5 Jervois Street
St Kilda East, VIC 3183

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Area figures
- schools in St Kilda East
- 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
Alma Park
Alma Rd, St Kilda East, Victoria, 3183
240 m straight-line distance
Hewison Reserve
Inkerman St, Balaclava, Victoria, 3183
316 m straight-line distance
Great Forest National Park
Chapel St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
350 m straight-line distance
Catani Gardens, St Kilda
Marriott St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
620 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
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
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Up to age 2
Mon, 19 Oct · Brighton
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Fri, 6 Mar · Sandringham and Highett
Children's yoga - JEM | 7th Mar-2026 to 17th Apr-2027 💛
Ages 3–12
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Junior Warriors - 8 Course Programe - Kung Fu Force AU | 20th May to 30th Dec-2026
Ages 6–13
What's Nearby
Jam Studio Music
Suite 2, Level 1, 118 Chapel St, St Kilda
Australian Yoga Academy
42 Clifton St, Prahran
St kilda baseball club
Hockey Dr, , St Kilda
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Pass N Play
., Brighton
Bonjour Babies (Elsternwick VIC)
560 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick
Merryl’s Mosaics & Glass Studio
723 Glenhuntly Road , Caulfield
Young Voices of Melbourne
17 Heyington Pl, Toorak
Dance Factory
225 Swan St, Richmond
Nearby Schools

Cheder Levi Yitzchok
12 Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

St Mary's College
11 Westbury Street, St Kilda East VIC 3183 Australia

St Mary's School St Kilda East
214 Dandenong Road, St Kilda East VIC 3183 Australia

Yeshivah College
88 Hotham St, St Kilda East VIC 3183, Australia

St Michael's Grammar School
25 Chapel Street, St Kilda VIC 3182 Australia

Beth Rivkah Ladies College
14-20 Balaclava Road, St Kilda East VIC 3183 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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Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A Delivery of Lifestyle in the 'Post Office Apartments'
Description: Live on the edge of Carlisle Street in this super sized 1 bedroom first floor security apartment. In this boutique redevelopment of the Balaclava Post Office with its traditional brick façade, this lifestyle retreat sits at the back of the block, featuring relaxed open plan living and dining with an impressive kitchen (Franke appliances), a spacious bedroom with walk through robe to the gleaming semi ensuite and a European laundry in the seclusion of the entry. Both the living area and bedroom open to a mod grass terrace that's ideal for casual entertaining and your furry friend. Enjoying lift access, this quiet escape is enhanced with Oak look floors, reverse cycle air conditioning, a ceiling fan, intercom and secure basement parking & storage. In this leafy no through road, a heartbeat to a lively world of cafes, shops, bars, eateries, bakeries, gyms and public transport with trams and trains.
Agent: Dion Besser - dion@besserco.com.au - 03 9531 1000
Agent: Charles Callis - charles@besserco.com.au - 9531 1000
St Kilda, VIC 3182
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Stylish Inner-City Living with Seamless Outdoor Flow
Description: Designed for refined inner-city living, this sophisticated two-bedroom apartment is ideally located in the heart of St Kilda, surrounded by vibrant shops, cafés and restaurants, and within easy walking distance of the beach and excellent public transport, offering seamless indooroutdoor flow and an elevated lifestyle perfect for entertaining. - Expansive private terrace for alfresco entertaining - Light-filled open-plan living and dining - Sleek designer kitchen with stainless appliances - Quality gas cooktop, oven and dishwasher - Generous bedrooms with built-in robes - Reverse-cycle heating and cooling - Secure car space and intercom access
Agent: Rachael O'Connor - rachaeloconnor@mcgrath.com.au - 9527 5563
Agent: Melanie Walden - melaniewalden@mcgrath.com.au - 9527 5563
St Kilda East, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Boutique Ground-Floor Brilliance with a Private Courtyard
Description: Deadline Sale Closing Thursday, 29th January at 12.00pm. Please contact us should you wish to organise a private viewing before this date and time. Quietly set behind a vine-covered exposed brick entrance, within a contemporary boutique complex, this stylish ground-floor apartment is a fitting extension of the building's architectural flair, showcasing refined finishes and thoughtful proportions, in a premier location. Anchored by an expansive open-plan living and dining zone, warm timber flooring and a crisp, neutral palette enhance the home's sense of space. The gourmet kitchen boasts high-quality stainless-steel appliances, dishwasher, gas cooktop, sleek cabinetry, and plenty of storage solutions. The central domain flows effortlessly through glass sliding doors to a large, private courtyard. Framed by raised garden beds and established tropical greenery, this outdoor space provides a serene setting for quiet mornings or weekend entertaining. The thoughtful configuration includes two generously sized bedrooms and a dedicated study nook for those working from home. The main bedroom is complete with a walk-in robe, and a sleek private ensuite. The second bedroom is well-proportioned with built-in robes and is serviced by a stylish central bathroom. Additional features include split-system heating/cooling, European laundry, an underground car space with storage cage, and secure intercom entry. Positioned in one of St Kilda East's most connected pockets, enjoy an array of cafes, dining options, boutiques, and everyday essentials, with Carlisle and Chapel Street precincts, and Orrong Village within walking distance. The leafy expanse of Alma Park is also nearby, whilst excellent transport options, including trams, Balaclava Station, and Windsor Station allow easy access to the CBD and the best of Melbourne's inner-south. This is a rare opportunity to secure a low-maintenance abode that truly has it all.
Agent: Natalie McAsey - nmcasey@buxton.com.au - 9536 7222
Agent: Liam Gedye - lgedye@buxton.com.au
St Kilda East, VIC 3183
Property Type: Development Site
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary:
Description:
Agent: Jerry Yeghichian - jerry@elevennorth.com.au - 1300 353 836
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Art deco charm, modern convenience
Description: This solid-brick art-deco apartment is brimming with period features and graceful charm. Positioned on the ground floor it offers low maintenance living, a sense of privacy and convenience on the doorstep. Ideal for downsizers or first home buyers seeking timeless appeal and the chance to craft your own inner-city retreat. Beyond the secure gated entrance, a welcoming wide foyer sets the tone with high ceilings and picture rails it is central to the flow of the apartment. The two master sized bedrooms are carpeted for comfort and feature large built-in-wardrobes and ceiling fans. The expansive living room has a relaxing ambience and includes a fireplace, while the versatile adjoining dining room could potentially be a home office. The generously sized well equipped kitchen has a Smeg gas cooktop, under bench oven, rangehood and dishwasher, along with abundant storage and ample bench space. There's plenty of room for a breakfast table, while a back door provides direct access to the undercover carpark. The spacious bathroom has a walk-in shower, huge vanity and space for laundry facilities. Additional features include polished timber floorboards, beautiful leadlight windows and plantation shutters throughout. Ceiling fans and reverse cycle air conditioning. Superbly located just a short walk from the cosmopolitan Carlisle Street shopping precinct with its diverse range of shops, cafes and restaurants, it is within easy reach of Balaclava Station and the Hotham Street tram stop. With town house proportions this impressive apartment offers the best of inner city living and is bound to appeal to the discerning buyer. Sean Rice - 0432 551 854
Agent: Sean Rice - srice@woodards.com.au - 03 9519 8333
Agent: Sam Paynter - spaynter@woodards.com.au - 0395198333
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sold off market by Melanie Walden
Description: Sold off market by Melanie Walden
Agent: Melanie Walden - melaniewalden@mcgrath.com.au - 9527 5563
St Kilda, VIC 3182
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Sold Off-Market
Description: This property has been successfully sold off market.
Agent: Anthony Lu - 2443.43689@leaddrop.rexsoftware.com - 03 9829 2900
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Townhouse
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Private, architectural, and brilliantly connected
Description: Set in the award-winning Inkerman & Nelson development, this refined two-bedroom brick townhouse delivers quiet luxury in one of Melbourne's most tightly held neighbourhoods. A collaboration between the design studio MA+Co and developers ICON, the home reflects a thoughtful approach to the use of materials, space, and indoor-outdoor living. From the moment you enter the private front courtyard, the interiors feel settled and calm. Whole-floor living and dining spaces unfold with generosity, enhanced by high ceilings and full-height glazing that draw natural light deep into the room. These spaces transition naturally outdoors to the garden areas designed by Eckersley, allowing the home to adapt with the seasons for indoor and outdoor entertainment. The kitchen, framed by large windows onto the front garden, is contemporary and functional, with Smeg appliances, Carrara marble benchtops and an integrated fridge and freezer together an oversize island bench serving as an additional dining space and holding ample soft-close storage. A solid oak staircase and double height lightwell connects the upper and lower levels, with the two bathrooms and two queen-sized, robed bedrooms positioned upstairs, including the main bedroom suite. Fluted double-glazing, bespoke storage, and a floor to ceiling hallway screen introduce privacy while maintaining light and visual connection throughout. Additional features including reverse-cycle ducted heating/AC, intercom, cedar front gate and security door, full-height bathroom tiling, quality Axminster UK carpets, a European laundry, extensive storage, including a storeroom and secure parking for one. Mere steps from Carlisle Street's cafés and restaurants, Balaclava Station, multiple tram routes, excellent schools, and minutes from St Kilda Beach, this home proves inner-urban living can be as serene as it is connected.
Agent: Katie Ryan - katieryan@jelliscraig.com.au - (03) 8644 5500
Agent: Sam Hobbs - samhobbs@jelliscraig.com.au - 0404 164 444
St Kilda East, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: A GOOD START WITH A RESORT LIFESTYLE
Description: Located in a resort style environment in a sought after pocket of St Kilda East, this one bedroom apartment is a fantastic opportunity for a first home buyer looking to enter the property market or an investor looking to add to their portfolio. Located on the first floor the apartment features, secure intercom entry, a generously proportioned living/dining room served by a functional kitchen with gas cooking as well as a light filled bedroom with built-in robes & ensuite. An amazing bonus is the tennis court, swimming pool and bbq area for all of the residents to enjoy and giving you the feeling you are on a holiday. Other features include a communal laundry & off street parking for one car behind automatic gates. Ideally situated in a prime lifestyle location within walking distance of Alma Park, vibrant Chapel Street & Carlisle Streets shopping & cafes, walking distance to Windsor Railway Station, tram & St Kilda Beach.
Agent: John Kaufman - john@halfapercent.com.au - 95271211





















