18 Merfield Place

Giralang ACT 2617

This is the perfect Suburban home for anyone wanting a tranquil sanctuary to watch the sun set and multiple living options for a busy family so everyone needs their own space. Be sure to watch our more detailed, uncut walk-through video for even more information, where we do a deeper dive into all the beautiful features of this residence and its gardens, it's the most detailed property walk through video you are likely to see during your search.

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Features Overview:
Held by the same family for 25yrs
1224m2 elevated block at top of cul de sac, backing reserve
Double brick construction
Renovated throughout
Multi-level extension
Flexible floor plan to suit your needs
3 covered outdoor entertaining areas
New downlights and paint throughout
Renovated kitchen
Fully restored hardwood flooring
New hybrid timber-look flooring downstairs
Totally rebuilt, new ensuite
New floor tiles, shower, mirror, toilet and vanity in main bathroom and updated fittings
Views from the Western side of the home to the Brindabella Mountains
Close to local schools and amenities
Vacant possession on offer
Early access available via an occupation licence if you need to move in quickly
Flexible settlement options if you have another property you want, or need, to sell
Offers prior to auction (above guide price) are welcome

The numbers (approx):
Living: 233m2
Garage: 42m2
Courtyard entertaining area: 35m2
Upper deck: 16m2
Block size: 1224m2
UCV: $642,000 (2023)
Home age: 47 years (built 1976)
General Rates: $3,554 p.a.
Water & sewerage rates: $704 p.a.
Land tax (investors only): $6,218 p.a.
Conservative rental estimate (unfurnished): $950/wk
Energy rating: 2.5 stars potential for 6 stars

Inside:
NBN (FTTN) available
Alarm system
Ducted vacuum
Rheem solar hot water system on roof
Ducted gas heating and 2 wall mounted reverse cycle units
Entry with storage robe
Upstairs living: pitched roof with ceiling fan, highlight windows and a large double-glazed window plus covered deck with elevated views
Main living area: 2 large picture windows facing West with mountain views
Renovated kitchen: walk-in pantry, timber-look benchtops, tiled splashback, microwave cavity, electric oven and 4 burner electric cooktop with externally ducted rangehood, 2 bowl sink, fridge space, additional storage
Main bedroom: windows on 2 sides, a wall of built in robes
Renovated main bathroom and ensuite: new tiling, toilets, shower screens, fittings, heat lamps
Bedrooms 2 and 3: each have built in robes
Fully renovated laundry: new bench, storage, tapware, skylight, under bench washer and dryer space, new tiling and corner tub
4th bedroom (off upstairs living): reserve outlook, study nook, balcony and external access and down 7 stairs to a multipurpose room; possible work from home space, rumpus, library, kids playroom etc with window to side entertaining area
5th bedroom downstairs (or optional living space games room): double-sliding door access to entertaining area, access to under house storage and additional space for potential bathroom or kitchenette installation or use as a large robe/dressing room, gym, media room or study

Outside:
Courtyard features a large pergola with new Laserlite, partially covering a paved entertaining area with built in BBQ
Upper covered, timber deck has external power and views of the Brindabella's plus additional stencilled concrete entertaining area beneath (outside 5th bedroom)
Double garage with internal access through laundry and rear courtyard access plus double remote roller doors and fluorescent lighting
Room in driveway for additional 4 vehicles
Paved driveway to right side of home that goes to rear yard, space to accommodate multiple vehicles including boat, caravan or trailer
Gate to left side of garage for guests to access rear yard and entertaining area without going through house
2 veggie patches, compost area, chook shed
Private rear yard with mature fruit trees, shrubs and established garden plus lawn
Hills hoist clothesline
Security shutters over key windows
Area for a studio with gas, sewerage and potable water already plumbed
Electric hot water system in roof

To help buyers, we offer the following as part of our Friendly Auction System:
Written buyer price guide, updated with the campaign
Digital brochure - everything you need to consider a purchase
FREE solicitor referral for contract review and/or Section 17