DWELLING:
Rich in original features including ornate plaster ceilings, decorative cornicing, lead lighting & double hung Silky Oak windows; this circe 1942 brick residence provides a wealth of warmth & timeless appeal. Hardwood timber floors + French doors connect the living spaces, with the lounge offering a cosy ambience with wood fireplace + clay brick mantle. A separate dining room and northern-aspected foyer space creates flexible living options. Three bedrooms (two with built-in wardrobes) are complemented by an updated bathroom; the exterior laundry incorporates a second shower, with a separate toilet located in the detached garage/studio & workshop area. In a sought-after location, this engaging home is sure to delight couples, families and investors alike.
GARDEN:
Inhabiting a desirable 1,014m2 (1/4 acre) block, Murraya hedging offers some privacy from the street corner whilst crepe myrtles, camellias and olive trees add interest to the traditional facade. A front northern porch introduces the home, whilst a carport provides accommodation for the family vehicle. An adjacent original garage will house a small vehicle (2.5m x 6m) and is currently being utilised as a workshop/storage area with toilet. At the rear, a paved & covered alfresco area overlooks the good sized backyard, with double gated vehicular access off Holberton Street. There's a number of citrus trees including lemon, mandarin & orange, as well as an array of other fruit and nut varieties + a mature avocado tree.
LOCATION:
Set on a corner allotment in a popular tree lined street favouring traditional style homes; this property delivers convenience and lifestyle. Directly opposite Our Lady of Lourdes Primary and a short stroll to Newtown State School, there's a number of other quality schools within close reach including St Ursula's College, The Glennie School & St Mary's College. There's also a child care centre in Wallace Street (150m) and a Kindergarten within close walking distance. Newtown Park & Queensland State Rose Garden are a short walk away, and it's only a three minute drive to Laurel Bank Park. Shopping is super convenient with Clifford Gardens Shopping Centre 950m away, or it's an easy four minute drive to Grand Central Shopping Centre. A bus stop is located 90m away on Holberton Street.
Extra features...
Clay pressed brick with feature pointing + limestone rendered band
Timeless terracotta tiled roof
Original character window fixtures + lead lighting with patterned glass
Ornate plaster ceiling roses throughout + decorative cornicing
Hardwood timber flooring
Traditional internal doors + light fittings
Wood fireplace with clay brick mantle in lounge
Reverse cycle air-conditioner to master bedroom
Updated kitchen with dishwasher, gas cooktop (mains gas) + secondary electric cooktop
Updated bathroom with semi-frameless shower, timber vanity + separate toilet
Some security screens
Two rainwater tanks
NBN connected (Fibre to the Node)
Currently on lease with tenants vacating shortly (21st May 2022) at $450.00/wk
