12 Nicholson Road, Subiaco WA 6008

OFFERS CLOSING 4pm 31st MAY 2021 (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) - First time offered for sale in nearly 30 years.

Perched along the prestigious gateway entrance to Subiaco, on the edge of Kings Park with a prominent corner position with views that overlook the Nicholson Road Reserve.
Set on a green title 400sqm landholding with a sought after northern rear which backs onto a dedicated laneway, this precious and very rare property is one of a kind that has a significant cultural heritage and presents the opportunity for the astute, discerning and selective buyer to acquire and bring it back to its former glory.

The authentic block of purpose-built flats with Inter-War Functionalist architectural style was constructed circa Mid 1930's built by Totterdell Builders Ltd, a family firm which had been closely associated with the development of Subiaco since they moved here from England in 1904. Designed and built as the home of the late Sir Joseph Totterdell, who was a master builder craftsman, he served as the president of the Master Builders Association of WA (early 1930s) and of the Master Builders Federation of Australia (mid 1930s). Mr Totterdell also served as the Lord Mayor of Perth (1946-1953) and as the Liberal member for West Perth in the Legislative Assembly (1950-1953). In January 1953 he became known as Sir Joseph Totterdell, after he was awarded a knighthood in the New Years Honours list. Purpose built for Sir Joseph and Florence as a high-quality, low-maintenance alternative to the traditional house. It also seems likely that the name of the property, "Shirley Court", was chosen to honour their only daughter, Florence Shirley Totterdell. (Information researched from the Heritage Council of WA database).

The existing two level building comprises of an independent and self contained separate ground-floor flat and an upstairs flat that have similar floor plans (see attached) and finishes and consist of 2 bedrooms, open plan living and lounge rooms with a separate dining room. Both flats have a sunroom at the rear and the upstairs flat has a small balcony at the front. There is a shared laundry and a double garage at the rear of the building which has an entry from Rupert Street.
Please note that the current usage is as a single residential house. This property is ripe for renovation and represents a truly unique opportunity and presents the astute buyer with the following potential usability options to consider;
- Renovate and restore both flats to their original splendour and live the iconic Subiaco lifestyle (renovations may be subject to local planning policies and relevant approvals)
- Live in as one amazing low maintenance living family home
- Consider exploring the potential to restore to two former independent dwellings (subject to change of use use approval by City of Subiaco)
- If this is approved then a a potential conversion into two individual strata titles may be considered (subject to approvals by City of Subiaco / WAPC and any other relevant authorities)
- Consider the conversion of usage to office / consulting which may provide the opportunity to live and work from home being so close to the CBD and West Perth (subject to change of use use approval by City of Subiaco)
- Perfect for multigenerational living
- Buy now and hold a unique piece of our local history

Lifestyle benefits:
- On the doorstep to possibly one of the best Parks and Botanic Gardens in the world
- Early morning and evening walks all year round
- A suburb with a rich history and a family friendly atmosphere
- Easy access to public transport
- Within Close proximity to excellent schools
- Easy access to the CBD

One thing for certain is that there isn't another property like this on the market and the opportunity to secure another one like it may never come around again.
For further details, or to arrange an onsite viewing please register your interest.

Please note that this property is listed on City of Subiaco Local Government Inventory Heritage List (Considerable Significance Level 2), Town Planning Scheme Heritage List and is listed within the Salisbury & Rupert Street Heritage area (Contributory Building). 12 Nicholson Road is zoned Residential R20 and is located within sub-precinct 1 of the Triangle Precinct.
Should any interested parties consider any works to be done on the property then the local planning policies are applicable further to standard residential design codes and City of Subiaco local planning policy 3.5 - Development guidelines for places on the Heritage List (LPP3.5) and consultation with a heritage architect and the City of Subiaco's Planning and Heritage Officers.

The property is sold in "As is" and "Where is" condition.

Details of Certificate of Title
LOT 58 on Plan 2808
Volume 2074 Folio 698

APPROXIMATE OUTGOINGS;
Council Rates: $3,231.16 approximately per annum
Water Rates: $1,019.90 approximately per annum

Disclaimer:
* The above information is provided for general information purposes only and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy of the information and all interested parties should make their own independent enquiries relating to the information provided and place no reliance on it . Any chattels depicted or described in the information are not included in the sale unless specified in the Offer and Acceptance. Any development potential relating to this property is subject to approvals from the relevant authorities and buyers are encouraged to make their own investigations. The seller reserves the right to sell the property prior to the advertised closing date.