32 Lawrence Street
Brighton, VIC 3186

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- schools in Brighton
- 9
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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
William Street Reserve
William St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
528 m straight-line distance
Robert Grieve V C Reserve
Burrows St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
560 m straight-line distance
Bayside Library Service
Wilson St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
607 m straight-line distance
Whyte Street Reserve
Whyte St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
680 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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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
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Merryl’s Mosaics & Glass Studio
723 Glenhuntly Road , Caulfield
Jem children’s yoga
., Sandringham and Highett
Jam Studio Music
Suite 2, Level 1, 118 Chapel St, St Kilda
Ladybug Learning
Suite 1, 319A Neerim Road, Carnegie
Bentleigh Calisthenics Club
11 Walter St, Moorabbin
Nearby Schools
Brighton Primary School
Wilson Street , Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

St Joan of Arc School
30 Dendy Street, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

Brighton Grammar School
90 Outer Crescent, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

Brighton Beach Primary School
Windermere Crescent , Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

Firbank Grammar School
51 Outer Cr, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

St Finbar's Primary School
90 Centre Road, 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
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: 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
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: Townhouse
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Secure Gated Living Framed by Architectural Finesse
Description: Sold by - Will Maxted (Director RT Edgar) Commanding the streetscape within an exclusive newly completed gated enclave of four, this striking residence is a statement of bold architecture, meticulous craftsmanship and refined contemporary living. Designed and delivered by the -created by mark franek- team, this four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home unfolds across two expansive levels, elegantly connected by a sculptural solid-plaster helical staircase. A considered layout introduces dual living zones and private suite-style bedrooms on both levels, creating flexibility for families and guests alike. Throughout the architecture, a seamless connection between interior spaces and the outdoors is achieved via slender, full-height French doors, enhancing natural light, airflow and the ease of entertaining. This signature front residence totalling 495 sqm (approx.), enjoys a commanding street presence and includes its own private, fully-tiled emerald pool, creating a resort-style outdoor sanctuary. The designer kitchen serves as a centrepiece, showcasing premium Gaggenau appliances, butler's pantry, integrated fridge/freezer and induction cooktop all framed by exquisitely honed marble surfaces. Each generous bedroom features its own indulgent marble-detailed ensuite, while the main suite is further elevated by a glamorous dressing room and a luxurious dual-vanity bathroom. Materiality and craftsmanship are exceptional throughout: Sleek, slimline brickwork, striking Shou Sugi Ban charred timber cladding, light-diffusing fluted glass, Kustom Timber oak flooring, slabs of honed marble, artisan Nagoya mosaics, handmade leather handles, Tala pendants, Axor tapware and Paco Jaanson stoneware all feature. With 3.2m ceilings, full-height glazing, customised storage, Real Flame gas-pebble fireplace and Daikin ducted climate control, comfort and design combine effortlessly. Securely set behind auto-gated cobblestone grounds, this stunning home features a charred-timber-clad double garage and an architectural arbour entry. Moments from Brighton's leading schools, Dendy Park, Church Street and the Bay, the locale offers an enviable balance of village convenience, open space and bayside lifestyle appeal.
Agent: Will Maxted - wmaxted@rtedgar.com.au
Agent: Rina Ma - rma@rtedgar.com.au
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Low-Maintenance Elegance with Substantial Family Space
Description: Refined space and timeless quality are the hallmarks of this superior town residence in the premium Bay Street precinct. With its classical brick and rendered façade, this four bedroom, three bathroom home combines substantial dimensions with low-maintenance elegance, all within a family lifestyle setting surrounded by Bayside's most renowned amenities. Bathed in natural light beneath soaring 3m ceilings, the dual living design caters to every occasion. A formal lounge and dining domain, warmed by a gas log fireplace, provides a superb space for family gatherings, while an informal living zone extends to a columned terrace and north-west courtyard, offering a private sanctuary for al fresco entertaining. Appointed for both scale and style, the granite kitchen features an island bench/casual meals area, Smeg appliances (700mm oven and integrated dishwasher) and custom cabinetry. Satisfying a broad range of family requirements, a ground floor guest bedroom (with built-in robes) is complemented by a granite vanity bathroom. Upstairs, three further robed bedrooms include a private main suite with walk-in dressing area and dual-vanity ensuite. A family-sized spa bathroom with Travertine finishes and a separate WC completes the accommodation, with a chute providing direct access to the large downstairs laundry. With the security and ease of a remote double garage and direct internal access, the home is further distinguished by gleaming parquetry floors, climate control, extensive storage and prestige finishes throughout. Zoned for Brighton Primary and Brighton Secondary, and moments from Brighton Grammar and Firbank, this exceptional residence is within walking distance of Bay and Church Streets' cafes, shops, restaurants, cinemas and stations, with parkland and the beach nearby. For more information about this substantial Brighton town residence please contact Halli Moore at Buxton Brighton on 0403 777 661.
Agent: Halli Moore - hmoore@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Agent: Michelle Gagêt - mgaget@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Agent: Owen Bowditch - obowditch@buxton.com.au - 9598 8222
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Easy-Care Luxury with a Full Interior Transformation
Description: Created with easy-care indulgence in mind, this timeless Brighton town residence has been elevated to a new standard of modern living. Just 300 metres from Were Street Village, this beautifully refashioned four-bedroom, three-bathroom home also features a versatile ground-floor room with the potential to be converted into an additional bedroom, home office or guest retreat, blending elegant architecture with a comprehensive designer upgrade to deliver the best in low-maintenance luxury. Inside, the home feels brand new, with every surface thoughtfully renewed. Premium wool carpets, new engineered flooring, full interior and exterior repainting, and all-new window furnishings bring warmth and refinement. The lighting has been fully redesigned to feature sophisticated pendants, bed lighting, stair illumination, and architectural spot lighting, creating mood, comfort, and style throughout. The kitchen and bathroom upgrades are exceptional. A brand-new entertainer's kitchen now hosts Miele appliances (oven, microwave, dishwasher and gas cooktop), an elegant bar installation, and Astra Walker tapware including integrated water refill features. A fully redesigned laundry complements this space. The master bathroom has been rebuilt with Astra Walker fittings and luxury detailing, while every bathroom in the home now features brand-new showers, toilets, and new basins. The master suite has also been enhanced with a custom, newly installed wardrobe for clever, tailored storage. Additional upgrades extend to new air vents and thoughtful functional touches across the home. Outdoors, the north-facing wraparound courtyard has been rejuvenated with painting and landscaping enhancements for privacy, security, and quiet enjoyment. Other premium comforts already found throughout the home include marble floors, a granite kitchen benchtop, a stone-surround open fireplace, Bosch appliances, ducted vacuum, and secure private double-garage access via remote gates, all within a front-of-two position on a tightly held block. Midway between Church Street and Hampton Street, with Brighton Beach at the end of the road and elite schools moments away, this is one of Brighton's rare opportunities to secure a fully upgraded, move-in-ready residence in a blue-chip lifestyle pocket.
Agent: Justin Follett - justin@follettco.com.au - 03 9598 9111
Agent: Lili Huang - Lili@follettco.com.au - 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: 658 m²
Property Type: Vacant Land
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Rare Brighton East Opportunity 658m² (approx.) of Untapped Potential
Description: Positioned in a peaceful and sought-after pocket of Brighton East, 20 Regent Street presents a rare and exciting opportunity to create a bespoke family residence on a perfectly flat 658m² (approx.) allotment. With an impressive 15.24-metre frontage, this cleared parcel of land is ready for immediate construction, offering a blank canvas free of trees or slope, and complete with an existing concrete slab for those seeking to build with ease and confidence. Enjoy the privilege of proximity to some of Melbourne's finest schools, including St Leonard's College, Haileybury, Brighton Secondary College and St Finbar's Primary, all within easy reach. The area's celebrated lifestyle amenities are moments away from the golden sands of Brighton Beach to the boutiques, cafés and dining of Bay Street and Church Street. Middle Brighton and Brighton Beach train stations ensure a seamless city commute, while nearby parks and sporting facilities add to the family appeal. This is an exceptional chance to secure a blue-chip Brighton East address and craft a home that reflects your vision, surrounded by established residences and a vibrant bayside community. A site of this quality and convenience is increasingly rare ready now for the next chapter to begin at 20 Regent Street.
Agent: Matthew Pillios - mpillios@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Agent: Kevin Yim - kyim@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Agent: Melissa Grinter - mgrinter@kayburton.com.au - +61 3 9592 6522
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sold Off Market
Description: Strategically matched with a qualified buyer from within our extensive Marshall White network, this home was sold prior to hitting the market through a discreet and seamless off-market campaign delivering a premium result and complete confidence for both our vendor and purchaser. To discuss how we can achieve the same outcome for you, please contact the listing agent.
Agent: Tas Bartels - Tas.Bartels@marshallwhite.com.au - 03 9822 9999
Agent: Andy Nasr - andy.nasr@marshallwhite.com.au - 0422 029 324
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





















