24 Hawthorne Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102

Many options here. Consult with your town planner, architect and designer.

This is a unique opportunity as a home, development potential (STCA) or simply landbank.

The old adage of location, location, location holds true with this property. Just 2 kms from the Brisbane CBD and walking distance to the iconic "Gabba" ground, home to AFL and cricket enthusiasts. Footsteps to Mater Hospital, PA Hospital, universities, high ranking primary and secondary schools, shopping, numerous eateries, gyms and all amenities this vibrant inner-city suburb has to offer.

Historical Woolloongabba is earmarked to be the central suburb for the Brisbane Olympic Games in 2032 and will experience significant renewal and gentrification over the next few years. While planning is in its infancy, "The Gabba" ground has been tagged to be the main Olympic stadium.

Available for the first time in 30 years, the property is on a 775sqm lot with north/south orientation and 15.3m street frontage.

The dwelling itself is a spacious 1930's Queenslander in original condition and has been a grand home in its day. Charming character features include high ceilings (some with pressed metal), decorative timber work, plate rail and VJ's. Positioned at the front of the site provides for a generous rear yard. In a previous life, the residence was converted to two flats.

Hawthorne St is a wide road for this suburb with accessible on-street parking. Architecturally, it is an eclectic mix of low/medium density housing, combined with commercial and community uses, including two churches and a school.

Excellent transport links include easy access to Pacific Motorway, Clem Jones Tunnel, Story Bridge, Ipswich Rd, Logan Rd, Woolloongabba Train Station and cycleways. The South East Busway has stations at both Woolloongabba and Buranda. Convenient access to South Bank and the Maritime Museum Ferry Terminal at South Brisbane.

The suburb is fast becoming known for its trendy bistros, craft breweries, restaurants and cafes. Being one of Brisbane's oldest suburbs, it has a fascinating historical past with many heritage-listed buildings including the Boggo Rd Gaol, Woolloongabba Post Office, Woolloongabba Police Station and the Princess Theatre.

Opportunities such as this are few and far between with the ultra-convenient location, coupled with the enormous potential of the property, in a suburb experiencing extensive urban renewal. Never let a chance go by!