Built in 1905 and tucked quietly away from the hum of Torrens Road, this symmetrical cottage is one of Ovingham's enduring originals - a solid, character-rich home that wears its century of stories with pride.
Set behind a neat front garden and timeless facade, the home opens through a traditional arched hallway, where lofty ceilings, decorative cornices, polished timber floors and original fireplaces speak to an era when craftsmanship was everything.
The floorplan remains true to its heritage, with four well-proportioned bedrooms branching off the central corridor before flowing to a spacious living and dining zone - the perfect foundation for reimagining family life or crafting an inspired city-fringe retreat.
The kitchen and bathroom, neat yet vintage in flavour, set the scene for creative renewal - ready to be reworked in line with modern convenience while preserving the home's historic charm.
Outside, a large rear yard invites imagination: space for an alfresco addition, lush garden or a seamless extension that ties old and new together under the same iron roof.
Adding to its functional appeal is secure off-street parking for multiple vehicles, a powered workshop/garage for trades or tinkerers and an expansive vine-covered pergola - a ready-made outdoor escape framed by established greenery.
From here, the lifestyle writes itself. Stroll to Plant 4 Bowden for your morning coffee, explore Prospect Road's buzzing dining precinct, cool off at the newly developed North Adelaide Aquatic Centre or wander through the city's northern parklands in minutes. The location, like the home, is classic Adelaide; central, connected and effortlessly livable.
Features to note:
1905-built symmetrical cottage set privately off Torrens Road
Character features including high ceilings, fireplaces, arched hallway and timber floors
Flexible four-bedroom layout with generous proportions
Spacious living and dining area with potential for open-plan reconfiguration
Original kitchen and bathroom ready for modern transformation
Expansive rear yard with scope to extend or landscape
Powered double garage/workshop plus multiple off-street parking spaces
Outdoor entertaining area with established trees and vine-covered pergola
Location:
Just moments from Bowden's Plant 3 and Plant 4 markets
Walk to Prospect Road's café, bar and shopping precinct
Close to North Adelaide parklands and the new Aquatic Centre
Under 10 minutes to the CBD by car, train or tram
Zoned for high-demand city-fringe schools such as North Adelaide Primary, Adelaide High & Adelaide Botanic High Schools, and easy access to transport
Method of Sale:
For sale by Public Auction which will take place on-site at the property on Saturday 6th December at 10:00AM. The Form 1 document may be inspected at our office three business days prior to auction and at the place of auction 30 minutes before the auction commences.
Price Guide:
The property is available for purchase through a public auction. In compliance with the vendors' instructions (and current legislation), a specific price guide will not be provided. However, recent sales data can be requested via email and will also be available at open inspections.
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/33Torrens
For more information:
Please contact the selling agents directly: Both Thomas and Cassandra 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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