The Milado Family Sells Iconic Property After…
A Legacy Amid Urban Growth
For decades, the Miliado family’s three-acre property in Salisbury, Adelaide, remained untouched while suburbia expanded around it. Purchased in the 1950s, the land reflected their late parents’ wish to preserve a simpler, mid-century lifestyle.
A Symbol of Resistance
Their 1955-built home and shed became a symbol of “heritage and quiet defiance” as modern developments rose nearby. “It was never their parents’ wish to sell,” said real estate agent Tom Hector.
Letting Go Under Pressure
Following their parents’ passing, emotional and financial pressures led the family to list the property. An expected AUD 3.6 million sale soared past AUD 6 million during a fierce auction involving 20 developers.
The End of an Era
Though the sale brought relief, it marked a turning point. Located near schools and shops, the land is now set for residential development—highlighting the tension between honoring legacy and adapting to urban growth.
