9/114A Westbury Close
Balaclava, VIC 3183

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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 112,669
- children aged 0–14
- 11,573
- schools
- 23
- parks & libraries
- 43
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 54
Most-listed activities: Soccer, Tennis, Swimming
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
William Street Reserve
William St, Balaclava, Victoria, 3183
302 m straight-line distance
Hewison Reserve
Inkerman St, Balaclava, Victoria, 3183
401 m straight-line distance
St Kilda Public Library
Carlisle St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
617 m straight-line distance
Port Phillip Library Service
Carlisle St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
617 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
Jam Studio Music
Suite 2, Level 1, 118 Chapel St, St Kilda
Australian Yoga Academy
42 Clifton St, Prahran
Pass N Play
., Brighton
SF Ballet
567 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Bonjour Babies (Elsternwick VIC)
560 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick
St kilda baseball club
Hockey Dr, , St Kilda
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

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

Beth Rivkah Ladies College
14-20 Balaclava Road, St Kilda East VIC 3183 Australia

St Kilda Primary School
Brighton Road, St Kilda VIC 3182 Australia

Ripponlea Primary School
25 Carrington Grove, St Kilda East VIC 3183 Australia

Caulfield Grammar School - Caulfield Campus
217 Glen Eira Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183 Australia

Cheder Levi Yitzchok
12 Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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Nearby Properties
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St Kilda East, VIC 3183
Land Size: 580 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Superbly Positioned Solid 60's Single-Level Living
Description: Offered to the market for the first time since construction, this solid brick home on approx. 580 sqm. delivers effortless single-level living in one of the area's most convenient and family-friendly locations. Featuring timeless parquetry flooring, a comfortable sitting room flows through to a spacious living and dining area with a peaceful street outlook. The light filled kitchen is equipped with gas cooking, dishwasher and a dedicated meals zone, making everyday living effortless. Three double bedrooms with built in robes provide excellent accommodation, highlighted by a master bedroom adjoining a large ensuite. Outside, a private backyard soaked in beautiful afternoon sunshine offers a tranquil retreat. Complete with gas ducted heating, reverse cycle a/c (living rooms and master), central bathroom with shower, bath and separate WC, single garage and additional off street parking, it is just moments to Greenmeadows Gardens, local schools, trams, trains and Carlisle Street's vibrant café/shopping precinct.
Agent: Joey Eckstein - jeckstein@wilsonagents.com.au - 0419 419 199
Agent: Abie Munz - amunz@wilsonagents.com.au
Agent: Peter Fein - peter@wilsonagents.com.au - 9528 8888
Elwood, VIC 3184
Property Type: Townhouse
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Designer Tri-Level Living in the Iconic Old Hat Factory
Description: A striking warehouse conversion within the iconic Old Hat Factory, this tri-level town residence delivers a refined industrial aesthetic and a compelling blend of architectural pedigree, contemporary luxury and bayside proximity. Meticulously renovated and professionally interior designed, reflecting uncompromising attention to detail throughout Expansive open-plan living and dining zone enhanced by soaring ceilings Designer kitchen, integrated fridge, dishwasher and pantry Two light-filled mid-level bedrooms appointed with built-in robes Central bathroom showcasing terrazzo look tiling and bespoke finishes Secluded, skylit top-floor bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe Private sunny courtyard doubles as an off-street car space Ground-floor powder room, discreetly concealed European laundry Secure intercom entry, air conditioning and hydronic heating Immediate access to city trams, renowned cafés and gourmet dining Moments to St Kilda Botanical Gardens and the bay's pristine beaches
Agent: Rachael O'Connor - rachaeloconnor@mcgrath.com.au - 9527 5563
Agent: Josh Stirling - joshstirling@mcgrath.com.au - 9527 5563
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Contemporary designer apartment with north-facing courtyard
Description: Discover the perfect blend of style, sophistication & convenience in this stunning two bedroom, two bathroom apartment, tucked in a tranquil pocket yet moments from St Kilda, Chapel Street & Carlisle Street. Set on the ground floor of a boutique, as-new complex, it offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with a north-facing courtyard designed for entertaining. Decked areas, built-in seating & secure enclosures make it ideal for wining, dining or safe play for children & pets. The sleek kitchen is a standout, featuring an Ilve oven, flexi-mixer tapware, streamlined cabinetry & stone finishes. Matte timber floors flow through the glass-walled living areas, while both robed bedrooms are luxuriously carpeted. The main bedroom includes a stylish ensuite, with marble hexagonal feature tiles in both bathrooms. Complete with reverse cycle heating/cooling, Euro laundry, secure intercom, lift access & basement parking with storage cage, this is a lock-up-&-leave lifestyle at its finest. Trams & Balaclava Station are virtually at your doorstep, with the best restaurants, eclectic bars, cafés, specialty bakeries & supermarkets all nearby ideal for the style-conscious seeking effortless modern living.
Agent: Vanessa McGlynn - vanessam@garypeer.com.au - 95261988
Agent: John Tsui-Po - johnt@garypeer.com.au - 0438336456
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, VIC 3182
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: New York attitude at rear of boutique block
Description: Inspections by private appointment. Effortlessly chic and entirely private, quiet and peaceful at the rear of a boutique block, this dual-level loft apartment channels St Kilda's signature energy with a New York state of mind. Two secure car spaces and a distinctive north-west orientation enhance its individuality across two sun-drenched levels, each opening to spacious outdoor areas. Cafés, dining precincts and trams are just steps away. The generous open living and dining areas extend immediately from the entry, offering a fantastic layout for indoor-outdoor entertaining, flowing to a broad balcony with treetop aspects. A streamlined kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample storage enhances the space, while the main bedroom on this level features built-in robes and a full bathroom. Below, the second bedroom, also with robes, opens to a private, wrap-around courtyard garden, providing privacy, greenery, and an extra layer of versatility, accompanied by a powder room. Finishes of hybrid timber upstairs and polished concrete downstairs add to the desirable industrial aesthetic, while split-system heating and cooling, video intercom entry, a Euro laundry, and ample storage complete a city-edge base that's as practical as it is enticing. With Carlisle, Acland, and Chapel Street retail and dining precincts, city-bound transport and the iconic foreshore all minutes away, it's relaxed, secure, social, and unmistakably St Kilda.
Agent: Katie Ryan - katieryan@jelliscraig.com.au - (03) 8644 5500
Agent: Iliass Okaf - iliassokaf@jelliscraig.com.au - (03) 8644 5500
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Elevated Entertainer with Wraparound Terraces and City Views
Description: Proudly positioned on the top floor and framed by expansive, north-facing wraparound terraces, this generously proportioned two-bedroom residence delivers an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle defined by space, light and everyday convenience. Enjoying an elevated entertaining vantage overlooking the city skyline, this home is perfectly situated just off Carlisle Street, placing you just metres from local cafés, transport and parklands. The central domain is an impressive open-plan living and dining zone, where full-height glazing captures an abundance of natural light and opens seamlessly to the surrounding terraces, extending the living space outdoors, further enhancing functionality of the home. A well-appointed kitchen integrates effortlessly with the living zone, offering ample storage solutions, stainless steel appliances, integrated dishwasher, and a breakfast bar, ideal for both everyday use and hosting. Accommodation is thoughtfully zoned for privacy. The generous main bedroom features built-in robes, split system heating/cooling, and direct terrace access, complemented by a second well-sized bedroom with robes. Central to the layout is a spacious bathroom, accompanied by a separate powder room. Additional highlights include two tandem basement car spaces, split system heating/cooling, panel heating, European laundry, and secure intercom entry. Offering a rare combination of scale, outdoor space and lifestyle appeal, this exceptional residence presents a standout opportunity for owner-occupiers and investors alike to secure a top-floor home of comfort, and long-term value in a highly sought-after setting.
Agent: Natalie McAsey - nmcasey@buxton.com.au - 9536 7222
Agent: Liam Gedye - lgedye@buxton.com.au
St Kilda East, VIC 3183
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Bring Your Vision To Life Here
Description: Hidden behind flowering rose bushes in a quiet street lined with heritage homes, this freestanding single-fronted Victorian is alive with character and possibility. It has the bones, the period beauty and the setting, ready for someone imaginative to take it somewhere extraordinary. Step through the arched hallway framed by soaring ceilings and Baltic pine floors that speak to its era. Two generous bedrooms sit at the front, one with the charm of a fireplace, before the home opens to a relaxed living room with another fireplace, and a kitchen awaiting reinvention. A clawfoot bath awaits revival in the bathroom, with laundry taps offering everyday practicality. Out back, a paved courtyard and shed offer the framework for a magical alfresco retreat. There's also scope to extend upward (STCA) and open the rear to light and air, creating a seamless blend of past and present. Moments from Carlisle Street's cafés and bakeries, trams and trains, Alma Park's recreation, Chapel Street's vibrancy and St Kilda Beach, this is your chance to shape a true original into something unforgettable.
Agent: Lee Pellizzer - lpellizzer@hodges.com.au - 03 9529 1100
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Light-Filled Living with Dual Outdoor Retreats in the Heart of Balaclava
Description: Privately positioned at 1/26 The Avenue, Balaclava, this beautifully renovated one-bedroom apartment delivers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity defined by natural light, generous outdoor living and a prized street-front setting. Ideal for owner-occupiers and investors alike, the residence combines modern comfort with a relaxed, low-maintenance design in one of the area's most convenient and tightly held pockets. Bathed in natural light throughout, the apartment showcases a thoughtfully considered layout that maximises space and flow. The inviting living and dining area forms the heart of the home, offering a warm and welcoming environment for everyday living. This space seamlessly extends to a private deck, creating an effortless connection between indoor and outdoor living and providing an ideal setting for entertaining guests, alfresco dining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. The generously proportioned bedroom is equally impressive, filled with natural light and enjoying direct access to its own second private deck. This additional outdoor space enhances privacy and offers a peaceful retreat, adding a rare and highly desirable dimension to apartment living. The well-appointed kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher and ample storage, while the contemporary bathroom is finished with clean lines and modern fittings to complement the home's updated aesthetic. Additional features include tiled floors, reverse cycle air-conditioning for year-round comfort and security intercom entry for added peace of mind. A standout advantage is the direct access to a private car space, a valuable inclusion in this sought-after inner-city location. Perfectly positioned within walking distance of Balaclava Station and the vibrant café, dining and shopping precinct of Carlisle Street, the apartment also offers easy access to public transport and nearby lifestyle amenities. This is a superb opportunity to secure a stylish, low-maintenance home or investment that delivers both comfort and convenience in a highly desirable neighbourhood.
Agent: Rohan White - rwhite@buxton.com.au - 96995155
Agent: Foucauld (Fooko) Jullien - fjullien@buxton.com.au - 0493 676 413
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





















