Glendowie - Enduring Classic with Wide Appeal

Description

The opportunity to secure a foothold in this outstanding suburb comes as an early Christmas present in the shape of this groovy 1960s weatherboard home. Perfect for first home buyers, investors, downsizing couples and even a young family, this smartly renovated dwelling close to Crossfield Reserve has so much to offer. Located on a leafy street with trimmed berms the child-friendly footpaths both sides provide peace of mind for parents of youngsters on bikes and scooters.
Nominally elevated on a brick base, the sunny home has a welcoming and inviting feel with newer flooring attractively anchoring the open plan lounge featuring a heat pump. Spaces are light and airy with easy flow integrating a gorgeous dining area where French doors access a north facing deck. An idyllic spot, this private rear courtyard has a pocket of lawn and is fully fenced to accommodate security conscious dog owners. The nifty galley kitchen with deep claret glass back splash separating gas hob and canopy rangehood has ample cabinetry but there's scope to install that dream kitchen if desired. Beside the back door, a separate laundry has the retro twin tubs while the updated bathroom offers shower over bath, heated ladder, toilet and a floating vanity nook. All three bedrooms have built in closets and there's some handy extra hallway storage while a shed in the garden stows the tools.
Off street parking for two vehicles and zoned for Glendowie School and College. Close to the 774 bus-route for a Britomart commute on weekdays and with leisurely walkways and reserves on the nearby Tamaki Estuary, this tidy treasure boasts the many feel-good factors that are sure to entice keen buyers - so move quick.