The home has considerable presence and retains strong original Victorian detail, including high ceilings, fireplaces, polished floors and balcony ironwork. Its unusually generous proportions are a major advantage, with the upstairs living area capable of being converted back into additional bedrooms or developed as a substantial parental retreat. The large first-floor terrace and rear garden also give the property more outdoor amenity than many comparable Carlton North terraces.
The key consideration is condition. While extremely liveable, the kitchen and bathrooms are dated and buyers at this level may ultimately undertake a substantial renovation. Relevant evidence should therefore focus on larger period homes rather than smaller turnkey terraces. 673 Canning Street, a 4-bedroom home on approximately 214m², sold for $3.10m in 2025, while 624 Drummond Street, offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms on approximately 251m², sold for $2.60m. Against those transactions, the $3.2m–$3.5m guide places a meaningful premium on Amess Street’s width, scale, flexibility and rarity. Quote seems high!
- Rare wide Victorian terrace
- Flexible 4–5 bedroom accommodation
- Excellent Carlton North lifestyle position
- Dated throughout
- No parking
- Renovation costs
Buyers Agent
