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THIS APARTMENT HAS IT ALL – RESORT LIFESTYLE

“Waverley Manors” is a well known, secure complex with an ambience more consistent with a luxury resort.
This property is head and shoulders above others. Where else will you find a fully renovated apartment with 2 ensuited bedrooms, open plan living, dining and kitchen, ample storage, integrated laundry and remote garage access.
The quality renovation features tasteful tiles and fixtures, dishwasher, integrated refrigerator, frameless shower screens, built in wardrobes, airconditioning throughout, and an enormous balcony with direct access from the lounge and dining areas by way of sliding doors. You’ll feel you are on holiday every day as you enjoy the views over palm trees to the swimming pool and shared BBQ area.
Did we mention proximity to facilities? Public transport, Indooroopilly Shoppingtown, cafes and restaurants – it’s all here. In addition it is about a 12 minute drive into the city and there is a direct bus service to the University of Queensland from a stop just a few metres away.
Suited to an owner occupier, investor or perhaps you’re looking for accommodation for your university aged offspring. There’s plenty to like about this attractive property – move in with no work to do!

17 Merlin St, Tennyson QLD 4105

A perfect starter home for first home buyers has hit the market in this sought after pocket of Tennyson, just a stones throw from King Arthur Terrace and within walking distance of popular facilities, including the Queensland Tennis Centre, childrens’ playground, park and walking track, from where you can enjoy views over the Brisbane River.  There is convenient access to a bus service, with stops along King Arthur Terrace.

Refurbished, neat and tidy, with 3 bedrooms, new kitchen and bathroom, polished timber floors and fresh paint, just move in and unpack.

On a level 607m2 block, there is scope to extend to suit your needs.  Children will enjoy the abundance of grassy playing area, which is fenced and secure, together with the cubby house/fort purpose built around the shady tree.  A covered entertaining area at the side doubles as a play area for children.

This could be your entry to this popular and prestigious suburb!

17 Jordan St, Sherwood

Situated in the coveted Sherwood ‘highside’ location, this well maintained home is move-in ready.

Featuring a flexible floor plan, you’ll appreciate the options to enjoy the home depending on your family situation. On the upper level the main bedroom has an adjoining walk in robe and ensuite. There is also a study/office on this level which could also be a bedroom for a young child. Enjoy a spa experience at home in the generous sized family bathroom complete with a deep bathtub.

Three open plan living areas provide for a dining, living and family space with direct access to the kitchen and north facing deck with its pleasant views of the pretty garden and surrounds.

The modern kitchen will appeal to the keen cook as the appliances have been carefully considered and include a full-size oven with rotisserie, 5 burner gas cooktop, combination microwave oven, steamer oven and warming drawers, together with plenty of bench space.

Internal stairs lead down to 2 generous sized bedrooms and a large space to use as you wish – as a bedroom/teenagers retreat or family/media room perhaps. A bathroom, laundry and internal access to the garage complete the functional layout on this level.

Quality fixtures and fittings as well as storage have been prioritised in this home, with generous sized built ins, and general use cupboards cleverly located in the most needed areas.

Open, light, functional and liveable are the words that come to mind. With many outdoor spaces to enjoy, the home makes the most of the pleasant Brisbane weather. Traditional features include VJ walls, ceiling plasters, polished wide pine flooring, high ceilings and French doors. The property is within walking distance of shops, supermarket, railway station, bus stops and well respected schools, and is just 10km to the CBD.

This delightful family home is awaiting a new owner – could it be you?

Viewings on Saturday 21 March. Please phone agent for viewing times.

Buyers, please note that in accordance with current recommendations, entry to the property will not be permitted to people displaying symptoms of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and/or those who meet other ‘at risk’ criteria as stipulated by health authorities.

A SURPRISE PACKET

The seller has instructed a price reduction!
….So here’s your perfect opportunity to buy into Sherwood without the expected price tag. This charming house has been tastefully renovated with the opportunity remaining for a new owner to continue to develop and reap the rewards.
North facing, with city views from the front sun room, you’ll appreciate the breezes and pretty outlook. Original features of this home which include VJs, polished timber floors, French doors and ornate plaster ceilings, have been preserved.
Direct access from the lounge to the sunroom allows for 2 separate living areas.
The generous sized main bedroom enjoys the convenience of an adjoining dressing room which could be remodelled into an ensuite or study.
Underneath is where you can let your imagination run wild as the house has already been lifted ready to be built in to accommodate your changing needs. In the meantime, the area allows for 2 car parking (lock up) , laundry and large storage area. There is also an entertaining area on this level with views to the pretty garden.
On a manageable, fully fenced, neat block well away from the flood boundary of 2011, this home has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle right now. An added bonus is the close proximity to shops and public transport and the property is in the catchment area for Sherwood State Primary School and Corinda State High School.
The savvy buyer will appreciate the opportunity on offer here at 67 Borden Street – just move in and unpack in the knowledge that you won’t need to move house to gain more space further down the track.

SPACIOUS RENOVATED TOOWONG TOWN HOUSE

Located in a highly desirable complex, “Miskin Mews”, you’ll be surprised by the liveability of this renovated townhouse. The open plan kitchen, dining and living areas offer maximum space and flexibility of furniture placement. Ample kitchen storage together with granite benchtops ensures you have the best of both worlds – a house sized kitchen but with the low maintenance aspect of a townhome.
Upstairs, the modern combined bathroom/laundry is very functional and flooded with natural light. The 2 comfortable bedrooms are airconditioned and the main enjoys pretty views over the garden as well as a balcony and walk in robe.
Relax in the generous sized rear courtyard which is accessed via large doors from the lounge room. A swimming pool, tennis court area and pretty gardens are well maintained and accessible from the courtyard.
The property inclusions comprise of a clothes dryer, near new fridge, washing machine, dryer and dishwasher.
Just move in and unpack. A perfect property for buyers looking for a low maintenance, easy living home just a stones throw from public transport facilities, BBC, Toowong College and a short drive to primary schools and shops.
A savvy buyer will appreciate all that is on offer here – it could be yours by Christmas!

SELLERS RELOCATING

Everything predictable about a Queenslander home you will find in this beautifully maintained 2 level family property – Polished timber floors, VJ timber walls, French doors, high ceilings and most of all – liveability.
And then there is the pleasantly unexpected – Open spaces right from the front door flowing to the rear north facing deck, a quality modern kitchen which has been fitted out with European appliances any chef or keen home cook would fall in love with including a 5-burner gas cooktop, combo microwave oven, steamer oven, warming drawers and a full sized main oven with rotisserie.
Relax and enjoy the breezes and pretty garden view from the entertaining sized deck. Clever planting ensures the rear garden is both private, but functional with well established herb and vegetable gardens and native specimens which attract abundant bird life. You could easily while away the time in this delightful surround not realizing you are only 10km from the CBD.
The flexible floor plan will allow any family to adjust the use of the bedrooms according to their needs. Upstairs is the main bedroom, including walk in robe and ensuite as well as a home office/study which could double as a nursery or bedroom for a young child.
Internal stairs lead down to another 3 bedrooms, one of which opens directly onto a rear outdoor entertaining area and garden, and could easily function as a teenagers’ retreat, rumpus or home office.
Attention to detail in the choices of quality fixtures and fittings throughout are obvious and the provision of ample storage by way of generous cupboard space has been given careful consideration. Fully fenced, children and pets will be just at home here.
This is a perfect Queenslander enjoying a clever mix of the character of the original but with subtle changes to enhance the spaces for modern day living.
Tightly held Jordan Street is considered one of the most desirable in high side Sherwood. If you’re not familiar with the area, the community feel will soon become apparent as you recognise the benefits of close access to public transport (train and bus), shops, cafes, restaurants and schools. A significant bonus is the proximity to the Sherwood Arboretum, which is within walking distance.
This is a family home which will have immense appeal to the buyer who appreciates a delightful, fresh and utterly liveable space.
Savour the ‘welcome home’ feeling the moment you walk through the front door. You could be enjoying all that is on offer here by Christmas!

17 Kinkead Sherwood

It is rare to find a property in this location, situated on a corner block of 620m2 with 3 street access. In an elevated position with views to the leafy Sherwood Arboretum, you’ll enjoy the quietness of this popular enclave in ‘highside’ Sherwood, known for its’ high end properties and capital growth.
On offer is a solid brick and tile split level home with a functional floor plan. The bedrooms are separated from the kitchen/living/dining area by a multipurpose space which could be converted to a perfect reading nook or study. Views of the pretty garden are enjoyed from every room and generously sized sliding doors open to the rear north facing private courtyard/entertaining area. Secure access from the laundry and garage directly into the house is via internal stairs.

There is plenty of garden play space for children and pets and the property is fully fenced.

Local conveniences and facilities are within walking distance – Sherwood State School, train station, bus services, and the Sherwood shopping precinct with its choice of restaurants and cafes. The Sherwood Arboretum is in close proximity, where locals enjoy many picnic and BBQ areas, pleasant walking tracks and beautiful surrounds.

Appreciate all that is on offer at 17 Kinkead Avenue. There is scope to make your mark here – perhaps remodel, renovate or rebuild – the choice is yours! Regardless of which option you choose, your investment will reap the rewards

121 Central Ave, Sherwood

It’s rare that a property of this quality and price becomes available in the popular suburb of Sherwood.
Designed to be low maintenance, the home will appeal to first home buyers, investors, or perhaps older folk wishing to downsize and enjoy the convenience of low set living.
Freshly painted, carpeted and in excellent condition, there are 3 bedrooms each with built-ins and 2 bathrooms, one of which is an ensuite. Enjoy the breezes from the eastern facing outdoor patio with access via sliding doors from the dining area.
The functional floor plan allows separation of living from sleeping zones and includes a direct access internal door from the garage.
The garden which is neat and tidy, provides scope for further development if you possess a green thumb.
The home is within the Sherwood School catchment zone. Locals know the conveniences of the local area with good access to public transport, shops, restaurants, cafes and medical facilities.
Don’t miss the opportunity to inspect this well maintained home where your investment will reap rewards. The astute buyer will appreciate all that is on offer here!

29 Cairns Street Red Hill

You’ll need to be quick to secure this affordable home in a terrific location. Situated just 3km from the Brisbane CBD, you will enjoy the convenience of being able to walk to buses, shops and cafes. Public transport options are a bonus – catch a bus at the top of the street to QUT Kelvin Grove Campus, Royal Brisbane Hospital, Brisbane City, Southbank and Roma Street Station, from where you can connect to any number of train or bus travel options.
Features include 3 bedrooms – main with air conditioning, polished timber floors, updated kitchen and bathroom, lock up storage under, a neat garden and space for 2 vehicles off road (one lock up). Entertain on the front deck, from where you will capture northerly breezes, or enjoy the garden view from the rear patio.
You will appreciate all that is on offer here. This home has been well maintained – just move in, unpack and settle into of one of Brisbane’s most sought after suburbs

86 Sixth Avenue, Bardon

AN OPPORTUNITY AWAITS        Floorplan

Built in the 1930’s, this Queenslander style home offers boundless opportunities for a new owner. And judging by sales prices achieved in recent times, buyers appreciate that Sixth Avenue is one of the most sought after streets in Bardon.

Set in a quiet yet convenient suburban enclave, there are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (including an ensuite) and a separate powder room, 2 living areas and under cover garaging for 2 vehicles. Enjoy city glimpses and breezes from the north facing rear deck, cool off in the pool, appreciate the pretty garden – this home has plenty of appeal. Walking distance to bus transport and good access to schools adds to the list of positives.
Traditional features include timber floorboards, ornate plaster ceilings, French doors and leadlight windows. Comfortable and well maintained, there is scope for a new owner to add value if desired. Perhaps raise and build underneath to truly capture city views.
The garden is fully fenced and suitable for children and pets and there is plenty of storage room underneath.
Inspect to truly discover all that is on offer here. Your address could be 86 Sixth Avenue by Christmas!