HOUSE, 16 LILLY STREET, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162
DESCRIPTION
Heritage TitleHOUSE, 16 LILLY STREETAddress16 Lilly Street SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162Geo tag[1] Heritage Place No21173Construction Commenced1928Construction MaterialRoof – METAL: Corrugated IronWall – TIMBER: WeatherboardFormer W.A. Heritage ThemesDEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY: Land allocation & subdivisionStatement Of SignificanceHOUSE, 16 LILLY STREET a single storey timber and iron roofed house, is a representative example of a modest timber dwelling constructed in c1928, 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, including a simple gabled roof, a verandah supported by timber posts, and timber weatherboard cladding. 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).HistoryHouse, 16 Lilly Street was built 1923 and 1932. In 1932/33, the residence was owned by Horace Davenport. By the early 1940s, the house was owned by Joseph Bassett and occupied by Grace Davenport. House, 16 Lilly Street changed hands several times during the 1950s. owners included Ellen King, Gladys Kennett and Avis Peroira. Horace Davenport was listd as the occupant during this time. By 1979, the house was owned by Denis and Mary Berry. They sold it to Richard and Teresa May. House, 16 Lilly Street has had several owners since that time.Physical Description16 Lilly Street is a single storey, timber and iron house built c.1928 with a symmetrical facade designed as an example of the Interwar Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are timber weatherboard clad. The roof is gabled and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is symmetrical with a central front door. The verandah has a brokenback corrugated iron roof supported on timberl posts. There is a low level timber picket fence to the front boundary line.AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceIntegrity/AuthenticityHigh degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). High degree of authenticity with much 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, including a simple gabled roof, a verandah supported by timber posts, and timber weatherboard cladding. 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).HistoryHouse, 16 Lilly Street was built 1923 and 1932. In 1932/33, the residence was owned by Horace Davenport. By the early 1940s, the house was owned by Joseph Bassett and occupied by Grace Davenport. House, 16 Lilly Street changed hands several times during the 1950s. owners included Ellen King, Gladys Kennett and Avis Peroira. Horace Davenport was listd as the occupant during this time. By 1979, the house was owned by Denis and Mary Berry. They sold it to Richard and Teresa May. House, 16 Lilly Street has had several owners since that time.Physical Description16 Lilly Street is a single storey, timber and iron house built c.1928 with a symmetrical facade designed as an example of the Interwar Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are timber weatherboard clad. The roof is gabled and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is symmetrical with a central front door. The verandah has a brokenback corrugated iron roof supported on timberl posts. There is a low level timber picket fence to the front boundary line.AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceIntegrity/AuthenticityHigh degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). High degree of authenticity with much 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
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Heritage EntryYes
HOUSE, 16 LILLY STREET, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162. City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 19/03/2026, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/37417