Street Spotlight: Kidston Street, Ascot

Kidston Street, Ascot – Some Numbers

28 properties, 70% are owner occupied.
Average owner occupier has been living there for 22 years and 9 months.
70% of residents have lived there for 10+ years and 11 months.

Kidston Street in 1936

Some Recent Sales on Kidston Street, Ascot

7 Kidston Street	Sold July 2024	$9.125m	on 1,457 m²
11 Kidston Street	Sold July 2024	$9.125m	on 1,458 m²
10 Kidston Street	Sold Sept 2023	$2,500m	on 620 m²

In 2001, #23, a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house sold for $345,000. The same house today would likely fetch between $3m and $4m.

Bentong at 5 Kidston St is heritage-listed.

Architectural Design: Designed in 1916 by Alexander Brown Wilson, a prominent Brisbane architect, in a composite style with terracotta tile roofing and timber walls.
Historical Figure: The house was built for Roger William Hercules Hawken, a civil engineering professor at the University of Queensland, who later became a key figure in Queensland’s engineering community.
Name Origin: The house was named “Bentong” after a town in the Malay States, reflecting Hawken’s previous work experience there.
Location: Situated in Ascot, Queensland, on Kidston Street, which became a prestigious residential area for academics and professionals in the early 20th century.
Elevated Position: The property is located on Albion Heights (now part of Ascot), offering scenic views of Brisbane’s bay, river, and mountains, which added to its appeal.
Distinct Features: The house is notable for its multi-gabled bungalow design, incorporating features like silky oak paneling, leadlight fanlights, and spacious arched bay windows.
Professional Influence: Hawken was a founding member of the Institute of Engineers, Australia, and contributed significantly to public infrastructure discussions in Brisbane.
Community Landmark: It is recognized for its elegant aesthetic, with a triple-gabled roof, verandahs, and a large garden that reflect sophisticated suburban living.
Family Residence: Hawken and his family lived in Bentong from 1917, making it a significant location in both his personal and professional life.
Heritage Recognition: The property has been listed as a local heritage place since January 1, 2004, for its historical, aesthetic, and associative significance.

Arden at 11 Kidston St is heritage-listed.

Architectural Design: “Arden” was designed in 1912 by Alexander Brown Wilson, a renowned Brisbane architect, showcasing a Federation style with brick walls, a tiled roof, and a stone base.
Original Owner: Built for Percy Leonard Weston, an electrical engineer and lecturer at the University of Queensland, who played a role in early electrical engineering projects in Brisbane.
Elite Location: Situated on Kidston Street, Ascot, a fashionable area known as Albion Heights at the time, which attracted Brisbane’s professional class due to its scenic views and proximity to the city.
Historical Value: The property reflects Ascot’s development as a prestigious residential area in the early 20th century, popular among academics and business professionals.
Federation Style Elements: The two-storey brick residence includes multiple gables, restrained timber detailing, and a prominent chimney, making it a prime example of Federation architecture.
Prominent Residents: Owned by the Hemsley family from 1924 to 1993, who named it “Arden” and frequently hosted social gatherings, adding to its historical social significance.
Contrasting Aesthetics: The house features a striking contrast between its red brick exterior and cream render, enhancing its architectural charm and visibility in the neighborhood.
Engineering Milestones: Weston was instrumental in early electrical installations around Brisbane, including projects for the General Post Office and the Botanic Gardens.
Heritage Listing: Recognized as a place of local heritage significance since 2004 due to its historical, representative, and aesthetic value.
Community Legacy: The property remains an enduring symbol of Brisbane’s early 20th-century architectural and cultural development, linked with influential figures in engineering and architecture.

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Ascot Property Market Oct 2024

The median price of a 3-bedroom house in Ascot in 2024 was $1.91m.
The median price of a 3-bedroom house in Ascot in 2020 was $1.045m.
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN ASCOT SINCE 2020 : $865,000

The median price of a 4-bedroom house in Ascot in 2024 was $2.4m.
The median price of a 4-bedroom house in Ascot in 2020 was $1.45m.
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN ASCOT SINCE 2020 : $950,000

The median price of a 5-bedroom house in Ascot in 2024 was $3.25m.
The median price of a 5-bedroom house in Ascot in 2020 was $2.445m.
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN ASCOT SINCE 2020 : $805,000

The median price of a 2-bedroom unit in Ascot in 2024 was $647,000.
The median price of a 2-bedroom unit in Ascot in 2020 was $400,000.
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN ASCOT SINCE 2020 : $247,000

The median price of a 3-bedroom unit in Ascot in 2024 was $1,107,000.
The median price of a 3-bedroom unit in Ascot in 2020 was $679,000.
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN ASCOT SINCE 2020 : $428,000

Published 4-Nov-2024