31 Earl Street

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST CLOSES 5PM ON 11 AUGUST 2026 UNLESS SOLD PRIOR Positioned in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-city neighbourhoods, this immaculately presented character cottage combines timeless appeal, exceptional walkability and genuine flexibility across two separately accessed levels. From this peaceful Petrie Terrace address, cafés, restaurants, Suncorp Stadium, The Barracks, Normanby Hotel, Roma Street Parklands and the Brisbane CBD are all within easy reach. At home, enjoy a generous covered entertaining deck with a leafy outlook towards Mt Coot-tha, along with a charming front verandah capturing glimpses of the city skyline and Suncorp Stadium. Adding another layer of versatility, the fully self-contained lower level features its own private entrance, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living area and courtyard. Perfect for extended family, older children, guests, a home business or those seeking additional rental income, it creates genuine separation while remaining connected to the main residence. Complete with secure tandem parking, extensive workshop and storage space, rear laneway access and low-maintenance gardens, this is a unique opportunity to secure a character home offering space, flexibility and lifestyle just moments from Brisbane's CBD. FEATURES - Beautifully presented character worker's cottage with timeless street appeal - Light-filled open-plan kitchen, living and dining area flowing seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining deck - Contemporary kitchen featuring Bosch appliances, quality sinks and tapware - Fully self-contained lower level with private entrance, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living area and private courtyard - Original features include high ceilings, VJs, hoop pine timber floors, and decorative windows - Excellent opportunity for dual living or supplementary rental income - Three bedrooms on the upper level, two with built-in wardrobes, while the main bedroom includes an adjoining walk-in room and direct access to the bathroom - Renovated dual-access bathroom with new shower and quality fittings - Expansive covered rear deck with leafy Mt Coot-tha outlook - Front verandah capturing views towards Suncorp Stadium and the Brisbane CBD skyline - Air-conditioning, plantation shutters, smart lighting and ceiling fans throughout - Remote tandem lock-up garage - Extensive workshop and storage area - Rear pedestrian laneway access - Freshly painted internally and externally - Low-maintenance landscaped gardens - 9.3kW solar system with 24kWh Sigenergy battery storage and blackout protection - Flexible floorplan suited to families, professionals, multigenerational households and investors LOCATION - Approximately 2km from the Brisbane CBD - Easy walk to Caxton Street's dining and entertainment precinct - Moments from Suncorp Stadium and Normanby Hotel - Walking distance to The Barrack's shopping, cinemas, cafés and restaurants - Close to Roma Street Parkland and Roma Street train station - Minutes to Paddington's boutiques, cafés and restaurants - Close to Kelvin Grove Village and QUT - Easy access to Brisbane Grammar School, Brisbane Girls Grammar School and Petrie Terrace State School - Excellent public transport, cycling connections, 200m to Normanby busway station. A home that offers lifestyle without compromise, this unique residence delivers the freedom of a character home with the ease of low-maintenance living. Ideal for downsizers, professionals and those wanting to remain close to the CBD, it provides a compelling alternative to apartment or townhouse living while retaining the privacy, flexibility and independence of a freestanding home.