9 James Street
Box Hill, VIC 3128

Overview

9 James Street, Box Hill VIC 3128

Perfectly positioned in one of Melbourne's fastest growing and most sought-after suburbs, this property offers a rare dual opportunity on a substantial 690 square meter rectangular allotment with an impressive 15.2 meter frontage and 45.3 meter depth. Zoned RGZ1 (Residential Growth Zone Schedule 1), the landholding presents outstanding scope for multi-unit or boutique apartment development, subject to council approval.

The existing residence is neat and functional, comprising three bedrooms, an updated bathroom, a lounge with gas heater, a kitchen equipped with gas cooking, a separate toilet, and a laundry. Additionally, there is a pet-friendly backyard. This setup provides short-term flexibility with potential to lease or renovate while long-term plans are finalized.

Enhancing its appeal, the property benefits from a granted planning permit with endorsed plans for an architecturally designed project of five contemporary triple-storey townhouses (Class 1 dwellings). Each townhouse is thoughtfully planned with a private garage and direct access from a shared driveway, balancing modern living, privacy, and sustainability.

The townhouse design offers consistent layouts: ground floors include garage, storage, and landscaped private open space; first floors feature open-plan kitchen, dining, and living areas extending to private balconies ranging from 9 to 25 square meters; and upper levels accommodate three bedrooms with bathrooms and ensuites. The first townhouse enjoys an additional study and generous front yard. Each home benefits from EV-ready garages, 2500-liter rainwater tanks, double glazing, and energy-efficient lighting. Communal amenities include a shared vegetable garden, compost facilities, and visitor bicycle parking.

Externally, the design respects Box Hill's evolving streetscape with a refined palette of timber cladding, brickwork, and neutral renders, enhanced by louvered balustrades, screen planting, and fencing to ensure both privacy and visual appeal.

The location is unmatched — within walking distance of Box Hill Central, the train station, trams, Surrey Park, Aqualink, restaurants, cafes, and shops. Box Hill Hospital and the Melbourne CBD are also easily accessible, with the CBD under 30 minutes by train. Importantly, the property sits within the prestigious Box Hill High School zone, cementing its desirability for families and investors alike.

9 James Street, Box Hill represents an exceptional blue-chip opportunity: a rare combination of immediate rental or renovation potential, coupled with approved plans for premium townhouse development or boutique apartment development in one of Melbourne's most dynamic growth hubs.

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