$870,000 - $920,000
• Instantly inviting two-bedroom Californian Bungalow with timeless period appeal
• Exciting renovation and extension potential (STCA) in a highly sought-after city-fringe lifestyle location
• Beautiful heritage details including leadlight front windows, high decorative ceilings and timber floorboards
• Two bedrooms with built-in robes
• Sunny kitchen/meals area with solid timber cabinetry and quality appliances
• Generous living room featuring a charming brick fireplace
• Large, versatile study
• Light-filled sunroom
• Central bathroom with shower-over-bath, plus separate toilet
• Large walk-in laundry with generous linen storage
• Split-system heating and cooling for year-round comfort
• Private, brick-paved courtyard garden ideal for alfresco entertaining
• Secure garage with convenient side access
Beautifully maintained and rich in period appeal, this two-bedroom Californian Bungalow presents an immediately inviting home with exciting potential for renovation and extension (STCA) in one of Footscray’s most sought-after locations. With its elegant heritage features offering endless inspiration for a sophisticated old-meets-new transformation, this is a character-filled home with a compelling future.
Two well-proportioned bedrooms, each with built-in robes, are positioned alongside the centrally located bathroom, creating a practical and comfortable accommodation zone. Beyond, a series of distinct living spaces provides flexibility for everyday life, working from home and relaxed entertaining.
At the heart of the home, the generous lounge room creates a warm and welcoming retreat, complete with a charming period ambience. A large study provides valuable additional space for those working from home, while the adjoining sunroom offers another versatile space to enjoy throughout the seasons.
The inviting kitchen and meals area combines functionality with timeless appeal, featuring solid timber cabinetry, quality appliances and ample room for a dining table. A pleasant outlook towards the rear garden enhances the connection to the outdoors, while the large walk-in laundry, complete with linen storage, adds further practicality.
Throughout the home, original details including ornate decorative ceilings, timber floorboards and leadlight front windows celebrate its Californian Bungalow heritage, complemented by split-system heating and cooling for year-round comfort.
Outside, the private brick-paved courtyard garden provides a sunny, north-facing setting for relaxed alfresco dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the outdoors. A secure garage, accessed via the side of the property, adds valuable off-street parking and storage.
With its inviting spaces, beautiful period character and exciting potential, this is a home that will charm upon inspection and inspire for years to come.
Why you’ll love this location:
Perfectly positioned for an easy, walk-to-everything lifestyle and just 8km* from Melbourne’s vibrant CBD, this address delivers an enviable balance of local convenience, community spirit and effortless city connectivity.
Start the day with coffee at West48, just a six-minute* walk away or pick up freshly baked treats from Gordon Street Bakery, an eight-minute* stroll from home. Barkly Street’s lively bars and eateries are within easy walking distance, while Barkly Village offers a welcoming mix of shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and services. Pick up fresh bread from Inner West Swedish Baker, browse The Chestnut Tree Bookshop or enjoy pizza at Harley & Rose.
With a bus stop less than 100m* away, Footscray’s vibrant centre is easily accessible for international dining, the Footscray Market and Footscray Plaza, while Central West Shopping Centre is a five-minute* drive away.
Enjoy easy access to Whitten Oval, local parks and reserves, with Footscray Park, the Maribyrnong River and Flemington Racecourse also close by.
Families are well served by St John’s Primary School, Footscray Primary School and Footscray High School, while West Footscray Station is an easy walk away, providing regular trains to the CBD and a seamless daily commute.
*Approximate
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Parkings
- 1
- Study
- 1
- House Size
- 97 m²
