walk-in robe, ensuite, and split-system air conditioning. A second, central bathroom with separate bath and shower allows for easy living across all ages, with a large laundry extending around to the rear and fantastic extras such as split-system AC, ducted heating, new LED downlights, external shade blinds, and a double-remote garage. Set within the McKinnon Secondary College zone and within steps of transport, including McKinnon Station, local favourite Willim Cafe, and a choice of great dining options on nearby Ormond and Centre Road, this is an outstanding downsizer, a smart entry into a tightly held precinct, or an effortless family base close to everything that matters.
Agent: Anders Simon - asimon@rtedgar.com.au - 03 9533 0222
Agent: Jason Isaacs - jisaacs@rtedgar.com.au - 0488700789




















