We’re not ready, but are you? The owners were planning to do some work before putting the house on the market next year. However, an opportunity to make a lifestyle change is now calling. Bargain hunters looking for a large, solid house in an unbeatable position will not find a better buy in Ashgrove. A little bit of work and a new colour scheme will reveal this diamond in the rough.

Upstairs offers character features Ashgrovians are renowned for; spacious rooms, high ceilings and VJs. Kitchen and alternative dining areas up. Layout offers flexibility of living areas including several options for a study. Three bedrooms and sleep-out upstairs; master has window seat. Another large bedroom adjoins the living room via French doors also offering elevated outlook and great views of Mount Cootha and the Paddington water tower. One bathroom up.

Downstairs has a second bathroom, indoor laundry and three more bedrooms (all with built-ins). Another living area makes downstairs almost self-contained. Storage galore – built-in robes, cupboard under the stairs, 2 linen closets. Good sized backyard. There is work to do on this pink palace, but it’s packed with potential.

There are a variety of possibilities to make the floorplan work for you: Working from home? Older children who need their own space? Want to create a home with massive living and entertaining areas with soaring ceilings upstairs? So many options!

Perched high in a popular street in Ashgrove. This is one of the few non-renovated houses remaining in the street. Child care and several good schools (private and state) within walking distance. Also close to regular public transport that offers access not only to the city, but several other good state and private high school options. All the facilities of Ashgrove central shopping precinct are a short walk away.