The usual peace and quiet of Five Dock’s East Street was fractured in 2000 when film crews descended to bring a touch of Hollywood-style glamour to No 15, when this well-presented double brick family home was the setting for the internationally acclaimed feature film, Looking for Alibrandi, a rite of passage tale about the trials and tribulations of a spirited second generation Italian girl.

Where else to set it but Five Dock, with its rich Italian heritage?

The home has long been the family home of the author of the book on which the film was based, Melina Marchetta.

The house was updated in the 1970s and is ripe for a new lease of life. It presents an ideal opportunity to modernise or capitalise.

It is spacious with well proportioned rooms, including two large bedrooms with built-ins and separate lounge and dining rooms and family living area. The dining room could easily be reconverted into a third bedroom and still leave plenty of living/dining space. The kitchen and main bathroom are in good condition.

The rear portion features a deck and covered entertainment area, laundry with extra shower/toilet with a double garage and storage.

There is already ample off-street parking and the land package is large enough for an extension and pool.

The prized setting is still only a stone’s throw from Great North Road shops, cafes/restaurants and transport.

Move in now and let your imagination run riot!