20 Mortimore Street, Bentleigh VIC 3204

3-bedroom, 3-bathroom | 1950s red brick with modern bungalow | 829sqm elevated corner block | Housing Choice Zone 2 in tight Bentleigh market The property offers a rare combination of scale and zoning flexibility that most houses in Bentleigh’s mid-century stock cannot match. The 829sqm lot with Housing Choice Zone 2 overlay signals future subdivision or dual-occupancy potential, which is the primary structural advantage here—not the current dwelling. The three-bathroom configuration for a three-bedroom house suggests the floorplan was reconfigured for modern family living or possible dual-income rental strategy, and the separate bungalow adds genuine multi-generational or income-producing optionality. The elevated position and wide frontage improve natural light and street presence, both of which support resale appeal to families seeking a renovated period home with room to grow. This property suits buyers who want immediate occupancy with a clear medium-term value-add pathway, particularly those comfortable with minor cosmetic updates rather than a full rebuild. The main risk is that the 1950s structure may require significant mechanical and envelope upgrades—roof height and ground elevation data suggest no recent major capital works, and the building coverage at 38% leaves limited rear yard space for extension without losing the bungalow. The 2008 last sale date means the cost base is low, but the current price range sits near the top of the suburb median, leaving little arbitrage unless the zoning is activated. The auction date is fixed, so pre-auction negotiation leverage is limited unless the vendor receives a compelling offer early. The buyer should treat this as a land play with a livable house attached: hold for 5–7 years, then either subdivide or develop to capture the zoning uplift.