If you thought buying in a 4000 postcode is impossible, think again. Come and be charmed by this outstanding two-bedroom house full of character and with endless possibilities. Whether you are looking for something to move in ready or a potential project to make your own, you will adore this colonial cottage style home and its unbeatable location.
Currently vacant and ready to move in, 7 Melford Street (aka 187 Hale Street) is positioned centrally in the highly sought-after and very tightly held suburb of historic Petrie Terrace. This absolute entry level charming home on a corner lot, offers extreme convenience with so many amenities within walking distance. Securely set back, the home has a new Colourbond boundary fence with electronic security gate which leads to another electric garage door, enabling parking for up to two vehicles off street.
The external front timber staircase takes you onto the quintessential open veranda. Inside the home you are immediately treated to wonderful character features including hoop pine polished timber flooring, VJ timber walls and beautiful timber fretwork including the lovely timber archway that separates the open plan dining and living areas. The bedrooms are of a good size and also feature original timber VJ's walls.
At the rear of the home is the U-shaped kitchen area with a stainless-steel oven and electric cooktop, plenty of cupboard space and dual wash sinks that overlook the rear courtyard through the beautifully stained-glass casement windows. On the other side is a recently renovated bathroom, with floor to ceiling tiles and large walk-in shower.
The rear garden is a serene spot to relax and unwind, a low maintenance concrete courtyard with mature peripheral plants and under cover shade canopy, it's hard to believe the hustle and bustle of Brisbane's CBD is just around the corner
Additional features include:
• Bright and open living
• 6.6kw Solar Panels, Inverter and battery
• Ducted heating and cooling
• Split system air-conditioning in the living area and bedrooms
• Single lock-up garage with under house storage space and laundry room
In close vicinity to some of the best private schools in Brisbane, this residence sits within the catchment zones for Petrie Terrace State School and Kelvin Grove State College. Meanwhile, a vibrant and convenient lifestyle does not get much easier with Suncorp Stadium, shopping at Victoria Barracks, Ithaca swimming pool, YMCA, tennis courts, entertainment on Caxton Street and local transport options all just a moments' walk away.
Please note - Virtual furniture has been used in some of the photos
