51 Sussex Street, ToowongQLD 4066

Listing data updated 26 June 2026

Tucked away at the end of a private cul-de-sac and adjoining acres of Anzac Park bushland, this delightful family home offers a rare lifestyle opportunity surrounded by nature. Nestled amongst the treetops with a leafy forest backdrop and abundant birdlife, this hidden pocket of Toowong is one of the area's best-kept secrets. Enjoy the best of both worlds – a private haven with a unique bushland setting, yet conveniently located less than 5km from the Brisbane CBD and just minutes from major shopping centres, quality schools, public transport, parks, walking trails and Toowong's extensive bikeway network. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the home's unique character. Soaring cathedral ceilings, a cosy wood-burning fireplace, and a stunning bushland outlook create an immediate sense of warmth and space. Designed with family living and entertaining in mind, the generous open-plan layout flows seamlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces through large bi-fold and sliding glass doors, allowing natural light and cooling breezes to fill the home year-round. The expansive rear deck enjoys a perfect northerly aspect and overlooks the private backyard, complete with an in-ground heated swimming pool and plenty of space for children and pets to play. Upstairs features three bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, including a master with ensuite, while internal stairs connect to a versatile lower level offering multiple-purpose rooms ideal as a teenage retreat, home office, gym, hobby space, or additional living area. Families will appreciate the highly sought-after school catchments for Indooroopilly State School and Indooroopilly State High School, along with easy access to Queensland Academy of Science, Mathematics and Technology, BBC, Stuartholme, St Peters Lutheran College, and other leading private schools. Features Include: * Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout * Two spacious living areas upstairs, including one with cathedral ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace * Renovated kitchen adjoining the dining area and rear entertaining deck * Polished hardwood timber floors * Three bedrooms, all with built-in robes * Main bedroom with ensuite * Two renovated bathrooms * Large private north-facing entertaining deck * Fully fenced 597m² allotment * Sparkling in-ground swimming pool (heated - solar energy offset) * Versatile lower level with multipurpose rooms, laundry, workshop and storage * Solar power system * Double carport Positioned in a family-friendly neighbourhood on the doorstep of Anzac Park bushland, residents can enjoy direct access to acres of natural forest, the Mount Coot-tha trail network, and the Toowong bikeway. Excellent public transport options including bus, train and ferry/citycat services are all within easy reach. Proximity to Key Locations: * Toowong Village & Indooroopilly Shopping Centre – 7 minutes drive or 9 minutes by bike * Brisbane CBD – 15 minutes drive or 15 minutes by bike via bikeway * Indooroopilly State High School – 7 minutes drive or 13 minutes by bike * Anzac Park & Mount Coot-tha walking trails – 1 minute walk * Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens – 5 minutes drive * Wesley Hospital – 10 minutes drive * University of Queensland – 13 minutes drive or 22 minutes by bike * Brisbane Airport – 25 minutes drive Properties offering this unique combination of leafy bushland surroundings, privacy and inner-city convenience are exceptionally rare. Whether you're seeking a family home with character, an entertainer’s haven, or a lifestyle immersed in nature without sacrificing accessibility, this home is sure to impress. Contact Sonya Browne today for further information or to arrange your inspection and discover why this hidden Toowong retreat is such a special place to call home.