35 Francis Street

This beautifully updated brick home blends timeless character with modern finishes, offering a warm and inviting single-level residence with a functional layout, perfect for first home buyers, young families, downsizers, or investors. Inside, the open-plan living and dining zone is filled with natural light, enhanced by a large picture window and light oak-look timber flooring throughout. The living area is anchored by an original character fireplace with a multicoloured stone surround, complemented by ornate plaster cornices and LED downlighting. A frosted glass sliding door separates the entry while maintaining light flow, and the seamless connection through to the dining and kitchen creates a cohesive and well-proportioned layout. The kitchen is a standout with white gloss cabinetry to ceiling height, Calacatta marble-look stone benchtops and splashback, and quality appliances including a Westinghouse 4-burner gas cooktop, under-bench oven, and Miele dishwasher. An undermount black sink with matte black mixer sits beneath a double window with garden outlook, while ample storage and a pantry recess complete the space. Accommodation includes three generously sized bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts a built-in robe and ensuite, while the other two bedrooms each offer their own unique featuresone with a study nook and the other with a built-in robe. These two bedrooms share the central main bathroom. Both bathrooms are finished with Calacatta marble-look tiles, modern vanities and quality fixtures. The ensuite includes a semi-frameless shower with rainhead and niche, while the central bathroom continues the same contemporary palette with a clean, functional design. Step outside to a covered rear alfresco, a generous entertaining zone with concrete paving, downlighting and space for outdoor dining and BBQs. Surrounded by greenery, timber fencing and established garden beds, the space is private, low-maintenance and perfect for year-round use, with direct access from multiple rooms. Additional features include split system heating and cooling, a gas heater, single carport and garage, 12 solar panels, and a well-maintained yard that enhances the home's street appeal and liveability. Ideally located within walking distance to Blackburn Village, Blackburn Train Station, Blackburn Square, and close to Box Hill Central. The home also offers easy Eastern Freeway access and direct bus routes to the city. Zoned for Blackburn High School and Blackburn Primary School, with additional schooling options including Nunawading Christian College, Mullauna Secondary College, and Our Lady of Sion College. Deakin University (Burwood campus) and Box Hill Institute are also within easy reach. Enjoy the best of outdoor living with Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, Blackburn Creeklands, and Morton Park all nearby. All areas and dimensions are approximate and provided as a guide only. While we strive to ensure accuracy, buyers should conduct their own due diligence.