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Sold on 28 Nov 2023 for $1,410,000

21 Skene Street
Kennington VIC 3550

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 329m2
Land area: 1859m2
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Belle Property Bendigo, Castlemaine and Maldon
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Property Details for 21 Skene St, Kennington

21 Skene St, Kennington is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 1859m2 and floor size of 329m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2023. There are other 5 bedroom House sold in Kennington in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1930
Floor Size
329m2
Land Size
1859m2
Local Government
Greater Bendigo
Lot/Plan
2/TP688996

Last Listing description (March 2024)

Nestled amidst beautifully landscaped grounds, "Garvin" presents an exceptional blend of English Tudor and Art Deco architectural styles, meticulously crafted in the 1930s. This expansive 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom family home occupies a prominent position on a generous 1,859 sqm (approx.) allotment, offering lush lawns and a private tennis court. A unique family residence, immaculately preserved, this is a rare find for those who appreciate the finer details of Art Deco style while offering a thoroughly updated contemporary home on a substantial suburban block.

- Behind a grand hedge is a sweeping driveway leading to the impressive entryway with anti-room through to a formal foyer.
- Retaining the essence of a bygone era, the red-brick beauty "Garvin" boasts immaculate art deco detailing, including intricate curves and lines, leadlight windows, fireplaces, door frames and custom pendant lighting. All combine seamlessly with modern updates.

- Offering 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and several grand living spaces across two levels on a 1,891 sqm block, this estate provides plenty of room for families inside and out.
- A modern kitchen features ample drawer storage, a well-appointed appliance cupboard, a huge 1100mm Falcon oven, a Bosch dishwasher, and a spacious pantry with automatic lighting.
- Contemporary bathrooms preserve a range of original Art Deco features.
- The formal lounge, sitting room, open plan kitchen, living and dining zone with double doors all enjoy a stunning backdrop of established hedges and gardens.
- Additional features include a built-in bar, cellar, CCTV, ducted refrigerated heating and air-conditioning, hydronic heating,
- Outside, enjoy a hit on your private tennis court amid lush greenery, a manicured lawn, a fabulous vine-covered pergola and a shady verandah ? an ideal spot to revel in your private retreat.
- There is undercover parking for 2 vehicles, one behind a remote garage door, and additional secure off-street parking for up to 5 vehicles with rear access available off a second driveway on Michael Street.
- Further features include a 6m x 4m shed with power, an in-ground sprinkler system and a rainwater tank.
- Within a 15-minute stroll to Bendigo's CBD, close to local primary schools and zoned to Bendigo South East College, this fantastic locale is near all of South Bendigo's vibrant amenities in sought-after Kennington.

For sale now with offers closing 22 November 2023 (if not sold prior).

Property History for 21 Skene St, Kennington, VIC 3550

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,410,000
28 Nov 2023
  • 28 Nov 2023
    Sold for $1,410,000
  • 24 Oct 2023
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 04 Aug 2022
    Listed for Sale New Price $1,800,000 - $1,900,000
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About Kennington 3550

The size of Kennington is approximately 4 square kilometres. It has 9 parks covering nearly 16.2% of total area. The population of Kennington in 2011 was 5,830 people. By 2016 the population was 5,649 showing a population decline of 3.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kennington is 20-29 years. Households in Kennington are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kennington work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 60.8% of the homes in Kennington were owner-occupied compared with 59.2% in 2016.

Kennington has 3,368 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kennington have seen a 41.95% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 52.71% increase. As at 31 October 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in Kennington is $590,475 while the median value for Units is $382,128.
  • Houses have a median rent of $450 while Units have a median rent of $400.
There are currently 32 properties listed for sale, and 11 properties listed for rent in Kennington on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 143 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Kennington.

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