{"Slug":"house-12-the-ridgeway-ivanhoe-vic-3079-2","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/house-12-the-ridgeway-ivanhoe-vic-3079-2","Address":"12 The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe, Vic 3079","Suburb":"Ivanhoe","State":"VIC","Postcode":"3079","PropertyType":"House","Status":"For Sale","Headline":null,"Description":"Elevated on one of Fairy Hills' most sought-after streets, this substantial Federation residence is enhanced by a thoughtful contemporary extension, delivering generous family living across two levels. Set behind established deciduous gardens, the red brick and render façade and broad covered verandah introduce a home of enduring character. Inside, original period detail is immediately evident with wide timber floorboards, a stained glass fanlight and a central hallway framed by ornate cornicing, picture rails and warm neutral tones. A formal living room with an open fireplace and arched windows sits at the front, complemented by a versatile adjoining room with built-in shelving and a garden outlook, ideal as either a home office or formal dining room. The ground floor main bedroom offers a private retreat with walk-in robe and ensuite including freestanding bath, heated towel rail and generous vanity. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms retain their period character with cornicing, ceiling roses and built-in robes, alongside a central bathroom, and a separate retreat providing flexible living or study space. A signature arched opening marks the transition to the rear extension where open-plan living unfolds beneath gabled ceilings with full-height glazing and sliding doors connecting seamlessly to the outdoors. The kitchen is centred by a marble island with breakfast seating, supported by ample cabinetry, walk-in pantry and quality finishes, while the adjoining dining and family zones open directly to the undercover alfresco. The outdoor setting includes a hardwood deck, pool with glass fencing and timber screening, and a level lawn, offering a private and functional space for families and entertaining. A double garage completes the offering. A Fairy Hills family domain of rare appeal only footsteps to Ivanhoe Grammar School, presents a remarkable family lifestyle opportunity near Ivanhoe's excellent cafe and shopping precinct, train station, golf course, Chelsworth Park and riverside walking trails.","YearBuilt":null,"LandArea":null,"Price":{"Currency":"AUD","Amount":null,"Display":"Auction $3,500,000 - $3,850,000"},"Bedrooms":"5","Bathrooms":"2","Parking":"2","Features":[{"Name":"Bedrooms","Value":"5"},{"Name":"Bathrooms","Value":"2"},{"Name":"Carports","Value":"2"},{"Name":"Area","Value":"1,270 m²"}],"Inspections":[],"Auctions":[{"Title":"Sat 14 Nov at 2:00 pm","Address":"12 The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe, Vic 3079","Date":"2026-11-14T14:00:00","Outcome":null,"Upcoming":true}],"TimeZone":"AUS Eastern Standard Time","Latitude":-37.773758,"Longitude":145.04371233,"Agent":{"Name":"Liz Walker","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/agent/liz-walker"},"Agency":{"Name":"Nelson Alexander - Ivanhoe  ","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/agency/nelson-alexander-ivanhoe"},"CreatedAt":"2026-11-06T09:25:19.6538094","UpdatedAt":"2026-11-06T09:25:19.6952344"}