126 Ballarat Rd

Maidstone VIC 3012

669 m²

House

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Grand Californian with exceptional potential

Set on a wonderfully wide block of land (approx. 669sqm), this distinctive period home offers a spacious environment of immediate functionality along with exciting scope to renovate or redevelop (STCA), while also being comfortable and well-presented for those looking to move straight in and enjoy from day one. Beyond the grand facade with dual bay windows, you'll find a previously expanded interior comprising four bedrooms (extra-large main) all sharing a central bathroom and additional powder room (2nd WC). Add to this a separate study, elegant formal lounge, open-plan living/dining area to the rear and adjoining kitchen with dishwasher and stainless-steel cooking appliances. Other features of this one-of-a-kind home include ducted heating, split-system a/c, high ornate ceilings and solid timber floors, plus a full-size laundry, sunny north-facing backyard and multiple off-street parking via the extra-wide rear laneway. Moments from the bus stop along with the open spaces of Scovell Reserve, it's also close to local schools and Gordon Street trams, as well as easy access to Highpoint Shopping Centre, Victoria University and the new Footscray Hospital.