Lowe & Co Realty
Real Estate Agents
- Listing #:
- LOWE5531
- Listed:
- 428 days ago
BEO $895,000
130SQM CHARACTER|OWNED 96 YEARS
39 Sutherland Crescent, Melrose, WellingtonResidential House
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- 2 Bedrooms
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- 1 Bathroom
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- 130m2 Floor Area
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- 498m2 Land Area
About this property
For sale for the very first time since it was built in 1927 for the owners' grandparents, this largely original bungalow combines charming period features and exceptional sun with spectacular views that stretch across Wellington Zoo to the urban jungle of downtown. Cherish its rich character or add value at your leisure while listening to the lions roar. Features include:- 130sqm^ of spacious living, featuring a sunny lounge and attached sunroom with grandstand views, two double bedrooms, a bathroom with a claw-foot bath, a separate laundry with a shower, and a separate dining room which has the potential to be a third bedroom
- Amazingly original with all the vintage trappings of a classic bungalow: bevelled glass, bay window, rimu joinery, oak panelling, Carrara ceilings, leadlights, tiled fireplaces, picture rails ... an exquisite '20s showcase
- Add value option through modernising, cosmetic improvements or reconfiguring to maximise space
- Functional kitchen but with the bonus of a chip heater on wetback to save on those energy bills
- Easy-care outdoor living, complete with a viewing deck above the house, and a gem of a 'man cave' with workshop and storage
- The slight walkup enhances the elevated position for full sun and sensational views that sweep from the Brooklyn turbine in the west to the Orongorongos in the east while overlooking the zoo and city to the north
- Located near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac just metres from the entrance to the Southern Walkway and Melrose Park and Play area and a short stroll from Truby King Park and the town belt
- Buyer Enquiry Over $895,000
Superbly presented, this enchanting home is totally sheltered from the southerly and within easy commuting or biking distance of the CBD. First-home buyers, families or professionals will adore this much-loved character home. Don't miss Sunday's viewing.
(^Source: Property Guru)
Tender closes 2pm, Thursday 21st September 2023 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)
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