Tightly Held, Never Offered: Live, Renovate or Develop

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23 Mcgowan Street, California Gully VIC 3556

Auction Price Guide: $630,000 - $670,000

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$630k - $693k Low Confidence Calculated based on limited search observations.

House 4 Beds 2 Baths 2 Cars 811 m² 215 m²

Listed: 2 days ago

Overview

This well-maintained cream brick family home on a generous 810 square metre corner block presents a rare opportunity in California Gully, offering a blend of liveability, renovation potential, and development scope. Having been cherished by the same family since its construction, the property benefits from a solid, enduring build quality and beautifully established yet low-maintenance gardens that frame the home attractively, providing strong street appeal without the burden of extensive upkeep.

Inside, the flexible floorplan includes three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, complemented by a versatile utility room or study space designed to adapt to evolving lifestyle needs—whether serving as a home office, hobby area, children's playroom, or additional storage. The double carport offers covered parking suitable for two vehicles, enhancing convenience and protection for residents.

While the home is presented in its original condition, it invites imaginative updates to key areas such as the kitchen and bathrooms, allowing owners to enhance the living spaces and add significant value over time. This makes the property an appealing prospect for first-home buyers, families looking for room to grow, or investors seeking refurbishment projects.

Beyond the residence, the substantial corner allotment with dual frontage and dual street access unlocks excellent potential for future development, including townhouse, unit, or dual occupancy projects subject to council approval (STCA). Its layout also facilitates side access and space for a shed, caravan, or boat, catering to practical storage and lifestyle requirements.

Strategically located in a suburb that provides easy access to Bendigo's central business district, health facilities, schools, shopping centers, public transport, and recreational amenities, this property facilitates a convenient and connected lifestyle.

Solid cream brick construction offering durability and timeless appeal
Flexible family-centric layout with ample bedroom and bathroom provision
Versatile additional room adaptable to multiple uses
Low-maintenance established gardens enhancing curb appeal
Double carport providing handy covered parking
Spacious 810sqm corner block with dual frontage and potential development pathways
Side access suitable for additional storage such as sheds or recreational vehicles
Prime location with convenient access to Bendigo’s services and amenities

This property combines presentation, position, and potential in a way that is rare to find in today’s market. Whether for living, renovating, or developing, it represents a compelling proposition in a tightly held, sought-after community.

Local Market Insights

In California Gully, Quiet Listings observed 23 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 15 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $650,609. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 88%, followed by units (8%), and land (4%). The most active agency for houses in the California Gully area is currently Bendigo Real Estate, representing 26% of new listings, followed by Ray White with 22%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

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