Art deco in Australia peaked between the 1920s and 1940s, symbolising optimism, progress and modernity. Today, these buildings are tightly held – not just for their heritage value, but for their ability to differentiate commercial assets in a crowded market.
From Sydney’s grand commercial towers to Melbourne’s most iconic architectural addresses, art deco offices continue to command attention for their geometry, craftsmanship and enduring presence with vertical emphasis, generous proportions, high ceilings, expansive windows and prestigious lobby arrivals.
Here is a selection of standout commercial listings bringing that legacy into today’s market.
Level 1/731 Hay Street, Perth
A full-floor offering within the 1937-built Gledden Building, this 263-square-metre suite presents a rare opportunity to secure character space fronting Hay Street Mall.
The light-filled floorplate retains period features including leadlight detailing, sash windows, timber finishes and a central lightwell, while providing functional workspace with reception, conference rooms and multiple offices.
Its scale, exposure and positioning in one of Perth CBD’s busiest retail corridors make it suitable for a range of commercial or retail uses.
706/65 York Street, Sydney
Suite 706 sits within 65 York Street, a circa-1930 building often cited as Australia’s first art deco commercial office, designed by Robertson & Marks.
The 123-square-metre corner suite combines high ceilings and geometric proportions with a functional fitout, including meeting areas, a boardroom and a kitchen, ready for immediate use.
Natural light from two sides and a location close to Martin Place and Wynyard reinforce its appeal as a well-positioned CBD workspace priced at $1.695 million.
6/65 York Street, Sydney
Also within 65 York Street, Suite 6 offers another 123-square-metre strata opportunity in the landmark building, defined by its restrained facade and early adoption of art deco principles.
The suite benefits from natural light on multiple sides, a partial fitout and well-proportioned spaces, supported by on-floor amenities and a prominent CBD location.
Its position within one of Sydney’s earliest art deco commercial buildings underpins its long-term appeal to both investors and occupiers.
16 Vincent Street, Cessnock
In Cessnock’s CBD, 16 Vincent Street presents a more modest, art deco-influenced offering, defined by its symmetrical facade and strong main street presence.
The dual-fronted 300-square-metre building, set across two titles totalling more than 1600 square metres in the Hunter Valley, includes multiple offices, an original safe, kitchen, amenities and a 28-space car park.
Formerly the Hunter District Water Board offices and later the Cessnock Regional Art Gallery, the property holds local heritage significance and is zoned for a range of future uses.
708/220–226 Collins Street, Melbourne
Located within the 1932-built Manchester Unity Building, Suite 708 offers exposure within one of Melbourne’s most recognisable commercial landmarks.
The 168-square-metre corner suite is leased, providing an income stream, with flexibility for future use across office, medical or consulting purposes.
Its position within a high-foot-traffic Collins Street address in a building of architectural and historical significance reinforces its investment appeal.
214/220 Collins Street, Melbourne
Another opportunity within the Manchester Unity Building, Suite 214, offers an 84-square-metre layout suited to consulting or professional use.
The suite comprises three separate offices within a heritage setting, benefiting from the building’s established foot traffic and central CBD positioning.
It is offered at $840,000 plus GST, presenting a lower entry point into one of Melbourne’s most tightly held art deco addresses.
503/66 Hunter Street, Sydney
Set within the 1936-built City Mutual Building, Suite 503 offers a compact entry to one of Sydney’s most tightly held Art Deco addresses, long regarded for its strong vertical lines and grand lobby.
The 64-square-metre strata office is offered fully fitted with an open-plan workspace, a separate meeting room and a kitchen, with natural light and outlooks over Bligh Street, Richard Johnson Square and the Lowy Institute.
Positioned in the financial core opposite the future Hunter Street Metro Station and close to Martin Place, the suite presents a turnkey opportunity for owner-occupiers seeking a prestige address at a $1.195 million price point.
902/66 Hunter Street, Sydney
Also within the City Mutual Building, Suite 902 expands the offering with a 78-square-metre layout suited to more traditional corporate use.
Soaring ceilings and broad window frontage frame views across Hunter and Castlereagh streets, while the layout incorporates a reception, an open-plan workspace, two offices or meeting rooms, and built-in storage.
The suite’s scale and configuration broaden its appeal to both owner-occupiers and professional tenants within a precinct set to benefit from the Martin Place Metro.
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