Brighton, Coastal suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Brighton is a prestigious coastal suburb located 11 kilometers southeast of Melbourne's central business district, known for its expansive residential areas, beautiful beaches along Port Phillip Bay, and well-preserved Victorian-era architecture that attracts both residents and visitors.
Originally developed in the 1840s by Henry Dendy as a seaside resort settlement, Brighton grew rapidly to become the third most populated town in the Port Phillip district by 1846, officially incorporating as a municipality in 1859 before amalgamating with Bayside City Council in 1994.
The suburb features 82 heritage-protected colorful bathing boxes on Dendy Street Beach that date back to 1862, serving as cultural icons of Australian seaside life and representing one of the most photographed tourist attractions in Victoria.
Brighton offers excellent transport connections including four railway stations on the Sandringham line, tram route 64, multiple bus services, and major roads providing easy access to Melbourne and surrounding suburbs for daily commuters.
Despite lacking electricity or running water, Brighton's historic bathing boxes sell for between AUD 300,000 to 400,000 and can only be purchased by local residents, making them some of the most expensive beach storage facilities in the world.
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