1 Kia Ora Avenue
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Set on a flat, north-facing 1,023m² (approx.) allotment in a tightly held central Upwey location, "Kardinia" blends timeless Hills character with a warm, nostalgic retro feel. Surrounded by established gardens, the home showcases generous proportions and a classic layout from an era when space and functionality were key - now offering the perfect canvas to enjoy as is or further enhance over time. A large, well-appointed kitchen with excellent storage, generous bench space and dishwasher sits at the heart of the home, flowing through to a separate meals area, formal lounge with wood heater, and a spacious family room with cooling - creating multiple zones to relax, gather and unwind. Accommodation includes three bedrooms, serviced by a main bathroom with bath plus ensuite, and two toilets for everyday ease. Stepping outside, the lifestyle continues with an undercover alfresco area, ideal for entertaining, while the expansive, sun-drenched grounds offer space to enjoy, extend or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings. Adding exceptional versatility, a separate rear bungalow offers its own private retreat complete with kitchenette, ensuite, and separate hot water service and gas meter - ready to refresh to suit your needs, ideal for extended family, guest accommodation, home business or creative studio. You'll love: • Flat, north-facing 1,023m² (approx.) allotment with fenced rear yard • Classic Hills home with a subtle retro charm • Generous proportions and multiple living zones • Large kitchen with excellent storage & bench space • Formal lounge with wood heater + spacious family room • Ducted heating & cooling for year-round comfort • Undercover alfresco for easy entertaining • Separate bungalow/studio • Double carport + sealed driveway • Garden shed & usable outdoor space Perfectly positioned just moments from Upwey Village, cafés, schools, parklands and the train station, this is a rare opportunity offering space, flexibility and lifestyle in one of the Hills' most convenient pockets. A home with soul, space and endless potential - ready for its next chapter.
Property Details
- Property Type
- house
- Listing Type
- Sold
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Parking
- 2
- Land Area
- 1023 m²
- Listed
- 2 months ago
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Living in Upwey
This 3-bedroom house in Upwey, VIC 3158 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 2% above the $880,000 median of 46 comparable houseswithin 5 km.
Schools near Upwey
- Upwey Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
- Upwey South Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
- Upwey High Schoolsecondary · 7-12 · CoEd
What's nearby
- Chosen Ave/Burwood Hwy (bus) — 191 m away
- Rouge Bear — 552 m away
- Thompson Road Reserve — 484 m away
- Roma Reserve — 893 m away
- Kooringal Reserve — 1.2 km away
Upwey at a glance
Full suburb profile- Population
- 6,818
- Median age
- 41
- Household income
- $2,171/wk
- Median rent
- $390/wk
- Median mortgage
- $1,950/mo
Source: ABS Census.
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Mountain Highway experiences increased traffic during morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak periods as commuters travel to/from Melbourne's eastern suburbs and CBD. Local residential streets remain relatively unaffected.
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Upwey railway station is approximately 1.2km away, providing access to the Belgrave line. Local bus services (Route 688) are available within walking distance (0.5-0.8km).
1 Kia Ora Avenue, Upwey is located in a residential area with generally light to moderate traffic conditions. The property benefits from quiet local streets with primary access via Mountain Highway, which experiences moderate congestion during peak periods.
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Median sold · House 3 bed
Compound growth -0.4% / yr over 4 yrs
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