From working-class west to one of Adelaide's most fiercely loved city-fringe neighbourhoods, Croydon's story of grit, character and reinvention finds a fitting home in this c1925 freestone-fronted bungalow, renovated and extended on a 700sqm plot with room to play, potter, park, tinker and please a crowd.
One hundred years on, the original bungalow remains the handsome beginning of a flexible three or four-bedroom home that travels from generous character rooms to a broad open-plan addition, then keeps going through two covered outdoor zones, lawn, drive-through parking and a rear garage capable of swallowing a serious collection.
Like Croydon itself, it has kept the best of its past and made room for much more
A timber-mantled fireplace gives the formal lounge its focal point, while the proportions of the front bedrooms, high ceilings and extensive timber detailing leave the original home equipped to accommodate four bedrooms or three with a dedicated sitting room.
The long hall eventually releases into the rear addition, where a vast kitchen, dining and family zone stretches across the plan beneath crisp white ceilings and exposed beams, replacing period formality with one large, connected space for everyday life.
Gloss cabinetry, extensive storage, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, stone benchtops and a breakfast bar give the kitchen command of proceedings, while the family room extends beyond its servery to create enough separation for several activities to coexist without leaving the conversation.
The practical improvements sit quietly behind the character, from ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning and insulated ceilings to built-in storage, an updated bathroom and a functional separate laundry.
The plot saves its biggest reveal for last, unfolding beneath a broad rear verandah to secure lawn, a second covered entertaining area and an enormous garage. A roller-doored, drive-through carport leads to extensive vehicle accommodation with parking for multiple cars.
A 10-minute walk puts Queen Street's eclectic cafes within easy reach, while Elizabeth Street, public transport and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre reinforce Croydon's knack for feeling deeply suburban while keeping the city close at hand. Don't let this one go.
Features to note:
A renovated and extended c1925 character bungalow offering up to four bedrooms, substantial rear living, secure lawn and prolific parking
Polished Jarrah floorboards, timber fretwork, deep skirtings and original doors
Baltic pine floors across the original rooms
Four-bedroom configuration or three bedrooms with a separate formal lounge
Substantial rear extension dedicated to kitchen, dining and family living
Stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop, oven, rangehood and dishwasher
Renovated bathroom with extensive vanity storage, frameless shower screening and glass-block windows
Separate laundry and toilet
Ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning
Broad rear verandah extending across the back of the home
Second covered entertaining area beside the rear garage
Secure lawn with space for children and pets
Roller-doored drive-through carport
Enormous detached garage with room for vehicles, tools, storage and workshop
Exceptional on-site vehicle accommodation for 7+ vehicles, including undercover and open-air spaces
Extensive paved areas connecting the home, entertaining zones and garage
Location:
Set along a tree-lined street among Croydon's established character homes
Just a 10-minute walk from Queen Street's cafés, eateries and independent traders
Moments from the cafés and neighbourhood favourites of Elizabeth Street
Close to Plant 4 Bowden and the wider Bowden dining and retail precinct
Easy access to Croydon and West Croydon train stations
Well connected to bus services along nearby Torrens Road
Minutes from the Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Close to North Adelaide, Adelaide Oval and the northern Parklands
Straightforward access to the CBD and Adelaide's inner west
Near local reserves, playgrounds and everyday shopping
Well positioned for travel to the city, coast and airport precincts
Method of Sale:
For sale by 'Best Offer' by Monday 14th September at 7:00PM.
Purchaser Portal:
Our purchaser portal gives you access to all key property documentation, including the Form 1 (Vendor Statement), Form R3 (Buyer Information Notice), and the templated Contract of Sale. Once registered, you'll also be able to complete and submit an offer using our digital offer form. Access the purchaser portal by following the link provided below:
https://bit.ly/19Hurtle
For more information:
Please contact the selling agents directly: Both Jim and Thomas proudly represent Crawford Doran Pty Ltd and welcome any enquiry on this exciting property listing.
Disclaimer:
While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented in our marketing materials, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of information provided by our vendors. Accordingly, Crawford Doran Pty Ltd disclaims any statements, representations, or warranties regarding the accuracy of this information and assumes no legal liability in this regard. We encourage interested parties to conduct their own due diligence when considering the purchase of any property. Please note that all photographs, maps, and images are for marketing purposes only, and should be used only as a guide.
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