Historical information

One of the first sales in the district since the land boom which began in 1881when the train line to Mordialloc was built. The land boom came to a halt in the 1890's due to the depression. This sale was also successful as the electrification of the train line from the city to Frankston had been announced.

Significance

Example of the progress of the Municipality of Moorabbin.

Physical description

Advertising flyer for auction of real estate sales - plan of building blocks for sale - pictures of local area

Inscriptions & markings

50 Choice Building Blocks adjoining Bentleigh Railway Station