27 Cunningham Street
Northcote, VIC 3070

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- schools in Northcote
- 6
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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 159,963
- children aged 0–14
- 22,575
- schools
- 48
- parks & libraries
- 31
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 37
Most-listed activities: Tennis, Karate, Soccer
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Batson Reserve
Rushall Cres, Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
386 m straight-line distance
Thomas Kidney Reserve
Rushall Cres, Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
449 m straight-line distance
Baden Morgan Reserve
Roberts St, Northcote, Victoria, 3070
545 m straight-line distance
Coulson Reserve
Heidelberg Rd, Clifton Hill, Victoria, 3068
566 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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Upcoming Events Nearby
Fri, 4 Sept · Keon Park
Keon Park Children's Hub Monthly Drop-in Gardening Group
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
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
Bayside Art Babies
Up to age 2
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
Social Sport - Fitzroy North
Bundha Sports Centre - 111 Queens Pde, , Fitzroy North
Bonjour Babies (Carlton VIC)
216/248 Rathdowne St, Carlton
Private studio
Charles St , Brunswick
Mary’s Piano School
197 Smith Street, Thornbury
Better Health Company
20-24 Bond St, , Abbotsford
Apex Tuition Australia
Level 2/700 Swanston St, Carlton
CIS - Centre of Italian Studies
245 Cardigan St, Carlton
Breathe In Yoga (Wellness For Kids)
1036 Heidelberg Rd, , Ivanhoe
Passion Studio
594 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Nearby Schools

Fitzroy High School
Falconer Street, North Fitzroy VIC 3068 Australia

St Joseph's Primary School - Northcote
39 James Street, Northcote VIC 3070 Australia

Fitzroy North Primary School
Fergie St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068 Australia

Spensley Street Primary School
193 Spensley Street , Clifton Hill VIC 3068 Australia

Westgarth Primary School
37-45 Brooke St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
St John's Primary School - Clifton Hill
77 Queens Parade, Clifton Hill VIC 3068 Australia
Nearby schools do not imply enrolment eligibility. Confirm catchments, year levels and childcare availability directly with the provider.
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Northcote, VIC 3070
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Comfortable Northcote period home with incredible potential
Description: Cherished by the same family for over 60 years, this freestanding period home is ready for its next chapter. Occupying approximately 482sqm in Northcote's prized Ruckers Hill precinct, strolling distance to vibrant High Street, it presents a rare opportunity to renovate/extend over time and establish an enviable inner-city lifestyle, or develop and capitalise on the superb location (Subject to Council Approval). Abundant with warmth and heritage elegance, the substantial existing residence offers liveable light-filled interiors plus a north-to-rear aspect and off-street parking with ROW access for multiple cars. Beyond its 12m frontage and charming weatherboard façade, the stained glass entrance reveals a wide hallway graced with 12ft decorative ceilings. From here, original wide skirtings and sash windows flow throughout the front of the home. At its heart is a huge living room that flaunts magnificent pressed metal ceilings and a gas fireplace within a timber mantel. Nearby are three king sized bedrooms beneath 10ft ornate ceilings (all have built-in robes and two have glorious leadlight windows), serviced by a neat terrazzo bathroom with a bath, shower and separate w/c. At the back sits a generous functional kitchen with gas cooking, an integrated meals area and fixed cabinetry providing ample storage. Accommodation is complemented by a sunny patio, large low maintenance backyard and dedicated veggie patch with excellent soil, as well as an automatic single garage with a workshop and off-street parking for at least two more cars, all easily accessed via the rear lane. Secured by 7ft Colorbond fencing and 7ft lockable side and back gates, this property features a good-sized separate laundry, split system air-conditioning, Rinnai gas heating and external lighting. Set in a neighbourly Northcote locale, it is positioned close to cafes, boutiques and restaurants, plus trendy Westgarth Village, Northcote Plaza, Northcote Aquatic Centre, CBD trams, two train stations, Johnson Park and Merri Creek Trail. It is also zoned to Westgarth Primary School and Northcote High School, and placed moments from Santa Maria College and St Joseph's Primary School.
Agent: Luke Sacco - lsacco@nelsonalexander.com.au - 9486 1800
Agent: Monique Verga - mverga@nelsonalexander.com.au - 9486 1800
Northcote, VIC 3070
Land Size: 577 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Family entertaining with style and space
Description: Grace, scale and contemporary comfort come together in this superbly enhanced five bedroom plus office, three bathroom period home, where fluid indoor/outdoor living shapes an idyllic backdrop for both relaxed family moments and resort-style hosting. Set within the esteemed Ruckers Hill precinct and occupying a north-facing block of approximately 577m2, the double-storey property unfolds across multiple living zones, unified by a light-filled open-plan design. A dedicated office and upstairs retreat offer flexibility, while an airy family domain with a modern fireplace connects to the sleek stone-bench kitchen/dining area that forms the central hub. It's well-appointed with premium Miele/Blanco appliances including a dishwasher, standalone island, soft-close cabinetry and a butler's pantry. Entertaining extends outdoors to a decked alfresco ideal for any occasion, overlooking a private backyard framed by lush trees and a glistening pool, with rear ROW access to the lock-up garage. Highlights comprise luxurious tiled bathrooms/ensuite with double basin vanities, robes, hydronic heating, split systems, a powder room (fourth WC) and extra driveway parking. Zoned to Northcote High, it's just minutes to iconic High Street retail/culinary experiences, several train lines, CBD trams, schools, Northcote Plaza and All Nations Park.
Agent: Sam Rigopoulos - samrigopoulos@jelliscraig.com.au - 9403 9300
Agent: Jordan Kynigopoulos - jordankynigopoulos@jelliscraig.com.au - 9403 9300
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Auction Thursday 18 December at 6:00 pm
Description: Large top floor living in Merri Creek Cul-De-Sac A lovely apartment of substantial proportions by the banks of the Merri Creek nature trail. Enviably positioned in the tree-lined east end of Barkly Street. This north facing apartment has a car space on title, secure intercom entry and a top floor sunny layout with views. Comprising 2 double bedrooms both with robes, the master bedroom is massive. The living space is light and bright combined with a large dining area, and functional kitchen. This gorgeous apartment is an easy bike ride to the C B D and a stroll from a plethora of popular cafes. You're nearby North Fitzroy and Brunswick East Village shops. Amenities include the Edinburgh Gardens, Rushall train station, Merri Creek Primary and so much more. Completely comfortable today to live in or rent out with scope to further add value. This big and bright brick apartment offers a rare opportunity to purchase in the best pocket of North Fitzroy.
Agent: Frank Callaghan - frankc@frankgordon.com.au - 03 96452411
Agent: Frank Callaghan Jnr - frankjnr@frankgordon.com.au - 03 9645 2411
Northcote, VIC 3070
Land Size: 626 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sublime Situation, Space and Singularity
Description: Gracing approximately 626m2, and owned by the one family for over 50 years, this Californian Bungalow style home is rich in character in a golden Ruckers Hill position. It offers plentiful scope to shape or newly create your dream home (STCA). - One of this highly sought suburb's most prestigious streets - Elegant adjoining living and dining with decorative details - Central kitchen highlighting wide freestanding stove - Rear meals or sitting nook with garden outlooks - Substantial rear garden inspiring all kinds of ideas - Especially spacious main bedroom at the front of the home - Leafy views to most bedrooms, floorboards to all - Central bathroom, heating and air conditioning - Wide frontage, long driveway and expansive garage - Near thriving High Street in the Northcote High zone
Agent: Gino De Iesi - ginodeiesi@mcgrath.com.au - 9489 9422
Agent: Michael Divito - michaeldivito@mcgrath.com.au - 94899422
Northcote, VIC 3070
Land Size: 831 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Grand Elegance with Endless Potential on 831sqm
Description: Perfectly positioned in the heart of Northcote, this captivating double-fronted period residence presents a rare and remarkable opportunity on an impressive 831sqm (approx.) block. Showcasing timeless period character and generous proportions throughout, it offers outstanding scope to renovate or extend (STCA) and create a family masterpiece in one of the Inner North's most desirable pockets. Behind its elegant façade, the home features four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, providing superb comfort and flexibility for growing families. A prized wide side driveway ensures easy off-street access, leading to a double garage and two additional open car spaces a true rarity in this location. While immediately comfortable, the true appeal lies in the home's extraordinary potential. The deep garden invites endless possibilities for transformation from a luxurious renovation to an architectural additions that blends modern living with timeless Edwardian character. All this in a premier lifestyle setting moments from High Street cafés and boutiques, Northcote Plaza, All Nations Park, local schools, and public transport options ensuring exceptional convenience and connectivity. A home of character, space, and limitless opportunity this is your chance to secure a blue-chip address and make your mark in vibrant Northcote.
Agent: Stefan Dzanovski - stefan@haus.com.au - 9497 1990
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Light-filled sanctuary with expansive and unobstructed 180 degree views
Description: Positioned high on Level 10 of the landmark Patch development, this impressive two bedroom, two bathroom residence delivers elevated living with sweeping, unobstructed views across the Melbourne skyline. Designed to maximise natural light and flexibility, the home combines large windows, contemporary finishes and a smart floor plan suited to both owner occupiers and investors. The open plan living and dining area is bathed in natural light and connects seamlessly to a covered balcony capturing the outlook. A versatile flexi room offers the option of a private, light filled home office or an extension of the living space depending on your needs. Features include: • Level 10 position in an 11 level building with elevated privacy • Unobstructed Melbourne skyline views • Large windows throughout delivering excellent natural light • Covered balcony ideal for relaxing or entertaining • Contemporary kitchen with stone benchtops, quality appliances and geometric tiled splashback • Two bedrooms, both with walk in robes • Main bedroom with ensuite • Stylish central bathroom with walk in shower • Flexible multipurpose room that can be opened to living or closed as a separate office • Timber flooring to living areas, carpeted bedrooms • Split system heating and cooling • European laundry • Secure entry and basement car parking • Access to rooftop garden and entertaining terrace with panoramic views Enjoy a premium inner north lifestyle with cafés, restaurants, trams and Merri Creek parklands nearby, plus easy access to the CBD.
Agent: Stefan Perera - stefan@collings.com.au
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: RENOVATED TO PLEASE
Description: Nestled in one of Melbourne's most coveted inner-north pockets, this light-filled fully renovated 1-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and character. Whether you're a first-home buyer looking to break into the Fitzroy North market or a savvy investor eyeing strong rental demand, this well-located residence ticks all the right boxes. Set quietly at the rear of a boutique block, this inviting home features a sunlit living space, neat kitchen with ample storage and a generously sized bedroom with built-in robes. The functional bathroom includes a shower over bath, and off-street parking completes the picture. Step outside and enjoy immediate access to the vibrant lifestyle of Fitzroy North - with Edinburgh Gardens, boutique cafes, trams, and the Merri Creek Trail just a short stroll away. Zoned for top-performing schools and only 4km to the CBD, this address offers unbeatable inner-city value.
Agent: David Rubinic - drubinic@bigginscott.com.au - 9386 1855
Agent: George Tzouroutis - gtzouroutis@bigginscott.com.au - 9489 5777
Northcote, VIC 3070
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Federation prize with extraordinary potential
Description: Enjoyed by generations of the one family for the past 60 years, this solid-brick period home (c1900) provides the perfect starting point for an inspired renovation and significant extension (STCA) all the very heart of wonderful Westgarth. The distinctive facade makes way for well-proportioned interior showcasing a central hallway accessing four large bedrooms along with a sizable living and formal dining room. To the rear of the home is a neat fully-tiled bathroom, functional kitchen with gas cooker and adjoining meals area. Towering ceilings with ornate plasterwork, original open fireplaces and Baltic Pine floorboards all add to the allure, as well as a gas heater (dining room) and 6-panel solar power system. Step outside to discover a substantial north-facing backyard with undercover patio, external laundry and second WC, plus the added advantage of a rear laneway. Footsteps to High Street shops, cafes and Palace Cinema along with local buses and city-bound trams, it's also close to Northcote High School (zoned), Merri Creek Trail and acres of parkland, as well as both Westgarth and Merri train stations (different lines).
Agent: Robert Enes - renes@nelsonalexander.com.au - 93791313
Agent: Joel Catena - jcatena@nelsonalexander.com.au - 03 9486 1800
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Land Size: 156 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Architectural showpiece of character and class
Description: A revered location in the heart of Fitzroy North sets the scene for this quintessential Victorian terrace where period charm and modern opulence combine to deliver a luxurious lifestyle of family proportions. Absolute quality at every turn, the home's impressive interior showcases four bedrooms (two up, two down) with built-in robes all complemented by two deluxe bathrooms one on each level. Spacious, versatile and filled with natural light, the open-plan living/dining area flaunts polished concrete floors and is accompanied by a tastefully-appointed kitchen with honed concrete benchtops, ample storage, Belling 3-door oven and Miele dishwasher. Other features of this remarkable residence include hydronic/in-floor heating and split-system air conditioning, along with additional ceiling fans to the downstairs bedrooms, under-floor cellar, attic storeroom, Sanden heat pump hot water unit and a 5kW solar power system. Rounding out this exceptional lifestyle package is a private terrace (accessed via the main bedroom) and sizeable backyard (stacker doors from the living area) complete with entertaining deck and direct access to the rear ROW. A short stroll to village cafes, gourmet grocers and Piedimonte's Supermarket, along with the open spaces of both Edinburgh Gardens and Darling Gardens, it's also close to popular schools, a choice of tram lines, Rushall Station and the Merri Creek Trail.
Agent: James Pilliner - jpilliner@nelsonalexander.com.au - 9347 4322
Agent: Nic Exarchos - nexarchos@nelsonalexander.com.au - 9347 4322




















