Positioned in a quiet, family-friendly pocket of Cranbrook, this is the kind of home that makes life feel straightforward-updated where it matters, practical in its design, and ready to move straight into without the usual list of jobs waiting for you.
Set on a low-maintenance block and presenting cleanly throughout, the home combines classic high-set character with thoughtful modern updates, creating a space that feels comfortable, functional, and easy to enjoy from day one.
Upstairs, the home opens onto a spacious front patio, privately positioned behind aluminium railings and accessible through wide sliding doors from the main living area. It's the kind of space that naturally gets used-whether it's a quiet morning coffee or somewhere to unwind at the end of the day.
Inside, polished timber floors immediately add warmth and character, while the layout has been designed to create both connection and separation. The lounge and dining areas are individually zoned, allowing everyone to spread out without losing the sense of togetherness that makes a home work well day to day.
At the centre, the kitchen has been updated with modern finishes and practical storage, positioned to stay connected to the surrounding living areas so everyday routines feel easy and functional.
The bathroom has also been renovated, complete with a combined bath and shower, updated vanity, and excellent storage, while a separate toilet adds further practicality for busy households.
All three bedrooms are generously sized, each with air-conditioning and large windows that allow natural light and airflow throughout the home.
What makes this property particularly appealing is the amount of work that has already been completed. With a new roof and insulation, fresh interior and exterior paintwork, upgraded lighting, security screens, and low-maintenance exterior cladding, many of the larger updates have already been addressed-something buyers increasingly value when comparing older homes.
A recent building and pest inspection has also been completed for transparency, with the report confirming that the front deck requires attention. While the home itself presents clean, comfortable, and well maintained throughout, it also gives buyers clarity around the last area in need of improvement.
Downstairs, the fully secured under-home area provides excellent versatility, currently set up with a lockable workshop, laundry, and additional storage space.
Dual double-gate access allows covered parking beneath both sides of the home, while the large, flat backyard still offers plenty of room for future additions like a pool, shed, entertaining space, or further landscaping over time.
THE LIFESTYLE YOU WILL LIVE
Cranbrook continues to be one of Townsville's most consistently convenient locations, particularly for families wanting access to schools, shopping, and everyday amenities without long commute times.
Kmart Plaza, Stockland Shopping Centre, public transport, and several of Townsville's most well-regarded schools are all just minutes away, making day-to-day life simple and well connected.
It's the kind of location where everything you need is already around you-something that becomes more valuable the longer you live there.
THE DETAILS YOU WILL NEED
• 3 generously sized bedrooms with air-conditioning
• Renovated bathroom with separate toilet
• Updated modern kitchen with practical storage
• Separate lounge and dining areas
• Polished timber flooring throughout upper level
• Spacious front patio with sliding door access
• Insulated roof
• Fresh interior and exterior paintwork
• Low-maintenance exterior cladding
• Security screens throughout
• Upgraded lighting and fittings
• Fully lockable workshop/storage area underneath
• Internal laundry downstairs
• Dual double-gate access with covered parking beneath both sides
• Additional backyard space for future pool or shed
• Rental Appraisal: $550 - $600 per week
• Council Rates: $2090.25 per half year
Homes where the majority of updates have already been completed, while still leaving room to add value over time, tend to attract strong interest-particularly in locations where convenience and practicality continue to drive demand.
5 Poinciana Street is the kind of property that feels comfortable from the outset and continues to make sense the more you look at it.
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