5-5A Forest Avenue, Black Forest SA 5035

A one of a kind property, that has been heritage listed to protect it as a monument of South Australian architecture and history.
Having only two owners over its 92 year lifespan, this is a very rare opportunity to purchase a home which may not return to the market for a generation or more.

Set on an 1045m2 (approximate) corner block with an astounding 417m2 of internal space, everything about this home is unique.

Built in 1927 by Swiss builder Herman Stuckey, the character of the home is a fusion of English and European forms. It is reminiscent of a Grand Tudor with Old English and Arts and Crafts stylings. It has a steeply pitched gabled and mitred hipped roof, similar to a Swiss snow roof.
The bluestone base of the home was reclaimed from the original Adelaide Railway Station.
It features a red and brown glazed brick, decorative chimney and an Oriel Window akin to one from a fairy tale.
The original picket fence was custom designed and built by local cabinet makers in the 20's and is also heritage listed.

There are two front doors on either side of the projecting gable which divide the home into 5 and 5A, you will have never seen a floorplan like this one.
Either side of the property is completely separate to one another and in total features 4 bedrooms and a large study, 2 lounge rooms, 2 dining rooms, 2 kitchens, 2 bathrooms, 2 laundries, 2 storage rooms and 2 separate toilets.
Make no mistake, this is one property on one title. Its pure size has allowed it to be split into two large homes under one roof.
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The Eastern side of the property is currently occupied by a long term tenant. They are willing to move on from the property if the new owner wishes to occupy.

Immediately upon entry you will notice the staircase leading to the loft space. This is one of the great untapped potentials of this home. If you were to renovate this space and open up the firewall between the two lofts, you may be able to create something truly special. The current owner had plans to use this loft space to add an additional 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to the home.

The immense allotment of over 1000m2 is serviced by two separate driveways on either side of the corner block. The Eastern drive way has a small carport which leads into a garage behind a roller door.
The western driveway has a wide carport which can easily house 2 large vehicles. The shed, beside the drive way has a panel lift door and is large enough to store vehicles or trailers whilst still having space for a workbench and tools.

The garden both front and back is something to marvel and admire. Hedges run almost all the way along the fence line, the rockery between the two front doors is original to the property. Multiple garden beds with an assortment of plants can be found on all sides of the land.

More features, briefly;

- 3 separate, original chandeliers
- 2 fireplaces
- 3 meter ceilings
- Automatic roller shutters
- R/C ducted and zoned controlled A/C
- 2 split systems
- Security fence
And many more!

CT / Vol 5859 Fol 287
Year built / 1927
Equivalent Building Area / 449sqm (approximately)
Land Size / 1045sqm (approximately)
Council Rates / $2,631.30pa
Council /City of Unley
Water & Sewer / $510.49pq
ESL / $159.20pa
Capital Value/ $1,050,000

This home is truly a wonder to behold. Make sure to come to the open inspections and register your interest. It will be extremely popular and we do not expect it to be on the market for very long!

Best offer by 7th November 2019 at 12:00pm unless sold prior.

Speak to TURNER Property Management about managing this property
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Igor Smudic - 0432 276 300