1 Racecourse Rd, Brighton is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces and was built in 1890. The property has a land size of 1067m2 and floor size of 154m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2025.
Transform potential into perfection with this charming property located in the vibrant centre of Brighton's CBD! This classic colonial home built in 1890 has been partially renovated and is poised to flourish with your own distinctive touch. The property is sure to excite first home buyers, house flippers, historians and developers/investors, with its unique history, large land parcel and central location.
Classic Colonial Charm
Inside, the hallway has been opened up, allowing the space to flow from room to room and connecting living with dining. The home has been replastered, some floors renovated and all highlighted by pops of original convict sandstone - a reminder of this property's amazing past.
Three bedrooms are a good size, filled with natural light, and feature gorgeous, decorative fireplaces and tastefully painted dado panelling. A fourth, smaller bedroom could be easily utilised as a study or nursery.
A fabulous bullnose verandah surrounds the property, whilst the galvanised iron roof has been recently refurbished.
Functional and Spacious Amenities
The heart of the home, the family-friendly kitchen, boasts ample storage and pantry space, complete with a breakfast bar for casual dining or morning coffees. Adjacent is a spacious dining area, complete with new floating floors and ready to be further personalised to your taste. Our chilly Hobart winters are made warm by a combination of reverse cycle inverter, free standing wood heater, plus a panel heater in the dining room.
A well-appointed family bathroom completes the home, including a lovely antique vanity, whilst the large laundry room offers ample cabinetry and more than enough space to make your domestic chores a breeze.
Delightful Outdoor Space
Outside, the huge, fully fenced yard offers a secure and expansive area for children and pets to play or for you to unwind, with endless possibilities for customization. There are two large garden sheds for storing your gardening items, raised vegetable gardens, a water tank plus a striking undercover al fresco dining space to entertain your guests, book ended by a stunning bluestone wall.
Exceptional Location
Step into a world of convenience where daily errands become a breeze. This property's prime location means you are just moments away from shops, schools, cafes and local services.
Plus, with more than 1,000 m of land, there is the potential for strata development in the future (STCA).
This 1890's home is brimming with potential and, with a little TLC, is poised to become something truly special.
Contact Mark today to schedule an appointment to view this charming residence in person. Don't miss your chance to explore the possibilities this home has to offer!
Colonial character, partial renovation
Huge block size, fully fenced and secure
Undercover entertaining, twin sheds, shading trees
3 minutes walk into Brighton central
10 minutes walk to Brighton Primary School
Council Rates: $1,500 p.a. approx
Water Rates: $1,000 p.a. approx
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The size of Brighton is approximately 31.0 square kilometres. It has 3 parks covering nearly 0.3% of total area. The population of Brighton in 2016 was 4086 people. By 2021 the population was 4983 showing a population growth of 22.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Brighton is 20-29 years. Households in Brighton are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Brighton work in a trades occupation.In 2021, 76.40% of the homes in Brighton were owner-occupied compared with 74.20% in 2016.
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