Constructed during Federation era Australia this previously updated and beautifully presented family apartment is a unique find in a market sector typically cluttered with uniform opportunities.
Converted in the 1980s into 5 residences only and zoned for University High, number three sits atop the building on the 1st floor, its accommodation all on one level and stretching the length of the building from North to South allowing excellent natural light to enter the home.
Head up the original and privately accessed stairwell into the home's charming interior and be greeted by a versatile sun/sitting room which can double as a bright office or study overlooking Victoria street. The cosy central Living area is adjacent with ornate OFP and high ceilings. Nicely separated from the rear kitchen/dining, it is a tranquil & sizeable area, yet retains the warmth & character of its build period. Rooms of considerable size and generous ceiling heights are an immediate hallmark as you step through.
Beyond lie 3 generous bedrooms, all naturally and generously sized for private retreat and/or home-based work serviced by a stylish contemporary modern bathroom with gorgeous blue fleur de lie tiles and on trend fixtures and fittings. An extremely handy separate laundry is adjacent with good storage and trough.
To the rear lies the connected dining/kitchen area, the updated kitchen is stylish and bright, naturally lit by an abundance of windows which provide a panoramic outlook over the historic Victorian roof tops and laneways to the city skyline beyond.
Decorated in an elegant midnight blue tones, it offers s/s appliances, abundant cupboard space and brilliant white marble tops.
The kitchen provides access to a very rare feature in apartment living - a private rear door and second entrance which leads down an industrial style stairwell to the rear off street car space and direct entry onto bluestone paved Silk Place (Off Curzon St) This unique feature via a quick skip downstairs is a great alternative.
Other features include a Permit for additional car parking (STCA) ducted heating, OFP's and copious amounts of windows for tremendous light and natural ventilation.
The location is abuzz with all of Queen Vic Market and Errol Street's quirky delights adjacent to you, the Docklands precinct is on your doorstep and the bustle of the CBD is a leisurely 15min stroll away through West Melbourne's historic streetscape. Suitable for the Empty nester, families seeking to prise their way into North Melbourne Primary School and the Uni High zone, downsizer or the astute buyer seeking an alternative to a single fronted terrace. A visit will impress! Nelson Alexander Pty Ltd.
