WHEN a 19th Century terrace house comes onto the market, a buyer expects to have to undertake significant restorations.
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That is not the case, however, with this stunning property at 132 Keppel Street.
Combining the design elements of its time with tasteful mod-cons, this home is a shining example of the potential every terrace has.
Another thing that makes this property a rarity is that it is the last on a bank of terraces, meaning light-filled rooms and less noise are guaranteed.
When you step into this house you are met with a space that could be anything from a formal living room to another bedroom, if you are prepared to renovate.
The centre of this home is a generous open-plan living space, with three distinct zones.
Exposed brick walls at one end of the space flow effortlessly into the most modern portion of this home, the kitchen.
As the home was extensively renovated five years ago, the kitchen is up-to-date with its layout and appliances.
It offers an enormous amount of storage space and a large breakfast bar.
An updated bathroom sits at the very back of the home and doubles as the laundry.
Up the winding staircase is the property’s two bedrooms.
One overlooks the rear of the property, while the other faces the tree-lined street.
Both bedrooms offer three-door storage along one wall and plenty of natural light.
The main bedroom has access to the balcony via stunning traditional doors.
It is the perfect place to enjoy a cuppa and watch the world go by.
Outdoors, this property offers more than many of this era do.
In addition to a fully enclosed courtyard, which is where most properties would end, it has a generous garden with access from all sides.
There is also a single lock-up garage at the very rear of the property.
This can be accessed from the laneway beside the property, which is also the entry to Majellan Bowling Club.
In addition to all these features, this property offers gas heating, reverse-cycle air conditioning, double-brick insulation and is close to shops, schools and entertainment venues.
Raine and Horne real estate agent Chris Hagney said this property could suit a variety of people, including investors or the executive couple.
“It would be a great investment opportunity or a short-stay, and on the flipside it would suit someone moving in from out of town who wants to walk to everything,” he said.
Mr Hagney also said the property has a rent potential of $300 per week.
To find out more information about this property or arrange a time to inspect, contact Mr Hagney on 6331 6555.