42 Robert Street
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Some homes simply feel like they were built to last, and this double brick cavity home is a beautiful reminder of an era when craftsmanship, proportion and character truly mattered. Set on a separated block with substantial rear garaging, full driveway access and exciting future flexibility, it offers far more than a charming place to call home it offers space, possibility and a lifestyle that can evolve with you. Inside, the home reveals interiors rich in warmth and timeless detail. High decorative plaster ceilings, polished hardwood floors and beautiful leadlight detail in the living room add instant character, while the traditional fireplace creates a cosy focal point for relaxed evenings, family gatherings and everyday comfort. The generous living and dining area feels warm and inviting, creating a central space where family life can unfold with ease. The floor plan is practical and honest, with the kind of solid bones renovators, families and investors love to work with. The updated bathroom, completed a few years ago, adds everyday comfort, while the overall layout provides a wonderful foundation to enjoy as is, enhance over time, or reimagine with your own modern touch. Outside, the established yard offers room for children, pets, gardening or weekend barbecues, with the added benefit of a garden shed and outhouse providing extra storage, utility and flexibility for busy households. The real point of difference unfolds at the rear, where the fully fenced separated block and four-car Colorbond garage create options rarely found in this price point. With full driveway access through to the rear, this portion of the property is ideal for tradies needing secure vehicle and equipment storage, car enthusiasts wanting serious garaging, or buyers looking for room to create a home business, studio or workshop. With the block separation already in place, a significant part of the groundwork has been considered, giving buyers a strong starting point for future plans. Whether you are looking to create additional accommodation for extended family, explore a secondary income stream through a granny flat conversion, or simply enjoy the freedom of having substantial rear garaging and yard space, this setup provides genuine flexibility, subject to council approval. The location works quietly in your favour, placing shopping, dining and everyday services at Stockland Glendale only minutes away, while still keeping the relaxed Lake Macquarie lifestyle within easy reach. Schools, parks, transport and local conveniences are all close by, making day-to-day living feel simple, connected and well supported. This is not a cosmetic flip or a home trying to be something it is not. It is a solid, character-filled double brick home with hardwood bones, a separated rear block, substantial garaging and multiple pathways for the future. For buyers who can see beyond the ordinary, this is a property with depth, flexibility and the kind of potential that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Zoning: R3 Medium Density Residential Land Area: 733sqm approx Council: Lake Macquarie Land Rates: $2256pa approx Water Rates: $838pa approx Disclaimer: We have obtained all information from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations. Photos maybe digitally edited and include virtual furniture.
Property Details
- Property Type
- house
- Listing Type
- Sold
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Parking
- 4
- Land Area
- 733 m²
- Listed
- 2 months ago
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Living in Argenton
This 3-bedroom house in Argenton, NSW 2284 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 7% above the $870,000 median of 57 comparable houseswithin 5 km.
Schools near Argenton
- Argenton Public Schoolprimary · K-6 · CoEd
- Alesco Secondary College - Northlakes Campussecondary
What's nearby
- Lake Rd at Victoria St (bus) — 129 m away
- JB Hi-Fi — 930 m away
- Unnamed — 75 m away
- Unnamed — 149 m away
- Unnamed — 682 m away
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Full suburb profile- Population
- 1,352
- Median age
- 40
- Household income
- $1,318/wk
- Median rent
- $350/wk
- Median mortgage
- $1,517/mo
Source: ABS Census.
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