Thinking of buying a property in Stirling Crescent Glen Waverley, 3150 or Skye Court Glen Waverley 3150?
There is something you should know…
A note from the neighbours about the Covenant…
THE BEST STREETS IN GLEN WAVERLEY
Stirling Crescent Glen Waverley & Skye Court Glen Waverley, 3150
Stirling Crescent & Skye Court in Glen Waverley, 3150, are often considered two of the finest streets in the suburb. High up on the hill, with sweeping views, generous blocks, beautiful architecture, and birdsong greeting you every morning and evening. If you’re thinking about buying a home here, there are a few things you might like to know first.
Who We Are...
We’re a small group of residents from Stirling Crescent and Skye Court. We’re not affiliated with any real estate or legal entity – just neighbours who value transparency. Our aim is to make sure anyone buying here understands that there is a covenant that protects the character and appeal of our cul-de-sac.
This page is purely informational and reflects the community’s shared appreciation of the area’s planning heritage.
What is a Covenant?
The covenant itself appears as a small paragraph buried in the Section 32 statement of a contract of sale, so if your real estate agent or conveyancer don’t flag it, it’s easy to miss. A covenant is a legal agreement attached to the land. The covenant here was first put in place by Alan Percival Launder, the original proprietor of the estate. It “runs with the land,” meaning it binds all future owners.
When the hill was first subdivided, Mr. Launder understood that a formal agreement between neighbours was needed to preserve the views, scale, and character of the area for everyone.
An example from one of the titles on the street states that landowners will:
“Not erect on the said lot hereby transferred any building other than a single brick or brick-veneer dwelling house, the main floor of which shall not be more than two feet above the natural level of the ground at the highest point covered by such floor, and such dwelling-house shall have only one storey above such floor. And it is requested that this covenant shall be set out as an encumbrance on the Certificate of Title to the land hereby transferred and shall run with the land.”
This is general information only, buyers should seek independent legal advice.
The covenant is legally binding. It’s a promise made by the buyer when they purchase the property, to other owners, that they agree to certain rules that ensure a continued character of the street.
Over the decades, many owners have worked to uphold and preserve the covenant. It is what it is today, only because of their commitment to preserving it.
There’s no problem with new builds per se, just that newcomers should know exactly what the covenant defines, so to protect and preserve everyone’s investment over time. This is general information only, buyers should seek independent legal advice.
Why the Covenant is Often Overlooked
We’ve noticed that when properties in the area go up for sale, the covenant is not always disclosed, or if it is, it’s sometimes dismissed as being easy to get around. This is not accurate: it is legally binding, and ignoring it can lead to disputes. When the covenant isn’t clearly explained, whether by oversight or assumption, it can result in sales to developers or builders unaware of its effect, and can cause unnecessary conflict. It’s also a missed opportunity, because the covenant is actually one of the area’s greatest strengths, appealing to buyers who value privacy, space, and long-term character.
Ultimately the community are left to bear the consequences after the sale is settled and done. Buyers who may try to build beyond what’s permitted are often disappointed when they discover the covenant’s limits, neighbours are angry when their views or space are threatened or compromised, and legal disputes can arise; a poor way to start a neighbourly relationship.
Transparency from the outset benefits everyone
It’s time to switch the balance and instead of relying on agents and sellers to disclose its presence, we hope that leaving this here on the interwebs, and pointing out its existence might prevent unnecessary quarrels, and actually attract enthusiastic buyers who understand its priceless and exclusive value. It’s a premium shield, a built-in assurance that the estate will maintain its privacy, views, and aesthetic integrity.
The Value of the Covenant
If you’re a discerning purchaser looking for a haven (safe from crowding, overdevelopment, and congestion), this covenant gives you that status and rarity, of belonging to a select group of not having to compromise the view, land size, height or environment. Its value is deeply emotional and enduring. You’re not buying just a house (even though they are luxurious!). You’re buying long-term protection and custodianship of your home’s character and surroundings: the trees, the view, the light, the birds, and the space in a non rural area. For you, your children, and your grandchildren.
This is general information only, buyers should seek independent legal advice.
This covenant isn’t a burden; it’s the very thing that preserves exactly what makes this hill, and every single block of land on it, exceptional. This is also why prices increase as you go up the hill on the high side of Stirling Crescent and Skye Court; everyone is protected by the covenant ensuring the multimillion-dollar views can’t be built out.
Decreased supply increases value
Blocks over 1,000 m² are now a rarity. They are a luxury almost lost in modern Glen Waverley. Everyone who buys in should understand its value, and see it as an advantage, not something to be dismantled. Because supply is limited and protected, it’s what gives Stirling Crescent and Skye Court their quiet prestige. As density rises and blocks in surrounding areas fill in and up, the covenant becomes a gift, protecting the generosity of land from encroaching development and slow erosion of space and scale. Look at what’s happened just around the corner near The Glen, and compare. There used to be trees, there used to be space. Now lots of little boxes in multi-storey builds and the quiet character of the neighbourhood that once was has been replaced by congestion and noise. The grand McMansions that have been built there, in the multimillion dollar price brackets are on blocks half the size of what Stirling and Skye can offer. And with no view to boast about. Our hill really has a secret advantage with all the space, aspect and scale.
Preserving Character and Quality
Perhaps this is one of the reasons you’re considering buying here. Because you like the character of the neighbourhood. Please consider that it only looks this way though, because of the custodians who protected it over time. Also worth flagging, there are a number of coveted mid-20th century timeless ‘Rolls Royce’ and ‘Mercedes’ homes in this pocket. These ‘houses of Waverley’ are considered top-of-the-range private homes, some built by renowned builder, Mackevicius. They set a standard of excellence in construction and attention to detail in finish. Don’t mistake age for obsolescence. Homes in suburbs like Camberwell or Hawthorn may be old, but they are prized. Similarly, these mid-century Glen Waverley masterbuilds were constructed with a depth of quality that is unsurpassed. Unfortunately we’ve lost a few of them to rebuilds, but the ones that remain are more precious for it. They exude craftsmanship, character, and timeless appeal that modern homes don’t always match. Glen Waverley has become a sea of faux French Provincials – glossy, grand, and forgettable. The homes that still turn the experts’ heads are the rare originals: solid, enduring, and steeped in that timeless mid-century modern warmth.
In a market flooded with rendered lightweight, cookie-cutter construction, finding a property like this, with its own individual style and design excellence, is increasingly rare. Discerning buyers know a diamond when they see one.
Multi-Storey Homes Explained
You might be wondering though… if the covenant says one storey, then how come so many houses on the street look like they have multiple storeys? Great question! It’s about the slope of the land. Stirling Crescent and Skye Court sit on a hill. If you look at a given block of land, and find it’s highest point, there will only be a single storey above that. But they often include a basement or lower level underneath going down the hill. Picture standing on Stirling Crescent, for example, and look up the hill, these homes can appear multi-storey from this perspective, but technically, they only have one storey at the highest point, with basements underneath. 10 Stirling Crescent Glen Waverley, 3150 is a great example of this. You can see that it appears to be a two storey, but technically it is only one storey with a lower level. Here are the pictures below. One storey above the high point, with a basement that makes it look two storey from the street. It’s a subtle but important nuance, and one that’s often misunderstood. The covenant ensures you cannot build higher than one storey at the highest point covered by the floor.
Protecting What Makes It Special,
Over the decades, many owners have spent considerable time and money to protect this covenant and preserve the area’s character. That’s why these large blocks – the very thing that attracts many people to the street – still exist.
So, before you buy thinking you’ll be free to build multiple storeys to any height, or if an agent suggests the covenant can be easily ignored, and that you can develop townhouses on these large blocks, please take a moment to understand that this is just sales puff and the reality is very different.
This is how Stirling Crescent and Skye Court have been carefully preserved for decades. Please don’t assume it can just be ignored, as it will be upheld by neighbours who care deeply about this place; the trees, the birds, the wildlife and the view.
But this isn’t a bad thing – it’s a great benefit, knowing your property belongs to a community that actively preserves what makes it special. As a team, we do this for everyone who calls this place home.
It’s far more enjoyable for everyone when new residents arrive valuing the covenant between neighbours, rather than feeling entitled to do whatever they want and assuming it will go unchallenged.
The covenant keeps a place where the views stay open and the community stands together for what makes it unique. Where large blocks still define the landscape, not developers. This covenant is what makes that possible. That’s exactly what makes living here so rare and valuable: a street where views, space, and character are preserved for those who truly appreciate them.
The covenant is its greatest strength, and it’s what separates this pocket from the chaos, it’s the invisible signature of prestige that developers can’t replicate. The only reason Glen Waverley still has blocks over 1,000 m² is because earlier generations respected the covenant and protected the hill. We’re simply continuing that care for the next generation. Preserving it now is a shared responsibility that benefits us all.
As density in the suburb increases, the covenant’s protection just makes these blocks rarer and more valuable over time. Imagine what your 1200m² block will be in 10 or 50 years from now.
If you’re looking for somewhere to live or build that aligns with the ethos of preserving the existing luxury, elegance, and community character, then you’ll feel right at home here.
Notable Sales in Stirling Crescent and Skye Court, Glen Waverley, 3150
7 Stirling Crescent Glen Waverley, 3150, currently for sale. Number 6 Stirling sold as an empty block with no house for $2,800,000.
Prepared by local residents of Stirling Crescent and Skye Court, Glen Waverley. General information only. Always obtain independent legal advice before purchase or building.