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159 Thornton Street

Raceview QLD 4305

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607 m²
House
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Endless Potential in a Prime Position

Positioned in a quiet, wide, tree-lined street directly opposite parklands, this charming late 60's home offers an outstanding opportunity to secure a structurally sound property with genuine renovation potential in one of Raceview's most tightly held pockets. Set on a flood-free 607m² block, the home has been lovingly held by the current owner for more than 30 years and now presents the perfect canvas for a thoughtful modern makeover. Whether you're a renovator, first-home buyer or investor looking for opportunity, this is a property where you can add your own vision and truly make it shine. Inside, the home retains much of its original charm with solid timber floors, high ceilings and multiple living zones throughout. A large, renovated kitchen provides an excellent starting point, while the original bathroom offers scope to update over time. The enclosed front sunroom creates valuable extra living space and could easily extend the lounge room or become a playroom or even home office. Step outside to the fully enclosed and screened deck, a versatile space ideal for dining, entertaining, relaxing or providing a safe play area for children and pets. The high-clearance carport easily accommodates a caravan, boat or truck, while the shed adds extra storage and practicality. Key Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (plus 1 additional toilet), 1 car accommodation Flood-free 607m² block Built in the late 60's with strong foundations and excellent bones Directly opposite parklands in a quiet Raceview street Beautiful solid timber floors Large, renovated kitchen Bathroom completely functional but ready for future updates Second toilet located off the laundry Updated shutters providing privacy and character Multiple living zones including enclosed front sunroom Fully enclosed and screened deck for extra living and entertaining space High-clearance carport suitable for caravan, boat or truck Shed for additional storage Solar panels to help reduce electricity costs Excellent renovation potential with scope for further enhancement (STCA) Ideal for renovators, first-home buyers and investors Location Highlights: In catchment for Raceview State School and Bremer State High School Close to Ipswich Grammar School, Ipswich Girls' Grammar School, St Edmund's College and St Mary's College Minutes from Ipswich Hospital Convenient access to Riverlink Shopping Centre, public transport, and the Cunningham Highway You don't want to miss this rare opportunity to secure a home or investment with space, practicality and renovation upside in a highly convenient location. See you at our next open home! Disclaimer: This property is advertised for sale without a price and as such, a price guide cannot be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Please do not make any assumptions about the sale price of this property based on website price filtering.

Features

3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
1 carspace
607 m² lot size
House

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