HOUSE, 144 SOLOMON STREET, BEACONSFIELD WA 6162
DESCRIPTION
Heritage TitleHOUSE, 144 SOLOMON STREETAddress144 Solomon Street BEACONSFIELD WA 6162Geo tag[1] Heritage Place No23120Location DescriptionStreet Number144Construction Commenced1935 cConstruction MaterialWall – BRICK: Face BrickWall – BRICK: Rendered BrickFormer W.A. Heritage ThemesStatement Of SignificanceHOUSE, 144 SOLOMON STREET, a single storey rendered masonry and tile roofed house, is a representative example of a modest timber dwelling constructed in c1935, reflecting the architectural and social trends of the Inter-War period (c. 1915–1940). This place is significant as a modest yet important example of Fremantle’s residential history.
The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. The house exhibits characteristic features of the Inter-War Bungalow style. These elements contribute to the historical streetscape and the broader residential character of Fremantle. This bungalow reflects the suburban expansion of Fremantle, when economic growth and advances in transportation facilitated the development of modest worker and middle-class housing. It provides insight into the living conditions and domestic architecture of the era.
The house contributes to Fremantle’s community identity, representing a period when the area saw increased residential development to accommodate a growing population. It remains significant as part of the city’s evolving heritage and connection to its working-class past.
This house is a good example of the type and retains key architectural features that typify the period.ArchaeologyConditionCondition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).HistorySolomon Street was originally known as Mary Street. It changed its name in 1951/52 to honour Elias Solomon, a former mayor and MLA. Lot 4 of 35 CSL 7 is one of the lots previously owned by Frank Biddles. There is a rates summary on file showing ownership from 1939-40 as a vacant lot belonging to Robert Dixon Allen.Physical DescriptionHouse, 144 Solomon Street is a single storey brick and tile house designed in the Inter-War Californian Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are face brick to dado height and rendered above. The roof is hipped and gabled and clad with tiles and has exposed rafters. The main door is under an arched rendered entry. There is a red face brick half wall balustrade. There are timber framed windows under the verandah roof, and another set to the other side with a tiled awning supported by timber brackets. There is a low face brick and steel picket wall to the front boundary line. AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceArchitectural StylesIntegrity/AuthenticityHigh degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).Place TypeIndividual Building or Group
The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. The house exhibits characteristic features of the Inter-War Bungalow style. These elements contribute to the historical streetscape and the broader residential character of Fremantle. This bungalow reflects the suburban expansion of Fremantle, when economic growth and advances in transportation facilitated the development of modest worker and middle-class housing. It provides insight into the living conditions and domestic architecture of the era.
The house contributes to Fremantle’s community identity, representing a period when the area saw increased residential development to accommodate a growing population. It remains significant as part of the city’s evolving heritage and connection to its working-class past.
This house is a good example of the type and retains key architectural features that typify the period.ArchaeologyConditionCondition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).HistorySolomon Street was originally known as Mary Street. It changed its name in 1951/52 to honour Elias Solomon, a former mayor and MLA. Lot 4 of 35 CSL 7 is one of the lots previously owned by Frank Biddles. There is a rates summary on file showing ownership from 1939-40 as a vacant lot belonging to Robert Dixon Allen.Physical DescriptionHouse, 144 Solomon Street is a single storey brick and tile house designed in the Inter-War Californian Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are face brick to dado height and rendered above. The roof is hipped and gabled and clad with tiles and has exposed rafters. The main door is under an arched rendered entry. There is a red face brick half wall balustrade. There are timber framed windows under the verandah roof, and another set to the other side with a tiled awning supported by timber brackets. There is a low face brick and steel picket wall to the front boundary line. AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceArchitectural StylesIntegrity/AuthenticityHigh degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).Place TypeIndividual Building or Group
Statutory Heritage Areas
Statutory Heritage Area CustodianCity of FremantleStatutory Heritage Area South Fremantle Heritage AreaHeritage Area StatusContributoryHeritage Area InHerit Number22386Statutory Heritage Area Date14/10/2000
Local Government Statutory Heritage Listings
Local Government Statutory Listing CustodianCity of FremantleLocal Government Statutory Listing TypeHeritage ListLocal Government Statutory Listing StatusYesLocal Government Statutory Listing Date27/08/2025
Local Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey
Local Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey CustodianCity of FremantleLocal Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey Date27/08/2025Local Government Non-Statutory Listing Local Heritage Survey Management CategoryLevel 3
PARENT PLACE
Parent Place No22386Parent place nameSouth Fremantle Heritage Area
RELATED
HOUSE, 144 SOLOMON STREET, BEACONSFIELD WA 6162. City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 30/04/2026, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/14447