Tauranga, Judea 28 Collingwood Street

Family Traditions Meet Potential Development

In very tidy almost original condition, this partially modernised 1950s mid-century bungalow at the end of a cul-de-sac is something of a blank canvas for those with aspirations to unlock the untapped potential. Added value could include a potential subdivision scenario on this flat, freehold 825 sqm (approx.) section with current owners already in possession of surveyor’s reports. Families and investors may be attracted to complete a renovation within the archetypal character filled home which has been reroofed with new gutters.

Elevated and sunny, the 116 sqm (approx.) house has retained the original native timber floors throughout with recent HRV system, heat pumps on each floor and some upgraded retrofit PVC double glazing ensuring a warm atmosphere. A large living room has plenty of windows welcoming abundant natural light and expansive views to the distant Kaimai Ranges while the adjacent separate dining area has a built in window seat. The open plan kitchen blends updated elements with classic 1950s floor to ceiling cabinetry and an antiquated cast iron chip burning stove alongside its modern counterpart. Four double bedrooms all have generous built in wardrobes and with one integrating a skylight to further enhance natural light. The bathroom, separate toilet, and the washhouse are tucked away in an annexe off the back door breezeway which has ramp connection to a huge, covered porch. A tandem carport accesses the massive basement level currently developed as a rumpus room and a range of multipurpose storage areas.

Masses of off-street parking at the front and down the side of the dwelling which leads to the colossal back yard where a swimming pool could also complete the picture. The back boundary extends beneath the trees on well established grounds with a sizable garden shed and expansive lawns. This already vacant home is centrally located for main arterial routes to the city centre and handy for the nearby commercial precinct.