Last Listing description (October 2018)
51 Rusden St, Kelvin Grove is brimming with potential in more ways than one. Set over 3 levels in a quiet street a stones throw from Kelvin Grove Village and Kelvin Grove State College, its size and functionality are a rare find so close to the city.
This home provides a great opportunity for a large or combined family unit (or even a multigenerational family unit) to all have plenty of space for living. Alternatively separate out the bottom level into its own self-contained unit and rent out via AirBnB for a little extra income. With seven bedrooms and two large living spaces the options are truly endless.
Key Features:
7 Large bedrooms split over the 3 levels (5 upstairs and 1 each on the two lower levels).
3 Bathrooms with the main bathroom including a separate shower and bath.
Master bedroom suite with his and hers walk in robes, air conditioning and ensuite, as well as plenty of room for a seating area or study nook.
Spacious open plan kitchen/dining/living on the middle level with wood fire heating and beautiful French doors opening out to the main balcony.
3 Decks and a paved courtyard providing ample entertaining space.
Elevated leafy outlook, with great privacy.
Beautiful original colonial features, including timber flooring and VJ's on the upper level, original fretwork and French doors still in place.
Move straight in and enjoy this lovely farm house style home or renovate into a spectacular family home with a mix of old-world charm and modern conveniences.
With so many bedrooms it would also make a great rental property, or separate the bottom level to get the best of both worlds - family home and rental income.
Layout:
The front door enters the middle level, which is where you will find the central living area of the home. A large timber kitchen overlooks the dining and living areas that open out to the rear timber deck via folding glass doors. With an elevated leafy outlook, wood fire heater and traditional features, this is definitely the heart of the home. Also on this level is a huge front room, currently used as a bedroom and also a garage/storeroom.
On the lower level you will find the laundry, a separate toilet and shower, bedroom and living area. This space is so versatile and could be used as a teenagers retreat, guest wing or even as an income generating rental apartment. French doors open to the second timber deck with steps that lead to the shaded paved courtyard.
The top level is the original colonial cottage, complete with front verandah, double hung windows, high ceilings and beautiful fretwork. The main bedroom can be found at the rear and features his and hers walk-in robes, air conditioning and an ensuite. Another 4 bedrooms occupy this level along with the main bathroom.
The Location:
Kelvin Grove State College Catchment (600m)
600m to Kelvin Grove Village
3km drive to the CBD
1.6km to Brisbane Grammar School
2km to St Ambrose's Primary School
Close to parks, restaurants, shops and cafes.
Ask any resident of Kelvin Grove what they love about the suburb and they will tell you how convenient it is. Only 3km northwest of Brisbane's CBD and close to major arterial roads, the location makes travel to all areas of Brisbane, including the airport 16 minutes away, a breeze.
The Kelvin Grove Urban Village is no doubt the hub of the suburb. Incorporating the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) it includes many shops, cafes, restaurants and Woolworths. It is also the site of the weekly Kelvin Grove Farmer's Markets and is well serviced by the Brisbane Bus Network along Kelvin Grove Road.
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