53 Bennett Street
Long Gully

Exactly the sort of property astute purchasers snap-up ASAP, you'll truly have to be quick to win this 3 bedroom property. Whether renovated, redesigned, extended or left comfortable and well-kept as it is, prospects remain plentiful inside and out. But with heritage of relocation after originally built to house athletes in the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Village, avid sporting historians will also want this one!
Beautiful hardwood floorboards flow throughout the whole interior under nine-foot ceilings edged with classic stepped cornices. Absolutely worth the effort if reinstated, the lounge could once again have an open fireplace or convenience and ambience combined in a gas log fire. Nevertheless, ducted heating and a split system keep the home cosy or cool as required.
In good condition and perfectly functional, the sizeable kitchen has modern amenities. Wall oven, ceramic cooktop and small appliance cupboard are wrapped in a wealth of bench-space and there's a breakfast bar and/or place for a mobile island.
Well-sheltered outdoor living can be enjoyed beneath the broad 7 metre long verandah, while retractable awnings shade other windows. If needed, extend into the big backyard (STCA), where there'll still be ample space for pets and kids to play alongside the single garage. It's a great blank canvas opportunity to create a Durie-style dream garden and an adjoining playground reserve over the back fence is a fabulous bonus for families.
Within 10 minutes stroll of kindergarten, school and college, it's just 20 to the CBD from this terrific property that's simply bursting with potential!