Welcome to 80 Mary Street – A home with a soul as rich as its soil. Lovingly known as 'MARFERD', this early 20th-century Federation-style concrete bungalow was designed and built in 1922 by respected local builder John Muller, who named it in honour of his parents, Maria and Ferdinand. Influenced by the elegance of the arts and crafts movement, this residence is a beautifully preserved chapter of Toowoomba's architectural story.
Set in one of East Toowoomba's most prestigious and tightly held pockets, MARFERD offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city's living history. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this character-filled cottage blends early 20th-century charm with modern comforts. Surrounded by established gardens and leafy streetscapes, it honours its heritage with quiet elegance—offering a warm, inviting lifestyle steeped in both story and style.
A picture-perfect front porch with Tuscan-style columns sets the tone—ideal for slow mornings with a coffee or quiet evenings watching the neighbourhood soften into dusk. Inside, the home opens to reveal a grand chandelier, polished timber floors, monolithic concrete walls throughout, freshly painted interiors, and a series of charming period details including French doors, decorative cornices and frosted glass accents, all of which add depth and character. High ceilings and soft neutral tones allow natural light to spill beautifully into each room, while recent renovations breathe a new sense of life and comfort into the home.
The home offers:
- Three generous bedrooms, all with built in robes and ceiling fans, the master boasting private access to the wrap around verandah
- Fourth bedroom/office, again boasting private access to the verandah
- Renovated bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles
- Double lock up shed with secure under cover access to the home
- Separate studio with epoxy flooring, ideal for your home yoga space, sewing room or extra living
- Wrap around verandah
- Renovated kitchen boasting soft close cabinetry, double draw dishwasher, Belling oven with gas cooktop and stone benches
- 11ft High ceilings throughout
- Polished timber floors throughout
- 5,000L approx rainwater tank
- Fully fenced perimeter divided into two spaces
* Rates - $2,296.72 per half year
* Year built: 1922
* School zone: Toowoomba East State Primary & Toowoomba State High
Designed with both relaxation and functionality in mind, the layout offers generous living areas, comfortable bedrooms, and a tastefully updated kitchen and bathroom that maintain the home's traditional appeal while enhancing everyday liveability. Whether you're entertaining or simply enjoying the peace and quiet, every corner of this home feels warm, refined, and ready to be lived in.
At the rear of the property, a separate studio provides excellent versatility—ideal as a home office, creative retreat, or guest accommodation. Meanwhile, the backyard offers a welcome sense of space, with ample room for children to play, a garden to grow, or entertaining beneath the trees.
Set along a tree-lined street in the heart of East Toowoomba, just moments from iconic Queen's Park, leading schools, and sought-after cafés, this home is a rare opportunity to embrace timeless charm with all the comforts of thoughtful modern living.
For more information, please contact Matt Hawkins on 0423 120 232 or matt.hawkins@ngurealestate.com.au
