A rare find on Richardson Street, this freestanding home (c1990s) occupies a substantial sub-divided block (approx 396sqm) providing a fantastic low-maintenance lifestyle in the exclusive heart of Essendon. Beyond the picket-fenced front garden and timeless period-inspired facade, discover an inviting interior comprising a genuinely large master bedroom with WIR and two additional bedrooms (both with BIRs) serviced by a two-way central bathroom and separate WC. Emphasizing its generous dimensions is the inclusion of an elegant front lounge through to the open-plan dining and living areas to the rear accompanied by a timber-cabinet kitchen with dishwasher and new Bosch oven. An abundance of natural light and high 3m ceilings throughout, the home also includes ducted heating and refrigerated cooling, alarm system, ducted vacuum, full-size laundry and automated external blinds. Rounding out this impressive lifestyle package is a wonderfully private back garden with decking and extensive brick paving, plus a deep single garage (remote-control) with internal entry and additional driveway parking space. In a prized position, it enjoys close proximity to Essendon Station and Mt Alexander Road trams, local parks, both Rose Street and North Essendon Village shops and eateries, a range of schools and kinder/childcare facilities as well as easy access to Citylink.