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27 Cumberland Avenue, Balwyn North VIC 3104

$1,280,000 - $1,350,000

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$1.28M - $1.34M Transparent Transparent Listing Based on an openly advertised listing price.

House 3 Beds 2 Baths 1 Car 635 m²

Listed: 2 days ago

Overview

This classic brick veneer residence at 27 Cumberland Avenue presents a unique opportunity to embrace a home filled with original charm and generous proportions, set on a substantial 635 sqm site. The property’s established gardens and large windows frame peaceful garden views, creating a serene ambiance that highlights its timeless character.

Inside, a formal lounge with soaring ceilings evokes a sense of grandeur, while the adjacent dining room, accessed through elegant sliding doors, offers impressive views that stretch to the Kinglake Ranges and the southern foothills of the Great Dividing Range, enriching everyday living with inspiring natural vistas.

The kitchen is functional, featuring classic appliances including an original St George oven, stovetop, and dishwasher, seamlessly integrated into a meals area that shares the dining outlook. The home’s flexible layout includes two sizable bedrooms with ample built-in storage and bathrooms equipped with desirable amenities such as a corner spa bath.

Beyond the pool, a versatile third room with its own bathroom provides myriad possibilities—it can serve as a guest bedroom, a pool house, a retreat for teenagers, or a quiet workspace, accommodating diverse lifestyle needs. Additional comforts include ducted heating, air conditioning, under-house storage, and a single carport complemented by a dedicated storage shelter.

The property invites potential for expansion with options to build a double-storey extension that maximizes northern views or to redevelop entirely (STCA), leveraging the prime location surrounded by new and near-new homes. Its setting offers convenient access to local amenities, including transport, shopping, parks, and schools, making it well-suited for families or those seeking to customize their living environment in a sought-after neighbourhood.

Local Market Insights

In Balwyn North, Quiet Listings observed 35 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 26 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $2,643,143. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 80%, followed by townhouses (11%), and units (5%). The most active agency for houses in the Balwyn North area is currently Fletcher's Real Estate Wollongong, representing 31% of new listings, followed by Jellis Craig with 11%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

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