19 Watkin Street, Rockdale
Sunny Character Cottage In Rockdale, Deep North Facing Block With Dual Street Frontage
One of Rockdale's earliest homes, this wide-fronted character cottage holds a prime location on the edge of the town centre an easy 500m walk to the train station. Built c1913 and with only ever three families in ownership, 'Ardath' is set on a sunny corner block with dual street frontage and a deep north facing garden bathed in all day sunshine. Entrenched in local history, the property was originally owned by Daisy Alice Watkins after whom the street was named presenting a unique opportunity to secure a historic treasure. The first time on the market in 60 years, the three-bedroom home is presented in immaculate condition with a spacious flow through layout and potential to add your stamp of style as well as ample room to extend (STCA). Sunlit interiors, original period features and generous proportions are ideally suited to family living in a fantastic location a short stroll to village life with easy access to the city.
- Set behind a deep front garden
- NE aspect, corner Herbert Street
- Sunny level 445sqm approx block
- Charming bullnose verandah entry
- Fresh interiors, classic high ceilings
- 3 sunny queen sized bedrooms
- Large main with a marble fireplace
- Wide original Kauri floorboards
- Free-flowing open plan layout
- Spacious zoned living and dining
- Dine-in timber topped gas kitchen
- Huge living room bathed in sunshine
- Deep established north facing garden
- Family bathroom with a clawfoot bath
- Internal laundry, drying courtyard
- Scope to extend or add a level STCA
- Off street parking, dual street access
- Metres to cafes, bakeries and shops
- Walk to schools and child-friendly parks
- Ideal for the young or growing family
- Easy city access, stroll to the station
| Land Area: | 445m2 |
| Water Rates: | $196.73 Quarterly |
| Council Rates: | $372.55 Quarterly |