On one of Mount Helena's most coveted streets sits a property that whispers of possibilities. Here, screened from the road and positioned towards the top of a gently sloping half-acre block, lies a home that awaits the touch of someone with vision – someone who sees not just what is, but what could be.
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
1950 fibro & iron original
Central open plan design
Open fireplace & split AC
Generous original kitchen
Enormous multi-use studio
Paved outdoor entertaining
Brimming with possibilities
2226 sqm opposite reserve
Prized Perth Hills address
This is an opportunity that speaks to dreamers and doers alike. Behind the built-in front verandah, an open-plan living zone takes centre stage at the heart of an original Hills’ bungalow, its split-system air conditioning and open fireplace suggesting the comfort and sense of home inherent in a property with history and soul.
The kitchen, occupying its corner position with ample storage and a freestanding oven, is a practical, functional workspace that illustrates how this home can be comfortably lived in while transformation takes place – a crucial consideration on any renovation journey. The bathroom and main bedroom flow from this central hub, creating a practical foundation that invites creative interpretation. Steps lead down from the kitchen to a laundry and mudroom with characterful flagstone floors that speak to the home's authentic Hills heritage.
Here, the original bones of the house tell their story more clearly. A sleepout to one side transforms into a second bedroom of generous proportions, its trio of original windows a testament to the style of an earlier era, their glass witness to decades of changing seasons.
Beyond the laundry and mudroom, a paved patio unfolds under the generous shade of a large rubber tree, creating an enticing outdoor room. It’s easy to imagine enjoying morning coffee and evening conversations under the protective canopy of established greenery.
At the rear of the plan, the property reveals perhaps its greatest surprise – an expansive, split-level studio and living room that extends from the original rear verandah. With windows on three sides, this multi-purpose space floods with light and opens to views that remind you why Mount Helena remains so desirable. Access to the third bedroom is via this multi-purpose room.
The half-acre block stretches north from the studio, its gentle slope creating natural terracing opportunities and endless possibilities for landscape design. Positioned opposite a reserve, the property enjoys the rare luxury of views and a sense of space missing in developed areas.
The elevated position and peaceful neighbourhood character of a no-through road reinforce the charm and appeal of Alps Street. Yet practicality isn't sacrificed for this idyllic setting, with excellent access to schools, shops, and all the amenities that modern life demands.
This is a property for those who understand that the best homes aren't always found move-in ready. It calls to tradespeople who relish a personal project, to families who want to create something uniquely their own, and to anyone who believes that vision, combined with effort, can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Sold on an 'as is' basis, it presents an opportunity and genuine potential for the right hands and the right heart.
The location is exceptional, and the possibilities are limited only by imagination. This Mount Helena property offers the chance to revive a Hills original and make it entirely your own. For those willing to dream and work towards making those dreams reality, Alps Street beckons with the promise of a home that could become so much more than the sum of its parts.
To arrange an inspection of this property, call Lee Nangle – 0427 202 366.
