On one of Parkside's most coveted, tree-lined streets, this all-original yet immaculately preserved character home stands as a living tribute to craftsmanship done right. With solid brick foundations devoid of movement, polished timber floors, and soaring ceilings that speak to an era of true building integrity, where every corner of this residence feels steeped in timeless charm yet poised for a new chapter of modern ambition to begin.
Behind its graceful sandstone façade and hints of heritage, a 3-bedroom frontage unfolds with robust dependability and a floorplan designed for family function. For those looking to live in or lease out, the welcoming front lounge doubles as a potential 3rd bedroom, while further in, a spacious living zone bathes in natural light before merging seamlessly with the home's combined kitchen and dining. A generous 60s extension has withstood the test of time, adding an adaptable layer of comfort to the mix, giving you plenty of family-friendly space or reimagine as part of a larger renovation vision that blends classic bones with contemporary flair (subject to planning consent).
Outside, the north-facing backyard blooms with life and light. A flowering frangipani and fruit-bearing feijoa tree anchor a manicured landscape of sunny serenity, while a double carport, garage, and lengthy driveway showcase the scale and functionality of this generous 565sqm parcel. Whether your goal is to extend, restore, or simply enjoy its current state of mid-century warmth with a touch-up to the bathroom and kitchen, this home delivers a blueprint rich with opportunity and underpinned by undeniable structural integrity.
Positioned in a location that fuses character and cosmopolitan ease, life here unfolds on your terms. Enjoy weekend strolls through the leafy streets, a brisk walk to Parkside Primary before a morning coffee along Glen Osmond Road, or boutique retail therapy moments away in Hyde Park and Unley. And with the Adelaide CBD less than 5-minutes from your front door, 34 Wallis Street offers the best of both worlds - a sanctuary of heritage and heart, right at the edge of the city's vibrant pulse.
Features you'll love:
- Much-loved + incredibly maintained character property resting on a substantial 565sqm (approx.) allotment inviting exciting renovation + extension potential (subject to planning consent)
- Timeless sandstone façade + heritage frontage, soaring ceilings + solid timber floors throughout
- Cosy front lounge + spacious living spilling with natural light
- Generous combined kitchen + casual dining zone ceiling fan
- Lovely sunroom extension adding more versatile space to enjoy
- Neat original bathroom, separate WC + functional laundry
- Ducted evaporative AC throughout plus 2 additional ACs
- Charming outdoor alfresco stretching over pristine brick paving
- North-facing backyard of lush lawns + established feature trees (Frangipani + feijoa)
- Established fruit trees along driveway
- Large garage/workshop with room for two cars, double carport + long driveway with more pet-friendly lawns
Location highlights:
- Around the corner from the iconic Unley Oval + popular Henry Codd Reserve
- A brisk walk to Parkside Primary, zoned for Glenunga International + moments to Concordia College
- Excellent access to all your shopping essentials with Unley Shopping Centre + Frewville Foodland equal distance away
- Arm's reach to vibrant boutique + foodie strips including King William, Unley + Glen Osmond Road
- A remarkable 2.5km to the CBD for incredible city-fringe positioning
Specifications:
CT / 5817/926
Council / Unley
Zoning / EN
Built / 1900
Land / 565m2 (approx)
Frontage / 17.68m
Council Rates / $2,229pa
Emergency Services Levy / $225.20pa
SA Water / $284.37pq
Estimated rental assessment / $600 - $650 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Parkside P.S, Unley P.S, Highgate School, Glen Osmond P.S, Mitcham P.S, Glenunga International H.S, Urrbrae Agricultural H.S, Mitcham Girls H.S, Unley H.S
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 226409
