There's something wonderfully optimistic about this little 1950s classic. Sunday afternoons by the sparkling pool, timber floors glowing underfoot, the backyard ringing with play, and lazy evenings drifting from the deck to the gazebo. Fully renovated and immaculately presented, this three-bedroom Montrose home already feels fresh, easy and ready to love, yet comes with something even rarer: approved plans and permits to transform it into a substantial five-bedroom, two-bathroom family residence.
Set on approximately 886sqm at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, the home retains much of its original mid-century personality, from the chimney standing proudly above the roofline to decorative ceiling cornices and sash windows, all balanced by a calm neutral palette and contemporary finishes.
Inside, the open-plan living, meals and kitchen zone is bright and relaxed, with high-end engineered timber flooring creating warmth throughout. The updated kitchen with a full suite of SMEG appliances centres around a generous island, keeping cooking social and connected, while the outlook to the garden gives everyday life a lovely sense of openness.
Three robed bedrooms are grouped in their own wing, served by a glam, fully tiled family bathroom featuring a luxe rain shower over bath and a floating vanity.
At the rear, the covered deck becomes a natural extension of the living area, overlooking treetops, an expansive yard and the sparkling salt-chlorinated pool below. An electric heat pump keeps the water swimmable well beyond the warmer months, while the large powered gazebo is ready for birthday gatherings, weekend barbecues or simply a shady spot to unwind while the kids splash about.
Flat lawn areas offer ample room for play equipment, ball games and outdoor adventures, with a neighbouring reserve adding welcome greenery and breathing space. Under-deck storage keeps the practical side of outdoor life neatly handled.
And the future looks just as bright. The approved design extends the home towards the pool fence, creating a dramatically larger living zone with a 3m-wide deck, expanded kitchen, butler's pantry and dedicated laundry. It also relocates the main bedroom to the front of the home, incorporating the existing front deck to create a private suite with ensuite.
Council approval is also in place for a carport, while the driveway currently provides off-street parking for approximately four vehicles behind secure gates.
Ducted heating and split-system air conditioning complete the current home, giving you the enviable choice of simply enjoying what's already here or bringing the approved vision to life when the time is right.
Minutes from Montrose Village, local schools and parks, it offers genuine charm today and a very clear roadmap for tomorrow.
At a Glance:
• Approx. 886sqm
• Fully renovated 1950s home retaining mid-century character, including original chimney, decorative cornices & sash windows
• Three robed bedrooms & fully tiled renovated family bathroom
• Open-plan kitchen, meals & living with island bench, SMEG appliances, high-end engineered timber floors & a fresh neutral palette
• North to rear facing rear entertaining deck with treetop outlook & under-deck storage
• Salt-chlorinated inground pool with electric heat pump & large powered gazebo
• Flat lawn areas for children & pets
• Sunny front deck
• Ducted heating & split-system air conditioning
• Euro laundry
• Approx. four off-street parking spaces, plus approved carport
• Approved plans & permits for a substantial extension
• Proposed five-bedroom, two-bathroom layout with new main suite & ensuite, expansive open-plan living, butler's pantry, laundry & 3m wide deck
• Close to Montrose Village, schools, parks & Dandenong Ranges attractions
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