Lowe & Co Realty
Real Estate Agents
- Listing #:
- RX4927533
- Listed:
- 10 days ago
Tender
Architectural Soul in the Heart of Aro
127 Aro Street, Aro Valley, WellingtonResidential House
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- 2 Bedrooms
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- 1 Bathroom
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- 1 Living Room
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- 91m2 Floor Area
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- 190m2 Land Area
About this property
Tucked into the sunny side of Aro Street, this reimagined late-1800s cottage offers a rare blend of heritage charm and considered architectural design. Thoughtfully transformed by Gerald Melling of Melling Morse Architects, the home opens beautifully to the rear, creating a light-filled, open-plan living space with seamless flow to a surprisingly private garden oasis. Just moments from Aro Village and minutes to the city, this is character living with a contemporary edge — comfortable and functional as is, yet offering exciting scope to further enhance and add your own creative touch over time.• Reimagined by Gerald Melling of Melling Morse Architects, blending original villa character with a striking mid-century inspired extension
• Light-filled open-plan living and dining designed to connect effortlessly with the outdoors
• Two double bedrooms plus a mezzanine study overlooking the living area – ideal as a nursery, guest space, or work-from-home retreat
• Original late-1800s features paired with architectural enhancements for modern comfort
• Flat, sheltered backyard with exceptional indoor/outdoor flow – a hidden garden sanctuary with birdlife, peace and greenery right in the city
• Flexible, functional layout that is very liveable today, with potential to modernise, refresh or further personalise to suit your style
• One bathroom with new bath and shower, and opportunity to add value over time if desired
• Positioned on the sunny side of the street, just a short stroll to Aro Village favourites including Garage Project, Rita, local cafés and boutique shops
• Just a few minutes walk to Aro Street Pre-School.
• Walk, bike or catch the bus to the CBD in minutes and enjoy easy access to the walking and mountain biking trails of Polhill Reserve
• Offers invited upwards from $950,000
With its unbeatable inner-city convenience, timeless character and cool architectural pedigree, this home will particularly appeal to buyers who appreciate design but also see the opportunity to make their own mark in a tightly held neighbourhood. Rarely do homes in this position offer both immediate enjoyment and genuine potential — don't miss the Sunday viewing!
Tender closes 12pm, Thursday 12th March 2026 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)
Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified).
Sun 8th Mar 2:00pm ~ 2:30pm
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