51 Mary Street, Highgate WA 6003

One of the first homes built along Mary Street, this beautiful turn-of-the-century residence provides a rare opportunity to secure a landmark home in this coveted location. Synonymous with this prime inner city location, Mary Street has long been considered the most desirable residential stretch in Highgate, given its uninterrupted views of the city skyline, architectural character and impressive tree-lined canopy. Having been elegantly updated and renovated, 51 Mary Street provides a wonderfully liveable home, whilst providing excellent long term potential to extend and add further value to this blue chip property.

SPOTLIGHT

/ One of the first houses built along Mary Street
/ Renovated and updated
/ Project consultants include Philip Griffiths of Griffiths Architects, structural engineer Tore Madafferi and interior design studio Agnew Interiors
/ 413 sqm Green Title block and Zoned Residential R50
/ Large over-sized garage for 1 car plus permits for 3 cars on the street
/ The front facade has been freshly tuck-pointed and heritage mouldings restored
/ New landscaping to the front garden
/ Incredible vantage point looking to the city from the front door through to the expansive city view from the living area and rear deck
/ New solar and acoustic glass windows installed into the original frames and architraves
/ New lighting design includes Vistosi glass pendants throughout and Italian T-track lighting in the living room for art display
/ Reconstructed and renovated bathrooms with high end fixtures and fittings, including Italian honed Carrara marble floors and full height tiles, underfloor heating, heated towel rails, Laufen Swiss Made free standing vanity and undermount sink, Laufen wall hung toilets and inwall cisterns, Laufen freestanding bath, Grohe showers and Milli tapware
/ Daikin multi-split inverter reverse cycle aircon with individual control to all areas
/ 100% pure wool carpets
/ New Fisher & Paykel 900 wide induction cooktop and oven, Smeg Dishwasher, Hafele corner storage to kitchen

Recently restored, 51 Mary Street has undergone a tasteful renovation, breathing new life into this standout home. Having enlisted advice from heritage architect Philip Griffiths of Griffiths Architects, structural engineer Tore Madafferi and interior design studio Agnew Interiors, the owners commenced their journey in 2022 to update the residence in key areas, ensuring each choice was complementary to the original fabric of the home whilst attending to the needs of the modern day.

Removing the 1980's plaster render, the front exterior has been reinstated to feature stunning tuckpointing and a restoration of the original mouldings. Victorian style fencing and a contemporary gate wraps the residence, whilst new landscaping provides elegant greenery to the front garden alongside new paving and a revitalised street-facing verandah.

Beyond the front door lies a view that is in every way, utterly breathtaking. The city skyline reveals itself from the moment you walk in, and which only continues to expand as you make your way down the hallway. An ever evolving view, the day time canvas affirms a sense of proximity to the dynamics and hustle of the city, whilst as the sun sets and night falls, the magic and the glow of the city lights captivate, presenting what is the quintessential Perth City view and the romanticism that comes along with it.

Under the watchful eye of Agnew Interiors, the interior has been given a significant upgrade throughout. Original character details have been restored and enhanced, whilst a brand new lighting design sets the stage. Artful attention has been given to the colour scheme and the fixtures and fittings throughout, whilst both bathrooms have been completely renovated.

With its high vaulted ceiling, timber beams and exposed bricks, the open plan living and dining area creates wonderful scale and a warm and welcoming place to unwind. Timber framed doors open out to the large timber deck, allowing you to take full advantage of this envious view. Whether you entertain inside or out, your vantage point continues to impress. A pot belly fireplace and a Daikin multi-split inverter reverse cycle air conditioning system ensures comfort year round.

With quality appliances and a monochromatic colour scheme, the kitchen features a new Fisher & Paykel 900 wide induction cooktop and oven, a Smeg Dishwasher, Hafele corner storage, under bench and pantry storage.

When it comes to resting and luxuriating, the main bedrooms and bathrooms are designed to exceed expectations, whilst delicately restoring original details. A new ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe were incorporated into the main bedroom, creating a stunning and well appointed suite. Complete renovations, the new bathrooms entailed new construction of walls, floors and internal plumbing fixtures. Italian honed Carrara marble floors and full height tiles line the spaces, whilst underfloor heating and heated towel rails add further luxury. Laufen wall hung toilets and in-wall cisterns are complemented by Grohe and Milli tapware, whilst a Laufen freestanding bath takes pride of place in the ensuite. A well detailed walk-in-robe has been designed into the main bedroom and the second bedroom features new built-in robes.

A third bedroom or home office enjoys a direct view to the city and is a wonderful space to house a guest bedroom or work from home.

With its brick archways and moody atmosphere, the downstairs undercroft is a welcome surprise. A versatile space which could be used for creative outlets and for entertaining, this is an area that provides incredible versatility and potential to further evolve the design. A gymnasium and large storeroom sit to the back of the space, whilst a third bathroom and separate laundry provide convenience.

With direct access to the rear lane, you'll enjoy off-street parking for one vehicle in the large over-sized garage. A large shed sits adjacent and makes