40 Pakenham St, Blackburn is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1955. The property has a land size of 654m2 and floor size of 304m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2022.
Set in the heart of leafy Blackburn just metres from Blacks Walk parkland, this impressively proportioned family residence presents a charming character faade amidst colourful landscaped gardens. Just an easy stroll to Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Station, Box Hill High School and local Laburnum village shopping and cafes, the home offers an exceptional opportunity for growing families in a coveted location.
A wide return verandah greets visitors to the home, while a stunning formal living room showcases a soaring timber paneled cathedral ceiling and bar, and is flooded with abundant natural light through a panoramic north facing bay window. At the rear, an expansive open plan casual living area features a Coonara wood heater, and flows seamlessly out to a sun-drenched alfresco area overlooking a family-friendly lawn framed by leafy established gardens. A generous and light-filled kitchen comprises a gas cooktop, dishwasher, and ample storage and preparation space, adjacent to a separate dining area.
On the ground floor, a master bedroom features a bay window, built-in wardrobes and an ensuite, set alongside a private sitting room, two home offices / additional robed bedrooms, and a central bathroom with a separate bathtub. Secluded within a zoned upper level, three large bedrooms are each equipped with built-in wardrobes, complemented by a central bathroom with separate W/C. On the upper level, an expansive living area includes a separate mezzanine retreat and a private north facing balcony, providing an exceptional layout for larger families, or for harmonious multi-generational living.
The size of Blackburn is approximately 5.9 square kilometres. It has 23 parks covering nearly 12% of total area. The population of Blackburn in 2011 was 12,795 people. By 2016 the population was 13,927 showing a population growth of 8.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Blackburn is 40-49 years. Households in Blackburn are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Blackburn work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 76.7% of the homes in Blackburn were owner-occupied compared with 72.3% in 2016.
Blackburn has 8,447 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Blackburn have seen a 24.71% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 14.87% increase. As at 31 July 2024:
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