Coworking Spaces in Elsternwick — 2026

Working from home gets old after three months. These are the coworking options in Elsternwick

Dedicated Desks

Lucky Works (264 Anderson Drive) — A solid option in Elsternwick. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Ivy Store (64 Anderson Drive) — One of the better ones in Elsternwick. Established in 2024. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Atlas Store — 322 William Place

The go-to option for most locals. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★½.

Hot Desks

Little Room — 155 Fitzroy Lane

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★½.

High Lane — 335 Smith Place

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★½.

Meeting Rooms

Hazel’s — 54 Fitzroy Lane

The go-to option for most locals. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★½.

Nell’s — 230 Smith Place

The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Long Mill (350 Anderson Drive) — A solid option in Elsternwick. Recently renovated. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Cafe Alternatives

River’s (299 Nicholson Street) — One of the better ones in Elsternwick. Check their website for current hours. Popular with locals for good reason.

Quarter — 133 Smith Place

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Pricing Comparison

Ava (272 Fitzroy Lane) — A solid option in Elsternwick. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.

Ruby — 203 William Place

The go-to option for most locals. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Elsternwick
Region	Melbourne South East
Character	Creative, walkable, authentic
Transport	Public transport options in Elsternwick
Coffee price	$4.50-5.50
Dinner out	$28-45 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Elsternwick, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Elsternwick Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Smith Place are what give Elsternwick its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Smith Place are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 3 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Elsternwick. Most daily errands in Elsternwick can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is improving with new bike lanes on Smith Place.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Smith Place covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Aldi within a short drive. An Asian grocer stocks hard-to-find ingredients.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Elsternwick is exposed to westerly winds in winter. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.

Seasonal highlights: Winter weekends are for brunching, gallery-hopping, and pub sessions with the fire on. The community garden is active year-round.

Cost of Living Quick Reference

General daily costs in Elsternwick: coffee $4.50-5.50, brunch $19-28, dinner out $28-45 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Elsternwick Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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