13 Virgillia Street, Blackburn North, Vic 3130

Peacefully positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac, surrounded by several luxurious contemporary residences, this classic single level brick home offers an exciting array of future possibilities. Poised on a generous 682sqm block with a wide 17m street frontage, the property is ideal for those looking to design and build a brand new dream home (STCA). Alternatively, the extended layout with two separate living areas, or utilise the second living areas as a 4th bedroom, a large backyard and a renovated central bathroom offers an enticing opportunity for growing families looking to enter a sought-after neighbourhood, with scope for further updates in the future.

Set just a stroll from lush Koonung Creek Trail, local Katrina Street shops and buses, the home is within walking distance of Old Orchard Primary School, Blackburn High School, Koonung Reserve, Kerrimuir shops and cafés, and the refurbished Blackburn Square shopping and restaurant precinct. The Eastern Freeway is a quick three-minute drive away for seamless city and peninsula access, while Blackburn Station and Westfield Doncaster are also close by. With the 270 bus route on Katrina Street connecting to city express trains at Box Hill Station, the location is excellent for commuters. 

Elevated on the high side of the street to showcase panoramic views, the home features an open plan living and dining area with a Rinnai gas log fireplace. A separate family room is set at the rear, flowing out to an expansive sunny terrace with ample space for relaxed outdoor dining. The secure backyard also includes a family-friendly lawn, a mature citrus tree, and colourful established garden borders.

A spacious kitchen includes a large casual dining area, and a freestanding stainless steel oven with gas cooktop. Three bedrooms are complemented by a renovated central bathroom, an additional guest powder room, and a full laundry with direct outdoor access. Featuring hardwood floors, terra cotta roof tiles, split system air conditioning and heating, and external shade blinds, the home also includes a large lock-up garage / workshop, plus ample additional paved gated off-street parking.