September 10, 2025

38 Murphy Street Brighton - James Home Ratings

38 Murphy Street Brighton 

James Home Rating: — 611
Inspected: 27/8/25

 

Position

This is Elwood meets Brighton — you’re close to schools (primary just around the corner), walking distance to the beach, and connected to village-style living. For families wanting a little more space than typical Elwood terraces offer, this is a smart crossover option.

 

Property

A larger family home with plenty of positives, mixed with a few compromises:

  • Upstairs: Plenty of bedrooms, though the stairs are on the narrow side.
  • Car: One car space visible, which is a slight drawback, though a second may be workable. No garage.
  • Yard: Big yard out the back — a rarity in Elwood — with a pool. The pool is older style, so maintenance will be a consideration.
  • Extras: A little gym area/retreat at the rear — great for teenagers or adults.
  • General feel: Solid family accommodation, functional, nothing hidden — “it is what it is.”

 

Buyer Fit

Best suited to families who love Elwood but want more house and land. It works for buyers prioritising:

  • Proximity to schools and beach
  • Outdoor space (big yard, pool)
  • Flexibility for growing families or those who want room for teenagers

Not ideal for downsizers or buyers needing secure garaging.

 

Market & Value

  • Quote: $4.2M
  • Context: At the right price, this property should attract solid interest. It offers more land and accommodation than many Elwood options, even if the finish and amenities (car and pool) aren’t perfect.
  • Summary: A bigger-than-average Elwood property on the Brighton edge. With a strong position, big yard, and good family feel, it should hold appeal for the right buyer group in the $4M+ range.

 


Large family home on the Elwood/Brighton edge. Big yard, pool, multiple bedrooms, one-car space. Quoted $4.2M — strong family option near schools and beach.

      LandImp sqm
4MissouriAvBRIGHTON28/06/2025$4,025,000642$6,269
5ThomsonStBRIGHTON17/03/2025$3,300,000697$4,735
13BrickwoodStBRIGHTON09/11/2024$3,350,000664$5,045
12GrandviewRdBRIGHTON13/09/2024$4,225,000750$5,633
51BrickwoodStBRIGHTON07/09/2024$4,460,000636$7,013

 

There are many opinions of value—but three that really matter: yours, the seller’s, and the market’s. And while only one price will ultimately seal the deal, each number carries a different lens—logic, emotion, positioning. To improve your odds of buying well—not overpaying, not missing out—it helps to understand where the market sits. That’s why we provide a market range, not a single figure. This range reflects agent input, your feedback, peer views, and emotional or practical drivers like living near family or renovation upside. Within it, we define a Control Price—usually the midpoint—your value line for judging overs or unders.

JAMES CONTROL VALUE RANGE CALCULATOR

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