There's a rare kind of freedom in a home that can be two homes. Standing solid in double brick on a completely level block, with a fully paved frontage that swallows five cars and a garage beside, this residence offers separate external and internal stair access between its two levels. Live across both as one large family home, or draw the line and let the ground floor operate entirely independently. Established trees soften the streetscape, and the low-maintenance garden asks little in return. It's a home that suits extended families, home-based business owners, and investors looking for a property that can work two ways at once.
Climb the external stairs to the heart of the home, where a central hallway divides three sunlit bedrooms from expansive living zones. The formal lounge flows through sliding doors to the dining room, opening up for gatherings or closing off for quiet nights in. Warm-toned floors run underfoot, wide windows draw sunlight through the day, and the island kitchen with dark-toned benchtops with matching splashback and stainless steel oven with five-burner cooktop anchors the space. Downstairs opens an entirely different chapter: a vast rumpus with exposed brick and polished concrete, plus its own kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Run a studio, salon or consultancy below while living above, or connect both levels for one large family home.
Additional features include a separate laundry with direct balcony access, abundant cupboard storage, built-in robes throughout, a backyard shed and workshop, and secure off-street parking for multiple vehicles.
The location is exceptional. Blackburn Square Shopping Centre with its Coles, Woolworths and speciality stores sits within an easy walk, as does the highly regarded Blackburn High School. A quick drive to Old Orchard Primary School and St Philip's Primary School serve the area. Bus routes along Springfield Road connect to Blackburn and Laburnum Stations on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines. Plenty of green spaces like Koonung Reserve, Cootamundra Walk, and Koonung Creek trail offers walking and cycling close by.
