College Park, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids College Park Adelaide, South Australia
College Park Location in South Australia
Postcode(s)	5069
Area	0.4 km2 (0.2 sq mi)
LGA(s)	City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters
State electorate(s)	Dunstan
Federal Division(s)	Sturt

College Park is a small, green neighborhood in the eastern part of Adelaide, South Australia. It used to be called "College Town." This suburb is part of the City of Norwood Payneham St Peters.

College Park is known for being one of the most expensive places to live in South Australia. In 2024, the average selling price for a home here was about $3.3 million. This makes it a very sought-after area.

A Look at College Park's Past

College Park has a few interesting facts from its history.

• The College Park Post Office first opened its doors on 21 October 1946. This was an important step for the growing community.
• A famous person, Lionel Logue, was born in College Park on 26 February 1880. He later became a speech therapist who helped King George VI of the United Kingdom.

Historic Buildings and Places

College Park is home to several sites that are listed for their historical importance. These places are protected because they show us what the area was like in the past.

• Bon Marche Building: Located at 1-13 Payneham Road, this building is a significant part of the suburb's history.
• Bell's Plumbers Shop: You can find this historic shop at 15 Payneham Road.
• Airlie Hostel: This building, at 9 Trinity Street, is also recognized for its heritage value.