1/85 Maribyrnong Road, Ascot Vale

This beautifully preserved 1931 bungalow carries its history with quiet confidence. Framed timber panelling, ornate bay windows, cast-iron fireplaces and soaring ceilings celebrate the craftsmanship of the era, while three bedrooms, two updated bathrooms and a generous rear kitchen and dining zone bring everyday practicality. Positioned just moments from Union Road, it sits in a highly walkable Ascot Vale pocket close to shops, trams, trains and river parklands.

Set behind a front lawn and established garden beds, a deep porch shelters the leadlight front door. Inside, a wide central hallway sets the tone with timber panelling, polished floorboards and lofty ceilings.

The main bedroom sits at the front of the home, featuring timber panelling, bay window, ornate fretwork, an arched cast-iron fireplace, two built-in robes and split-system heating and cooling. Two further bedrooms are carpeted with built-in robes and split systems, while one retains its own fireplace and could also serve as a study.

Two fully tiled bathrooms service the accommodation, with the main offering a glass-screened shower, separate bath, vanity and toilet, while the second provides an additional shower, vanity and toilet.

The living room is the home's standout. Detailed timber panelling, carved brackets, an ornate mantel and overmantel mirror frame an arched cast-iron fireplace, while a detailed bay window casts patterned light across the polished floorboards. A broad opening connects the room with the adjoining dining area.

At the rear, the U-shaped kitchen features white cabinetry, dark benchtops, a tiled splashback, glass-fronted display cupboards, gas cooktop, under-bench oven, dishwasher and double sink. The adjoining dining area opens through glazed double doors to an elevated, pergola-covered deck with an outdoor blind, before steps lead down to a paved courtyard and garden beds. A double garage at the rear provides secure parking and direct access to the yard.

A separate laundry, split-system heating and cooling throughout the main rooms, period fireplaces and secure parking for two complete a home that balances original character with modern comfort.

Ascot Vale makes a strong case for staying local. The Union Road strip is at the corner for groceries, coffee and everyday errands, with a tram stop at the same intersection and Ascot Vale Station on the Craigieburn line a short walk on for the run into the city. To the west, the Maribyrnong River trail and Fairbairn Park open up for weekend walking and riding, with Walter Street Reserve closer to hand and the Melbourne Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse to the south; to the north-east, Moonee Ponds' Puckle Street precinct adds another layer of shopping and dining, while Highpoint Shopping Centre handles the bigger lists. Families are zoned to Moonee Ponds West Primary School and Mount Alexander 7-12 College, with several other primary schools and Maribyrnong College also within easy reach.

We donate a portion of our fee from every property transaction to the Woodards Foundation to support people experiencing homelessness, family violence and social isolation.