11 Norwood St, Toowong.
A piece of Brisbane’s architectural heritage is set to change hands for only the second time since 1940.
Set on an 814 sqm double corner block at 11 Norwood St, Toowong, the palatial residence blends Victorian-era grandeur with contemporary family living.
Ray White Toowong selling principal Reuben Packer-Hill is marketing the six-bedroom seven-bathroom property via expressions of interest.
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
First built circa 1880 and extended with two architect-designed additions, the property has been lovingly maintained by the Armstrong family for more than eight decades.
Vendors William and Elizabeth Armstrong said the home had been the heart of their family for 46 years.
“It’s where generations have grown up, celebrated milestones, and created countless memories,” Mr Armstrong said.
“We hope the next family will cherish it as much as we have.”
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The vandalised home is on the market for $1.5 million.
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
The home features a latticed porch, and inside there are soaring ceilings adorned with ornate plasterwork, elegant chandeliers, and polished timber floors.
The floorplan provides versatility for modern family life, offering multiple living areas including a sitting room, dining room, library, and casual leisure spaces.
A veranda with city skyline views overlooks the swimming pool.
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
Mr Armstrong said the property’s innovative ‘east wing’ provided separation for extended family, teenagers, or guests, opening directly onto the poolside patio.
With five bedrooms — each with an ensuite — and seven bathrooms, the home can accommodate large or multi-generational families.
Mr Armstrong inherited the property from his great uncle in 1969.
“My uncle bought it from a doctor who lived and practised at the property,” he said.
“When I inherited it, the place was rented out to about seven or eight people at the time.”
11 Norwood St, Toowong.
Mr Armstrong, who has three children and five grandchildren, said he loved the position of the property.
“There’s lots of vegetation around here and it’s like we are living in the country looking at the city.
“The grand kids call it the ‘pool house’.”
He said as much as he and his wife would love to stay, it was time to move on.
“We have so many lovely memories here, however if we stayed I would have to put in a lift as my hip and two knees are not good,” he said.
PropTrack data reveals the median house price in Toowong is $1.81m, up 13.1 per cent over 12 months.
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