83 Fifth Avenue

A picture-book front with Architectural Digest-worthy interiors.

A beautifully preserved Californian Bungalow with soft Federation influence, thoughtfully reimagined for luxurious contemporary family living. Positioned on a leafy, tree-lined street just footsteps from Beaufort Street, this exceptional home blends character, craftsmanship, and modern design with three bedrooms and two bathrooms-complete with a secluded studio/study, a striking architectural extension, and an entertainer’s backyard oasis.

Behind a classic picket fence and enclosed landscaped gardens, the façade is both charming and refined-framed by Little Gem magnolias, agapanthus, and a graceful wisteria at its heart. Timber fretwork and a decorative gable lend timeless street appeal, while the wide tiled verandah offers the perfect vantage to watch the kids play or soak up the peace of its tranquil setting.

Inside, exquisite original details from its c.1920s roots have been beautifully preserved-soaring ceilings adorned with ornate roses and cornices, high skirtings, rich timber floorboards, antique switches, picture rails, and a decorative archway framing the central hallway. The original footprint accommodates the generously proportioned bedrooms and luxuriously finished bathrooms, each thoughtfully restored with care.

From the original footprint, a custom steel archway reveals a spectacular rear extension-architecturally designed for light-filled, open living. Wrapped in generous glazing and dappled with skylights, this space exudes warmth, refinement, and tactile beauty. Polished concrete floors meet Rockcote Clay Décor feature walls, marble-look porcelain detailing, and exposed original brickwork-layering texture and tone in a deeply considered design.

The kitchen is a showpiece in its own right. A reclaimed Jarrah breakfast bar-handcrafted by local artisan Classy Joints-sits proudly against crisp engineered stone, with a brass undermount sink and organic brass tap adding understated luxury. A walk-in pantry and adjoining scullery provide ample storage and concealment for larger appliances, while a recycled window with fluted glass brings softness and charm. Finished with quality Smeg appliances, the space is beautifully appointed for the modern home chef.

Throughout the living zone, custom-built elements enhance both function and form-bouclé window seating with views to the pool, a bespoke timber bookshelf, and a tiled TV plinth, all thoughtfully integrated to create a clean, cohesive aesthetic. Cleverly concealed storage ensures a sense of calm and minimalism throughout.

Glass doors open effortlessly to the rear alfresco, finished in honed marble tiling beneath an insulated ceiling and fan-overlooking tropical gardens and a statement dwarf eucalyptus tree. The salt-chlorinated heated pool is wrapped in sleek fencing and bamboo panelling. With smart landscaping, it’s a true sanctuary away from urban life. A 7.5kW solar system with 5.5kW battery storage adds energy efficiency and long-term sustainability to the home.

The master suite offers a quiet retreat, filled with warmth and detail. VJ panelling forms a subtle bedhead feature, softened by plantation shutters and a sculptural pendant light, while the original ornate fireplace brings a touch of old-world beauty. The adjoining ensuite is a triumph of tone and texture-spotted gum cabinetry with fluted detailing, a Nood Co concrete basin, brushed brass tapware, and terrazzo-look floors all working in harmony beneath a Velux skylight that gives the feeling of bathing beneath the clouds. Cleverly positioned behind the ensuite, the walk-in robe features custom cabinetry designed for both practicality and seamless flow.

The secondary bedrooms are equally generous, each with restored fireplaces detailed in contemporary tiling, and share a magazine-worthy family bathroom. Awash in soft neutrals and gentle pinks, the space is brought to life with handcrafted artisan tiles, a handmade ceramic basin from a local potter, and a standalone bath set beneath a striking skylight. Every element evokes mood, beauty, and ease.

Highlights include:
• Circa.1927 Californian Bungalow with architectural extension
• Designer kitchen with engineered stone benchtops, reclaimed Jarrah breakfast bar, Smeg appliances, and walk-in pantry with scullery
• Laundry with farmhouse trough (ABI Interiors) and drying court access
• Master suite with VJ-panelled bedhead, ornate fireplace, and ensuite with spotted gum vanity, brass tapware, terrazzo-look floors, and Velux skylight
• Two large secondary bedrooms with fireplaces, sharing a bathroom with freestanding bath, artisan tiles, handmade basin, and arched glass shower
• External studio/study with whitewashed brick, feature wallpaper, and French doors
• Living room with bouclé window seat, tiled TV plinth, and timber bookshelf
• Alfresco with honed marble tiles, ceiling fan, and tropical gardens
• Heated salt-chlorinated pool with sleek fencing, bamboo screening, and festoon lighting
• Lock-up garage for additional storage
• Double-glazed glass to rear extension
• Split system air conditioning to bedrooms
• Attic storage and built-in cabinetry throughout
• 7.5kW solar system with 5.5kW battery
• Auto retic to front and rear gardens
•Mount Lawley Primary School and Mount Lawley Senior High School catchment areas
• Water Rates: $1,836.42
• Council Rates: $2,491.19