3 White Street, Fitzroy North, Vic 3068

Showcasing a serene retreat surrounded by lush gardens, this elegant Edwardian residence, ‘Maidavale’, combines period charm with thoughtful modern enhancements. Offering three bedrooms plus the option of a fourth bedroom or large home office, the property is situated in a highly sought-after pocket of Fitzroy North on a large allotment, presenting both a fantastic lifestyle and exciting potential to extend (STCA). This double-frontage, free-standing home features a luminous leadlight entry, soaring ceilings, period details, and original open fireplaces. The lounge offers immediate relaxation, while the immaculate kitchen/meals domain enjoys a sunny north-facing aspect. Equipped with a gas cooktop, electric oven, tiled splashback, and thoughtful cabinetry, the house also includes hydronic heating, split-system cooling and heating, a sparkling bathroom with laundry facilities, built-in robes in the master, floorboards, fresh carpets, blackout blinds in the rear room, and a fully automatic watering system.

Additionally, the property boasts a coveted and versatile studio/bungalow, ideal for use as a home office, teenager’s retreat, or fourth bedroom. The outdoor area is perfect for entertaining, with an alfresco dining and seating space overlooking a large, lush backyard where established trees tower and raised vegetable beds thrive. Maidavale is a unique offering—a captivating private oasis in the heart of one of Melbourne’s trendiest northern suburbs.

Further highlights include an enviable location with proximity to high quality schools (zoned for Northcote High), childcare, and kindergartens. It is positioned in the golden triangle, of Fitzroy North Village with vibrant cafés and bespoke bars, East Brunswick Village with FoMo cinemas, Coles, wellness centres and Lygon Streets' renowned culinary precinct, wine bars, and quick access to Northcotes’ High Street with funky night venues and boutique retail. What's more, it’s just a stone’s throw from the tranquil parklands of Merri Creek, offering scenic walking and cycling paths, wetlands, and native vegetation, yet only moments from two tram lines (96 and 11), Merri Station on the Mernda/City trainline and multiple bus line options.

This property provides the convenience of inner-city living, green space and unlimited amenity. A truly inviting home, ideal for enthusiastic starters, couples, young families, and investors looking to enhance their blue-chip portfolio - it is not to be missed