5 Musgrave Street, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069

"The best mid century design house we have seen for quite some time!" was genuinely our immediate response to viewing this property. This 1960's Griffin & Knowlman home has been well maintained and modified over the years to suit modern family living but happily all the mid century design features that are again so popular have been lovingly maintained. From the stone fireplace to the polished timber bar, the expansive wall of mirrors to the original outdoor light fittings, the garden courtyard to even the BBQ built in Mt Coo-tha Blue stone and so much more that you need to see for yourself, have been retained giving this home tremendous warmth, charm and character. Undoubtedly move in ready yet there is such a tremendous opportunity for a new owner to add their own special touches.

Yet, as much as we tremendously love the architecture of this home, sadly we must also point out the exceptional development opportunity that does exist here. Set on 888 sqm in a desirable and convenient part of Fig Tree Pocket, we have been given professional advice that this property could be sub divided which of course represents a great opportunity for the savvy buyer.

Either way, buyers for character homes or property development potential are definitely in abundance in Fig Tree Pocket while our sellers are simply keen for a quick sale which only suggests one thing get in quick because it will not last long!

INSIDE THE HOUSE
• From the moment you step through the original timber entry doors the mid century features are everywhere starting with the light spacious living room that enjoys a bank of floor to ceiling windows to over one complete wall and full height mirrors to another enhancing the sense of light and space and further capturing the leafy tranquility of the location within the house. The charm and character of the room is completed by the working stone fireplace;
• The dining room again enjoys the benefit of the mirrors and floor to ceiling original timber framed doors and windows this time taking in the lush and private back garden;
• The kitchen is moderately recent with plenty of bench and storage space plus Ariston stove, oven, rangehood and Miele dishwasher and is adjoined by a spacious meals area with further storage and shelving;
• The master bedroom directly accesses the patio and has its own walk in robe and ensuite bathroom complete with double vanity, shower, toilet and plenty more storage;
• The oversized rumpus is the height of 60s sophistication and style complete with timber paneling, polished timber bar and a wine store plus the more modern accompaniment of air conditioning;
• Bedroom 2, rumpus and family bathroom all look inwards to the central garden courtyard while bedroom 3 has full height timber framed windows and door to the patio looking out into the garden;
• Cardiff Air evaporative cooling system;
• The covered patio to the rear has been fully screened;
• Double lock up garage with automatic doors and additional spaces for storage and workshop;
• A separate building to the rear also original to the property has been previously used as a bedroom with private patio but could easily be used as an office space or better still, converted to a granny flat as water is already plumbed to the building.

THE BLOCK
• 888 sqm block;
• The property is 21.4m across however the front corner has been shaved off for the benefit of an easement driveway meaning that street frontage is officially 18.4m. Expert advice given to us suggests that this block can still be subdivided however application must be made through the Brisbane City Council;
• Established lush and leafy yet low maintenance garden;
• Flat block fantastic for kicking of balls and backyard cricket;
• Fully fenced back yard perfect for pets.

LOCATION
• With a highly desirable Fig Tree Pocket address, this home set among the gum trees is conveniently close to amenities, public transport, schools and, for the more environmentally friendly, the bikeway taking you to the city and beyond;
• Within walk-able distance of both catchment schools. Kenmore South State School (ranked 16th in Queensland*) is a mere 1.4km away and Kenmore High (ranked 4th among Queensland state high schools *) only 3.5km;
• An abundance of excellent private schools are also within a 10-20 minute drive including BBC (22nd*), St Peters (5th*), Brigidine (33rd*) and Ambrose Treacy College (79th*);
• The Kenmore Road bus stop servicing buses to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, UQ and CBD is a short 200m walk;
• Literally 5 minutes' drive to Kenmore Plaza complete with Woolworths, Aldi, 1st Choice Liquor, medical centre and chemist, restaurants and Kenmore Tavern.