4/140 Head 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
Lewis Reserve
Cochrane St, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
146 m straight-line distance
Kamesburg Gardens
North Rd, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
647 m straight-line distance
Elsternwick Park
Bent Ave, Brighton, Victoria, 3186
767 m straight-line distance
Freycinet National Park Tasmania
Clarence St, Elsternwick, Victoria, 3185
868 m straight-line distance
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Kids' Activities per Child: Australia's Best- and Thinnest-Covered Council Areas (2026)
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., Brighton
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
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560 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick
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723 Glenhuntly Road , Caulfield
Theatre De La DanSe
15 Male St, Brighton
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Nearby Schools

Elsternwick Primary School
Murphy Street, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia

Star of the Sea College
74 - 80 Martin Street, Gardenvale VIC 3186 Australia
Divrei Emineh
453 New Street, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia
St James Catholic Primary School - Brighton
6 St James Close, Brighton VIC 3186 Australia
St. James Catholic Primary School
6 St James Cl, Gardenvale VIC 3185 Australia

Leibler Yavneh College
2 Nagle Ave, Elsternwick VIC 3185 Australia
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Elsternwick, VIC 3185
Land Size: 511 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Triumph of Sublime Style and Quality Craftsmanship
Description: Architecturally reimagined from top to bottom, this solid red brick Edwardian home is a triumph of sublime style and quality craftsmanship. The beautiful period facade with lead-light windows, tuck-pointing and tessellated-tiled porch entrance, welcomes you into a stunning central sky-lit hallway. With rooms running off either side, the impressive hallway opens out into an expansive open plan living space encompassing kitchen, dining and lounge with 3-metre high ceilings, a magnificent feature brick fireplace, and floor to ceiling double-glazed windows and sliding doors offering vast sky views. The sophisticated kitchen is a perfectly appointed entertainer's dream, ideally positioned to service both indoor and outdoor dining occasions. Venture outside to the elevated alfresco area overlooking private, beautifully landscaped gardens and a fully tiled, solar heated pool enjoying prime afternoon sun. Head upstairs to discover a centralised lounge/retreat area separating two fabulous bedrooms equipped with their own private ensuites and walk-in robes. Expansive windows offer far reaching views with privacy provided by external motorised louvres, remote operated independently for each room. Positioned in an enviable park-side location at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and just a short walk to Martin St. and Gardenvale Station this outstanding home is the complete package - character, style, and tranquility. 4 generous bedrooms plus large study/5th bedroom 4 stunning bathrooms all with hydronic heated towel rails Master bedroom with dressing room and oversized luxurious ensuite Private upstairs lounge/rumpus area/teen retreat Stylish formal front living/sitting room with period gas fireplace and glass steel-framed doors Superb open plan living with 3-metre high ceilings, feature brick gas log fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling double glazed windows & sliding doors Stunning kitchen with stone benchtops and island bench, double ovens, induction cooking, butler's pantry, full-size built-in Vintec wine fridge, and extensive custom joinery Functionally designed laundry and a mud room with separate entrance from carport Covered alfresco entertaining area with built-in mains gas supply BBQ Private landscaped gardens and fully glass-mosaic tiled, solar electric-heat-pump heated pool European oak floorboards and 100% wool loop-pile carpet throughout External remote-operated motorised louvres to second level windows with additional internal block-out blinds Hydronic heating and A/C Solar panels Fully re-wired with 3-phase power & fully re-plumbed Carport with provision for EV charger, secure off street parking for 3 cars behind automated gate, and front security camera surveillance system Abundant storage including large, fully-lined attic with easy pull-down steps access Two outside storage sheds/workshops Land size 511sqm approx.
Agent: Daniel Ashton - dashton@bigginscott.com.au - 0408 078 515
Agent: Bill Stavrakis - bstavrakis@bigginscott.com.au - 03 9524 8444
Agent: Bridget Canning - bcanning@bigginscott.com.au
Elsternwick, VIC 3185
Land Size: 578 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Victorian Elegance Meets Contemporary Luxury.
Description: Victorian Elegance Meets Contemporary Luxury. Step into a rare fusion of heritage charm and modern sophistication. This impeccably reimagined 3 to 4 bedroom residence offers a lifestyle of effortless refinement. Set on a prime north-facing corner allotment of approx. 578m², this coveted Elsternwick address places you within a short stroll of vibrant cafés, boutique shops, transport, parks, and leading schoolseverything at your fingertips. Whether hosting poolside gatherings or enjoying quiet evenings by the fireplace, this home adapts to every season and mood. Master suite with luxury private ensuite & walk-in robe 3 additional bedrooms - 1 ideal as a home office or guest retreat Striking open-plan kitchen with walk-in pantry, flowing to dining & living Elegant lounge/sitting room opening to alfresco entertaining Family bathroom & separate laundry, Heating/Cooling/Ceiling Fans Landscaped gardens, entertainer's deck & solar-heated saltwater pool R/C off-street parking for two, Security entry This is more than a home, it's a benchmark of refined living. Buyers will be drawn to the seamless blend of period architecture and contemporary flow, the generous outdoor entertaining zones, and the unbeatable location. Perfect for families, professionals, or downsizers seeking timeless style with modern ease.
Agent: Angelos Stefanis - astefanis@bigginscott.com.au - 03 9524 8404
Agent: Farida Amiry - famiry@bigginscott.com.au - 0404606339
Brighton, VIC 3186
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Single level Edwardian beauty on the village edge
Description: Full of colour and character, this gorgeous four bedroom two bathroom single level Edwardian spills into the most blissful north facing rear garden. Setting the tone with its pale pink façade and turquoise entry door, this heartwarming home enjoys an engaging lounge with fireplace and library, three defined bedrooms with wardrobes including the main with refined ensuite, a desirable fourth bedroom with robes, shelving and fireplace making it multipurpose, a subway tiled bathroom/laundry and an eye catching checkered floor in the open plan family living/dining area with tasteful kitchen featuring an Ilve 900mm stove. Two sets of French doors open to a raised entertaining deck with vine draped pergola, festoon lights and a beautiful lawn beyond with a second alfresco space within the groomed privacy of the rear garden. Charmed with Baltic pine floors, Red pine doors, library ladders, vogue lighting and full height linen sheers that emphasize the 3.3m approx. ceilings, this irresistible abode is complete with zoned ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, split system air conditioning, a storage attic, a garden shed and dual driveway parking. An exciting position, on the edge of the Martin Street Village café scene, dining delights, wine bars and city train, so close to Star of the Sea College, St James Catholic Parish Primary School and Kamesburgh Gardens, while moments to Elsternwick Park, Brighton's elite schools and celebrated beaches. Note: zoned for Elsternwick Primary School and Elwood College.
Agent: Danielle Harvey - danielleharvey@jelliscraig.com.au - 9194 1200
Agent: Allen Sun - AllenSun@jelliscraig.com.au - 03 9194 1200
Brighton, VIC 3186
Land Size: 457 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Street Fronted Street Facing, A Family Escape with Blue-Ribbon Connectivity
Description: With a leafy frontage hinting at an idyllic family lifestyle, and a curated layout skillfully negotiating the balance between elegance and comfort, this three-bedroom residence (with no common shared land) elevates the everyday with a premier position steps from Bay Street shopping district and North Brighton Station. Characterised by formal simplicity and a low-maintenance ethic, north-facing living zones are awash in natural light and offer scenic vistas onto bordering gardens. Outside, extensive decking flatters the outdoor entertainer, with a retractable awning and a tall garden wall creating a sense of enclosure and privacy. Cleverly zoned away from the main living areas, accommodation comprises a main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite, two additional bedrooms with built-in robes, and a family bathroom. With carpeted bedrooms, ceiling fans, ducted heating, and split-system cooling, features include timber flooring, shed, roller-door carport, and secure off-street parking. Properties in this corner of Brighton are highly sought-after, and for obvious reasons. Mere paces from both North Brighton and Gardenvale shopping districts, and within walking distance of Elsternwick Park, Landcox Park, and North Road foreshore; families are privileged with quick connections to the elite eastern private school belt.
Agent: Max Martinucci - max.m@obrienrealestate.com.au - 03 9088 8608
Agent: Hendrik Giam - hendrik.g@obrienrealestate.com.au - 03 9088 8608
Brighton, VIC 3186
Land Size: 620 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Timeless Coastal Elegance in a Premier Brighton Pocket
Description: Perfectly positioned in one of Brighton's most sought-after pockets, just moments from the shoreline, this stunning single-level residence delivers the ideal blend of luxury, lifestyle and location. Set on a generous 620 sqm (approx.) block, the home has been meticulously transformed to showcase contemporary elegance and effortless functionality. A grand entrance foyer sets the tone for the sophisticated interiors, flowing into a spacious formal living and dining zone with floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light. At its heart, a striking rare-stone kitchen takes centre stage, appointed with high-end Gaggenau appliances and refined detailing, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A secondary family area opens seamlessly through full-height sliding doors to a beautifully landscaped rear garden, complete with a north-facing timber deck and a tranquil grassy retreat shaded by a majestic Ginkgo tree. Accommodation is generous, with three spacious bedrooms featuring built-in robes, including a luxurious master suite with a private ensuite. A showstopping main bathroom and a marble-finished laundry with an additional shower and WC add to the home's considered design. With secure off-street parking for up to six vehicles behind automated sliding gates, this home pairs convenience with exclusivity. Located within walking distance of Brighton Beach, North Road cafés, boutique restaurants, public transport and elite schools such as Firbank Grammar, Brighton Grammar and Star of the Sea College, this residence captures the very essence of Brighton's golden coastal lifestyle - timeless, refined and effortlessly elegant. Disclaimer: We have in preparing this document used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained in this document is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements in this document. The fixtures, fittings, appliances and services have not been tested and no guarantee as to their functionality or efficiency can be provided. Distances and timings are approximate. Prospective purchasers should independently verify the information contained in this document and refer to the due diligence check-list provided by Consumer Affairs. Click on the link for a copy of the due diligence check-list: http://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/duediligencechecklist
Agent: Eric Li - eric@llcre.com.au - 03 9888 3169
Agent: Masud Waheed - masud@llcre.com.au - 0398883169
Brighton, VIC 3186
Land Size: 776 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: 776sqm RenovatIon or New Home Site Subject to Council Approval (STCA) Opportunity
Description: Iconic in design and timeless in its appeal, this impeccable one-owner Lewis Coote designed home presents buyers with the rare opportunity to procure a pristine & intact mid-century marvel - and one where a practical alfresco-focused floorplan, exquisite original details and family comfort converge in perfect harmony. Lovingly maintained by its vendor since 1969 and now ready for its next lucky custodians, the home on a deep 776sqm (approx) allotment comprises a sunken lounge with courtyard outlooks, a sunny family room and an amazing original kitchen where a built-in table and stunning turquoise tiled splash-back are reminders of a wonderfully retro bygone era. The primary bedroom with ensuite and wardrobes is peacefully positioned at the front of the home while two more are separately zoned and share a family bathroom and separate WC. Outside, there are areas to dine, relax and play - along with side access, shedding and carport parking. Enhanced by floor-to-ceiling glass, exposed brick and warm timber accents, the home also enjoys the comfort of ducted heating and split system heating/cooling. Martin Street shops and Gardenvale station are within easy reach, and this blue-chip Brighton address is just moments to the suburb's beautiful beaches, parks, leading private & public schooling options and both Church & Bay streets for effortless dinners and retail therapy. At a glance · Lewis Coote designed 1969 home, brimming with mid-century appeal. · Alfresco focused living areas, exquisite original details & a premier address. · Sunken lounge, family room and wonderfully retro kitchen. · Peaceful primary bedroom with ensuite and wardrobes. · Deep 776sqm (approx.) allotment. · Ducted heating, split system heating/cooling and carport parking. Property Code: 3371
Agent: Nick Johnstone - nick@nickjohnstone.com.au - 0414 276 871
Agent: Jonty Wells - jonty@nickjohnstone.com.au - 0418 800 093
Agent: Marty Pask - marty@nickjohnstone.com.au
Elsternwick, VIC 3185
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Village Living with Modern Ease
Description: There's a quiet confidence to this apartment the kind you feel the moment you arrive. Set within the acclaimed Elk Building, this one-bedroom residence offers a sense of calm, privacy and modern ease that's increasingly hard to find in inner-bay living. Natural light pours through expansive windows, softening the interiors and drawing your eye outward to leafy streetscapes and open sky. The living space feels balanced and intuitive, with warm timber flooring underfoot and clean architectural lines that create an immediate sense of order and clarity. This is a home that allows your mind to slow down a place where daily life feels lighter and more intentional. The kitchen is both refined and practical, seamlessly integrated into the living zone. Crisp cabinetry, contrasting textures and quality appliances create a space that feels composed yet welcoming. Whether you're preparing a quiet meal at the end of the day or hosting friends for an easy evening in, the kitchen supports the rhythm of real living rather than demanding attention. Glass doors extend the interior to a generous balcony a genuine outdoor retreat rather than an afterthought. Here, mornings begin with coffee in the sun and evenings wind down with fresh air and quiet perspective. The outlook is open, green and calming, reinforcing the sense that this apartment is as much about wellbeing as it is about design. The bedroom is a sanctuary. Generous in scale, filled with natural light and thoughtfully positioned away from the living zone, it offers privacy and rest in equal measure. This is a room designed for deep sleep and slow mornings a space that grounds you at the end of each day. The bathroom continues the apartment's clean, contemporary aesthetic, finished with elegant surfaces and a sense of understated luxury. Beyond the apartment itself, the Elk Building delivers a sense of quality and permanence. Secure entry, lift access, basement parking and storage provide reassurance, while shared rooftop spaces invite connection, fresh air and elevated views a place to gather, reflect or simply enjoy the surroundings. Positioned in the heart of Elsternwick, you're moments from cafés, transport, parks and village life, yet removed enough to feel genuinely at home. This is not an apartment that tries to impress loudly. Instead, it earns trust quietly through design, comfort and a lifestyle that simply works. A home that feels right. A place to settle, recharge and belong. Booking an inspection is essential. Register your details to receive instant confirmations, updates, and reminders.
Agent: Claudio Zanelli - claudio.3@motion-property.in.boxdice.com.au - 0476 623 111
Brighton, VIC 3186
Land Size: 532 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Family-Sized Edwardian in a Prized Family Pocket
Description: Fall in love with the generous period proportions and sun-drenched garden surrounds of this beautifully presented Edwardian residence, superbly positioned just 400 metres from Elsternwick Primary School, near village shops, public transport and leafy parkland. Quietly tucked away in a tree-lined cul-de-sac, this prized North Brighton address delivers an outstanding family lifestyle in a tightly held neighbourhood. Thoughtfully updated for contemporary comfort while celebrating its original character, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom home reveals a charming façade adorned with timber fretwork and a leadlight entry. A wide central hallway rises beneath soaring 3.3-metre ceilings, complemented by newly sanded Baltic pine floorboards that bring a fresh, modern feel to the classic interiors. At the rear, a light-filled extension offers a vast living and dining zone anchored by a stylish open-plan kitchen with quality appliances, newly tiled splashback, dishwasher and double pantry. French doors extend outdoors to a sunlit entertaining deck, tranquil water feature and a deep, north-westerly facing garden, an idyllic setting for a growing family and relaxed gatherings. Adding rare appeal is a freestanding remote double garage with rear lane access, an exceptional asset in this sought after locale. Accommodation is equally impressive, with four oversized bedrooms, three featuring built-in robes. The fourth bedroom offers flexibility as a fire-warmed sitting room or generous home office. The serene main suite overlooks the garden and features an open fireplace, walk-in robe and a sparkling ensuite. A pristine family bathroom, separate WC, large laundry, ducted heating and reverse-cycle air conditioning in the living zone complete this inviting family package. Lovingly held by just two owners since its construction in 1919, this is your chance to secure a 532sqm (approx) property rich in history and future promise. Enjoy easy walking access to Elsternwick Park, Martin Street Village, cafés, restaurants, train and tram services, esteemed schools and Brighton's iconic beachfront, all just moments away. A truly special place to call home and create lasting family memories. For more information about this charming family home please contact Stefan Whiting at Buxton Brighton on 0411 473 153.
Agent: Stefan Whiting - swhiting@buxton.com.au - 03 9592 8000
Agent: Kym Williams - kwilliams@buxton.com.au - 0395928000
Elsternwick, VIC 3185
Land Size: 625 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: 'Devonlea' - A Dreamy Californian
Description: Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully renovated and extended Californian Bungalow masterfully blends timeless period detail with contemporary luxury. A wide central hallway greets you upon entry and leads past the original front rooms with glorious period detail and through to the captivating, light-filled, sunken living area. Push back the full-wall of stacking glass doors to discovery a tranquil landscaped rear garden, complete with wrap-around deck and Jacuzzi. The superbly renovated kitchen overlooks the dining area with period fireplace and features stone tops, Miele oven and a walk-in pantry. The master suite exudes elegance with a dressing room and hotel-style ensuite featuring a freestanding stone bath, while the children's wing offers two double bedrooms each with private ensuites. Upstairs; the 4th bedroom/home office exudes a charming, rustic feel and has been cleverly built into the roof line. Set on a wonderfully landscaped, garden allotment of 625sqm approx. the property is ideally positioned in a within easy walking distance of vibrant Elsternwick village and trendy Martin Street village, Gardenvale train station and Gardenvale Park. 4 bedrooms or 3 plus home office/retreat 3 bathrooms plus guest powder room Stunning master suite with dressing room and ensuite with freestanding stone bath Formal living room, decorative ceilings, lead light windows Superb kitchen, stone tops, Miele oven, dishwasher, walk-in pantry Dining area with period fireplace Sunken living area, full-wall glass stacking doors Wrap-around deck, jacuzzi Hydronic heating, air conditioning and evaporative cooling Tandem double carport plus additional off-street parking, auto-roller door and gate Excellent land - 625sqm approx.
Agent: Daniel Ashton - dashton@bigginscott.com.au - 0408 078 515
Agent: Bill Stavrakis - bstavrakis@bigginscott.com.au - 03 9524 8444





















