109 Suffolk Street

West Footscray VIC 3012

• Solar energy, laundry facilities, ducted heating and cooling, updated electrics, off-street parking and preserved period details

• Steps to cafés, sporting clubs, playgrounds and schools, near shops, city transport and Footscray, Seddon and Yarraville

Poised, alluring and as elegant as ever, this mid-century classic keeps every ounce of its character, delivers an array of tasteful updates and offers a sense of calm rare so close to the city, all from a prized position opposite Shepherd Gardens.

Quick to impress with its triple-fronted form and expression typical of the era, a broad front veranda stages a park backdrop for a morning coffee, afternoon with a novel or sunset cocktail with a neighbour; the perfect precursor to interiors weaving warmth and comfort into style and function. Three sizeable bedrooms are well-served by plentiful storage, a smart main bathroom with a bathtub and second bathroom with an integrated laundry, while substantial living and dining areas sit either side of a timber-top kitchen boasting upscale appliances.

Refreshingly low-maintenance, a rear deck wraps around to meet the front veranda and transform the home into an entertainer’s haven, while the neighbouring park offers energetic kids the best backyard imaginable. Without a thing to do but move in and enjoy, other highlights include solar energy minimising utility costs, ducted heating and cooling, updated electrics, off-street parking, induction cooking and picture rails, elaborate ceilings and hardwood floors keeping inherent charm alive.

Why you’ll love this location:

From a quiet street famed for its family atmosphere, it’s only ever a short walk to great coffee at Dumbo and Brother Nancy, scattered playgrounds and sporting clubs, zoned Footscray West Primary and buses on several routes.

Christ The King and St John’s Primary Schools, Caroline Chisholm College and zoned Maribyrnong College add to superb schooling options, while mere moments away are Central West and Barkly Village shops, Highpoint’s extensive retail, Victoria University, the new hospital, trains reaching the city in no time and the day-and-night buzz of Footscray, Seddon and Yarraville.

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