Cultural landmark with European flair turns heads in Melbourne’s CBD
An architectural gem in Melbourne’s CBD is on the market for the first time in more than 31 years, and it wouldn’t look out of place on a quiet street in one of Paris’s more exclusive arrondissements.
Stalbridge Chambers, at 443 Little Collins Street, is an eight-storey, heritage-listed office building designed by renowned architects Twentyman & Askew, the duo behind the nearby Block Arcade.
The building stands as one of the city’s five examples of mannerist architecture – a style which was part of Melbourne’s late-19th-century boom and originated in Europe around the 1520s. With its ornate facade, arched windows and finely detailed masonry, it stands out as a hallmark of Melbourne’s sophisticated era of design.
Positioned in the heart of the legal and financial precinct, the property covers 2539 square metres over eight levels and includes 35 boutique office suites and six retail tenancies. It offers a net passing income of $530,000 a year, with a fully leased potential of about $955,000 a year.
“This is a generational opportunity,” says Daniel Wolman of Cushman & Wakefield.
“We’re seeing interest from high-net-worth individuals, family offices, legal practices and boutique funds — groups who understand the value of owning a piece of Melbourne’s cultural and commercial fabric.”
Occupying a prominent corner site with more than 60 metres of combined frontage to Little Collins Street, Bank Place and Roeszler Lane, Stalbridge Chambers is one of the CBD’s most visible buildings.
“The asset’s location is unmatched,” says Stephen Gorman of Gorman Commercial.
“It sits at the intersection of Melbourne’s legal, financial and hospitality districts, surrounded by premium towers, flagship hotels and vibrant laneways. It’s a true cornerstone of the CBD.”
Beyond its architectural significance, the property offers strong occupancy and flexible pathways for value creation, including a boutique hotel conversion, rooftop activation, or potential additional levels.
Stalbridge Chambers is being offered for sale by international expressions of interest, closing on Wednesday, November 26.
