Behind an understated facade lies this immaculately presented fabulous and flexible family home with a light filled interior packed with mid-century features.
Treasured by the same family since it was custom designed and built in 1965, this classic home offers an extraordinary opportunity on one of East Fremantle's premium riverside streets. A testament to the warmth and memories shared by its previous occupants over the last few decades.
Running the width of the home, the large north facing terrace with its smart terrazzo flooring is the perfect relaxing and entertaining space. With enough room for both dining and living zones, the balcony is a wonderful extension to the living room, entered via a timber framed sliding door. Here, the wide-open vista through the tree tops to the river, Blackwall Reach to the city and Rocky Bay with the ocean beyond, can be seen. This is a perfect spot to just sit and relax after a hard day and take in those WA sunsets and ideal for alfresco dining.
The open plan kitchen, dining and lounge is perfect for integrated family living. The recently renovated kitchen includes abundant storage and bench space with a breakfast bar idea for casual family meals.
The hallway, with its wall of built in storage, takes you to the bedroom wing. The master bedroom is a glorious light filled space, opening to the balcony where you can enjoy an early morning coffee. There are three further bedrooms, all with original built-in robes and study desks. Bedrooms three and four are uniquely separated by the wardrobes, and perfect for younger children or simply to be used as one large bedroom with its own living area. The family bathroom is spacious with a bath and separate shower and there is even a laundry chute to send the washing directly down below..
Downstairs, the generous spaces offer flexibility for all types of families. Off to one side is bedroom five, ideal for teenagers, guests or a home office. Across the lobby is a huge rumpus or games room. A fabulous place for a kids, or parents, retreat away for the main living areas.
Tradies will love the large workshop space with its built in work benches, and it could be easily transformed into another bedroom or office - the choices are limited only by your imagination. The laundry includes a shower and toilet, in addition to plenty of storage. The under croft is big enough to house three cars, the trailer or caravan and offers endless possibilities to be transformed into further living spaces.
This home is an absolute gem and a rare find in this much coveted community. Holding a prime position in this friendly and upbeat neighbourhood this is a desirable address surrounded by quality homes. It's just a short stroll from lifestyle amenities, including East Fremantle and Swan Yacht Clubs, sports clubs, and the much-loved Bicton baths. The thriving George Street cafe strip is close by, as is the heart of Fremantle, and beaches. In addition, the property is in a unique 'triple-catchment' area, which includes Melville Senior High School, John Curtin College of the Arts, and Fremantle College.
Please call exclusive selling agent Clare Hickey-Shand on 0424 593 136 for further details.
5 Bed 2 Bath 5 Car 736sqm
Brick and tile one owner home built in 1965
Fabulous mid-century features and bones
North facing entertaining terrace with terrazzo flooring
Terrazzo front porch, entry, stairway and terrace
Wide treetop and river panorama
High ceilings throughout both levels
Large near new kitchen with abundant storage and work surfaces
Hallway with wall of built in storage cupboards
Minor bedrooms all with built in robes and study desks
Bedrooms 3 and 4 separated by unique built in wardrobes
Large family bathroom with laundry chute to downstairs
Huge downstairs rumpus room
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This property at 52 Locke Crescent, East Fremantle is a five bedroom, two bathroom house sold by Clare Hickey-Shand at Yard Property on 20 Feb 2024.
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East Fremantle is a suburb with great respect for its history and heritage. Established in 1897 after separating from the greater Fremantle area, the town has made every effort to resist the push for infill development and has actively encouraged retention of the many heritage homes, gardens and streetscapes iconic to the area.
George Street is the main entertaining strip in East Fremantle with numerous restaurants, bistros and bars an attraction for both locals and visitors. The Left Bank Café, Bar and Restaurant is a much loved establishment, which basks in beautiful river views. Located just a few kilometres from the Fremantle city centre, East Fremantle residents enjoy proximity to everything from retail outlets, boutique shops, café's, restaurants, pubs, bars and nightclubs. The suburb is well served by public transport and is home to the East Fremantle Football Club and the East Fremantle Yacht Club.