Nearing her 100th birthday, this timeless Queenslander at 51 Henson Road, Salisbury, presents immense possibilities for a new family or investor. Offering a roomy 5 bedroom floorplan combined with ultimate outdoor lifestyle, this five-bedroom family home sits proudly on an 809m2 flat bock with 20m street frontage. Situated only 10km to Brisbane city and a few minutes walk to Salisbury station and Brisbane Christian College, this is a rarely available opportunity to secure a prime piece of real estate in an excellent location for home buyers and investors alike
Classic high ceilings, polished timber floors, and VJ walls are just some of the exquisite original features this home offers, while having room for a large family to enjoy not only the indoor spaces, but also the gorgeous grassy yard and sparkling in ground pool. The fully fenced and private rear yard provides security for family and pets alike ensuring absolute peace of mind. The enormous rear deck is ultimate for entertaining and relaxation while some sensational North Easterly breezes need to be experienced to be appreciated.
Each of the five large bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and four have ceiling fans ensuring year-round comfort. Three bedrooms also have Air Conditioning for those balmy Queensland nights. All bedrooms can easily contain either a Queen or King sized bed and there is a multitude of options to reconfigure and extend rooms easily if desired to create your ultimate floorplan.
The air conditioned kitchen, living and dining areas provide large functional spaces for your family. The huge retro kitchen provides heaps of cupboard and bench space, and has all the modern conveniences such as dishwasher, gas cooktop and wall oven. The large family bathroom is very functional and has plenty of room to add a bath and vanity if required.
If you're looking for an opportunity to add some of your own touches, a bit of paint will make the world of difference for this lovely home. Internally there are parts which are looking tired, but It's in excellent clean condition and has stood the test of time, drawing testament to the build quality of the traditional Queenslander. Undercover secure parking for 4 vehicles plus a single carport makes it very practical for a busy family. A huge amount of storage, workshop, large laundry with second toilet and a man cave area under the house mean there is spaces to keep all family members happy, as well as an extra garden shed in the backyard. With building costs so high, buying a home with a large existing floorplan is undoubtedly a smart choice.
Key Features:
• Flat 809m² unencumbered block with 20m street frontage
• Traditional 1927 Queenslander with high ceilings, timber floors & VJ walls
• Five bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans, 3 with A/c
• Four bedrooms have stunning French doors opening onto the front veranda
• Large kitchen with loads of storage and bench space plus A/c and Dishwasher
• Open plan living and dining areas with massive scope to enhance the space
• Living area with A/c and fan for the summer and wood heater for the winter
• Bathroom with huge shower and storage as well as separate toilet.
• Huge Rear deck with Northeasterly breezes, perfect for entertaining
• Sparkling in-ground swimming pool set amongst resort style gardens
• Lockup parking under the house for 4 cars plus single carport
• Rear access for vehicles or machinery at the side of the house
• Large laundry and separate toilet downstairs
• Huge amount of storage and workshop downstairs and "man cave" area
• Garden shed for additional storage
• 5Kw solar system to offset power bills
Salisbury is a highly sought-after suburb that perfectly balances suburban charm with urban convenience. Ideally positioned approximately 10km from Brisbane CBD, it offers excellent connectivity for commuters via Salisbury train station, local bus routes, and major roads such as Toohey Road and Beaudesert Road. Families have access to a range of reputable schools and daycares within minutes, including Salisbury State School, St Pius X Primary, and Brisbane Christian College, as well as C&K daycare a short walk away. Griffith University's Nathan campus is also just a few minutes drive away.
The family friendly suburb is home to several parks and recreational spaces, including Russ Hall Park and Salisbury Recreation Reserve-ideal for sports, picnics, and outdoor activities. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Toohey Forest, offering walking trails, wildlife spotting, and a peaceful escape into nature. Medical facilities, shopping centres, and a growing café scene provide all the essentials for a convenient and relaxed lifestyle.
This property presents and excellent opportunity, don't miss out! Contact Melody Matheson on 0409 969 443 today to arrange an inspection.
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