27 Scotia Street, West Croydon SA 5008

Auction sale $528,000 that's $69,000 above the price guide - More properties wanted ph 04 0204 0690 Mike Rehberg discuss your property plans. Beautifully positioned on a large allotment of approximately 721sqm with a North Westerly aspect to the rear, this honest five room solid brick dwelling is located amongst homes of similar charm in a thriving near city location and is destined to reward those who apply a their imagination and a little work.At the street - a rare bespoke 'Gabion wall' artfully constructed of river rocks and retained by steel mesh. The deciduous shade of the large Chinese Elm in the front garden along with the driveway edged by espaliered pear trees, superbly frames the rendered faade of this character home.Constructed in the 1940's, this home displays many of the character elements that set them apart: A large portico provides shelter for visitors and a welcoming entry, high ceilings include detailed plaster features, there are leadlight elements throughout the home and in many of the windows and doors, the fireplaces are of the era and the timber floors are the richly chocolate colours of rare and magnificently polished New Zealand 'Remu', the timber doors and architraves are original as are several of the light fittings.The home comprises a warm and welcoming entry hall, formal heated and air-conditioned lounge, formal dining, two excellent bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and laundry. Not spoilt by someone else's ideas of an extension, there is all the room you need to design and build your own that will take full advantage of the orientation.The rear garden would benefit from an investment of time however the bones and many of the elements are there to be capitalised on. This property would appeal to those looking for a rewarding project. Families will love the land size, first homebuyers will like the price point, and commuters will enjoy its near city location. For those looking for capital gain, here you can find value for your investment dollar and the prospect of future benefit particularly as major projects and infrastructure come to fruition. Frontage is 16.15 metres. Price guide a modest $459,000. Enquire today and make sure you see it. Call Mike on 04 0204 0690