gillards house sells well above reserve

The inner Melbourne home of former prime minister Julia Gillard has sold for more than $300,000 over the asking price.

Several hundred people attended the auction of the house at 9 Melford Street in Altona, in Melbourne's inner-west.

Bidding began at $500,000 and reached $921,000 after 25 minutes or so of spirited bidding.

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