9A Rothwell Street, Ascot Vale, Vic 3032

Hidden away while enjoying every lifestyle allure of Ascot Vale, this lovingly maintained, single-storey gem is a pristine example of low-maintenance, turn-key living, positioned brilliantly on the hill that bears its street’s storied name.

Secure behind an original, ‘40s home, the privately titled rear house enjoys its own driveway with room for several cars, introducing a light-filled interior with practicality at the fore. Full walls of mirrored robe storage enhance two well-sized bedrooms, while a twin-tap vanity and combined bath/shower feature in a revamped bathroom. A north-side living zone flanks an open dining area and kitchen; the latter offering plentiful bench and cabinet space, gas cook top with electric oven, and a breakfast bar for casual meals. Encompassed by greenery, private alfresco and garden settings prove sublime for a quiet morning coffee or social sunset drink, while other highlights include ducted heating, split-system heating/cooling, security shutters, a renovated laundry with second WC, and lock-up garage.

Instantly comfortable while providing scope to renew in years to come, it’s a matter of steps to Union Road’s cafés, cuisine, and Highpoint/city-bound 57 tram, Showgrounds Village shopping, and Ascot Vale Station for a quick commute to the CBD, while moments from schools, parks, CityLink, Flemington Racecourse, and the Maribyrnong River.