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Charming 1920's Character Home in Prestigious Kensington
Perfectly positioned on one of Kensington's highly coveted streets, this exquisite residence presents timeless elegance. Beautifully maintained this 1920s character home invites you in with its broad front verandah a perfect spot to unwind. Rich in period details, the home features high ornate ceilings, archways, chandeliers, elegant picture rails, tall skirtings, and polished floorboards throughout, exuding historical sophistication.
Ideal for families, the property encompasses four spacious bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms, each complementing the home's original charm with modern updates.
This beautifully designed home features a wide hallway that ushers you into the heart of the home. The kitchen is adorned with a pressed tin splash back and stone bench tops, setting a tone of old-world charm blended with modern luxury. High-end appliances, including an oven, gas cooktop, and dishwasher, make this space a haven for culinary enthusiasts.
The kitchen's sleek design flows effortlessly into the dining and living areas, where an exquisite ornate fireplace stands as a striking centrepiece, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for both entertaining guests and enjoying day-to-day life. In the main living space, traditional sash windows bathe the area in natural light, enhancing the home's warmth.
The master suite, a sanctuary of comfort and style with double French doors that open onto a secluded patio, melding elegance with practicality through its ensuite bathroom and built-in robe.
Expansive living spaces open out to a covered patio with a pitched roof this exceptional entertaining area is ideal for intimate gatherings or large family barbecues. Additionally, a versatile powered workshop or studio inspires creativity or business endeavors. Embraced by limestone retaining walls and lush grassed areas for children or family pets to play.
Experience the perfect balance of comfort and practicality in this remarkable family home with ducted airconditioning and solar power panels, situated minutes away from Perth CBD for an easy commute.
Walking distance to Kensington Primary School and close to prestigious educational institutions such as Wesley College, Penrhos College, UWA and Curtin University. The location offers your family a vibrant urban life being moments from the bustling Victoria Park café strip and the scenic South Perth Foreshore.
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautiful character home. Don't miss out on making this exquisite house your new home.
Property features
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Floor area
150m2
Property snapshot by reiwa.com
This property at 52 Hovia Terrace, Kensington is a four bedroom, two bathroom house sold by Lisa Mann at Acton | Belle Property South Perth & Victoria Park on 11 May 2024.
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Cost breakdown
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Council rates: $2,773 / year
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Water rates: $1,154 / year
Nearby schools
Kensington overview
Kensington is a small suburb bound by South Terrace in the south and Canning Highway in the west. Developed in the post-war years, the suburb was named after the former Kensington Park Racecourse, which was most likely named after William Samuel Cox's Kensington Park Racecourse, in Melbourne. It is in a convenient location close to a number of inner-city urban hubs and just a few kilometres from Perth City.
Life in Kensington
A number of parks and reserves dominate the Kensington landscape providing plenty of scenic vistas and open public space for locals to explore. The retail and amenity requirements of residents are largely serviced by establishments in surrounding areas, however there is one supermarket within the suburb. Kensington borders Perth's Technology Park, is close to Curtin University and features one local school, Kensington Primary School.
Kensington quick stats
High end
$1.6m
Median
$1.3m
Low end
$1.1m
9.3 %
Annual growth
$1.3m
Annual median sales price
$790pw
Annual median rental price
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